The Skyworth K is a fridge-maker’s first attempt at an electric car, and it’s more than just O-K. For those who see electric vehicles as soulless white goods on wheels, Skyworth’s entry into the motoring world might seem like confirmation of their worst fears. After all, this is the same Skyworth better known for refrigerators, televisions, and washing machines, not exactly the lineage you'd expect for an SUV. But brush aside your ...
Read MoreBMW's entry-level 116 hatchback proves that you don’t need big power to deliver big smiles. Every family has a younger sibling, a slightly overlooked yet charming member who quietly gets on with things. Within the BMW clan, this role falls to the 116, the Bavarian marque's most affordable hatchback on Singapore roads. Starting at S$223,888, it's not exactly pocket change, but it does give you entry to the BMW club. And despite ...
Read MoreThe Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf R-Line comes of age, showing there's still plenty of life left in the people's favourite hatch. If cars could be friends, the Volkswagen Golf would surely be that childhood companion you grew up with. Steady, dependable, and just cool enough to hang around with, no matter your age. Now updated with a facelifted Mk8.5 version, the iconic German hatchback is back to remind us why, despite fierce competition ...
Read MoreImagine for a moment the elegance of Rolls-Royce distilled through a lens of sheer audacity and unapologetic power. Now amplify that image. You get the Black Badge Spectre, the boldest, most powerful Rolls-Royce ever created, freshly unveiled on Singaporean soil. Held at the New Bahru lifestyle hub, the launch is Rolls-Royce's way of declaring that tradition and innovation can indeed coexist, spectacularly and provocatively. The Black Badge series has always been the marque’s ...
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AutoTalk – A Conversation with Katya Zavialova, Operations Director of Lotus Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa
The automotive landscape is rapidly evolving, with electrification becoming the focal point of innovation and sustainability. Few brands navigate this shift as compellingly as Lotus, renowned for their heritage in driving dynamics and performance. To understand how Lotus is managing its strategic transition from petrol-powered icons to cutting-edge electric vehicles, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Katya Zavialova, Operations Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, for an ...
Read MoreThis new Denza debut at Zhongshan Park is the fruit of a partnership between Sime Motors and the 1826 Collective. And together, they have orchestrated an immersive experience that redefines what it means to meet a vehicle for the first time. Think of it as less showroom, more sensorial sanctuary. Rather than leaning on sterile showrooms or overly glossy presentations, this experiential showcase weaves DENZA’s premium ethos into the rhythm of nature ...
Read MoreHeld over the long Easter weekend (18–20 April 2025), the Unstoppable 48Hr Niro Challenge tested the Kia Niro’s efficiency claims. With 49 participants in 25 cars, the mission was simple: how far can you go on a single 42-litre tank of fuel? Well, the winner managed to clock 1,552 kilometres. That’s nearly the distance from Singapore to Bangkok, achieved without so much as a fuel stop. The winning team also promptly beat ...
Read MoreThe term "electric crossover" is becoming about as common in the automotive world as kopi in Singapore's hawker centres. Every manufacturer seems to be cooking up their own version, each promising a blend of stylish design and practicality. Well, Cupra has now joined the fight with the Tavascan. What exactly is it? The Tavascan is closely related to its VW Group cousins like the VW ID.5, Audi Q4 Sportback, and Skoda Enyaq Coupé, ...
Read MorePractical family movers often lean towards being desperately unexciting, but the Aion Y Plus is charming in its own unique way. Yes, it’s square, and it’s not the most striking thing to look at. But, spend some time with the Aion Y Plus, and I’m conrfident your opinion of it will change, because it delivers a lot for your dime. It’s built with a purpose, and it’s brilliant at it With design cues ...
Read MoreIt’s rather unexpected and delightfully refreshing to find a Rolls-Royce designed not for the road, but for the living room. Yet here we are, with the introduction of the Rolls-Royce Chess Set. Unboxing a chess set has never been so ceremonial. In true Rolls-Royce fashion, the playing board opens with a singular, deliberate motion. As the lid rises, a leather-lined tray emerges gracefully, presenting the magnetically suspended pieces as if summoned by ...
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