The 992 Generation of the 911 Carrera shows why it is still THE daily-drivable premium sports coupe. Admittedly, it’d been quite awhile since I last nestled behind the wheel of a 911, with that remarkable and enjoyable occasion being back in 2004 with a 996-generation 911 Carrera 4S. I’ll also admit rather sheepishly to 911-elitism in the past, having repeatedly thumbed my nose at anything less than a Carrera 4S. How ...
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Is the Corolla Cross a shot of innovation or JUST another "for-the-sake-of" SUV/crossover? When the Corolla Cross was first launched in Southeast Asia in 2020, Toyota's perceived "slapping of the revered 'Corolla' badge" on the boot lid of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) / crossover made me cross and take an instant dislike to this vehicle. Having grown up with the likes of the KE70 rear-wheel drive Corolla (affectionately known as ...
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It has been a while, but revisiting the Swift was well worth it. One of the last cars co-broke'd when I was in car sales was a Suzuki Swift, and it was back then that my love for this compact hatchback began. Fond memories of a cheap and cheerful car which could be chucked into corners all day long linger to this day. And so, 'twas a good feeling to get ...
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With some new touches, the facelifted Palisade is about to hit our streets. We've reviewed the pre-facelift Hyundai Palisade and came away impressed with this large, luxurious land yacht. Now, the Palisade has been given a mild refresh and some new goodies within to keep it soldiering on in the seven-seater luxury sports utility vehicle (SUV) segment. The front cascading grille design is now wider, with grille elements now starting above the ...
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... with Porsche's eyes locked firmly on the future in Singapore. Think of a boutique automotive retail experience right in the Central Business District, easily accessible by both public and private transport. That's what the Porsche NOW pop-up retail store at Guoco Tower represents, and we were there to experience it first-hand at its official launch. This represents a new way of envisioning the retail experience, courtesy of other restaurants, cafes ...
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April 2023 will see things kick off with Alfa Romeo making a comeback after a temporary hiatus Mark the date - 1st April 2023. This is when Komoco Holdings Pte Ltd will open its brand new Alfa Romeo showroom and service centre at 1 Chang Charn Road, alongside its existing Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge showroom since Komoco Holdings is also the current importer for the three Stellantis-owned brands. from left: Christophe Musy, ...
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... at Changi Exhibition Centre, and BOY are we glad we did. Thanks Subaru! Upon arriving at CEC, the first sight to greet us was a fleet of Subarus, or as enthusiasts refer to it, Scoobys parked up and on display. These included the modern-day enthusiasts' choices, in the BRZ, WRX Sedan and WRX Wagon. Up front were three hero cars from yesteryear, the S206, S207 and S208... … flanked on one side ...
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We're glad to see our local Motorshow back after a three-year hiatus After the pandemic-wrought shutdown wrecked plans for the past three years, Suntec City Level 4 is now bustling with cars once again at the Singapore Motorshow 2023. While relatively modest compared to previous shows, it's a welcome start nonetheless. Here are our five must-see picks and six notable mentions. Nissan X-Trail e-Power Wanna go green but concerned about the nitty-grittys when ...
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Not everything that happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, as the i Vision Dee concept proves... The Consumer Electronics Show or CES is a big annual affair in Vegas. Those who follow tech-YouTubers would have found their notifications inundated by coverage of the latest and snazziest tech gizmos at CES. These days, automotive manufacturers are also getting in on the exhibition due to the proliferation of in-vehicle technology, and the famous ...
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Let's be futurists while drooling at Audi's flagship ICE swansongs in 2023 at the House of Progress exhibition. Audi's immersive brand experience, House of Progress, needs little introduction after their successful exhibitions in Tokyo, Milan, São Paulo and Montreal. 2023 will see the first-ever House of Progress in Singapore that showcases Audi's commitment to its four pillars: digitalisation, design, progress, and sustainability. There will be something for everyone, even the little ...
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LCVs may be cheaper to buy than a hybrid mini MPV, but the cost of van ownership will surprise you. Less than 20 years ago, vans and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) could be owned and operated without having to register under a business. This pushed many potential car buyers at the time into van ownership instead, due to them being more affordable, but also due in no small part to the ...
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the e-2008 reminds us why French cars can be charming in their own inimitable way First, an admission to kick things off. Most friends would characterize me as a hardcore Saab (rest in peace) fan and an Alfa Romeo apologist, but what most of them DON’T know is that I’ve always had a soft spot for French cars as well. Rather than this article becoming the length of a doctoral dissertation, ...
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There's something for everyone with this latest gen Sienta Hybrid. Yes, even enthusiasts. What does one do when one needs to affordably move up to six folks around, or transport a bunch of brand-new fittings for one's under-renovation BTO? Swallowing seven people and getting them places or transforming into a minivan with passenger seats stowed, both in a cost-effective way, is what the Sienta Hybrid has been best known for. Pretty ...
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Model Year 2024 Impreza (US) looks sharp, but still utilitarian like any good Subaru should be. You'd think that a Japanese manufacturer would first launch a new model in its home country, but stranger things have happened. And so it is with the latest Subaru Impreza. Unveiled on 17 November at the Los Angeles Auto Show, this Impreza is expected to go on sale in spring next year as a Model ...
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New headlights, grilles and a digital cockpit feature amongst the changes for Giulia and Stelvio Let's remember that the Alfa Romeo Giulia was trotted out for market sales in 2016, with the Stelvio following it in 2017. It's now 2022. In the interim, both models received some light changes here and there but for the most part, they remained looking the same. That's now changed. My biggest bugbear with both models is ...
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