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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This is the award you all have been waiting for. Who will be crowned the overall AutoApp Car Of The Year champion? It all comes down to this. If you were following our AutoApp Car Of The Year series till now, or have just tuned in, this is the article to read. So many great winners, so many choices. But, only one can emerge victorious in this hotly contested arena and be ...
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The Hatchback winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best Hatchback. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Hatchbacks used to be common on our roads, but most of the brands have since transformed them into crossovers or SUVs. This list is only for the bonefide hatchback cars, and both candidates showcased below were previously victorious in their respective Round 1 categories. Meet The Contenders Nissan Note e-POWER The Nissan Note e-POWER beat out the ...
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EVs dominated the new car market in 2024, and if this trend is anything to go by, it will only continue upwards. So, which candidate will walk away with the title of Overall Best EV? How Does ACOTY Define This Class? The title says it all. Only full EVs are eligible for this category; doesn't matter which shape or how much power output each car produces, they are all counted in this ...
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There are a lot of new SUV EV winners from Round 1, and they are all squaring off for the title of Overall Best SUV EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? What defines an SUV or crossover nowadays? That's a question even some brands are struggling with. But, buyers wished for them, and the brands delivered, which is why you don't see a sea of sedans and hatchbacks any more. When we ...
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Ten winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best Luxury Car. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Each car that qualified came from a premium brand, or had an expensive price tag, or had both of these ticked. The Overall Best Luxury Car is decided from amongst these candidates. Meet The Contenders Maserati Granturismo The Maserati Granturismo scored better than the Mercedes-Benz SL43 and Porsche Cayman GTS to win Best Premium Sports Car. This new ...
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Five winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best Performance Car. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Five winners from Round 1 that possess sports-car-like qualities or are performance-oriented are shortlisted, and the winner will be decided from amongst these candidates. Meet The Contenders Mercedes-Benz CLE200 The Mercedes-Benz CLE200 beat out the Porsche Boxster, Lotus Emira, Subaru BRZ and Volkswagen Golf R to win Best Sports Car. As an all-rounder package, the CLE ticks all ...
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Two winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best Hybrid Vehicle. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Two previous winners from Round 1 are powered by a full-hybrid drivetrain that allows it to be driven for some distance purely on electric power alone. The winner will be decided from amongst these candidates. Meet The Contenders Lexus LBX The Lexus LBX fought well against the Hyundai Kona Hybrid, Alfa Romeo Tonale, Suzuki Swift and ...
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Eleven winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best Cat B EV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Wow we have a lot of candidates for this. All shortlisted candidates presented here from Round 1 are sold with Category B COEs and are propelled by electrical motors. The Overall Best Cat B Vehicle is decided from amongst these candidates. Like the Overall Best Cat B category, we got a ...
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Nine winners from Round 1 face off for the title of Overall Best Cat B Vehicle. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Every shortlisted winner from Round 1 are sold with Category B COEs and are propelled by internal combustion. The Overall Best Cat B Vehicle is decided from amongst these candidates. We got a whole list of winners to sort through, so bear with us. Meet The Contenders Hyundai Santa Fe The Hyundai Santa ...
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Pirelli has backtracked on its initial theory about the tyre failures that plagued Lewis Hamilton and Carlos Sainz. The blame no longer rests on Valtteri Bottas’s Sauber running over Alex Albon’s discarded mirror. Instead, the culprit remains elusive. The Qatar GP was a tyre punisher. The high-speed corners and relentless forces at Losail made the front left tyres the most stressed component on the grid. It was here that both Hamilton and ...
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Max Verstappen triumphs amid drama in Qatar Grand Prix. Max Verstappen once again showcased why he’s the reigning champion, clinching victory in an exhilarating Qatar Grand Prix. Three Safety Car appearances, a nail-biting tussle at the front, and penalties that upended the order. Verstappen might have started from second after a penalty bumped him off pole, but the Dutchman was in no mood to play second fiddle. At Turn 1, he muscled ...
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The new partnership between Porsche and Iron Dames seeks to rewrite the script for women in a sport long dominated by men. The Iron Dames squad will compete across four major racing series at the helm of Porsche 911 GT3 R machines. These include the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the European and Asian Le Mans Series, and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in the United States. The esteemed drivers chosen are Michelle ...
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