The rally-bred Toyota GR Yaris hot hatch gets an extra dose of power and more race goodies. Toyota has taken its already scorching GR Yaris and turned up the heat. This little dynamo, which has already found its way into the hearts of hot hatch aficionados, is back from the workshop with some serious tweaks. Revealed at Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, the new turbocharged 1.6-litre 3-cylinder engine is back, but it's not ...
Read MoreCommuters who have already obtained a new SimplyGo card may exchange it for a “newer” EZ-Link card in due time. Chatting with fellow commuters lately, you might have caught wind of a bit of a kerfuffle about the shift from EZ-Link to SimplyGo. Just when we thought we were all forced to switch gears by 1 June 2024, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has decided to revert their initial plans. Not caught up ...
Read MoreThe Lotus Eletre is the brand’s first foray into the world of SUVs - Sacrilegious to the purists, but alluring to a new generation. When the Lotus Eletre first rocked up to the scene, it shocked motoring press worldwide. Controversial would be the word to describe the whole ordeal, mainly because ‘this’ is pretty much what the world thinks a Lotus shouldn’t be; a tech-laden lumbering electric SUV. Mind you, this was ...
Read MoreVisitors to Singapore will now be able to rent a variety of vehicles from Changi Airport Terminal 3 via Cycle & Carriage Leasing. Cycle & Carriage Leasing has recently debuted a new myCarriage outlet located at Changi Airport, offering short and long-term rental options for locals and tourists alike. This move trails the success of their debut branch at 209 Pandan Gardens. Unlike old-school car rental outlets, you won't need to visit ...
Read MoreExperience the latest MINI models all in one cosy place at One Holland Village. MINI has recently unveiled its new Pop-Up Store, nestled within the One Holland Village shopping mall, and it's open from 11 am to 9 pm daily. It’s a new hub where you can get up close with the latest MINI models, take them for a spin, and dive into the stylish world of the MINI Lifestyle Collection. "The Holland ...
Read MoreIt's time to plug into the future as pre-sale online reservations for the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 EV range are now live. If you've been dreaming about making a switch to electric, here's your chance to secure your spot in the driver's seat, with indicative prices that are sparking interest citywide. ID.4 Pro Meet the ID.4 Pro, Volkswagen's first fully electric SUV, where zero emissions meet carbon-neutral production. This SUV boasts a 77-kWh battery ...
Read MoreNo surprises here, as Stuggart has continued to make the Porsche Cayenne even better. The Porsche Cayenne has historical significance for the German marque. Back in 2002, this was the vehicle that breathed new life into the company and ushered in a new world of SUVs. Fast forward to today, and this is the third generation’s refresh. The Cayenne was a pioneer, a lone wolf in its early days. Now, it finds itself ...
Read MoreCycle & Carriage (C&C) is making a Smart move into the electric vehicle (EV) space. They've secured the rights to sell Smart cars, an EV brand jointly owned by the Chinese automotive group Geely and German carmaker Mercedes-Benz. This deal is the latest in a series of strategic moves by C&C. Not long after they brought in Chinese EV brand Ora, they're now planning to bring in Smart. This announcement comes just ...
Read MoreThe limited-run Mercedes-AMG C63 F1 Edition has all the flashy fittings of a thoroughbred special edition model. Mercedes-Benz Singapore has recently unveiled the Mercedes-AMG C63 F1 Edition at the Mercedes-Benz Center, and its new electrified-assisted platform is a real game changer in AMG’s 55-year history. Dressed in a striking Manufaktur Alpine Grey solid paint, this car is adorned with foils featuring the AMG logo and a sleek grey-to-black colour gradient. If that's ...
Read MoreThe Tesla price adjustment is thanks to continued improvements to its manufacturing processes, which have subsequently led to cost reductions. Tesla Singapore is cutting down on the price tags of its Model Y lineup, slashing them by up to 18%. How are they doing it? They've been tweaking and improving their production processes, leading to significant cost reductions in manufacturing. Tesla's main goal is to make electric vehicles more accessible to a ...
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