Believe it or not, North Korea actually has an automotive industry, and it seems to be rebadging cars from BYD. Yes, you heard right. The hermit kingdom, not wanting to be left in the dust by its southern counterpart, boasts its own automotive industry. Well, sort of. We're talking about Chinese-sourced BYD cars with North Korean badges slapped on. But hey, better than nothing. Recently, North Korea has been making some interesting moves in ...
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The new BMW R 12 nineT and R 12 is a classic roadster for both dynamic and relaxed riding. BMW Motorrad has recently previewed the new R 12 NineT and R 12 models in Singapore. These bikes bring together the best of classic design and modern technology. Since the launch of the R NineT in 2013, BMW has not only given us a classic-style roadster but a whole family of bikes that ...
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The BMW M5 still retains its V8, but it is now paired with an electric motor to give 717bhp and 1,000Nm of torque. BMW has just unveiled the new M5. The V8 lives on, but it is now coupled to a new hybrid system; 577bhp 4.4-litre from the V8, 194bhp from the electric motor. Combined, the M5 can churn out a staggering 717bhp and an eye-watering 1,000Nm of torque. But, because of the ...
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So that’s where the V16 engine ended up - the new Bugatti Tourbillon, and it comes with 1,775bhp. Bugatti has just revealed the 1,775bhp Tourbillon. It's been 20 years since the Veyron made its debut, and Bugatti is now ushering in a new era with the Tourbillon, their latest hypercar. While it may share some visual cues with the Chiron, this sports an entirely new powertrain and platform. The heart of the Tourbillon ...
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The Honda City is still economical underneath, but gets updated looks and more modern infotainment. Kah Motor has just rolled out the updated Honda City here in Singapore. It’s still the sedan we know and love, but with a few tweaks that make it more appealing. The Honda City continues to be available in two variants: 'SV' and 'RS'. Both come with a redesigned front grille and a new front bumper. The ...
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The BMW X3 lineup has been updated, and it comes with new looks and an updated Operating System 9. BMW has just unveiled the fourth-generation X3. With a refined exterior and a host of upgrades, this new X3 is ready to turn heads and take on the competition. The new X3 measures 4,755mm in length, 1,920mm in width, and 1,660mm in height. Translated, it's 34mm longer, 29mm wider, and most crucially, 25mm ...
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MINI Cooper 5 Door launch comes on the heels of the 3 Door launch. It wasn't too long ago that the F66 MINI Cooper 3 Door was launched. Now we have its F65 MINI Cooper 5 Door joining the ranks with internal combustion engines. As with the F66, the F65 will see the standard Cooper designated with a ‘C’, and the performance variant with an ‘S.’ The 5 Door C features an ...
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Three new partnerships were announced by Bentley Environmental Foundation in conjunction with its first-anniversary celebration. The Bentley Environmental Foundation celebrated its first anniversary with the announcement of three new partnerships. The latest group of organisations, to join the Foundation, namely Hubbub, Forum for the Future and Renewable World, takes the total number of partners to ten in just 12 months, further reflecting Bentley’s ongoing ambitions to help preserve and regenerate the ...
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The all-new Hyundai Santa Fe is currently Singapore’s only turbocharged-hybrid 7-Seater SUV. Komoco Motors has just launched the much-anticipated fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe in Singapore. With two trims to choose from - the TurboHybrid and the TurboHybrid Calligraphy - there’s a lot to get excited about. The new Santa Fe makes a striking first impression with its urban-friendly appearance, practically begging you to take it on an adventure. With a longer wheelbase and a ...
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Quickest LCI or mid-cycle refresh for the BMW M2. Seems like it was just yesterday that we reviewed the G87-generation hip-to-be-square BMW M2. Actually, it kinda was. And here we are with the LCI G87 BMW M2, the quickest LCI that we know of for a BMW. The worldwide launch is scheduled for August 2024, and the M2 LCI will be built alongside the LCI 2 Series Coupe at the BMW ...
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First introduced in 2021, the G42 2 Series Coupe receives a mid-cycle refresh. Life Cycle Impulse or LCI is BMW-speak for mid-cycle refresh or facelift. That's what's happened here with the G42 BMW 2 Series Coupe, set for market launch in August 2024. Five engine variants will be available from launch, with Singapore specifications yet to be confirmed. The 218i, 220i and 230i coupes all sport two-litre inline four-cylinder turbocharged engines with 156hp ...
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Mission: Electric is an exhilarating cross-island EV driving adventure. Mercedes-Benz has announced Mission: Electric to showcase the Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles (EVs) experience. Participants can sign up for Mission: Electric at the following registration link. Participants can register a team of up to four persons and will have the unique opportunity to test drive a range of Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles. These include the recently launched EQA and EQB, the EQE and EQS saloon ...
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Audi Singapore has just launched the new Audi Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron. The reveal was at Audi's chic pop-up boutique at ION Orchard, which is open to the public from 19 June to 7 July 2024. If you're in the area, why not swing by and get a firsthand look? The Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron come in two flavours - Advanced and Edition 1. The latter packs in ...
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Held on 15 June 2024, this Porsche Singapore event was a celebration of the Porsche racing spirit, camaraderie, and a bit of friendly competition. The 960-metre-long KF1 Kranji circuit, designed by Hermann Tilke, transformed into a battlefield of endurance on 15 June 2024. Media folks and influencers were grouped into teams of three, stepping into a 144-minute race. A tribute to the 24 Hours of Le Mans, this second iteration offered a taste ...
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Polestar 4 is now available for viewing at the Polestar Space at 45 Leng Kee Road. The Polestar 2 has been around for some time, and we've reviewed both the single motor and dual motor variants. In time to come, the Polestar 4 is set to join the ranks as the company's second SUV offering in Singapore. “With Polestar 4 we have taken a fundamentally new approach to SUV coupé design. Rather ...
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