Sean Loo, Author at AutoApp

by Sean Loo 5 May 2023

Featured, Local, News

Mercedes-Benz Launches All-new GLC in Singapore

Mercedes-Benz’s best-selling SUV model, the all-new GLC, has an all-new look, arriving in Singapore in two electrifying variants. Mercedes-Benz has officially launched the all-new GLC SUV in Singapore. According to the German automaker, this is their best-selling SUV, and this new iteration promises added functionality and better styling. Electrifying In Singapore, the all-new GLC will come in two variants - the GLC300 and GLC300e. The former is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre in-line ...

by Sean Loo 3 May 2023

Featured, International, News

BMW Digital Key Plus now available for Android devices

Android smartphone users will now be able to open, start, and close their BMW without ever taking their phones out of their pocket. Cool stuff. And this isn’t even new-ish tech either. BMW first announced the hands-free software, dubbed Digital Key Plus, to the BMW iX back in February 2021. Now, the company has expanded the app, and will now be available for users with Android smartphones. With a compatible smartphone, customers ...

by Sean Loo 3 May 2023

Featured, Local, News

Eurokars Auto Is A New Platinum Sponsor For The BMW M Club of Singapore

Members of the BMW M Club of Singapore will now be able to look forward to exciting new activities and deals with Eurokars Auto now joining as a Platinum Sponsor. The M Club of Singapore, Singapore’s leading owner's club for BMW M and M Performance vehicles, has recently welcomed Eurokars Auto as a new 2023 Platinum Sponsor. Enacted in 2010, the owners club is currently the only local BMW M car club ...

by Sean Loo 3 May 2023

Featured, International, News

Aston Martin launches new lifestyle magazine

Aston Martin has launched its newly refreshed luxury lifestyle magazine featuring some of the company’s key achievements. Produced on high-quality printed stock, the expansive magazine showcases the world of Aston Martin, diving into inspirational stories and stunning imagery. The first edition of the newly refreshed luxury lifestyle magazine is dubbed V53 and will include the likes of Fernando Alonso, the Aston Martin Valkyrie, and other prominent memorabilia that Aston Martin fans are ...

by Sean Loo 2 May 2023

Car Care, Featured, Tips and Tricks

Tyre Rotation: Why You Should Rotate Your Tyres

Rotating your tyres is an important element of tyre upkeep and safety, making them last longer and keeping your wallet happy at the same time. Tyre rotation is one of the simplest maintenance routines one can perform for their car. It only takes up a short period of your time, and costs next to nothing to undergo. However, this simple but crucial maintenance step is often overlooked, and it can lead ...

by Sean Loo 2 May 2023

Featured, International, News

Jaguar Land Rover Wants To Reinvent Itself Into New Subbrands

The Jaguar Land Rover group wants to rebrand itself into four new subbrands, namely Range Rover, Discovery, Defender and Jaguar. Jaguar Land Rover has recently announced that it will now rebrand its name, being recognised henceforth as JLR. This rebranding aims to shift more focus onto the four subbrands it currently has in its arsenal. The four subbrands in question are Range Rover, Discovery, Defender and Jaguar. This change of strategy is all ...

by Sean Loo 2 May 2023

Featured, Local, News

Toyota Price Promise Gives More Flexibility To Customers

Borneo Motors, the official dealer for Toyota in Singapore, is introducing transparent prices across its sales channels for added peace of mind. As with any product or item you purchase in your life, the price point does play a lot in your eventual decision-making. This is true for cars too in Singapore, yet there are countless reasons why your car might be priced differently from the next customer. It could even ...

by Sean Loo 1 May 2023

Featured, Latest Cars, Reviews

2023 Honda Freed – Freed-om To Choose

The Honda Freed is an all-in-one compact family package for seven. Every time I approach a mini-MPV, regardless of make and model, I can't help but have one crucial thought in my head. Can this thing fit seven people in comfort? Being an owner of a full-sized MPV, I always have my doubts about smaller MPVs and their ability to deliver on their promises. Unfortunately, my scepticism is valid. For example, the ...

by Sean Loo 29 April 2023

Featured, International, News

Mercedes unveils new E-Class Saloon

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class arrives with bolder looks and a technologically-savvy cabin. Mercedes-Benz has recently unveiled the new E-Class saloon, and its packing loads of tech and upgrades to stand toe-to-toe with the competition. With this new generation, its wheelbase has grown 22mm, and its bold new looks have some people sitting on the fence. I'm of course talking about the new taillights, which now meet in the middle to emphasise the width ...

by Sean Loo 29 April 2023

Featured, International, News

McLaren announces all-new 750S

McLaren has recently revealed the all-new 750S, bringing on additional performance and tech upgrades. McLaren has recently lifted the covers off the all-new 750S, the next-in-line replacement for the best-selling 720S. Looks mostly the same, don’t they? While the new car is technically built upon its predecessor, McLaren claims that the incoming 750S is comprised of about 30 per cent new components. As its name suggests, the 750S is more powerful and ...

by Sean Loo 29 April 2023

Featured, International, News

Maserati Unveils First EV – The Grecale Forgole

A little more than a year ago, Maserati revealed the Grecale, the automaker's first compact SUV. Aimed squarely at the ever-popular SUV market, the Grecale was launched with three variants. At that time, the Italian marque promised to release an all-electric version of the SUV “in a year’s time”, and thankfully they kept that promise. At last week's Auto Shanghai 2023, Maserati revealed its first electric SUV — the Grecale Folgore. Fittingly, Folgore ...

by Sean Loo 28 April 2023

Featured, Local, News

All-New Lexus RZ unveiled For Singapore

Borneo Motors Singapore, Lexus’ authorised car distributor, revealed the launch of the all-new RZ 450e, Lexus' first 100 per cent Battery EV (BEV). This is a significant milestone for Lexus, as it marks a new era for the ‘Lexus Electrified’ vision, moving Lexus towards its goal of a sustainable global society. The RZ retains all of the exquisite qualities of performance and craftsmanship that are distinctive to Lexus, down to the luxury, ...

by Sean Loo 28 April 2023

Featured, Local, News

Emission-Free Deliveries With Cycle & Carriage And SingPost

Cycle & Carriage (C&C), the authorised distributor for Citroen in Singapore, has recently announced a partnership that provides SingPost with 35 Citroën ë-Dispatch EV vans. This partnership is part of SingPost’s target to transition to an all-electric delivery fleet by 2026. C&C has also collaborated with other companies like FairPrice Group and Uniqlo Singapore in the past, supplying new Citroën electric vans for a wide range of business needs. On top of ...

by Sean Loo 28 April 2023

Featured, International, News

BMW Impresses at Auto Shanghai 2023

And it was more than just that ice cream fiasco. BMW made a strong showing at Auto Shanghai 2023 with a total of three world premieres, with the focus placed firmly on electrification and digitalisation. This is also the first time that only electrified new models from the brand were being exhibited at a show, with the star attractions being the all-electric BMW i7 M70 xDrive, the BMW XM Label Red, and ...

by Sean Loo 28 April 2023

Featured, Local, News

Volvo Celebrates its 96th Birthday

Wearnes Automotive, the official dealership for Volvo in Singapore, is hosting a series of activities over the weekend to celebrate the Swedish brand’s 96th birthday. Taking place this weekend from 29th - 30th April, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at their Alexandra Road showroom, Volvo will be hosting a series of workshops to suit guests of all ages. For the young ones, a recycled car workshop enables them to create their very ...