Sean Loo, Author at AutoApp

by Sean Loo 7 June 2026

Featured, Motorsports

Motul Celebrates GWM’s Triple Championship Triumph At The 2026 Taklimakan Rally

Motul is celebrating a landmark achievement alongside Great Wall Motor (GWM), after the Chinese manufacturer secured a clean sweep of all three T2 Production Class championships in the 2026 Taklimakan Rally. As GWM's Official Lubricant Partner, Motul provided the factory teams with a range of high-performance engine oils, transmission fluids and brake fluids designed to withstand the punishing demands of desert competition. The victory also comes shortly after Motul and GWM announced ...

by Sean Loo 6 June 2026

Featured, Local, News

The All-New Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Arrives In Singapore

Now entering its sixth generation, the all-new Toyota RAV4 Full Hybrid arrives in Singapore with a fresh design, a more sophisticated cabin, improved refinement and the latest Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 technology. Toyota's experience with hybrid technology needs little introduction. After all, the Japanese manufacturer has spent more than two decades refining electrified drivetrains long before they became mainstream. The RAV4 features Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system, built around a 2.5-litre A25A-FXS petrol ...

by Sean Loo 6 June 2026

Featured, International, News

Changan Automobile Announces Partnership with Portugal National Football Team

Changan Automobile has announced a global strategic partnership with the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), becoming the Official Global Partner of the Portugal National Football Team. The event featured senior representatives from Changan and the FPF, alongside renowned Portuguese football legends. A new brand collaboration film “Sounds Like Changan” was unveiled, alongside the ceremonial handover of the DEEPAL S05 Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV) to FPF leadership, and the official launch of a 1,000km European ...

by Sean Loo 6 June 2026

Featured, International, News

Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II: The Pursuit Of Perfection Continues

When Rolls-Royce unveiled the Spectre in 2022, it demonstrated that electrification and luxury were not opposing ideas, but rather natural companions. Four years on, the British marque has revealed the Spectre Series II, refining what was already one of the most significant Rolls-Royce models of the modern era. The updates may appear subtle, but as Sir Henry Royce famously observed, "Small things make perfection, but perfection is no small thing." The new Spectre ...

by Sean Loo 5 June 2026

Featured, Lifestyle, People

AutoTalk – Wang Yao and Christer Tan on Bringing Hongqi’s Vision of Chinese Luxury to Singapore

For decades, Hongqi has occupied a unique position within China's automotive landscape. Often regarded as the nation's most prestigious automotive marque, the brand has long been associated with state occasions, national heritage and a distinctly Chinese interpretation of luxury. Now, Hongqi is charting a new course beyond its home market. With the official opening of its Singapore showroom and the launch of its first right-hand-drive vehicles, the Chinese luxury manufacturer has selected Singapore ...

by Sean Loo 5 June 2026

Featured, Lifestyle, People

AutoTalk – Marcel Luis Mustelier Perez, President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz Singapore

As the Singapore automotive industry undergoes one of its most significant transformations in history, Mercedes-Benz is preparing for one of the largest product offensives the company has ever undertaken. For Mercedes-Benz Singapore, the coming years will see a substantial expansion of both its combustion-engine and electric vehicle line-up, accompanied by new digital technologies, upgraded customer touchpoints and a renewed emphasis on ownership experiences. Leading this charge is Marcel Luis Mustelier Perez, President ...

by Sean Loo 1 June 2026

Featured, International, News

BYD Becomes First Automaker To Offer Full Damage Coverage For Both Intelligent Parking And Urban NOA

Trust has always been one of the biggest hurdles facing advanced driver assistance systems. Most drivers are happy to let technology assist with parking or lane changes, but handing over more responsibility to a vehicle still requires a leap of faith. BYD believes the best way to earn that trust is by putting its money where its mouth is. The Chinese automotive giant has announced that it will provide Full Damage Coverage ...

by Sean Loo 1 June 2026

Featured, Motorsports

Motul Returns To Support Great Wall Motor Factory Racing At The Taklimakan Rally

Motul has announced its return as the official lubricant partner of Great Wall Motor (GWM) Factory Racing for the 2026 Taklimakan Rally in Xinjiang, China. The partnership marks the second consecutive year that the French lubricant specialist will support GWM's factory-backed campaign at what is widely regarded as one of the region's toughest motorsport challenges. For Motul, the rally serves as a real-world test bench for the company's high-performance lubricant technologies, while ...

by Sean Loo 1 June 2026

Featured, International, News

Ferrari Luce: The Prancing Horse Goes Electric

After years of speculation, rumours, nervous debates in internet comment sections, and perhaps a few sleepless nights among traditionalists in Maranello, Ferrari has finally unveiled its first fully electric car. It's called the Luce, and whether you like the idea or not, it represents one of the biggest moments in Ferrari's modern history. Not because it's another fast Ferrari. Maranello has been building those for decades. This is significant because it asks ...

by Sean Loo 1 June 2026

Featured, Local, News

Zenvo Aurora Makes Singapore Debut

Danish hypercar manufacturer Zenvo Automotive has brought its highly anticipated Aurora to Singapore for the first time, offering an exclusive preview of the world's most powerful V12-engined hypercar. The showcase was hosted in collaboration with Wearnes Automotive, marking another step in Zenvo's global expansion efforts ahead of the model's production launch. While the Republic remains one of the world's most challenging markets in which to own a car, it also boasts a ...

by Sean Loo 19 May 2026

Featured, International, News

Aston Martin appoints Andrea Baldi as Chief Commercial Officer

Aston Martin has announced the appointment of Andrea Baldi as its new Chief Commercial Officer, as the British marque continues strengthening its position within the ultra-luxury performance automotive segment. Baldi will join Aston Martin Lagonda’s Executive Committee and oversee the company’s global commercial operations, bringing with him more than 25 years of automotive industry experience. He spent a decade at Ducati before moving to Lamborghini, where he served for 15 years across ...

by Sean Loo 18 May 2026

Featured, Local, News

SP Group Launches Singapore’s First EV Fast Charging Hub In Tengah HDB Carpark

Singapore’s electric vehicle infrastructure has taken another step forward, this time right into the heart of public housing. SP Group has officially launched Singapore’s first EV fast charging hub within a Housing & Development Board (HDB) carpark in Tengah, bringing high-speed charging facilities closer to home. Located beside Plantation Plaza and serving residents around Blocks 123 and 129, the new charging hub combines eight DC fast chargers capable of delivering up to ...

by Sean Loo 9 May 2026

Featured, International, News

Motul Launches New GP Travel Kits Inspired By MotoGP Technology

Motul has launched new Motul GP Travel Kits, a compact range of motorcycle care essentials developed from the company’s long-standing motorsport and MotoGP involvement. Motorcycle ownership has always come with a certain ritual. For some riders, it is the early morning wipe-down before a weekend ride. For others, it is the familiar smell of chain lubricant in the garage after a long journey home. Riding may be emotional, but maintenance remains practical, and ...

by Sean Loo 9 May 2026

Featured, Local, News

Tesla Introduces More Affordable Model 3 Variant In Singapore

Tesla has introduced a new entry-level Model 3 variant in Singapore, lowering the barrier to entry for buyers considering the switch to electric mobility. The new Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive 110 now starts from $179,999 with COE, making it the most affordable Tesla currently available in Singapore. The new Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive 110 offers up to 534km of WLTP-estimated range and consumes just 13kWh/100km, figures that remain highly competitive within the ...

by Sean Loo 9 May 2026

Featured, Local, News

XPENG Launches New X9 Pro In Singapore

The electric MPV segment is evolving quickly, and XPENG clearly intends to stay ahead of that curve, officially unveiled the refreshed XPENG X9 Pro in Singapore. Launched at the XPENG Singapore showroom on 7 May, the updated X9 Pro builds upon the success of the existing X9, but introduces enough changes to feel more like a significant mid-cycle evolution. Most notably, the X9 Pro becomes the first XPENG model in the Asia-Pacific ...