Premium Automobiles has added yet another feather to its cap by welcoming DEEPAL, Changan Automobile’s premium electric vehicle (EV) brand, to Singapore. This marks Changan Automobile’s first foray into the local market. The flagship S07, a sleek, all-electric mid-sized SUV, is set to debut at the Singapore Motorshow 2025. With a legacy spanning over 40 years in automotive innovation, Changan Automobile has established DEEPAL in 2022. Hadi Widjaja Tanaga, President of Premium Automobiles ...
Read MoreThe new electric Porsche Macan Turbo is a ferocious piece of engineering. I was recently in Thailand to attend Das Treffen 9, and Porsche Thailand has very kindly provided me a car to get around Bangkok. To my delight, they tossed me the keys to the new electric Macan Turbo. Having driven The Macan 4 earlier this year, I was eager to have a go in the torque monster. Power Unleashed Let’s start with ...
Read MoreThe middle-of-the-pack BMW i4 eDrive35 is arguably the best i4 to buy on the market. While it’s easy to mistake it for a 4 Series Gran Coupe with a battery, the i4 is so much more than a mere EV conversion. Beneath its sleek silhouette lies a purpose-built electric platform that stakes its claim as a true driver’s car. Does It Drive Like A BMW? BMW went back to the drawing board for the ...
Read MoreThe Polestar 3 is the long-awaited practical sibling that completes the Scandinavian lineup. When Polestar first made headlines, it was as Volvo’s hip, younger cousin, complete with funky designs and a conscience for sustainability. Now, with the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4, the brand has taken a bold step into the world of full-size electric SUVs, but in typical Scandinavian style, it’s done so with restraint and elegance. Subtle But Striking At first glance, ...
Read MoreŠkoda Singapore has unveiled the Enyaq Sportline, a new addition to its electric SUV lineup. Built on the Volkswagen Group's innovative MEB platform, this SUV combines practicality, sustainability, and head-turning design. The Enyaq Sportline impresses with a range of up to 565 kilometres (WLTP) on a single charge. Its rapid charging capabilities are equally noteworthy, taking the battery from 10% to 80% in 28 minutes. Under the hood lies an electric motor delivering ...
Read MoreCycle & Carriage Singapore has officially launched the compact Maxus eDeliver 5. Built on China's pioneering MILA (Modular, Intelligent, Lightweight, Architecture) platform, the Maxus eDeliver 5 is on par specs-wise with some of the best electric commercial vehicles on the market. Equipped with a 64 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate battery, the eDeliver 5 boasts a class-leading WLTP-City range of up to 489 kilometres. This capability addresses the persistent challenge of range anxiety, ...
Read MoreThe Citroën ë-Berlingo is back on Singapore’s streets, this time with a facelift that promises enhanced space, improved efficiency, and upgraded features designed for businesses embracing sustainable mobility. Cycle & Carriage Singapore recently unveiled the updated ë-Berlingo, showcasing its advancements over its predecessor, which first turned heads in 2022. This latest iteration of Citroën’s popular electric light commercial vehicle (e-LCV) boasts a 3,900-litre cargo capacity, a 100-litre improvement over the previous model. ...
Read MoreMazda has unveiled its largest and most advanced SUV to date, the CX-80, at an exclusive preview held at the Mandala Club. Positioned as the brand’s flagship model in Singapore, the seven-seater SUV marks a significant milestone for Mazda, being the first in its local lineup to feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The CX-80 is part of Mazda’s Large Product Group and stands out with its commanding dimensions. Measuring 5 metres in length, ...
Read MoreThe Maxus MIFA 7 joins its bigger MIFA 9 sibling in the MPV arena. It’s been over a year since we had our first encounter with the Maxus MIFA 9, a towering presence in the MPV world. Now, Maxus has introduced its younger sibling, the MIFA 7. This all-electric MPV promises to deliver a balanced blend of size, comfort, and value. Perfect then, for the practical family man navigating Singapore’s urban landscape. Its Size ...
Read MoreEVs dominated the new car market in 2024, and if this trend is anything to go by, it will only continue upwards. So, which candidate will walk away with the title of Overall Best EV? How Does ACOTY Define This Class? The title says it all. Only full EVs are eligible for this category; doesn't matter which shape or how much power output each car produces, they are all counted in this ...
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