Following the success of last year’s inaugural weekend, 2+1 Concepts is back with Sprint Fest 2024. What will ensue is a four-day, family-friendly motorsports extravaganza at Palawan Green, Sentosa. Spread across the consecutive weekends of 27-28 July and 3-4 August, this event promises even more thrills and excitement. Entry Is Free Arguably the best part is that entry to Sprint Fest is free! Of course, you’ll need to get yourself into Sentosa, but once ...
Read MoreThe new iteration of the Maserati GranTurismo has arrived in Singapore and is on display for the public to view. The GranTurismo balances the high performance of a sports car with the comfort needed for long-distance travel, and it will be available with both an internal combustion engine version (Modena) or an electric version (Folgore). The GranTurismo Modena, now available for order at SGD 688,800 (excluding COE), comes with a 5-year unlimited ...
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Porsche Thailand Introduces Regionally-assembled Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupé
Porsche Thailand has announced the launch of the Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupé, a variant crafted exclusively for Porsche enthusiasts in Thailand. This sporty SUV is the second model to be assembled in Malaysia and the first regionally assembled model to be exported to Thailand. This Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupé comes with an enhanced level of standard equipment, boasting numerous features beyond the base model imported from Europe. Additionally, Porsche has introduced a ...
Read MoreDon't worry, petrolheads. Porsche assures us that there will still be a range of powerful combustion and hybrid Cayenne models to choose from, but all fourth-generation models will have some form of electrification. "The Cayenne has always defined the sports car in its segment," says Oliver Blume, CEO of Porsche AG. "Mid-decade, the fourth generation will set new standards as an electric SUV." The current Porsche Cayenne, which recently received one of ...
Read MoreBMW Asia recently announced the arrival of the first-ever BMW i5 Touring in Singapore. Since its debut at the 1991 Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW 5 Series Touring has been synonymous with modern functionality. Now, this model enters a new era with its first all-electric variant. The all-new BMW i5 Touring, like its sedan counterpart, is built on a flexible drive architecture at the BMW Group plant in Dingolfing. Remarkably, only around ...
Read MoreVantage Automotive Limited (VAL) has recently opened its new BYD flagship showroom at 305 Alexandra Road, Singapore. As the authorised distributor of BYD in Singapore, VAL has created a new showroom that spans 10,386 square feet. The showroom’s layout integrates car display areas with a service centre, ensuring a comfortable experience for current and prospective customers. Mr Liu XueLiang, General Manager of BYD Asia Pacific Auto Sales Division, shared his excitement, “We have ...
Read MoreAion has recently announced the arrival of the Y Plus Premium, now available in Singapore. This latest variant of the Y Plus, which debuted earlier this year, brings intelligent driving features to the table. "Our commitment to bringing the latest in EV technology to Singapore is exemplified with the arrival of the Aion Y Plus Premium. This model enhances the driving experience with its innovative features and exceptional comfort," said Mr Ernest ...
Read MoreRace organiser Singapore GP Pte Ltd (SGP) is on track to halve its energy emissions from the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix by 2028. In the latest 2023 Impact Report, SGP announced a commendable 20.7% reduction in emissions from the 2022 baseline within a five-month reporting period, with total emissions amounting to 1880.80t (CO2e). This feat excludes freight, logistics, and travel by Formula 1 and its teams. Energy is the primary source ...
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Koenigsegg Gemera Becomes V8-Only Because Nobody Wants The 3-Cylinder Engine
You could never accuse Koenigsegg of lacking ambition. While the 3-cylinder engine in the Gemera is a masterpiece in engineering, most customers simply didn’t want it. When the Gemera was announced back in 2020, we were all amazed and slightly baffled by its engine. Called the ‘Tiny Friendly Giant’, it was a 2.0-litre, twin-turbocharged three-cylinder that, by itself, made around 600bhp. This engine would have been part of a roughly 1400bhp hybrid ...
Read MoreDrifting takes years of practice to master, but what if it can be done by a computer? Well, Toyota has a vision to prove otherwise. Toyota’s research and development wing, the Toyota Research Institute, has teamed up with Stanford University to outfit a pair of GR Supras with all the tech needed to not just drive, but drift autonomously. Yes, you read that right. These Supras aren’t your run-of-the-mill models. Upgraded to Formula Drift ...
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