The Volvo C40 Recharge is a new milestone for Volvo, marking the brand’s first model designed as an EV from the ground up. Volvo’s commitment toward full electrification by 2030 is well underway with the unveiling of the all-new C40 Recharge in Singapore this week. Aerodynamic, future-focused on the outside The all-new Volvo C40 Recharge has all of the benefits of a conventional Crossover but boasts a lower and sleeker design, promoting safety ...
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Cycle & Carriage recently unveiled the latest Kia Niro Hybrid. A complete makeover results in a host of new changes in design and materials that are at the forefront of sustainability. The previous Kia Niro Hybrid proved to be very popular among customers providing comfort, and space whilst enabling drivers to save big on fuel costs. It also proved to be a more entertaining drive than stalwart hybrid models such as ...
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Poised as the executive saloon of the Volkswagen lineup, the Arteon has received an update for the Singapore market. Volkswagen Singapore has just announced a new facelift update to the Arteon. The new model features updated styling, better creature comforts, and a new engine variant. Better still, one does not have to wait for an upcoming launch date, as the Arteon is available for purchase starting from today and will come ...
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Continental Automotive Singapore recently held its inaugural TechFest conference, signing 3 MoUs with local and global partners The collaborations aim at improving technology for the transport of goods and transforming the mobility experience, with each Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) leveraging Continental’s expertise and the technological competencies of the respective partners to accelerate new commercial solutions for mobility. TechFest included a showcase that demonstrated numerous new technological innovations developed by various companies. Additionally, ...
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Freed-om once again! We're pretty sure that most of us at one point or another have traveled in a Honda Freed courtesy of one of the ride-hailing apps here in Singapore. Now, the Freed is about to re-enter Kah Motor's model line-up alongside mainstay Honda models like the City, Civic and Jazz. Interesting point to note - the first-generation Freed, which was made in Indonesia, was officially imported by Kah Motor, but ...
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Unique colour and trim specials keep interest up as we await an all-new Mini generation If it feels to you like the current generation of Mini has been around forever, that’s because it pretty much has. First introduced in 2013 and having undergone two facelifts, its replacement isn’t due till late next year, which means its life cycle will be a decade old - well past the usual sell-by date (typically ...
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Local and regional start-ups are set to get a boost from co-pace, which opens up access to the resources of Continental and its connections with car manufacturers Start-ups from Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region can look forward to more help from Continental as well as Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG). The collaboration resulted in the launch of co-pace, a start-up organization of Continental which opened its Singapore office on 19 July 2022. The local ...
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Audi A3 is now available in Singapore with a smaller engine in both its body styles. Do you fancy an Audi A3 but are balking at the currently over-$100K Category B COE? Since being introduced to Singapore last year, the A3 has only been available with a 148hp 1.5-litre engine, and we liked it very much when we drove it. The problem is, COE prices have exploded since that review, and ...
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For the first time, BMW's entry-level SUV SAV will be available as a fully electric vehicle in the iX1. How does a claimed range of 413 - 438km sound? Rapid DC charging at up to 130kW? All wrapped up in a compact Sports Activity Vehicle or SAV package which is now roomier than its predecessor? For the first time in its history BMW will be offering its entry-level X1 as an ...
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For this latest iteration of the Mercedes Class, CLS can only stand for one thing — Clearly Looking Sharp. When Mercedes-Benz first shocked the world with it's then brand-new model called CLS back in 2004, many dismissed the "4-door coupe" styling as mere frivolity that would not stand the test of time. Here we are, then, in 2022 — nearly 20 years later, and the CLS is still with us. ...
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Singapore customers will be able to choose between two dealerships — Eurokars Auto and Performance Motors — where they can buy their BMW cars from 1 October 2022. BMW is set to expand its footprint in Singapore by appointing a second official dealer. Eurokars Auto Pte Ltd will join Performance Motors Ltd (PML), which has been the sole dealer for the German brand for more than 40 years. Any suggestion that the ...
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In response to sky-high COE premiums, BMW Asia has fitted the 2 Series Gran Coupe with a smaller engine, specially for Singapore. Skyrocketing Certificate of Entitlement (COE) prices made the headlines in Singapore recently, when they hit $99,999 in early April, the most expensive in over 27 years. Not only that, but the gulf between Cat A and Cat B COEs of nearly S$30,000 has proven infuriating for certain cars and ...
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3rd generation Qashqai brings more to the family. 'Qashqai' is a name familiar to most Singaporeans when talking about crossover SUVs. Now in its third generation from Nissan, official importer Tan Chong Motor Sales launched this Qashqai in Singapore on 14 April 2022. It comes with street cred right out of the box too. The Qashqai has already received two awards at The Motor Awards 2021 by News UK, picking up "The ...
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CARS, COFFEE, AND CONVERSATION WITH A SUSTAINABLE TWIST: Mercedes-Benz Concept Store Opens at Great World Singapore
Automotive giants Mercedes-Benz opens its first concept store in Singapore with sustainability at front and centre stage. Sustainability is one of the hottest topics in recent times, and while many conversations happen in isolation, oftentimes these discussions can be made even more meaningful in conducive environments. To that end, Mercedes-Benz, in partnership with authorised dealer Cycle & Carriage is curating an evolving space dedicated to fuelling dialogue on a more sustainable future. ...
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Prices for this SQ5 start from $398k if you feel the need for pace AND space. If you think that Audi's SQ7 jumbo SUV is too large on pace and in size, the compact Q3 is too small, and the Q5 Sportback is just right, but needs more power, then worry no more. Meet the SQ5 Sportback, newly launched, and available for the first time on our little red dot. Since we ...
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