Volvo and The Artground have teamed up to create the new #VolvoExplorers space, adding a fresh layer to The Artground’s Explore Arts Space. The #VolvoExplorers space brings Volvo’s history and values to life in a way that’s interactive and educational. Children and their families can learn about Volvo’s legacy in safety innovation, like the 3-point seatbelt, which Volvo introduced back in 1959. Through various activities, the little ones can practice safety habits, ...
Read MoreHyundai Motor Company and Waymo have just announced a multi-year strategic partnership, marking a step forward for autonomous driving. This collaboration will initially focus on integrating Waymo’s sixth-generation fully autonomous technology, known as the Waymo Driver, into Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV, which will eventually join Waymo’s growing fleet. If you’re wondering what this means, the IONIQ 5 is about to become a full-fledged autonomous vehicle. The vehicles slated for Waymo’s fleet ...
Read MoreMcLaren has motorsport running through its veins, and it has turned that knowledge into road-going prowess. As of October 6, the 50th anniversary of its first F1 Constructor’s Championship win with driver Emerson Fittipaldi, McLaren has another reason to celebrate: the unveiling of its newest supercar, the W1. For those who are well-versed in McLaren’s lineage, the W1 is the spiritual successor to the McLaren F1 of the '90s and the ...
Read MoreBMW Asia has just unveiled two exciting new additions to their line-up in Singapore, the all-electric BMW i4 and the refreshed BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. At first glance, both the i4 and the 4 Series Gran Coupe sport slim headlights and that unmistakable vertically aligned BMW kidney grille. But, the i4’s electric powertrain means it needs less cooling, so you’ll notice its kidney grille has a fully enclosed upper section. The ...
Read MoreThe Porsche Taycan refresh proves that Porsche’s electric soul still shines bright amongst its rivals. The Porsche Taycan sits in a space that’s neither purely a sports car nor entirely a saloon. It straddles both worlds, doing so with a finesse few cars can match. And that is why, even after four years on the market, the Taycan is still one of the few electric options that can give you that Porsche ...
Read MoreHyundai has just rolled its 100 millionth vehicle off the production line, a feat that took 57 years. This makes Hyundai one of the fastest-growing players in the global automotive scene. To mark this significant milestone, the company celebrated with a ceremony at its iconic Ulsan Plant in Korea, where it all began. In a fitting tribute, Hyundai delivered its “100 million and first” vehicle (an IONIQ 5) to a lucky customer. Jaehoon ...
Read MoreThe Skoda Enyaq Coupe vRS marries sensible practicality with enough speed to frighten your family. This is Skoda’s first foray into the EV market in Singapore. Built on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform, this Czech shares the same underpinnings as the Volkswagen ID.4/ID.5 and the Audi Q4 e-tron. It’s a packed family, but the Enyaq still manages to charm with a lil’ bit of Skoda’s practical magic. Simply clever While its siblings actively do ...
Read MoreIf you're in the market for a new Cat A electric vehicle, here’s something fresh to consider: the Dongfeng Box. Now available at $148,888 with COE, this five-door hatchback, brought to us by newcomer Volt Auto, is Dongfeng's latest addition to the EV scene. At 4,030mm long, the Dongfeng Box isn't exactly what you'd call "large" but thanks to a wheelbase of 2,660mm, it promises a surprisingly spacious interior. Compact on the ...
Read MoreIncome Insurance has just launched its new eDrivo Car Insurance, specially designed for electric vehicles (EVs). eDrivo brings something fresh to the table with two industry-first benefits: 24/7 emergency mobile rescue and a voluntary battery replacement excess, addressing two of the biggest headaches for EV owners, range anxiety and the high cost of battery replacement. In partnership with Power Up Tech (P.UP), Singapore’s first and only mobile EV charging service, eDrivo policyholders ...
Read MoreThese apprehensions about electric vehicles in Singapore are mainly centred on charging interoperability as well as charging and operating costs. According to the EY 2024 Mobility Consumer Index (MCI), 73% of car buyers in Singapore are now looking at EVs, a significant jump from last year’s 63%. That’s compared to the global average of 58%. What’s more interesting is that 40% of potential EV buyers in Singapore are leaning towards battery electric ...
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