EV CHARGING: AutoApp addresses the biggest barrier to electric vehicle adoption

SP Group’s electric vehicle (EV) customers enjoy greater convenience than ever SINGAPORE – One of the most common reasons local drivers cite for their reluctance in making the switch to Electric Vehicles (EVs) is the sentiment that there still are not enough charging points available. The other reason cited is that the time needed to charge is still much longer than it takes to refuel a conventional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) ...

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NEW MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS: Why it’s the crystal ball of the car world

Want a sneak peek at the gadgets and gizmos on your car of tomorrow? Look no further than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class of today It is probably impossible to answer a question: “What is the best car in the world?”. However, if there was a car that could legitimately lay claim to that title, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class would be a strong contender.  Throughout its seven decade history, the S-Class has been the yardstick ...

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All-new Mercedes-Benz GLA: Now on sale in Singapore from S$177k

Offering more tech and practicality, the Mercedes GLA stands proud and tall (literally) as the smallest SUV to bear the three-pointed star SINGAPORE - In a live virtual launch hosted by radio DJ Glenn Ong, the new Mercedes-Benz GLA compact SUV has made its Singaporean debut. For now, just one engine variant is available, split across two model trims - the GLA200 Progressive at S$176,888, and the GLA200 AMG Line at ...

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HIGH POTENZA: Bridgestone updates its performance tyre range

Enthusiastic drivers rejoice, as Bridgestone rolls out new and improved versions in their POTENZA range SINGAPORE – You might’ve caught wind of Bridgestone showing off their latest and greatest rubber at the Tokyo Auto Salon earlier this year. Shod on the tuner car scene’s current halo car, the Toyota Supra, it drew crowds to the Bridgestone Tyre booth. Touted as successors to the highly popular RE003 and RE-71R, the POTENZA Adrenalin RE004 ...

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New Audi A4 – More connectivity and hybrid tech, on sale now from S$182k

Tech-heavy updates for the latest version of Audi’s most popular model, which had a virtual premiere in Singapore SINGAPORE - In its first ever “Live” virtual launch, Audi Singapore has debuted the newest iteration of its core model, the A4 compact executive car. New tech is the overall theme of the changes, which aim to strengthen the association between the A4 and its more luxurious big brothers. To that end, the exterior ...

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MONEY FM 89.3: Chasing Cars – A new solution to an old problem

Radio host Claressa Monteiro speaks to Co-Founder Sheldon Trollope about AutoApp, a 100% Singapore startup that offers a new way of dealing with car maintenance. Listen to the full interview here With just days away launching AutoApp, Money FM has an exclusive interview with Sheldon Trollope. The co-founder explains how the idea of the app came about. He also reveals who the app is intended for and other details. SINGAPORE – As ...

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BMW M5 v Mercedes-AMG E 63: Facelifts for Germany’s most famous über-saloons

The über-saloon power war between M and AMG rages on, as both sides bring new 600+hp superweapons to battle GERMANY - The course of human history has seen countless epic rivalries - Capitalism vs Communism, Microsoft vs Apple, Manchester United vs Liverpool; and in the car industry, things are no different. Going on for nearly half a century now, the BMW 5 Series vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class rivalry is one of the ...

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TRAILBLAZERS WANTED: Be the first to download AutoApp

Calling all Early Adopters! Be the first to get AutoApp on your phone https://youtu.be/-psoQVUgjDk Video teaser on YouTube shows the AutoApp team in the final stages of app testing. SINGAPORE – With just weeks to go before AutoApp goes live, the team at Ignition Labs, the company behind AutoApp has been testing the app and going through operational simulations before making it available to the public. Get updates on your car’s servicing progress ...

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2021 Lexus IS: Refreshed with a redesign, sharper dynamics and new tech

The first official photos and details of the ‘new’ Lexus IS which will be available in Singapore by the end of this year The 2021 Lexus IS features a redesigned front end SINGAPORE – These days, the term ‘new’ is used quite loosely. While the official press release calls this the New Lexus IS, this car is for all intents and purposes, a thoroughly facelifted model. While the front and rear ...

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PORSCHE 911 TARGA: special Heritage Edition harks back to the ‘50s

Retro-themed 911 to be the first of four Heritage Design Edition models that celebrate iconic Porsches from decades past STUTTGART, GERMANY - As the makers of the 911, the world’s second-longest running sports car name (the first being the Chevrolet Corvette), Porsche has plenty of material in its back catalogue with which to draw inspiration from for its products. This is something it does frequently, and dare we say it, rather ...

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HONDA CIVIC TYPE R FACELIFT: Now in Singapore for S$155k (without COE)

Order books now open for the 310hp hot hatch, with numerous under-the-skin updates SINGAPORE - The Honda Civic Type R might be the most extreme hatchback you can buy in Singapore today, but that hasn't stopped Honda from making some go-faster tweaks for the 2020 model year. The even better news? You can put your name down for one now, as official agent Kah Motor has just added it to its price ...

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THE STRAITS TIMES: App to service cars for busy folk

This article was first published on 30 May 2020 on www.straitstimes.com AutoApp is an app-based concierge service for car owners to have their vehicles picked up and dropped off for servicing. PHOTOS: AUTOAPP A Singapore start-up has devised an app-based concierge service which gets your car serviced without you having to leave your seat. AutoApp will go “live” in three weeks, with vehicle pickup and drop-off services starting from $68. Customers merely select ...

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NEW BMW 4 SERIES: Munich’s latest coupe gets a tough grilling

The controversial coupe that drew polarising opinions across the internet is now ready for showrooms MUNICH, GERMANY – BMW has just unveiled their new 4 Series coupe, and to boot the proverbial elephant straight out of the room, yes, this is really how it looks.  https://youtu.be/aSROi03-rxE The company had promised that the look previewed by last year’s Concept 4 was 85 per cent production-ready. Despite the hopes of many car enthusiasts, it has ...

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MERCEDES-BENZ’S E-CLECTIC TWO-DOORS: facelifted E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet revealed

The most “emotional” members of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class family, the two-door Coupe and drop-top Cabriolet, have been updated, following on from the E-Class saloon and Estate that were facelifted two months ago. Like those, the changes to the Coupe and Cabrio are more than skin deep, but ultimately don’t drastically alter how the cars drive. Exterior changes are noticeable but not major: the grille now has an “A” shape, as opposed to ...

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