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Trading in your old vehicle is a great way to dispatch the old model and build credit for the new one. It saves you from having to post your old vehicle online for sale and dealing with the often lengthy negotiation process. However, something to note is that when trading in your vehicle, you often won’t be able to get the total market value of your car. Car dealerships that offer trade-ins for new vehicles have second-hand car dealership partners. It means they will provide you with a below-mar

Joey Deriquito

Apr 8, 2023

Holy Week is upon us, and most are out of town on long road trips as part of their time-honored family traditions. For those left behind, it's a glorious time to enjoy a nearly traffic-free Metro Manila. With the roads decongested, the question arises, with most, if not all, out of Metro Manila, what can you do around the area with your car? Photoshoot Some streets will be empty at night, so why not test your photography skills and get some pictures of your car? Find a nice place with a great ba

Joey Deriquito

Apr 6, 2023

Holy Week has arrived. This means there will be a mass exodus of families living in the city heading toward their respective provinces. It also means it's the ideal time to run out of town and fully use the 5-day holiday. With many people planning to travel, we have created a quick list of things you need to check on your car before you set off on your Holy Week adventure. Check your fluids Ensure your car is topped up on vital fluids, such as oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield washer flu

Joey Deriquito

Apr 5, 2023

Trawling Facebook Marketplace nowadays reveals quite a lot of stereotypes among all of the ads: “PM is key” – My price is way too high, but I don’t want YOU knowing that. “Pwede sa maselan” (“Passes scrutineering”) – I painted it 10 years ago and it still looks fine. But there’s one Marketplace stereotype that can throw even the most experienced trawlers for a loop – “Open Deed of Sale.” This particular Autofun writer has seen his fair share of vehicles being sold with an “Open Deed of Sale.” In

Mark Policarpio

Apr 1, 2023

Now that you’ve finally decided to sell your car, the next step would be to figure out how much to sell it for. Sounds simple enough, but this can be a daunting task. If you set it too low, you will easily get someone interested, although you won’t be getting the full value of your car. On the other hand, if you set it too high, expect to wait weeks or even months to get someone interested in buying your used car. Furthermore, the type of fuel it uses also affects its selling price. With the con

Francis Pallarco

Mar 3, 2023

Upgrading or modifying your car can be daunting, especially if you’re unsure where to start. Before modifying your ride, you must determine what you want to improve. Is it the overall handling, horsepower, engine efficiency or stopping power? From there, you can start inquiring and researching what’s available and who can do it. When setting a budget for aftermarket performance mods, implement it one at a time to see how it impacts your car. By doing so, you’ll be spending sensibly and can bette

Francis Pallarco

Mar 2, 2023

The lowdown on rust prevention What's great is that most of today’s vehicles already come with some form of rust-proofing straight from the factory. What’s more, modern vehicles are constructed using lightweight, rust-resistant materials like galvanized steel, aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, and even carbon fiber that’s rust resistant. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that all modern vehicles won’t ever develop rust. One of the most effective ways to fend off rust is to subject your vehicle

Francis Pallarco

Feb 25, 2023

Would you like to know how to make your leather car seats look new and prevent them from cracking? Follow these simple tips on properly cleaning and protecting them from regular everyday use and exposure to extreme heat. These are especially valuable suggestions during the summer season, as the heat rapidly dries up leather, causing them to crack prematurely and fade. First up, the main reason why leather seats wear out is the build-up of dirt. This is what gets deep into the leather and causes

Francis Pallarco

Feb 19, 2023

Keep in mind that four small patches of rubber are responsible for keeping your car firmly planted onto the pavement. Often overlooked, tires are an essential part of any car. I cannot stress the importance of changing and properly selecting the right tires for your car. Your safety as well as your passengers' depend on it, so habitually check your tires and replace them whenever necessary. Ultimately, the tires on your car will eventually wear out and there’s still no telling how long. Since ti

Francis Pallarco

Feb 14, 2023

Having the correct tire pressure is extremely important to achieve good gas mileage and get the longest service life from a set of tires. Almost all modern vehicles now come with a car manufacturer's recommended tire pressure that is indicated on the owner’s manual or found on the vehicle’s door sills. That’s measured in pounds per square inch (PSI). But if you’re using upsized or upgraded tires with a different size than the OEM tires, you should ask the shop that changed the tires what the cor

Francis Pallarco

Feb 13, 2023