The Renault Scenic has claimed the coveted title of Car of the Year 2024. This prestigious accolade was bestowed upon the innovative Scénic E-Tech electric variant. The announcement came during the Geneva International Motor Show, where the Scenic was celebrated as the victor with 329 points, besting six other formidable finalists. The victory marks Renault's seventh win of the Car of the Year award, with previous triumphs including iconic models such as ...
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This very special Rolls-Royce Arcadia Droptail is one of four variants of the Droptail series, and represents the coachbuilt expression of tranquility. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars recently unveiled the Arcadia Droptail at an exclusive event at Flower Field Hall in Gardens By the Bay, marking the first presentation of a coachbuilt Rolls-Royce in Asia. The Arcadia Droptail is the third variant in the Droptail series, following the La Rose Noire Droptail and the ...
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Slap an additional motor, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Inspiration adds another personality to its already sensible ensemble - unadulterated fun. Hyundai's electric era has taken the world by storm, epitomised by the trailblazing Ioniq 5. The harbinger of Hyundai's ambitious Ioniq lineup has now spun off into multiple variants, each promising to sprinkle electric magic for every demographic profile out there. Fans the world over have been raving about the Ioniq ...
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The Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe may be less practical than its SUV sibling, but it trades functionality for sportier styling and better handling. This is a Mercedes GLC but with a tapered roofline. We’re into second-generation territory now, and given that this particular SUV is one of the firm’s best sellers these days, a follow-up coupe-ified variant was inevitable. Its biggest rival is the BMW X4, but it also competes with the Audi ...
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Refresh brings a number of changes to the E-2008. Regular readers may remember that we tested the Peugeot e-2008 GT back in December 2022. Here we are in March 2024 with a Mid Cycle Action (MCA), or a refresh or facelift. The main reason behind this shorter-cycle refresh is as plain as the E-2008's face. Sporting Peugeot's new emblem, the new front end is now wider and includes a specific lateral pattern ...
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GetGo, and SBS Transit (SBST) have announced a new partnership to promote seamless and sustainable mobility solutions for a car-lite Singapore. Following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 26 February 2024, GetGo, and SBS Transit (SBST) have committed to a new partnership that promotes car-sharing, in a bid to better enhance first and last-mile connectivity to or from SBS Transit’s islandwide public transport network. SBS Transit (SBST) currently operates ...
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Skoda Singapore is having a Leap Year Sale on 29 February 2024. Grab those discounts while you can. 2024 is a leap year, and Skoda Singapore will be hosting a special Leap Year Sale, available on the exclusive day of 29 February 2024. During this 24-hour sale, customers are entitled to discounts on the brand's entire vehicle range. So, if you've always eyed that shiny new Skoda Octavia in the showroom ...
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Latest Prius now available for sale in Singapore. Since its debut in 1997, the Prius has been an emblem of hybrid innovation and efficiency. Toyota has steadily improved upon the original hybrid formula, resulting in what we see here - the fifth generation Prius. With the self-charging hybrid system, combined power output with the 1.8-litre naturally aspirated engine is 138hp, and the 0-100km/h sprint is dispatched in 9.3 seconds. Of course, what's ...
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We put the controversial next-gen IU through it paces. Here’s what you can expect…
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Porsche is expanding its Panamera model range with the 4 and 4S E-Hybrid variants. Let's start with the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. Porsche has combined a new plug-in hybrid system with a significantly revamped 2.9-litre V6 biturbo petrol engine that by itself puts down 304hp. Combined with the plug-in hybrid system, total output rises to 470hp and 650Nm of torque, enabling acceleration from 0-to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and a top ...
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Red light cameras will also be used to ensnare speeding motorists from Q2 2024 onwards. In case you didn't know, red light cameras (RLCs) at traffic light-controlled junctions in Singapore have an in-built speed-detection and enforcement function. This function has remained dormant until now. Also in case you didn't know, there are 242 RLCs dotted around our island. A full list of RLC locations can be found here. According to a press release by ...
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Julian Jenkins, former President of Aston Martin Lagonda in the Americas, will assume the new role at Rolls-Royce from 1st March 2024. Rolls-Royce has recently announced that Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer will be stepping down from his role as Director of Sales and Brand. He is being succeeded by Julian Jenkins from 1st March 2024. Wilhelmsmeyer started his director role at Rolls-Royce's Goodwood global headquarters in 2018, having previously been the marque's Regional Director ...
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Volvo states that it achieved substantial sales growth with EV models accounting for 40% of its total sales. Wearnes Automotive, the exclusive dealer for Volvo Cars Singapore, has recently announced that Volvo has seen a positive 20% year-over-year sales growth in 2023. The Swedish marque saw its XC40 Recharge EV crossover become its top-selling model for 2024; EV models comprised 40% of its total sales. 2024 is also the year a new ...
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EUR 10,000 donation to empower children and families through intervention work, care and mentoring. Life Community Services Society (LCSS), a Singapore-registered non-profit organisation that empowers children and families through intervention work, care and mentoring, will receive a donation of EUR 10,000 from the Karl-Monz-Foundation to support an estimated 280 children with academic support, meals, case management, activities, and workshops. “BMW Group Asia has been actively collaborating with LCSS since 2022 as part ...
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The Skoda Octavia Combi Sportline is everything you want and need simultaneously. The perfect winning formula. This is arguably the vehicular embodiment of sensibleness, and it happens to be one of Skoda’s best-sellers globally. The Octavia Combi, the station wagon family car you should buy instead of that SUV you’ve had shortlisted. Based on the latest version of Volkswagen’s MQB platform, it’s bigger than its predecessor and comes with more modern interior ...
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