Hurrah, you don’t need to sink money into a Cayman GT4 to get a flat-six engine. This is one of Porsche’s big hits; the Cayman GTS. After a solid four years of vouching for that grunty turbocharged four-cylinder in the 718 Cayman, Stuttgart has had a bit of an epiphany and done a U-turn. They've gone and plonk in a slightly detuned version of the latest Cayman GT4's 4.0-litre flat-six, and ...
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The inaugural AutoApp Car Of The Year awards consolidate the best cars tested in Singapore that will be on sale in 2024. Welcome to the first-ever Autoapp Car Of The Year awards. ACOTY, as it is otherwise known, is meant to be the definitive car award that consolidates the thoughts and opinions of vehicles that we have reviewed this year. Hopefully, this will help you make an informed choice when choosing your ...
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The all-new BMW X2 is bigger, bolder, and hungrier than ever. BMW is back in action with the second coming of their X2. It's like the X2 decided to hit the gym, bulked up, and slapped on some snazzy new attire. So, what's all the buzz about this bold Bavarian? First things first, you can't help but notice that iconic BMW kidney grille. It's not just there; it's throwing a bold statement, ...
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Aston Martin has a new electrifying leap into the future: Funded, Charged, and Roaring to Go. Aston Martin is gearing up for an electrifying transformation; they've got the vision, the drive, and now they've got the moolah. The British powerhouse of automotive elegance just snagged a jaw-dropping £9 million in government funding via the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) to supercharge its high-performance electrification strategy. Now, that's the kind of cash infusion ...
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Harley-Davidson will be hosting the second edition of Asia Harley Days in the picturesque village of Pattaya, Thailand. Harley-Davidson is revving up for an epic moto-music festival, and you're invited to join the roaring party. On the 28th of October, 2023, Pattaya, Thailand, is set to come alive with the second edition of Asia Harley Days at the iconic Legend Siam. If you're a fan of music, motorcycles, or just plain good ...
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Another model in the new Toyota Crown family that's set to take on the world. The jacked-up sedan we know as the Crown Crossover goes by a different name in Japan, and that is the new Crown Sport crossover. Hold on, there's also a Crown Estate, but it's not your grandma's wagon. It's a hulking SUV. And don't forget the regular Crown Sedan. Still with me? Great, let's dive into the Japanese ...
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Looking to set a tentative foot into this new EV future? The Audi Q8 e-tron is possibly the safest stepping stone currently on the market. Audi has had a confusing few months rebranding their lineup of cars, and their quest to confuse us further continues at pace with the new Q8 e-tron. Though it shares the same name, it has nothing associated with the existing internal combustion (ICE) platform Q8. Rather, this ...
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The Four-Seat, Four-Door Ferrari Purosangue is a stunning-looking thing, and upholds the honour of the sacred Pracing Horse badge well. The Ferrari Purosangue is a thoroughbred on steroids. No seriously, the name Purosangue quite fittingly translates to 'thoroughbred' in English, and it comes from a name that practically defines the epitome of automotive excellence. This is where elegance meets power, and let me tell you, it's a showstopper. The Purosangue is not your ...
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MoUs were signed between Continental, NTU and Volkswagen, which will see new research that accelerates Singapore's leap into future mobility. Singapore is gearing up to be the next big thing in the realm of future mobility. We had Hyundai set up shop with its Innovation Centre, Volvo planted a tech hub flag, and now, Volkswagen and Continental are joining the party, hand in hand with Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Their mission? To ...
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The Ora Good Cat is interesting to look at and to explain to your friends, while coming with a sizeable bit of kit on board. “What is it?” That’s a question you’ll find yourself being asked on a regular basis if you drive the Ora Good Cat, and once you’ve informed the person of the full name it’s usually followed up by another. Although the second question is often along the ...
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COE prices have gone up yet again! Does this mean I should capitalise on the market while I can, or hold on to my car? If you’re thinking, “I want to sell my car and get the best return,” you’re not alone. Everyone in Singapore is on the hunt for the highest return when it comes to selling their used car. In a land where cars are a serious investment, every move ...
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Cat A Golf? Check. Stylish R-Line kit? Check. What more could you possibly need? (Article updated 4 November 2023) The Volkswagen Golf is like that dependable friend you've known forever – always there when you need it, and a true crowd-pleaser where it counts. It has the perfect blend of sugar, spice, and everything nice, making it still one of the most desirable hatchbacks on the market today. Now in its eighth incarnation, ...
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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 ticks all the grown-up sensible boxes and looks epic on the roads. Who wouldn't want one? (article updated 13 November 2023) The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first of a new family of EVs from Hyundai, which has since been followed by the Ioniq 6. Expect other Ioniq models in the near future. And expect those to be rather excellent machines, if this first effort is anything to ...
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The new Subaru Crosstrek is now Subaru's entry-level model and coming with a new hybrid engine. Hold on, didn't we already know this SUV as the XV? So, here's the deal. Subaru decided to unleash the Crosstrek nameplate here in Singapore, a moniker previously reserved for our friends in North America. This isn't just a subtle name change either; it's a whole new personality. First things first, let's talk looks. The Crosstrek has ...
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The new Porsche Cayenne debuts with a new digitised cockpit, a new chassis system and innovative high-tech features. This isn't your run-of-the-mill refresh; as Michael Schatzle, Vice President of the Cayenne product line at Porsche, puts it, "It's one of the most extensive product upgrades in the history of Porsche." Now, at first glance, you might think, "Hold on, this looks just like the old Cayenne!" But here's the thing: let's zoom ...
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