Ferrari has always had a way with convertibles, but it has been a long time since it last produced a front-engined Spider. Not since the legendary 365 GTS4 (better known as the Daytona) back in 1969 has Maranello given us a proper soft-top grand tourer with its engine up front. The Roma Spider, then, has some mighty shoes to fill. Of course, Ferrari’s naming conventions are as cryptic as ever. What exactly ...
Read MoreIf you've been paying attention to Singapore’s automotive landscape lately, you'll know that the electric vehicle (EV) market has grown into a full-blown battle royale. Carmakers from every corner of the globe are jostling to win your attention (and your dollars), and among them, few have been quite as ambitious as BYD. Their latest entrant, the M6 MPV, demonstrates exactly why they’re turning heads, and not just because it’s incredibly good value. The ...
Read MoreThe Jaecoo J6 is a new off-road challenger from the east, and it packs a serious punch. The rapid rise of Chinese automakers has been unsettling legacy car brands for a while now, but if there is one vehicle that should really be making product planners in the US, Germany, Japan, and Korea sit up in alarm, it is the Jaecoo J6. The sheer speed at which Chery Automobile Co. Ltd. has ...
Read MoreThe fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson has been given a mid-life refresh, and it's packing some serious heat. Hyundai’s design renaissance is in full swing, and the Tucson is a prime example. It was already one of the boldest-looking family SUVs around, and the facelift keeps that edge sharp while refining what matters inside. The first-generation model from 2004 was quirky and functional, while the next two generations played it safe, blending in rather ...
Read MoreThere are certain cars that become so familiar, so universally accepted, that their presence is almost taken for granted. The Honda Freed is one of them. If you do not drive one, your neighbour probably does. Or you probably sat in one the last time you booked a Grab ride. The Freed’s appeal has always been remarkably straightforward. It is compact, efficient, ridiculously practical, and does not try to be anything it ...
Read MoreThe Skoda Octavia Combi is one of those cars that quietly gets everything right. It is practical, comfortable, economical, and comes without the unnecessary fanfare of an SUV. Yet, despite its rational appeal, it has always been somewhat underappreciated. That is, until you step inside one, drive it for a while, and suddenly realise why it is so well-loved by those in the know. Now, with a new facelift, Skoda has refined an ...
Read MoreIf there is a car that exemplifies the sweet spot between reliability, comfort, and everyday practicality, it is the Honda Accord. It has been around for decades, quietly excelling at its job. Think of it as the automotive equivalent of a tailored suit. It fits just right, carries itself with confidence, and always delivers exactly what you need. The 11th-generation Accord follows this same philosophy, but with a sharper focus on technology, ...
Read MoreIf you have ever dreamed of owning something close to an Evo, but your life now demands something a little more polished, then the Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S might just be the car for you. Hear me out. Of course, it is not actually an Evo, but the DNA is there. A small four-door saloon? Check. A turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder that punches well above its weight? Check. A sophisticated all-wheel-drive system with a ...
Read MoreThe MINI Aceman is the latest addition to the British marque’s lineup, slotting neatly between the Cooper and the Countryman. With the Countryman now taking on a more traditional SUV role, the Aceman arrives as the “replacement” for the Clubman. This is a compact electric crossover that aims to give MINI fans a bit more space, practicality, and five-door convenience. How New Is It, Really? While the Aceman is a fresh nameplate in MINI’s ...
Read MoreThe Dongfeng Box (also known as the Nammi 01) makes a compelling case for practical and affordable urban mobility. With its approachable price point (as far as COE prices are concerned), surprisingly impressive range for its battery capacity, and other modern features, this five-door hatchback does reshape perceptions of entry-level EVs in our local automotive landscape. It’s got a future-focused foundation Built upon Dongfeng’s Quantum Architecture Platform 3, the Box is designed with ...
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