In the world of high-performance sedans, few names command as much respect as the BMW M5. For over 40 years, this executive powerhouse has been the benchmark for combining luxury and performance. Entering its seventh generation, the latest iteration marks a significant milestone: the first-ever electrified BMW M5. At its core, the M5 retains its sporting pedigree with a high-revving 4.4-litre V8 engine, but now it's paired with BMW’s M HYBRID system. Together, they ...
Read MoreThe Omoda E5 has achieved five-star safety ratings from both the Euro NCAP and ANCAP, two of the world’s most stringent vehicle safety assessment bodies. The Euro NCAP test results, released on November 13, were closely followed by ANCAP’s endorsement the next day. In comprehensive crash tests, including additional frontal-offset and oblique pole assessments, the E5 secured impressive scores - 87% for Adult Occupant Protection, 88% for Child Occupant Protection, and 83% ...
Read MoreThe emergence of Chinese automaker Denza, with its latest offering - the Denza D9 - signals a bold challenge to established players. Denza is a relatively new marque, originating from a former partnership between BYD and Mercedes-Benz. Positioned as BYD’s premium arm, Denza aims to deliver vehicles that blend luxury and cutting-edge technology. The Denza D9, which officially launched in Singapore back in October 2024, is poised to attract buyers seeking an ...
Read MoreAt the inaugural Kia EV Day in the Asia Pacific region, the brand showcased its electric vision for the future. The event followed the global success of Kia EV Day 2023; distributors, media, and stakeholders gathered to witness the unveiling of two standout models: the Kia EV3, and the futuristic Concept PV5. Kia EV3 If the EV9 was Kia's audacious debut into the electric SUV space, the EV3 is its more approachable sibling. ...
Read MoreThe Stuttgart marque has just unveiled three fresh additions to the Porsche Taycan family. The Taycan range now spans an impressive 16 variants, covering everything from rear-wheel to all-wheel drive and power outputs between 300kW and 760kW. The latest additions are the Taycan 4 sports sedan, Taycan GTS, and the Taycan GTS Sport Turismo. Kevin Giek, Vice President of the Taycan Model Line, mentioned: “Our expanded line-up caters to diverse customer needs, blending ...
Read MoreThe Cat A Omoda E5 is Chery’s latest attempt to capture attention, quietly yet confidently. This EV doesn’t break new ground, but that’s precisely the point. It’s designed to be familiar to folks who are used to ICE cars, yet offer them a new form of propulsion underneath. A familiar face in a crowded field The Omoda E5 has all the telltale design cues of a modern electric crossover; sharp lines, a streamlined ...
Read MoreXPENG Motors just made its Singapore debut with a flagship showroom that spans two storeys and a sprawling 8,700 square feet. For those unacquainted, XPENG is a name fast becoming synonymous with smart electric vehicles. The new showroom is part of their growing footprint in Southeast Asia, with stops already made in Malaysia, Thailand, and even Australia. Walking into the XPENG showroom feels a little like stepping into a minimalist Scandinavian home. ...
Read MoreAs the largest exhibitor and the exclusive Merlion Partner at SITCE 2024, BYD is showcasing vehicles that will aid in future sustainable transportation. BYD placed four new commercial vehicles on display at the Singapore International Transport Congress and Exhibition (SITCE) 2024, including the B12DS Double-Deck Bus and the heavy-duty T9R Truck. There’s also the BYD Autonomous Bus, developed in collaboration with TIER IV. Already operational at Komatsu Airport in Japan, it’s a ...
Read MoreInchcape+ and BYD have partnered together to place an order of 100 T9R electric heavy-duty commercial trucks. That's the largest single order of such vehicles in Singapore, all set to hit the roads in 2025. The BYD T9R offers a driving range of up to 320km, all while being powered by BYD's Blade Battery technology. It can be retrofitted to haul waste, manage construction loads, or navigate Singapore’s dense urban logistics network. Flanked ...
Read MoreAsk someone to name a luxury car, and odds are you’ll hear a lineup of the usual suspects: BMW, Mercedes, Audi, maybe even a Lexus. Certainly not the Denza D9. But in recent years, the Chinese have been elbowing their way onto that list with a kind of determination that other nations can only dream of. And that’s precisely the attitude BYD brings with the new Denza D9; a bold, spacious MPV ...
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