The BMW S 1000 XR model gets more power, and improved ergonomics, while the new M 1000 XR expands on performance. BMW Motorrad just dropped a bombshell - the 2024 S 1000 XR and the all-new M 1000 XR. Let's break it down and see what the fuss is all about. First in the spotlight is the 2024 BMW S 1000 XR. This bad boy is packing more punch than its predecessor. ...
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Revolutionizing the Steel Horizon: Porsche and its Green Pact with H2 Green Steel. In the ever-evolving saga of automotive engineering, Porsche AG and the forward-thinking minds at H2 Green Steel have etched a groundbreaking chapter. This isn't just a pact; it's a shift to the steel that courses through the veins of our beloved Porsches. Think of it as German mechanical engineering casting a wizard's spell on a Porsche, while H2 Green ...
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With premium hybrid SUVs, the sky's the limit - anything goes! How Does ACOTY Define This Class? The world of Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) has proliferated into the upper echelons. SUVs that qualify for this category need to sit in the upper price-percentile tiers and be fitted with hybrid drivetrains. Meet The Contenders Money not an object and a desire to go green without switching to a fully electric vehicle? Here are the three ...
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The EQE SUV range starts with the EQE 300, and AMG variants are due to arrive later. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV was launched in Singapore on Tuesday, 14 November 2023. Featuring a more compact 3030mm length than its EQS SUV sibling and a wheelbase that's 90mm shorter, the EQE SUV is perfectly positioned to be daily driven on our urban streets. "As we work towards being ready to go all-electric in Singapore ...
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The Volkswagen Golf R is about as sensible an all-rounder as a 315bhp hot hatch can be, and that’s why it’s absolutely awesome. Some cars are just meant to get you from point A to B, but a truly exceptional car is the one that makes you want to hit the road again as soon as you arrive. Enter the Volkswagen Golf R – a beast propelled by a 315-hp turbocharged ...
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19 Polestar 2 cars will join the ranks of the Singapore Traffic Police and patrol the roads of Singapore come 2024. Imagine the hum of the expressway without the roar of engines, as a fleet of 19 swift and exhaust-free Polestar 2 saloons don the cape of Singapore's Traffic Police from 2024. You’ll start to see them on the roads soon (hopefully not giving chase to you), as Polestar won the ...
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BMW's bread and butter 3 Series has undergone a facelift or an LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) update in BMW-speak. Here, we test the handsome and capable entry-level 318i M-Sport and tell you what's new and what's not. Let's cut to the chase. The grill and headlights are the most obvious edits to the front end. The headlamps are now less fussy and sport a cleaner rectangular shape that connects to the ...
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56-year-old Mr Chan Kok Seng walked away not just with sore feet but with the keys to a brand-new Nissan Kicks e-Power from the Tan Chong Car Challenge. The Tan Chong Car Challenge, previously known as the Subaru Car Challenge, is something most Singaporeans know about growing up. It’s a marathon of willpower, grit, and, let's be honest, a dash of crazy. Mr Chan Kok Seng, a 56-year-old who was the ...
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Starting from December 1st, The Bus Collective has unveiled Changi Village's newest quirkiest staycation haven. The hospitality scene just got an upgrade with The Bus Collective - a resort hotel that's turning heads and wheels in Changi. Picture this: luxury suites crafted from the bones of retired public buses. Yes, you heard that right, and no, it's not an automobile graveyard; it's the freshest staycation haven in town. Staying at The Bus ...
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Mini is bidding a solemn farewell to the Clubman with the Final Edition. Get yours now before it’s gone. The iconic Mini Clubman is taking its final bow, and it’s going out in style. Mini, in its characteristic charm, is bidding farewell with the launch of the Clubman Final Edition – a limited run of just 1,969 units worldwide. And yes, you guessed it right, that number is a nod to ...
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Incredible demand meant that early-bird tickets had all been sold out for the 2024 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. Early Bird tickets for the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024 have zoomed out the gate faster than Max Verstappen on a hot lap. The race promoter, Singapore GP Pte Ltd, wasn't expecting this kind of pedal-to-the-metal enthusiasm, so they're shifting gears and kicked off regular ticket sales on November 1, ...
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The R 18 B sure knows how to charm its way into one's heart despite its size. Coming away from my first cruiser experience recently, I was keen to have a go at BMW Motorrad's offering. The time came to meet the bike, and my initial internal reaction was, "ohhhh.... s**t..." Then the sweats started. Although having been informed ahead of time that the R 18 B would be the bike on ...
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Two hot stationwagons/estates go head-to-head for the title of Best Performance Wagon. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Stationwagons or estates that qualify for this category need to be sold with Category B COEs. They also need to be hot, performance versions of their tame, mainstream siblings. Pretty straightforward. Meet The Contenders Representing Germany, we have the BMW M3 Touring. Hailing from the Czech Republic is the Škoda Octavia Combi RS 2.0 TSi. The BMW ...
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Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has reached a cumulative global production total of 300 million cars, a staggering amount and a testament to just how many cars they have made. Some stories in the automotive world are like fine wine; they get better with age. Today, we're uncorking one of those classics - a tale that spans 88 years, two months, and an incredible 300 million cars. Toyota has had an astounding ...
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A roundup of the best Cat B Hybrid raises some philosophical questions. We live in interesting times. More than once during the voting process, certain cars have challenged the definitions of how cars are classified. Perhaps none were more contentious than the winner of this group. On the face of it, the two cars in this group as clearly recognisable as Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs). Also, this year, they all happened ...
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