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by Sean November 18, 2024

AutoTalk – A Conversation with Ng Khee Siong, Managing Director of Borneo Motors Singapore

If there’s one thing Mr Ng Khee Siong understands better than most, it’s the delicate art of balancing innovation with tradition. On a brisk morning, we had the pleasure of visiting the newly revamped Lexus boutique at Leng Kee, an establishment that promises to reshape the luxury automotive experience on our shores. We also managed to catch Mr Ng Khee Siong, Managing Director of Borneo Motors Singapore, for a delightful discussion ...

by Sean November 5, 2024

Featured, Lifestyle, People

AutoTalk – A Conversation with James Ng, Managing Director of BYD Singapore

In Singapore’s automotive industry, James Ng has carved out a path with BYD that’s both fascinating and formidable. From his roots as a military engineer to spearheading a brand that’s redefining Singapore’s EV market, James’s journey is one of grit, foresight, and a passion for progress. We managed to sit down with the Managing Director of BYD Singapore to dive deeper into his personal story and see how his vision for BYD ...

by joel October 26, 2024

Featured, Lifestyle, Travel

A Great Electric Escape with the Hyundai IONIQ 6

It’s 5:30 am, and I’m barely awake. Sitting among some familiar and, a few not-so familiar faces at Komoco Motors, we were all gathered here for Hyundai’s “Great Electric Escape” with the made-in-Singapore IONIQ 6. Over three days, we’d be driving to Kuala Lumpur and back, immersing ourselves in a journey where art, nature, and city energy combined with the sheer thrill of going electric. Day 1: Hitting the Road with New Friends ...

by Sean October 26, 2024

Featured, Lifestyle, Travel

On The Ground: Jaecoo Test Driving Experience

Chery invited us to Wu Hu, China to try out a wide variety of the Jaecoo vehicle range. We wrung the cars over a variety of obstacles, including an asphalt gymkhana course and some challenging off-road terrain. The event, part of the OMODA & JAECOO International User Summit, showcased everything from pure electric to hybrid power. The cars we tried will also eventually make their way into the Singapore market, giving us first-hand ...

by Sean June 22, 2024

Featured, Food, Lifestyle

We Visited Hyundai’s New Na Oh Restaurant

The new Hyundai Motor Group Na Oh restaurant infuses culinary innovation with Korean traditions. Hyundai Motor Group has recently opened its doors to a new premium food establishment. Dubbed Na Oh (meaning “moving from inside out” in Korean), it is an in-house restaurant helmed by three Michelin-star Chef Corey Lee. With its grand opening on 15 June 2024, Na Oh is set to be a cultural hub celebrating Korean cuisine, craft, and ...

by vivek June 11, 2024

International, Lifestyle, News

Harley-Davidson Dirt.Road.Track – The Third Running

Participants from across Asia had an all-terrain test-ride experience at Dirt.Road.Track, featuring Harley-Davidson's 2024 models. Harley-Davidson's third iteration of the Dirt.Road.Track experience took place on May 21 to 22, 2024, at Bira Circuit, Pattaya, Thailand. Drawing on the success of the last two editions, the 2024 edition drew participants from Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan, Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and India. The event-packed two-day event saw media and content ...

by vivek June 10, 2024

International, Lifestyle, News

Porsche AG Updates Product Range And Doubles Dividends

Porsche's strategy will be pursued despite current challenging macroeconomic conditions. Porsche AG held its virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 7 June 2024. Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board, expressed satisfaction to shareholders and also explained Porsche's current strategy. “In 2023, Porsche impressed while realising all its ambitious forecasts. Our financial position is robust and, even in uncertain times, we remain highly profitable. At the same time, we struck an even ...

by Sean June 1, 2024

Featured, Lifestyle, Travel

Experiencing The Future Of Driving With MINI Mixed Reality

MINI debuted its "MINI Mixed Reality" technology at the international media launch of the all-new MINI Cooper Electric in Sitges, Spain. And I was seriously impressed with what they have come up with. Essentially, the new technology enables drivers to immerse themselves in an augmented virtual world, while still being able to drive and be behind the wheel. This is achieved by a pioneering pair of virtual reality goggles paired with precision GPS ...

by sheldon April 26, 2024

Featured, International, Lifestyle, News, Travel

Porsche Safari Experience awaits in 2025

Fancy going on a 5,500km rally-prepared Porsche Safari? You’ll need EUR 66,900 and 19 days in June 2025. Here’s one for the bucket list. Driving across Africa in a rally-spec Porsche 911. To do this previously, you might have needed to be named Walter Röhrl or be funded by a tobacco giant, or even both… Fortunately, such an adventure is now possible for us mere mortals to experience first-hand. Thanks to operators ...

by Sean April 23, 2024

Featured, Lifestyle, Travel

One Last Drive – Celebrating 10 Years of the Lamborghini Huracan

Has it already been a decade? Well, time flies when you’re having fun, especially if that fun is in a Lamborghini Huracan. If I’m honest, I never really liked the Huracán when it first came out. I’ve always felt that it was overshadowed by the shock and awe that came with the Aventador, and it just felt like the “replacement” for the outgoing Gallardo. That prejudice changed the day I went for ...