The Singapore Motorshow 2025 is set to take place from 9 to 12 January at the Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s motorshow welcomes new participants such as Deepal, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Jaecoo, Neta, and Zeekr, alongside established names including Audi, BMW, Hyundai and Toyota. In total, you can expect 31 brands at the venue. The motorshow also serves as a platform for the unveiling of some of the automotive industry’s newly ...
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AutoTalk – A Conversation With Steve Eum, Vice President of Design at Chery Automobile
With over 25 years of experience, Steve Eum has made many a contribution in reshaping how we view automotive design. Now serving as Vice President and General Manager of Design at Chery Automobile Co. Ltd, he’s at the helm of a brand that’s rapidly evolving from a regional contender to a global innovator. Our conversation with Mr Eum delved into his career, Chery’s remarkable growth, and the company’s plans for electrifying the ...
Read MorePremium Automobiles has added yet another feather to its cap by welcoming DEEPAL, Changan Automobile’s premium electric vehicle (EV) brand, to Singapore. This marks Changan Automobile’s first foray into the local market. The flagship S07, a sleek, all-electric mid-sized SUV, is set to debut at the Singapore Motorshow 2025. With a legacy spanning over 40 years in automotive innovation, Changan Automobile has established DEEPAL in 2022. Hadi Widjaja Tanaga, President of Premium Automobiles ...
Read MoreAs many of you loyal readers know, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 clinched the coveted AutoApp Car of the Year 2025 award. And for good reason! It’s a car that continues to impress us at every turn—literally. From its spacious interior to its smooth ride quality, ample power, and range that can easily get you to Kuala Lumpur without a mid-journey recharge, it’s a true game-changer for EVs in Singapore. But what’s ...
Read MoreThe new electric Porsche Macan Turbo is a ferocious piece of engineering. I was recently in Thailand to attend Das Treffen 9, and Porsche Thailand has very kindly provided me a car to get around Bangkok. To my delight, they tossed me the keys to the new electric Macan Turbo. Having driven The Macan 4 earlier this year, I was eager to have a go in the torque monster. Power Unleashed Let’s start with ...
Read MoreEach December, Porsche enthusiasts from across Southeast Asia make a pilgrimage to the ultimate celebration of all things Porsche: Das Treffen 9. The ninth instalment of this iconic event, held on 17 December 2024, turned Impact Speedway into a dazzling showcase of automotive passion. This year’s theme, “Limited Edition,” encapsulated the exclusivity and individuality that defines Porsche ownership. A Gathering of Kindred Spirits Upon arrival, one could immediately sense the electric atmosphere. Hundreds of ...
Read MoreThe middle-of-the-pack BMW i4 eDrive35 is arguably the best i4 to buy on the market. While it’s easy to mistake it for a 4 Series Gran Coupe with a battery, the i4 is so much more than a mere EV conversion. Beneath its sleek silhouette lies a purpose-built electric platform that stakes its claim as a true driver’s car. Does It Drive Like A BMW? BMW went back to the drawing board for the ...
Read MoreThe Polestar 3 is the long-awaited practical sibling that completes the Scandinavian lineup. When Polestar first made headlines, it was as Volvo’s hip, younger cousin, complete with funky designs and a conscience for sustainability. Now, with the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4, the brand has taken a bold step into the world of full-size electric SUVs, but in typical Scandinavian style, it’s done so with restraint and elegance. Subtle But Striking At first glance, ...
Read MoreIt’s not every day that you get a chance to bring a dormant legend back to life, but that's what happened with the Porsche LMP 2000. But at Weissach, Porsche’s iconic Development Centre, the LMP 2000, a car that once held the promise of dominating Le Mans, has roared back into existence. Designed for the LMP900 Le Mans prototype class, the LMP 2000 was all set to revolutionise endurance racing in the ...
Read MoreŠkoda Singapore has unveiled the Enyaq Sportline, a new addition to its electric SUV lineup. Built on the Volkswagen Group's innovative MEB platform, this SUV combines practicality, sustainability, and head-turning design. The Enyaq Sportline impresses with a range of up to 565 kilometres (WLTP) on a single charge. Its rapid charging capabilities are equally noteworthy, taking the battery from 10% to 80% in 28 minutes. Under the hood lies an electric motor delivering ...
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