The new Mercedes-Benz GLA gets a new front and an updated MBUX system that gets newly designed display styles. Ladies and gentlemen, it's time to roll out the red carpet for the revamped Mercedes-Benz GLA. Singapore is in for a treat as this premium crossover graces our roads with its presence. Let's start with the looks, shall we? The GLA struts its stuff with a brand new front grille, trading the old ...
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Singapore's ERP Evolution: the controversial On-Board Unit (OBU) has finally debuted. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) just announced that they are rolling out the new On-Board Unit (OBU), the brainchild of ERP 2.0. This little (is it really little though?) is set to transform the way we handle road charges. Here's the scoop on this new tech. The IU, faithful companion for 25 long years, is now making way for ...
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The Four-Seat, Four-Door Ferrari Purosangue is a stunning-looking thing, and upholds the honour of the sacred Pracing Horse badge well. The Ferrari Purosangue is a thoroughbred on steroids. No seriously, the name Purosangue quite fittingly translates to 'thoroughbred' in English, and it comes from a name that practically defines the epitome of automotive excellence. This is where elegance meets power, and let me tell you, it's a showstopper. The Purosangue is not your ...
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MoUs were signed between Continental, NTU and Volkswagen, which will see new research that accelerates Singapore's leap into future mobility. Singapore is gearing up to be the next big thing in the realm of future mobility. We had Hyundai set up shop with its Innovation Centre, Volvo planted a tech hub flag, and now, Volkswagen and Continental are joining the party, hand in hand with Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Their mission? To ...
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Bikes to be ogled at and deals to be made at National Bikers Weekend. National Bikers Weekend is back for 2023 from 10.30AM to 9.30PM Friday 13 October to Sunday 15 October at D'Marquee @ Downtown East and admission is free! Here's what we saw during our walk-around. From the Royal Enfield Scram 411 to CFMoto MT and CL-X bikes, the carpark tentage is a good place to get an idea of ...
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The Mercedes-Benz GLE is here for your family's long distance journeys. With 48-volt mild hybrid technology and 4MATIC all-wheel drive, Mercedes-Benz has launched the refreshed GLE SUV in Singapore, with the Coupe to follow soon. Right off the bat, the GLE 450 4MATIC AMG Line SUV will be available from $577,888 with COE (price accurate at the time of article), with the AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ in both SUV and Coupe guise ...
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The new Subaru Crosstrek is now Subaru's entry-level model and coming with a new hybrid engine. Hold on, didn't we already know this SUV as the XV? So, here's the deal. Subaru decided to unleash the Crosstrek nameplate here in Singapore, a moniker previously reserved for our friends in North America. This isn't just a subtle name change either; it's a whole new personality. First things first, let's talk looks. The Crosstrek has ...
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The new Porsche Cayenne debuts with a new digitised cockpit, a new chassis system and innovative high-tech features. This isn't your run-of-the-mill refresh; as Michael Schatzle, Vice President of the Cayenne product line at Porsche, puts it, "It's one of the most extensive product upgrades in the history of Porsche." Now, at first glance, you might think, "Hold on, this looks just like the old Cayenne!" But here's the thing: let's zoom ...
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This is the first time the seven-seater Lexus LM is available in Singapore. On Friday 6 October 2023, the new Lexus LM was launched at the Lexus Boutique at 33 Leng Kee Road. Also newly introduced was the Lexus VIP Lounge. Ng Khee Siong, Interim Managing Director of Inchcape Singapore, said, "From the very onset, the Inchcape Singapore team has been wholeheartedly dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for all our valued customers." "This ...
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The new Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe now comes with either a 2.0-litre mild-hybrid engine or a plug-in hybrid. Mercedes-Benz is shaking things up in Singapore with the arrival of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe. This new model made its entrance at Vivocity on September 30, 2023. So, what's the deal with this GLC Coupe? Well, it's rolling onto the scene in the 'AMG-Line' trim, and it's got some style to boot. 20-inch light ...
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A closed-door media preview event at the Changi Exhibition Centre enabled the BYD Seal to showcase its prowess. The sun rose over the Changi Exhibition Centre in Singapore on a crisp September morning. The air is filled with anticipation as BYD Singapore extended an exclusive invitation to the media for a rendezvous with their latest marvel, the BYD Seal electric sedan. BYD didn't just want you to know about their new addition; ...
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Roadster M 1000 R and racing-homologated M 1000 RR superbike are now yours for the taking - if you dare. On 23rd September 2003, BMW Motorrad launched the M 1000 R roadster and M 1000 RR racing-homologated superbike at Handlebar at Gillman Barracks. Folks, this was a sight to behold, with many bike enthusiasts, including those from the BMW bike community, turning up to grace the event. Let's start first with the ...
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Driving excellence to new heights with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Singapore. At the prestigious annual World Dealer Awards, set in the picturesque Napa Valley of California, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Singapore clinched a prestigious title - Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Regional Dealer of the Year for Asia-Pacific. The honour was bestowed upon them by Henrik Wilhelmsmeyer, Director of Sales and Brand, and Irene Nikkein, Regional Director, Asia-Pacific, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, during a splendid mix ...
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Ms. Claudia Wieshuber is poised to take over as Director of Marketing at BMW Asia. BMW Group Asia has just announced that Ms Claudia Wieshuber will take the helm as the Director of Marketing for BMW Asia starting October 1, 2023. Before this exciting new chapter, she spent the past 7 years orchestrating BMW's Communication Strategy for the Luxury Class from the brand's headquarters in Munich. In the words of Mr. Lars ...
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The all-new BMW 5 Series has just made its grand entrance into the Lion City. It's not just your run-of-the-mill 5 Series; it's got a twist that's electrifying the Singaporean automotive scene. First things first, let's talk numbers. The starting price for the 520i, the base model, kicks off at S$385,888 with COE. And, for the first time ever, BMW is offering the 5 Series in a full-electric i5 eDrive40 variant. This ...
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