While the regular Volkswagen ID.4 hits the mark as a family carrier, the GTX variant isn't as thrilling as it should be. The ID.4 GTX is essentially Volkswagen's first electric performance car and introduces the company's new 'GTX' badge. Think of it as the electric equivalent of the iconic 'GTI'. No pressure, then. But, unfortunately, I’m not sure if it can live up to the fame that previous GTI models celebrated in ...
Read MoreVolkswagen finally has an official EV presence in Singapore with the new ID.4. And it’s been spearheading Volkswagen’s leap into cleaner vehicles. That doesn’t just mean zero emissions during ownership; VW says it has made the ID.4 carbon neutral all the way until you’ve driven it off the lot, by using renewable energy during the manufacturing process. That’s all nice to hear, but is it even worth buying in the first place? Considering ...
Read MoreHyundai Motor Group has just launched a new local IONIQ 6 variant, made in Singapore at the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center (HMGICS). Following the success of the award-winning IONIQ 5 and the IONIQ 5 robotaxi, the IONIQ 6 marks another milestone in Hyundai’s EV lineup. Manufactured at HMGICS, Singapore’s first and only EV production smart facility, the IONIQ 6 benefits from an automated and intelligent cell-based production platform. This allows Hyundai to ...
Read MoreCycle & Carriage (C&C) has partnered with Gogoro Inc to launch a new wave of battery-swappable electric scooters. This collaboration will see C&C become the exclusive distributor for Gogoro’s innovative battery-swapping system and Smartscooters in Singapore. “While battery swapping technology and two-wheel electric vehicles are relatively new in Singapore, our partnership with Gogoro will accelerate the growth,” said Wilfrid Foo, Managing Director of Cycle & Carriage Singapore. “The positive feedback from Foodpanda riders ...
Read MorePorsche has just expanded its all-electric SUV lineup with a new Macan 4S model. The rear-wheel-drive Macan was all about efficiency and range, but the new Macan 4S bridges the gap between the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo. The Macan entry model introduces electric efficiency to Porsche's SUV world, powered by a 100 kWh high-voltage battery. A rear-axle motor delivers 250 kW (335hp), reaching a peak of 265 kW (355hp) with ...
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Polestar Concept BST Shines at Goodwood Festival of Speed Alongside Expanded Line-Up
Polestar is back at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, flaunting its expanded model line-up and new concept models like the Polestar Concept BST. The new Polestar 3 and 4 electric SUVs join the Polestar 2, but the true star of the show is the Polestar Concept BST, making its global debut. The Polestar 6 Concept, a sleek roadster, has also made its debut at the festival. Polestar's CEO, Thomas Ingenlath, added: “Now we ...
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Cycle & Carriage Unveils Singapore’s One-Stop Hub for Electric Commercial Vehicles
Cycle & Carriage Singapore (C&C) has launched an all-in-one hub for electric commercial vehicles (ECVs). Located on Level 1 of the revamped Ubi Service Centre at 330 Ubi Road 3, this 2,960 sqft hub is set to house an extensive range of ECVs alongside a dedicated ECV service centre. At today’s official opening ceremony, C&C also introduced the Maxus eDeliver 7, a fully electric light goods vehicle, adding to their already impressive ...
Read MoreSingapore’s upcoming World Aquatics Swimming World Cup in October is set to be a glamorous affair, thanks to a new partnership between Singapore Aquatics (SAQ) and Trans Eurokars - Mazda. At a signing ceremony held today at the Mazda showroom in Ubi, it was announced that Mazda will serve as SAQ’s Official Car Partner until 2026. Twenty-five Mazda vehicles, and a pair of MX-30s, will be dedicated to transporting athletes and ...
Read MoreIt’s a sad day for enthusiasts - Porsche's petrol-powered 718 Boxster and Cayman will bow out in 2025. We’ve all seen this coming, but now it’s official: the sun is setting on the petrol-powered Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman. Come mid-2025, these beloved mid-engined sports cars from Stuttgart will take their final bow. It’s no secret that Porsche has been working on a fully electric replacement for its entry-level sports car. The ...
Read MoreVolvo Cars Singapore is celebrating a surge in electric vehicle (EV) sales, which now make up 56% of their total car sales. This is an impressive jump from 40% in 2023, highlighting the increasing acceptance of EVs among Singaporean car owners. Additionally, Volvo Cars Singapore has achieved a commendable 36% year-on-year growth as of June 2024. A key player in this growth story is the high demand for the fully electric Volvo EX30. ...
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