COE prices show no signs of slowing down. Sheldon Trollope thinks reintroducing Q-plates could be a way to make car ownership more equitable for Singaporeans. Another COE bidding round, another record high. There seems to be no sign of Certificate Of Entitlement (COE) prices letting up. Even when the Land Transport Authority (LTA) increased the quota by 1,025 cars, it did little to curb the upward trend. Yesterday, COE premiums soared to ...
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Ford Ranger combines commercial commuting with premium features. First off, its full name is the Ford Ranger 2.0A Turbo 4X4 Double Cab. For brevity's sake, we'll just call it 'Ranger' from now on. Having ridden shotgun in a few pickups, this was my first foray into the premium side of things, not to mention driving one. Also, having seen how Americans enjoy snapping up the Ford F-150, and our Malaysian kinship the ...
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Fifth generation MINI features two EVs in Munich. Street go-karting is now going electric, thanks to a relentless push by MINI toward electrification of its entire model range. Two models, the Cooper and Countryman, were on display at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Munich. Let's start first with the Cooper, which is no longer an engine specification. Moving forwards, 'Cooper' will refer to all MINI three-door and five-door models as well ...
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Aptly named La Rose Noire and Amethyst, these special coachbuilt Droptails are truly elegant. Rolls-Royce constantly seeks to create personal and deeply meaningful luxury products that reflect the marque’s clients’ ambitions and personal codes of luxury. They are the definition of luxury after all. And Rolls-Royce’s unparalleled Bespoke capabilities is the true gem that enables clients to bring these desires to life through the commission of beautiful, handcrafted and truly individual Rolls-Royce ...
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The Audi Quattro Cup, the world’s largest amateur golf tournament series, concluded an exciting 15th edition in Singapore yesterday. Trevor Rosmarin and Dominic Stekly, the dynamic duo of the day, emerged as the undisputed champions in a showdown that saw 56 teams vying for glory on that pristine 18-hole battlefield. Now, let me set the scene for you. The sun hanging just right in the azure sky, the scent of freshly cut ...
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BMW and AirConsole recently debuted a special BMW i5 that featured AirConsole on the main show floor at Gamescom. Ever had a situation where you were in your car, and desperately had to play a video game? No? Well, BMW has got you covered anyway. Picture this: You're cruising in your BMW or MINI, and suddenly, you're not just driving; you're in the hot seat, ready to tackle trivia questions that could ...
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From 1st September 2023, Shell is launching a series of adorable Pokémon dehumidifier plushies. These Pokémon dehumidifier plushies will be released individually from 1st September, 2023 (details below). Each will be priced at S$18.90, and are redeemable via the Shell Asia app. The dehumidifier plushies not only look cute, but can be used inside vehicles to absorb moisture and prevent mildew, keeping your surroundings clean and fresh smelling. They can be placed ...
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The BYD Seal is set to launch in Singapore come 29 September 2023, and there will be a launch of the Seal at Changi Exhibition Centre. Vantage Automotive, the authorised distributor for BYD passenger vehicles in the sunny realm of Singapore, has just dropped a bombshell – the Seal is about to make a splash on September 29, 2023. Now, let's talk about this intriguing newcomer. The BYD Seal is an all-electric ...
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Passengers get to ride on Cloud 9 with the MIFA 9. The MAXUS MIFA 9 is SAIC Motor's first export model out of China. Interesting, then, that a seven-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) was chosen to represent the company's maiden overseas foray - probably due in no small part to the success of the likes of Toyota's upmarket Alphard and Velfire MPVs. There's only one realistic electric vehicle (EV) MPV competitor in Singapore's ...
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Oh, you want something that turns it up to eleven? Well, step right up to the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. This, my friends, is the latest and greatest 992 Porsche GT3 RS. It's not just inspired by motorsport; it's a full-blown race car that's been tamed just enough for those brave souls who want to experience it on both road and track. Well, relatively speaking, of course. And, as fate would have ...
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The Porsche 911 Sport Classic is one of those cars that just works. It’s absolutely perfect. It was just another day at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. I’ve flown in to cover the event and was given the esteemed opportunity to take out the Porsche 911 GTS, thanks to the folks at Porsche Singapore. Test drive over, I was buzzing with excitement. I mean, when else are you offered a chance to ...
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What happens when you have a lean, green, speedy machine like the Porsche 911 GTS on some picturesque UK backroads? You have fun of course. This is the one everyone says is the ‘best real-world 911’, right? But hey, let's not get too hung up on titles because when it comes to 911s, the gaps between them are tiny. They are narrow, but they do matter. So, what's the deal with the 911 ...
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EQS SUV launched at Crafted for the Future: The Mercedes-Benz Showcase at Raffles City Shopping Centre. 'Twas at Mercedes-Benz's pop-up space at #01-01 Raffles City Shopping Centre called Crafted for the Future: The Mercedes-Benz Showcase that the new EQS SUV was launched. This electric vehicle (EV) also sees the convergence of luxury, technology and sustainability. Visitors can experience the EQS SUV and check out the sustainability-focused installations composed of upcycled auto ...
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Headed to the town area during the Formula One race weekend? Here's some useful road information on the various road closures in effect. Headed to the Singapore Grand Prix this year, or just want to pop into town to do some weekend shopping? As with all previous years, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced a series of road closures to prepare for the race weekend. Our race is, after all, ...
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The new Hyundai Ioniq 6 takes all of the good points from the Ioniq 5, resulting in an even more impressive offering. (Article updated 25 October 2023) Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is one of the defining cars of the past few years - a vehicle with a polarising bold design and tech to boot, marking the Korean automaker’s emergence as a real dominant superpower, particularly in the electric vehicle segment. Now the company ...
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