The Subaru WRX Wagon is a safe and competent family hauler with surefooted handling abilities. Subaru. Scooby. WRX. Rexy. Rex. W. Mmmmmm... Memories... In case you didn't know, WRX stands for World Rally eXperimental. Back in the day when Subaru was competing in rallies, it was using the Legacy platform with a turbo engine and all-wheel drive. However, Subaru knew that a vehicle with a shorter wheelbase would be needed, and set ...
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Arguably, the BMW X5 has been the leading choice in the premium SUV market for many years. But does it still cross the boxes buyers want in a luxury 4WD vehicle? As a previous X5 owner, I've loved all the generations of BMW's beloved SUV. Powerful, roomy, stylish, yet muscular - the X5 possesses everything you would want in an SUV. But as SUVs become more popular, and many brands take the ...
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Entry to Lexus ownership now begins with the LBX. Will this hybrid compact crossover lure customers away from the likes of Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz?
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The Lotus Eletre is the brand’s first foray into the world of SUVs - Sacrilegious to the purists, but alluring to a new generation. When the Lotus Eletre first rocked up to the scene, it shocked motoring press worldwide. Controversial would be the word to describe the whole ordeal, mainly because ‘this’ is pretty much what the world thinks a Lotus shouldn’t be; a tech-laden lumbering electric SUV. Mind you, this was ...
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No surprises here, as Stuggart has continued to make the Porsche Cayenne even better. The Porsche Cayenne has historical significance for the German marque. Back in 2002, this was the vehicle that breathed new life into the company and ushered in a new world of SUVs. Fast forward to today, and this is the third generation’s refresh. The Cayenne was a pioneer, a lone wolf in its early days. Now, it finds itself ...
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In this fast-paced world where flamboyance often steals the limelight, why not embrace the understated instead? That is what the Toyota Vellfire does exceptionally well. Being understated is a movement away from the garish, in-your-face extravagance that has dominated for so long. Subtlety and refinement are now the new markers of true luxury, and more people are hopping on this trend. Enter the latest Vellfire Hybrid from Toyota, an MPV that embodies ...
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The moustachioed Mini Cooper Convertible is an excellent grown-up hatch, if not the most practical choice. This is the modern facelifted Mk 3.0 Mini, born way back in 2018 and revitalised with yet another facelift back in 2021. It won’t be too long for this world, however, because Mini has since declared that it’ll be the first brand in the BMW Group to go fully electric in the 2030s. The electric revolution ...
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The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is all the things you loved in the regular EQS, but doubled in size to appeal to more demographics. In the realm of Mercedes-Benz’s automotive opulence, where the EQS corresponds to the antiquated S-Class and the EQE to the E-Class, we now have a new member in the circle - the EQS SUV. It’s a formidable ‘off-roader’ in Mercedes speak, and the first using the German marque’s electric ...
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The Quantum G2 shows how zipping around on electricity on two wheels can be done in Singapore. The world of automotive journalism can be quite varied and interesting. Imagine riding a petrol-powered 1,802cc 400kg behemoth one day and a cute and nifty-looking 110kg electric motorcycle the next. Ever since meeting the good folks at Quantum Mobility at National Bikers Weekend Singapore 2023, I've been looking forward to this test ride and my ...
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Practical family solution with the Defender 110 while being able to mimic a mountain goat. Since 2020 when the L663 Defender was launched, I'd been keen to have a go. Land Rover had completely reworked the Defender to where it could still handle the rough stuff, but added creature comforts in the process - a far cry from the raw and raucous classic Defenders of yore which, no doubt, had purists ...
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The BYD Seal hits the ground running and offers real competition to the big gun EV brands on the market. BYD has come a long way, and it is clear to see from the cars it offers. The Seal is the Chinese firm’s latest creation to make it onto our shores. It comes hotly after the extremely successful Atto 3 SUV and the adorable Dolphin hatchback. Now, we get a sports saloon ...
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The Subaru Crosstrek improves itself to be a contender that can take on the ever-crowded SUV scene. The Crosstrek you see here was formally known as the XV on our shores for many years and has gone through a name refresh alongside some key upgrades. Crucially, this is still Subaru’s little tough guy, combining the form and functionality of a hatchback with more go-anywhere prowess than most city-dominated SUVs on the ...
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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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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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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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