Looking to set a tentative foot into this new EV future? The Audi Q8 e-tron is possibly the safest stepping stone currently on the market. Audi has had a confusing few months rebranding their lineup of cars, and their quest to confuse us further continues at pace with the new Q8 e-tron. Though it shares the same name, it has nothing associated with the existing internal combustion (ICE) platform Q8. Rather, this ...
Read MoreThe Ora Good Cat is interesting to look at and to explain to your friends, while coming with a sizeable bit of kit on board. “What is it?” That’s a question you’ll find yourself being asked on a regular basis if you drive the Ora Good Cat, and once you’ve informed the person of the full name it’s usually followed up by another. Although the second question is often along the ...
Read MoreCat A Golf? Check. Stylish R-Line kit? Check. What more could you possibly need? (Article updated 4 November 2023) The Volkswagen Golf is like that dependable friend you've known forever – always there when you need it, and a true crowd-pleaser where it counts. It has the perfect blend of sugar, spice, and everything nice, making it still one of the most desirable hatchbacks on the market today. Now in its eighth incarnation, ...
Read MoreThe Volkswagen Caddy can lug your cargo around while putting in a surprising turn of acceleration and fuel economy. Around the mid-2000s, it was possible for private buyers to own panel vans without the need for company registration. At that time, there were many who sprung for just such an option, with the Volkswagen Caddy being among the more popular choices. A couple of car-enthusiast friends got themselves Volkswagen Caddys, and ...
Read MoreThe Hyundai Ioniq 5 ticks all the grown-up sensible boxes and looks epic on the roads. Who wouldn't want one? (article updated 13 November 2023) The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first of a new family of EVs from Hyundai, which has since been followed by the Ioniq 6. Expect other Ioniq models in the near future. And expect those to be rather excellent machines, if this first effort is anything to ...
Read MoreThe Softail Standard captures the essence of classic Harley-Davidson while being approachable. Man As collection day loomed, I found myself sweating more than usual. No, this wasn't just hyperhidrosis. For context, my own bike, a KTM Duke 390, is essentially a featherweight 171kg Class 2B bike powered by a 373cc Class 2A engine. The last time I'd ridden a "big bike" was during my Class 2 Traffic Police or TP test at Bukit ...
Read MoreThe BMW M2 has matured into a more rounded and grown-up sports coupe, but it lost some of its predecessor’s brash naive charm. The BMW M2 is the smallest, least expensive M car you can lay your hands on today. And this Zanvoort blue unit you see here is also the sequel to the best-selling M car ever in history. Yes, more than 60,000 individuals snapped up the old M2, so ...
Read MoreThe Peugeot 408 is a tempting fastback that drives more engagingly than most crossovers, whilst maintaining the status quo of a sedan. So, what exactly is this? It’s a good question really – and no one is entirely sure. It's like the automotive equivalent of mixing all your favourite snacks into one bowl – a hatchback, a coupe, and a crossover SUV. Are we witnessing the apex of the crossover trend, or ...
Read MoreThe Land Rover Defender 90 is a compact two-door marvel that's ready to take on any adventure. The Defender has been a byword of hardy reliability since it was first conscripted into the ranks of Land Rover. Its "go anywhere, do anything" approach made it a star in the world of unpaved routes and undulating terrains. Which is exactly why the Defender had to overcome a deafening roar of polarising opinions ...
Read MoreThe Volkswagen ID.4 is Singapore’s first taste into the world of das elektroauto. Before we rev up the engine, or rather, juice up the batteries, let's set the stage. The ID.4 is the SUV cousin of the ID.3, and it's no secret that within the VW Group's electric family tree, this one's expected to be the best-seller worldwide. So, the pressure's on for this electric city runabout. Under the sleek hood of the ...
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