Maserati's strategic plan is also focused on bold electrification and sustainable growth. Maserati is the first Italian luxury brand to develop and produce all-electric vehicles. By extension, it is also driving through a sustainable long-term profitable growth plan focused on consistent brand and product evolution. The Maserati range is 100% designed, developed, and manufactured in Italy, serving more than 70 countries around the world with an 86% export rate; Modena continues ...
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Range-testing was done with four pre-series Taycan models between Los Angeles and San Diego. In the last article, we took a look at how Porsche put its pre-series Taycan through gruelling and rigorous tests in different climatic conditions. Thing is, they weren't done yet. During an initial range test from Los Angeles to San Diego and back, pre-series models demonstrated their further improved efficiency. The all-electric sports cars covered up to 587 ...
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Life Cycle Impulse (LCI) brings some refreshes to the G22 and G23 4 Series. The G22 and G23 BMW 4 Series coupe and convertible respectively have gotten a mid-cycle refresh, or Life Cycle Impulse in BMW-speak. Market launch is expected to be in March 2024. Both coupe and convertible receive slim LED headlights, and the large kidney grille continues its appearance here. The headlights themselves are visually and functionally upgraded. The side ...
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Rolls-Royce rolls out their artisanry to celebrate Chinese culture worldwide. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presented four magnificent ‘Year of the Dragon’ Bespoke commissions to mark the Lunar New Year, which begins on 10 February 2024. Designed and hand-crafted at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood, these Bespoke creations - three Phantom Extended models and one Cullinan - are a celebration of Chinese culture through Bespoke artistry. The dragon is an enduring and international symbol ...
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The BRZ is Subaru's answer to a rear-wheel driven coupe, built for that pure handling experience. First, some context. Sean and I previously had an agreement in that he would test the ZN8 Toyota GR86 and I would review the ZD8 Subaru BRZ. As we drew closer to the review date, and during the photoshoot of Subaru's excellent WRX Wagon, word came through that the BRZ on test would be DUN ...
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The Velar nicely plugs a gap in the Range Rover… erm, range, whilst not skimping on luxury we’ve come to know and love. The Range Rover Velar by most standards is a large luxury SUV. But, it’s pretty hard to stand out in a family of large luxury SUVs - cue the Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and even the Defender and Discovery offerings from Land Rover. The Evoque has form factor ...
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This bonkers EV will be launched this year, and Hyundai is planning to extend the kit for use on other future N products. If the Ioniq 5 N wasn’t crazy enough for you, the engineers at Hyundai have heard your plea, and have now introduced the Ioniq 5 N NPX1. Debuting at the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon, it's a transformation that turns the Ioniq 5 N into a tech marvel straight ...
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The Subaru WRX Wagon is a safe and competent family hauler with surefooted handling abilities. Subaru. Scooby. WRX. Rexy. Rex. W. Mmmmmm... Memories... In case you didn't know, WRX stands for World Rally eXperimental. Back in the day when Subaru was competing in rallies, it was using the Legacy platform with a turbo engine and all-wheel drive. However, Subaru knew that a vehicle with a shorter wheelbase would be needed, and set ...
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Final intensive testing for the new Taycan before its spring 2024 market release. Following early computer simulations and extensive validations on test benches, the updated Taycan is now undergoing the final stages of real testing on handling circuits and public roads. “Faster, higher, further – we have improved the new Taycan in practically every discipline compared to its predecessor”, said Model Line Vice President Kevin Giek. “And because the changes are so ...
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Hyundai Motor and Kia will link Samsung’s ‘SmartThings’ IoT (Internet of Things) platform to their connected car services. Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation signed an agreement on 3 January 2024 with Samsung Electronics for a Car-to-Home and Home-to-Car service partnership, aiming to enhance the connectivity between residential and mobility spaces. Under this agreement, Hyundai and Kia customers will be able to control digital appliances via touch and voice remote commands ...
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The first phase of the Woodlands Checkpoint expansion is to be completed by 2032, and the work will not disrupt operations at the checkpoint. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has unveiled plans to expand the Woodlands Checkpoint, transforming it into a mammoth facility five times its current size. Set to commence in 2025, the first phase will see extensions at the Old Woodlands Town Centre and Bukit Timah Expressway, with ...
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Appointments put Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) in strong stead for accelerated progress as smart urban mobility hub. HMGICS announced new management appointments as its next step for accelerated progress as a smart urban mobility hub on 10 January 2024. These changes across the manufacturing and sales innovation divisions have come into effect from 1 January 2024. CEO Dr Park Hyun Sung has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of HMGICS. He ...
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New Street Glide, Road Glide and CVO Harley-Davidson models for 2024 now available through dealerships worldwide. You'd probably have seen our Harley-Davidson (H-D) article from last week, and this is the continuation. On 24 January 2024, four new motorcycle models were revealed. “These exciting new models represent a new era for Harley-Davidson, elevating every aspect of performance, technology, comfort, and style,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson. “Without question, ...
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Arguably, the BMW X5 has been the leading choice in the premium SUV market for many years. But does it still cross the boxes buyers want in a luxury 4WD vehicle? As a previous X5 owner, I've loved all the generations of BMW's beloved SUV. Powerful, roomy, stylish, yet muscular - the X5 possesses everything you would want in an SUV. But as SUVs become more popular, and many brands take the ...
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The all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class has just been launched, and customers will be able to choose three different trim variants - Avantgarde, Exclusive, and AMG Line. Mercedes-Benz Singapore has just unveiled the latest E-Class Saloon, a nameplate that marries elegance with cutting-edge technology and safety. Taking cues from its regal sibling, the S-Class flagship, this new incarnation is bigger and bolder than its predecessors. Three different trim variants are available at launch - ...
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