Higher-riding Century brings Japanese-style chauffeured luxury to captains of industry. Back in the 1960s, Toyota was looking to break the domination of Western luxury brands in the Japanese domestic chauffeur-driven car market. The Century was the result in 1967, and has been favoured by captains of industry in the Land of the Rising Sun ever since, powered initially by a V8, then a V12 for the second generation, and a hybrid ...
Read MoreThrow an eye-catching splash of colour onto your Yaris Cross Hybrid. In case you hadn't noticed by now, this Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid is pink. BRIGHT pink. I don't care that the colour is actually called Cherry Blossom. To my eyes, it's Steven Tyler-satiating PINK. A number of female friends in a Telegram group chat decided to tease heavily when a picture of this compact crossover was sent over, with one ...
Read MoreThis concept is a "Rolling Lab" featuring unique hydrogen fuel cell electric hybrid technology. And so we come to the N Vision 74 Concept, inspired by its spiritual father the Pony Coupe Concept from 1974. No prizes for guessing why the number 74 exists in its name. First unveiled in 2022, the N Vision 74 Concept is a hydrogen fuel cell hybrid. Hyundai calls it a "Rolling Lab" because this concept ...
Read MoreMercedes-Benz’s best-selling SUV model, the all-new GLC, has an all-new look, arriving in Singapore in two electrifying variants. Mercedes-Benz has officially launched the all-new GLC SUV in Singapore. According to the German automaker, this is their best-selling SUV, and this new iteration promises added functionality and better styling. Electrifying In Singapore, the all-new GLC will come in two variants - the GLC300 and GLC300e. The former is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre in-line ...
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Add A Splash Of Colour To Your New Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid With The Urban Palette Collection
Toyota Singapore recently announced the release of 8 new exclusive colours for the Yaris Cross Hybrid, in a new Urban Palette Collection. According to Toyota, the Yaris Cross Urban Palette Collection draws inspiration from the energy and vibrancy of urban environments, with each colour featured in the series reflecting the uniqueness and personality of city life. A total of 8 bright and bold colours are now available to prospective customers, and ...
Read MoreRaised proportions and a functional demeanour make the Crosstar a viable proposition for prospective buyers. The Honda Jazz (or Fit if you parallel imported yours) has cemented its place early on as being the cheap and cheerful hatchback which could do it all. You had the standard variant for daily commuting, hybrid versions for added fuel efficiency, and even RS models for those who wanted a bit more fun and a ...
Read MoreIs the Corolla Cross a shot of innovation or JUST another "for-the-sake-of" SUV/crossover? When the Corolla Cross was first launched in Southeast Asia in 2020, Toyota's perceived "slapping of the revered 'Corolla' badge" on the boot lid of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) / crossover made me cross and take an instant dislike to this vehicle. Having grown up with the likes of the KE70 rear-wheel drive Corolla (affectionately known as ...
Read MoreToyota recently announced that it will commence sales of all-new Prius Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) models on March 15. Developed under the "Hybrid Reborn" concept, the new Prius has wowed worldwide audiences with its stylish looks and impressive specs, all while being environmentally friendly. Prius HEV models are already on the roads in Japan, and they are already turning heads. Now, Toyota is going to offer a new PHEV variant, aptly termed the ...
Read MoreThe Honda Jazz has recently gotten a new facelift, hitting our shores with new looks and a hybrid drivetrain. Oh, and there’s a new crossover Crosstar variant too. Kah Motor, Singapore’s authorised distributor for Honda, has recently launched the updated Honda Jazz. This popular hatchback now includes a hybrid drivetrain, where a 105bhp 1.5-litre engine will work in tandem with two electric motors. Total output is now rated at 121bhp, and this ...
Read MoreIf you were looking for something that is extremely fuel efficient yet impresses on all fronts, look no further than the Kia Niro Hybrid. If you ask someone on the street what is a Kia Niro, chances are the replies you get are of the same tune as “efficient”, “family car” or maybe even “boring”. And that was something the Niro Hybrid couldn’t escape from, being relegated to the echelon of ...
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