The new Audi A3 continues to remain sensible and stylish, befitting folks who are eyeing their new premium city runabout. In Singapore’s bustling premium compact segment, you’ll find yourself choosing between machines that look like they’ve all been through the same finishing school. Crisp cuts, polished manners, understated charm. But look closer, and the subtle differences emerge. And so, into this increasingly crowded catwalk rolls the facelifted Audi A3 Sedan, freshly coiffed ...
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The Skyworth K is a fridge-maker’s first attempt at an electric car, and it’s more than just O-K. For those who see electric vehicles as soulless white goods on wheels, Skyworth’s entry into the motoring world might seem like confirmation of their worst fears. After all, this is the same Skyworth better known for refrigerators, televisions, and washing machines, not exactly the lineage you'd expect for an SUV. But brush aside your ...
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BMW's entry-level 116 hatchback proves that you don’t need big power to deliver big smiles. Every family has a younger sibling, a slightly overlooked yet charming member who quietly gets on with things. Within the BMW clan, this role falls to the 116, the Bavarian marque's most affordable hatchback on Singapore roads. Starting at S$223,888, it's not exactly pocket change, but it does give you entry to the BMW club. And despite ...
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The Mk8.5 Volkswagen Golf R-Line comes of age, showing there's still plenty of life left in the people's favourite hatch. If cars could be friends, the Volkswagen Golf would surely be that childhood companion you grew up with. Steady, dependable, and just cool enough to hang around with, no matter your age. Now updated with a facelifted Mk8.5 version, the iconic German hatchback is back to remind us why, despite fierce competition ...
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The term "electric crossover" is becoming about as common in the automotive world as kopi in Singapore's hawker centres. Every manufacturer seems to be cooking up their own version, each promising a blend of stylish design and practicality. Well, Cupra has now joined the fight with the Tavascan. What exactly is it? The Tavascan is closely related to its VW Group cousins like the VW ID.5, Audi Q4 Sportback, and Skoda Enyaq Coupé, ...
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Practical family movers often lean towards being desperately unexciting, but the Aion Y Plus is charming in its own unique way. Yes, it’s square, and it’s not the most striking thing to look at. But, spend some time with the Aion Y Plus, and I’m conrfident your opinion of it will change, because it delivers a lot for your dime. It’s built with a purpose, and it’s brilliant at it With design cues ...
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The DB lineage has long defined the essence of grand touring, and with the DB12, Aston Martin elevates that legacy to new heights, delivering its most refined and dynamic super tourer yet. As the automotive landscape evolves, so do the demands placed on modern Grand Tourers. Once celebrated for their effortless cruising charm along sun-drenched coastlines, they’re now expected to deliver razor-sharp performance with the same grace. Few embody that balance like ...
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With its feline charm, Porsche-inspired curves, and surprising road manners, the Ora 07 injects a little personality back into electric motoring. Electric vehicles (EVs) are flooding into Singapore at an unprecedented rate. Yet, truth be told, many EVs, especially those from newer Chinese brands, can feel somewhat generic. After all, with their weighty batteries, instant torque, and eerily silent drives, EVs often come across as household appliances on wheels rather than soulful ...
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Since its debut in 2004, the Bentley Continental GT has been the rolling embodiment of comfort and prestige. Luxurious, meticulously crafted, and effortlessly capable of making any occasion feel special, it’s no wonder this grand tourer has aged gracefully. But Bentley has never stopped refining this British icon. And now, in its latest iteration, things have taken a rather electrifying turn. New heart, new soul? The headline here, of course, is the ‘demise’ of ...
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When one hears the name 'Smart', the image that often springs to mind is that of a diminutive city car, perfect for zipping through tight urban streets and squeezing into the smallest of parking spots. However, the automotive landscape is ever-evolving, and Smart has decided to shake things up with the #3 Brabus, a vehicle that ventures boldly into the realm of performance crossovers. A Bold New Direction At first glance, the Smart ...
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The Ferrari 296 GTB is the dawn of a new Ferrari era, combining electrified brilliance with classic charm. Ferrari enthusiasts, myself included, have a peculiar reverence for the past. Mention names like Daytona or Dino, and our hearts flutter nostalgically. Yet Ferrari itself is always restless, refusing to be constrained by its storied history. Enter the Ferrari 296 GTB, a car tasked with not just honouring a legendary past, but forging an ...
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The new Honda Civic grows up gracefully and gets clever along the way. Mention the Honda Civic in any conversation, and you’ll probably see a nostalgic smile or two. It’s a name as familiar to Singaporeans as char kway teow or chicken rice, reliably serving generations as the default choice for those seeking an affordable, sensible, and dependable car. But with electrification steadily reshaping the automotive landscape, even steadfast heroes like the ...
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From the moment I slid behind the wheel of the latest Skoda Octavia RS, it was clear that Skoda had dialed up the excitement. First Impressions From the moment I slid behind the wheel of the latest 2025 Skoda Octavia RS, it was clear that Skoda had taken an already compelling recipe and dialed up the excitement. With its improved 2.0-litre TSI engine, now generating a punchy 265 PS—20 more than its predecessor ...
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Bullish hybrid power meets classic Italian theatrics in the Lamborghini Revuelto. Mention Lamborghini, and you'll instantly picture wild wedge-shaped exotica roaring down open highways or, more likely, stuck in Orchard Road traffic, turning heads as effortlessly as they empty wallets. So, what happens when Sant’Agata’s proud bull charges into hybrid territory? You get the Lamborghini Revuelto. Hold on, hybrid Lamborghinis? Have the famously unhinged Italians suddenly grown environmentally conscious? Well, let’s just say the ...
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Having owned and enjoyed my fair share of Volkswagen Group cars over the years, every encounter with a new VW feels like catching up with a familiar friend—naturally, the Volkswagen ID.Buzz piqued my interest—I wanted to see just how far VW had pushed the envelope with this full-electric MPV. Priced at $294,900 in Singapore, the ID.Buzz positions itself uniquely against more costly premium MPVs like the Toyota Alphard, offering an appealing ...
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