Heads up, cars are set to cost more in Singapore in 2024, thanks in part to the revised Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) standards. The new year comes new rules, specifically in the Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) department. And, as you might have guessed, this means a shift in car prices. The highlight of this new change is the trim in rebate for cars in the A2 band - a drop from S$15,000 ...
Read MoreMitsubishi is taking a pause sales wise in Singapore until 2025, thanks in part to the revised emissions scheme. Mitsubishi car sales are hitting the brakes in Singapore this year. Fret not, Mitsubishi car owners - Cycle & Carriage (C&C), the brand's representative, assures that existing owners will still receive full support. The Driving Force Behind the Pause It turns out that the revised Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) and a change in vehicle ...
Read MoreThe new flagship four-storey establishment houses two pre-owned car showrooms, BMW Motorrad, Sime Darby Services, plus a host of workshops for aftersales care. Sime Darby Motors has recently pulled the covers off their new four-storey flagship facility. Located at 1 Ubi Road, you're greeted by two pre-owned car showrooms as soon as you step in the doors - Sime Darby Auto Selection (SDAS) and BMW Premium Selection (BPS). SDAS is where you'll ...
Read MorePremium Automobiles Group will be the official distributor for ZEEKR and its two latest models in Singapore. ZEEKR, the luxury EV brand under the umbrella of China’s Geely Holding Group, is coming to Singapore in 2024. The Chinese firm has partnered with Premium Automobiles Group, the authorised dealer for Audi in Singapore. Two models will be available soon - the ZEEKR 009 and X. They’re the latest crop of vehicles from the ...
Read MoreThe new Xiaomi car launch is backed by Xiaomi's CEO, who aims to become one of the world's top five automakers. Xiaomi, the Chinese giant we all know for smartphones and electronics, will soon be taking on the automotive sector. On December 28, they unveiled their very first electric car model. It’s called the SU7, and 'SU' isn’t just any acronym; it stands for "Speed Ultra". Lei Jun is pitching this sedan ...
Read MoreIn this fast-paced world where flamboyance often steals the limelight, why not embrace the understated instead? That is what the Toyota Vellfire does exceptionally well. Being understated is a movement away from the garish, in-your-face extravagance that has dominated for so long. Subtlety and refinement are now the new markers of true luxury, and more people are hopping on this trend. Enter the latest Vellfire Hybrid from Toyota, an MPV that embodies ...
Read MoreThe moustachioed Mini Cooper Convertible is an excellent grown-up hatch, if not the most practical choice. This is the modern facelifted Mk 3.0 Mini, born way back in 2018 and revitalised with yet another facelift back in 2021. It won’t be too long for this world, however, because Mini has since declared that it’ll be the first brand in the BMW Group to go fully electric in the 2030s. The electric revolution ...
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Jaguar Land Rover Embraces Digital Transformation Through Partnership with Tata Communications
The partnership with Jaguar Land Rover and Tata Communications will see 128 JLR global sites connected with cloud-first, software defined network capabilities. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has recently announced a new partnership with Tata Communications, the global commtech (communications technology) player, to future-proof its digital transformation and pave the way for new standards such as Industry 4.0 and advanced analytics. JLR is on a mission with its Reimagine strategy, and Tata Communications ...
Read MoreThe Eurokars Group has officially opened its doors to its brand new Eurokars Centre headquarters situated along Kung Chong Road. Eurokars Group has just unveiled its prestigious new headquarters, the Eurokars Centre, and it's not your run-of-the-mill building; rather, it's an eight-story marvel worth a cool S$106 million. This place is set to be the regional headquarters for the Eurokars Group, and the nerve center for Eurokars' executives. Nestled within is now the ...
Read MoreSo many great winners, so many choices. But, only one can emerge victorious in this hotly contested arena and be crowned the 2024 AutoApp Car Of The Year. It all comes down to this. If you were following our AutoApp Car Of The Year series till now, or have just tuned in, this is the article to read. 23 Round 1 winners, which then narrowed down to 11 Round 2 winners. Battles ...
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