The ‘E’ in ‘EV’ stands for ‘Efficient’ with this Polestar 2. For some background information, Polestar initially was the performance-tuning arm of Volvo. Later, it was spun off into its own entity with the sole express purpose of building electric vehicles or EVs based on current Volvos with its own special touch. The Polestar 2 is based on the architecture underpinning the Volvo C40 and XC40 and is effectively the former ...
Read MoreThough compact, the e-C4 can surprise with how sweet it is to drive and ride in. Regular readers would know that I have a soft spot for French cars. This came about when back in the 80s, one of my uncles in Malaysia joined Citroën's sales team. From then onwards, I was privy to Citroën brochures up the wazoo from a young age because he knew that I was enthusiastic about ...
Read MoreSingapore is the first Asian stop for the brand new DB12. On Wednesday 12 July 2023, Aston Martin previewed its brand new fist-bitingly gorgeous "Super Tourer" DB12 to local media. You know, because the term "Grand Tourer" just isn't adequate. This DB12 will no longer be offered with a V12 engine. Instead, a twin-turbocharged four-litre V8 is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and puts down 680hp and 800Nm of torque via ...
Read MoreIf ever there was a reason to take the plunge into an extravagant vehicle, the 735i is it. Before we delve into this G70 BMW 735i, a confession first. I've always had a soft spot for the 7 Series, more so than its smaller sibling 5 Series. Take for example BMWs from the late 90s to early noughties. Given the choice between an E39 5 Series and the E38 7 Series, ...
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What Should I Do When My Windscreen Gets Cracked?
Be prepared for the day WHEN it happens, not IF. You're driving along, just minding your own business and probably rocking out to your favourite tunes in your vehicle when suddenly, a loud "CRACK!" is heard and you see the effect of "stone meets windscreen at high velocity." The sinking feeling in your chest and gut is palpable. Your mind starts racing. "OH MY GAWD!!! My windscreen is cracked! What do ...
Read MoreJanis Joplin would probably approve of the EQE 350+ with glee from Heaven above I will openly admit to being pretty nonchalant when the opportunity to share a test-drive of the EQE 350+ with Sheldon was presented. Having read and watched multiple reviews of the EQS, I wasn’t exactly thrilled to partake in an EQ-product review. You know that saying about how one should NOT judge a book by its sibling cover? Mmmm hmmm… The ...
Read More2024 will see the new M5 Touring unveiled to the world. With the latest 5 Series being unveiled recently, we were secretly expecting BMW M to come along not too long thereafter with their hotted up M5. And BOY didn't they disappoint, because word from the good folks at M is that there will be an M5 Touring alongside its sedan sibling, both of which are under development. Just like its sedan ...
Read MoreTailored solutions launched by Hyundai and its partners to encourage more towards EV ownership. In a bid to encourage electric vehicle (EV) adoption in Singapore, Hyundai Motor Company has partnered with Schneider Electric, P.UP, Charge+ and OCBC Bank to provide more holistic solutions to increase geographical and economical access to electric vehicle charging for Hyundai drivers. Explaining the need to make charging solutions more palatable for the Singaporeans, Mr. Andy Kang, VP ...
Read MoreLimited-edition BST edition 230 features choice upgrades to satiate Swedish car enthusiasts' palette The Polestar 2 BST edition 230 is the second limited-edition version of the Polestar 2. A total of 230 units will be produced for worldwide markets, and Singapore will receive allocation in limited numbers. Just in case you're wondering what 'BST' stands for, it's short-form for 'Beast', which was the nickname of the one-off high-performance Polestar 2 that was ...
Read MoreMove cargo and make deliveries on electric power with the e-Dispatch. It's not every day that an automotive journalist gets the opportunity to review a commercial vehicle, so when Citroën offered their e-Dispatch for a review drive, I just couldn't pass up the opportunity to play "man in a van" over a weekend. Add to that the fact that the last time I'd driven a van was in 2003, and was ...
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