SMART SHOPPING: 8 money-saving tips for the new age shopper

There are some people who only shop out of necessity. And then there are others who derive immense joy from buying the most random things. Whether you’re a bargain hunter, impulse buyer or practical shopper, there’s no denying that shopping in this day and age has been made sooo much more convenient thanks to the internet. That is why it’s all the more important to adopt good shopping habits to ...

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PHASE 2 TIPS: Everything about sanitisers you were too shy to ask

Congratulations! You’ve made it through the Circuit Breaker. However, this also means the crowds are coming back and so will the risk of infection. A quality sanitiser can help. Read on to learn more. You know that one friend who’s suddenly become a health expert/logistics specialist because of the COVID-19 pandemic? It’s always, “Wow, you paid $8 for that face mask? Do you know I got it for $7.99 on Shopee?” ...

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AUTOAPP FAVOURITES: The best father’s day gift ideas for the discerning car nut

Father’s Day 2020 is just around the corner (June 21), and there’s just about enough time to squeeze in a bit of last-minute online shopping to find the perfect gift. After all, with the way the year’s shaped up so far, everyone could probably do with a bit more cheer in their lives, and none more so than all the hard-working dads in our lives. We don’t profess to have ...

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POWER PARENTING: Mums share baby care tips and hacks

If you're new to this parenting gig, you might appreciate these useful baby care tips and parenting hacks to get you through the day and very long nights. You know how sometimes you think you have everything planned out, then suddenly all your plans go out the window? Yup, that’s pretty much a day in the life of every new parent. One minute you’re peacefully sipping tea and binge-watching Netflix. ...

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REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT: Baby steps towards saving the earth

Finding it a hassle trying to reduce, reuse and recycle? Here are some other easier ways to reduce your carbon footprint and care for the planet. If you typically work in an office, or have a desk-bound job, you might have become acutely aware of something in the last couple of work-from-home months: how hot the day can get when you’re not in a constantly air-conditioned environment. Showering more frequently, turning ...

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TURBO TOTS: 7 must-have car accessories for babies

Prepping up to welcome your bundle of joy? Here are come must-have car accessories for babies you're going to want to get your hands on. So it’s almost time to welcome your bundle of joy – and we’re not talking about a new car! You’ve got your nursery all set up, confinement nanny booked, hospital bag packed and excited future grandparents calmed down. The only thing left? Getting your ride all ...

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CAR BUYING TIPS: Buy your first car with ease

Putting the money down for your first car can be both nerve-racking and exciting. These car buying tips will help ease the nerves a little. Buying your first car is an exciting and important milestone, and it can also be a nerve-wracking experience. Cars are huge investments, and you want to make sure that the car you’re buying is one that you like and suits your needs without burning a hole ...

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FWD v RWD: Why the difference between front and rear wheel drive matters

Source: Gran Turismo Sport You may have heard terms like Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) being mentioned in the context of cars. If you want to know the difference and how it might affect your next purchase decision, you will be enlightened by the end of this article. Front-wheel drive diagram. Credit: Moebiusuibeom-en, Automotive diagrams 10 En, CC BY-SA 3.0 Most cars are either pulled by the front wheels or ...

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SUCK. SQUEEZE. BANG. BLOW: The beginner’s guide to turbos

Turbocharger – it is a word you would have most certainly come across. Maybe you’ve seen it in advertisements or heard it on TV? In fact, despite being an automotive term, ‘turbo’ been widespread enough to enter the popular English lexicon. But what is a turbocharger (or turbo for short) exactly? A bevy of high-performance turbocharged Japanese cars. What is a turbocharger? Here’s all you need to know to get up to speed ...

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CIRCUIT BREAKER TIPS: Cars need exercise too

SINGAPORE – The national Circuit Breaker (CB) has compelled all of us to stay home and do our part to quell the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. This however, also means a longer period of time where our cars are left in the carpark.  Staying at home, spending time with family, getting fit or general nua-ing can be a refreshing change of pace. The same however, can’t be said for our ...

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