The Neta X is the latest contender in the hotly contested SUV EV market. Unless you have been living under a rock, you would have noticed that the BYD Atto 3 has taken Singapore by storm. Everywhere you look, there is a good chance you will see one. Yet, not everyone wants to follow the crowd. Some prefer to stand out, even if their friends and relatives already own one. Perhaps they ...
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The Neta AYA encapsulates the steep uphill battle for budget-friendly cars in Singapore. Being a budget-friendly car in Singapore is no easy feat. With the world's highest car prices, affordable runabouts are quickly becoming an endangered species. The current COE landscape favours luxury brands, where the additional cost of ownership is a smaller percentage of the overall price. Let's illustrate an example. The bread-and-butter Toyota Corolla Altis is currently priced at $164,888, with ...
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It’s been a month driving the Hyundai IONIQ 6, and I’m still trying to make up my mind about its design. Don’t get me wrong—it’s definitely unique, but whether I love it or not depends on the day. What’s been fascinating is how polarising it’s been for people I’ve met. Some see it as stunningly beautiful (I’ve had four different people come up to me to say how much they ...
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Three weeks in, and the Hyundai IONIQ 6 continues to surprise me—not just with its comfort and performance but also with the little realities of EV ownership. As someone living in an HDB flat without a dedicated home charger, I’ve quickly learned that owning an EV means embracing a new level of planning, patience, and yes, apps. At last count, I now have eight EV charging apps on my phone. While ...
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The Dongfeng Box (also known as the Nammi 01) makes a compelling case for practical and affordable urban mobility. With its approachable price point (as far as COE prices are concerned), surprisingly impressive range for its battery capacity, and other modern features, this five-door hatchback does reshape perceptions of entry-level EVs in our local automotive landscape. It’s got a future-focused foundation Built upon Dongfeng’s Quantum Architecture Platform 3, the Box is designed with ...
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Two weeks into my journey with the Hyundai IONIQ 6, and I have to say, living with an EV has been a fascinating and slightly transformative experience. It was a bit about unlearning old habits, embracing new conveniences, and occasionally navigating unexpected quirks. The Ghost of Range AnxietyI’ll admit I started off this journey with a slight case of range anxiety. Something about watching the battery percentage tick down feels like ...
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As many of you loyal readers know, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 clinched the coveted AutoApp Car of the Year 2025 award. And for good reason! It’s a car that continues to impress us at every turn—literally. From its spacious interior to its smooth ride quality, ample power, and range that can easily get you to Kuala Lumpur without a mid-journey recharge, it’s a true game-changer for EVs in Singapore. But what’s ...
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The new electric Porsche Macan Turbo is a ferocious piece of engineering. I was recently in Thailand to attend Das Treffen 9, and Porsche Thailand has very kindly provided me a car to get around Bangkok. To my delight, they tossed me the keys to the new electric Macan Turbo. Having driven The Macan 4 earlier this year, I was eager to have a go in the torque monster. Power Unleashed Let’s start with ...
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The middle-of-the-pack BMW i4 eDrive35 is arguably the best i4 to buy on the market. While it’s easy to mistake it for a 4 Series Gran Coupe with a battery, the i4 is so much more than a mere EV conversion. Beneath its sleek silhouette lies a purpose-built electric platform that stakes its claim as a true driver’s car. Does It Drive Like A BMW? BMW went back to the drawing board for the ...
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The Polestar 3 is the long-awaited practical sibling that completes the Scandinavian lineup. When Polestar first made headlines, it was as Volvo’s hip, younger cousin, complete with funky designs and a conscience for sustainability. Now, with the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4, the brand has taken a bold step into the world of full-size electric SUVs, but in typical Scandinavian style, it’s done so with restraint and elegance. Subtle But Striking At first glance, ...
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The Maxus MIFA 7 joins its bigger MIFA 9 sibling in the MPV arena. It’s been over a year since we had our first encounter with the Maxus MIFA 9, a towering presence in the MPV world. Now, Maxus has introduced its younger sibling, the MIFA 7. This all-electric MPV promises to deliver a balanced blend of size, comfort, and value. Perfect then, for the practical family man navigating Singapore’s urban landscape. Its Size ...
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Mercedes-Benz has long been known for its sprawling convertible lineup, which at one point offered a bewildering array of options. The SLK (later SLC), SL roadsters, C-, E-, and S-Class cabrios. Suffice to say, you had plenty of options to get sunburnt in Singapore. But now, the lineup has been streamlined, with the Mercedes-AMG SL holding its own as a standalone entity, while the C- and E-Class cabriolets merge into a single, ...
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A Ferrari you can… daily drive? Welcome to the Purosangue folks. When Ferrari unveiled its first-ever SUV, or as they insist, NOT an SUV, the automotive world collectively gasped. The Ferrari Purosangue, which loosely translates to "thoroughbred," is Ferrari’s bold declaration that it can blend practicality with its trademark DNA of speed, performance, and unapologetic flair. Big shoes to fill then. No pressure. What Exactly Is It? The Purosangue isn’t just a four-door, four-seat, four-wheel-drive ...
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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N challenges everything we know, or think we know, about electric vehicles. I first encountered the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N during its global launch at the 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed. There it was, shredding tyres and exuding the kind of audacious energy that suggests Hyundai’s engineers had been on a strict diet of adrenaline and madness. Its fantastically bonkers nature brought much fanfare to both the brand ...
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In the crowded SUV market, the Skoda Kodiaq has always stood tall; literally and figuratively. Since its debut in 2016, this seven-seat SUV has been one of Skoda’s finest offerings, winning hearts with its practicality, smart design, and budget-friendly price tag. Now, in its second generation, the Kodiaq returns with updates that aim to keep it ahead of the pack. Familiar Looks, Fresh Details At first glance, you might mistake this for a minor ...
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