At Auto Shanghai 2025, XPENG Motors announced an AI-driven future that's as thrilling as it is groundbreaking. He Xiaopeng, Chairman and CEO, didn't mince words at the unveiling: "We're not merely launching products today," he announced, confidently, "but fundamentally redefining what an automotive company can be." And redefine they certainly did, with XPENG’s new World Foundation Model, affectionately called the "AI Brain." Imagine this as a supercomputer for cars, with 35 times ...
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Imagine for a moment the elegance of Rolls-Royce distilled through a lens of sheer audacity and unapologetic power. Now amplify that image. You get the Black Badge Spectre, the boldest, most powerful Rolls-Royce ever created, freshly unveiled on Singaporean soil. Held at the New Bahru lifestyle hub, the launch is Rolls-Royce's way of declaring that tradition and innovation can indeed coexist, spectacularly and provocatively. The Black Badge series has always been the marque’s ...
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The automotive landscape is rapidly evolving, with electrification becoming the focal point of innovation and sustainability. Few brands navigate this shift as compellingly as Lotus, renowned for their heritage in driving dynamics and performance. To understand how Lotus is managing its strategic transition from petrol-powered icons to cutting-edge electric vehicles, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Katya Zavialova, Operations Director for Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, for an ...
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BMW decided to flex its muscles and showcase just what its electric models are capable of at Shanghai's Vision Driving Experience. When you think of BMW, you probably picture the classic internal combustion growl, right? Yet, standing trackside in Shanghai, the whisper-quiet agility of BMW's electrified fleet painted a compelling portrait of the future. One might ask, "Can electricity really ignite the senses as petrol power does?" Against the dazzling backdrop of ...
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If you thought your exterior accent colours options for customising a Bentley were already endless, think again. The British marque has decided to dial up the bespoke game even further, unveiling an exquisite new palette of exterior accent colours that multiply personalisation possibilities to a staggering 46 billion combinations. Choosing the perfect colour for your Bentley has always been akin to selecting a finely tailored suit or the perfect bottle of wine. ...
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This new Denza debut at Zhongshan Park is the fruit of a partnership between Sime Motors and the 1826 Collective. And together, they have orchestrated an immersive experience that redefines what it means to meet a vehicle for the first time. Think of it as less showroom, more sensorial sanctuary. Rather than leaning on sterile showrooms or overly glossy presentations, this experiential showcase weaves DENZA’s premium ethos into the rhythm of nature ...
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Held over the long Easter weekend (18–20 April 2025), the Unstoppable 48Hr Niro Challenge tested the Kia Niro’s efficiency claims. With 49 participants in 25 cars, the mission was simple: how far can you go on a single 42-litre tank of fuel? Well, the winner managed to clock 1,552 kilometres. That’s nearly the distance from Singapore to Bangkok, achieved without so much as a fuel stop. The winning team also promptly beat ...
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Carbon fibre. The marvel of modern materials science that turned even the most lumbering of machines into featherweight flyers. From Formula 1 cockpits to the bonnets of overly enthusiastic street builds, this black weave of performance has long been the darling of engineers and Instagram tuners alike. But now, the European Union is giving it a thought, and they might want to impose a ban on it. What’s got them all hot under ...
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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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It’s rather unexpected and delightfully refreshing to find a Rolls-Royce designed not for the road, but for the living room. Yet here we are, with the introduction of the Rolls-Royce Chess Set. Unboxing a chess set has never been so ceremonial. In true Rolls-Royce fashion, the playing board opens with a singular, deliberate motion. As the lid rises, a leather-lined tray emerges gracefully, presenting the magnetically suspended pieces as if summoned by ...
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Mercedes-Benz Singapore has recently launched a new wave of electric vans in Singapore: the all-new eCitan, eVito, and eSprinter. Launched officially on 16 April 2025, Mercedes-Benz’s trio of battery-electric commercial vehicles is a seismic shift in how we think about vans. All three now combine zero tailpipe emissions with that polished Mercedes-Benz engineering the brand has become known for. The eCitan is as nimble as it is quiet, perfect for navigating tight alleyways ...
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It’s hard to imagine a more evocative sight than a Lotus with the letters “SE” stitched into its DNA. For those with even a hint of petrol in their veins, those two initials bring to mind the spirited Esprits of the past, the agile Excel SEs, and the turbocharged thrills of a bygone analogue era. Now, for 2025, Lotus channels that same energy into its latest stunner, the Emira Turbo SE, which ...
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Now available in Singapore, the new Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor variant balances finesse, range, and refinement. At first glance, you might be hard-pressed to tell this new Polestar 3 apart from its dual-motor siblings. The same sleek Scandinavian silhouette remains, but beneath that familiar skin are welcome changes. This is the most efficient Polestar 3 yet, delivering up to 706km of range (WLTP), thanks in part to its lighter rear-wheel-drive ...
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Bentley has just refreshed their Continental GT and Flying Spur line-ups for 2025. Don’t expect radical reboots or spaceship aesthetics. Bentley knows its clientele, so instead of chasing fads, the latest Continental GT and Flying Spur models double down on what makes the brand iconic. The Continental GT looks like it's been on a tailored diet; sleeker, tauter, with cleaner lines that speak of wind tunnel sessions and Savile Row finesse. The Flying ...
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