Waymo will begin bringing vehicles into Singapore in the coming months, ahead of mapping and validation work in 2027 and a planned commercial launch in 2028. Driverless taxis may soon become a rather more familiar sight on Singapore's roads. Waymo has announced plans to launch its fully autonomous ride-hailing service in Singapore by 2028, marking the American autonomous driving technology company's first entry into Southeast Asia. The company is working with Singapore's ...
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Ferrari’s latest track-only creation takes the 296 GT3 Evo as its starting point, removes the shackles of racing regulations and turns the result into a 730cv customer car for the Club Competizioni GT programme. Ferrari has unveiled the 296 GT Modificata, a new track-only model developed exclusively for customers taking part in the marque’s Club Competizioni GT programme. Derived from the 296 GT3 Evo, the new car follows a relatively simple brief: ...
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We had an early look at the upcoming Hyundai ELEXIO, a new electric SUV that is expected to be launched very soon. Hyundai has offered local media an early look at the ELEXIO, its latest all-electric crossover, ahead of the model’s official local launch. Previewed on 10 September, the ELEXIO is built on a new electric architecture and introduces what Hyundai calls its “Beyond Innovation” design philosophy. Rather than leading purely with ...
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Paul Smith's familiar “Classic with a twist” philosophy finds its way onto the electric MINI Cooper SE, while the limited-run MINI Surfside Collection brings a splash of seaside colour to the Aceman. There is something the British seem particularly good at: taking something perfectly sensible and giving it just enough eccentricity to make it interesting. A conservative suit gets a brightly coloured lining. A perfectly respectable afternoon tea somehow involves champagne. And ...
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The all-new Lexus ES now comes with a choice of full hybrid or fully electric power, while an updated RZ350e joins it as Lexus broadens its approach to electrification in Singapore. Rather than betting everything on a single technology like EVs, Lexus is expanding what it calls its “multi-pathway” approach to electrification in Singapore. Leading that charge are the all-new Lexus ES, which will be offered here as both the ES ...
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More power, sharper responses and an extra letter on the boot. The Aston Martin Vantage S has officially made its Singapore debut. Picture an Aston Martin, and you will likely envision a long bonnet, a sumptuous cabin, and an engine making noises sufficiently antisocial to upset the neighbours. Plus, thanks to more than six decades of cinema, perhaps a machine gun or two hidden somewhere behind the headlights. Unfortunately, Aston Martin Singapore ...
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Aston Martin Singapore provided us with the keys to the new Vantage S, fine whisky and a rather nice hotel. All that was missing was a tuxedo. For the arrival of the new Vantage S in Singapore, Aston Martin Singapore decided that a conventional launch would not quite do. Instead, a distinguished assemblage of guests were invited to spend an entire weekend immersed in the world surrounding the car, including an ...
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The eighth-generation Corvette Stingray finally puts its V8 where a supercar’s engine is supposed to be. Strangely, that has made America’s sports car more sensible than ever. The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is unique, although perhaps not for the reasons you might expect. Yes, it has a 6.2-litre V8. Yes, the engine sits behind your head. And yes, from certain angles people will look at it and go “wow what a cool ...
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The eighth-generation Lexus ES is finally here, and it has gone electric. For as long as I can remember, the Lexus ES has been the car you recommend to someone who has already decided that excitement is overrated. That sounds harsher than intended, but the ES has built its reputation by transporting people in quiet, beautifully upholstered comfort while asking very little in return. Now, the eighth-generation ES has gone electric. And ...
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Audi House of Progress will take on a decidedly more motorsport-focused character this September, as Audi Singapore rolls out a series of Formula 1-inspired activities ahead of Singapore's race season. Formula 1 may ultimately be decided by tenths of a second, tyre strategies and several hundred people staring intensely at computer screens, but enjoying the spectacle need not be quite so complicated. Throughout September, Audi Singapore is transforming its Audi House of ...
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Singapore GP has opened the public ballot for the highly anticipated Thursday Pit Lane Experience, giving Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents the opportunity to get closer to the world of Formula 1® ahead of the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2026. Taking place on Thursday, 8 October 2026, the Thursday Pit Lane Experience offers a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into race preparations before the Circuit Park officially opens for the ...
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Three decades after the first modern Octavia rolled off the production line, Škoda’s enduring bestseller celebrates a milestone, and Singapore is marking it with a challenge centred on one of the car’s greatest talents: its enormous boot. Thirty years is a long time in the motor industry. Technologies come and go, model names disappear, and entire categories of cars can fall out of fashion. The Škoda Octavia, however, has simply carried ...
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Auto Selection has launched EV NEXT, a dedicated pre-owned electric vehicle brand that puts battery health front and centre, alongside a new multi-franchise aftersales facility called Drivecare. Buying a used petrol car is nowadays a familiar exercise. Check the mileage, inspect the service history, look for signs of accident damage and, ideally, bring along someone who knows where to look. A pre-owned electric vehicle complicates matters slightly. There is no engine to ...
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The Chinese carmaker has launched its first lifestyle privilege programme in Singapore, as it looks to deepen its relationship with a rapidly growing community of BYD and Denza owners. Buying a car has traditionally been a fairly straightforward transaction. A customer chooses a model, collects the keys and, apart from servicing appointments and the occasional owners’ event, the relationship with the manufacturer largely revolves around the vehicle. BYD wants to change that. ...
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Eugene Heng and Intarasoot Potjanart will represent Singapore at the BMW Golf Cup World Final in March 2027 after emerging victorious at the local National Final. Two of Singapore's leading amateur golfers are heading to South Africa after securing their places at the BMW Golf Cup World Final 2026. Eugene Heng and Intarasoot Potjanart emerged as the respective Men's Open and Ladies Open winners at the BMW Golf Cup National Final 2026, ...
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