The latest rendition of BMW's most popular bike - the GS - has received a big upgrade, including a better engine, new styling cues and more tech equipment to boot. And it's dubbed the 1300GS. Since the debut of the original R80G/S back in 1980, the GS range has been the heartthrob of BMW’s Motorrad lineup. Now, the latest R 1300 GS has made its entrance in Singapore, showcased at the ...
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The new flagship four-storey establishment houses two pre-owned car showrooms, BMW Motorrad, Sime Darby Services, plus a host of workshops for aftersales care. Sime Darby Motors has recently pulled the covers off their new four-storey flagship facility. Located at 1 Ubi Road, you're greeted by two pre-owned car showrooms as soon as you step in the doors - Sime Darby Auto Selection (SDAS) and BMW Premium Selection (BPS). SDAS is where you'll ...
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The Eurokars Group has officially opened its doors to its brand new Eurokars Centre headquarters situated along Kung Chong Road. Eurokars Group has just unveiled its prestigious new headquarters, the Eurokars Centre, and it's not your run-of-the-mill building; rather, it's an eight-story marvel worth a cool S$106 million. This place is set to be the regional headquarters for the Eurokars Group, and the nerve center for Eurokars' executives. Nestled within is now the ...
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The R 12 nineT and R 12 seamlessly continue the tradition started in 2013. When the R nineT was first showed to the world, BMW Motorrad presented more than just a classic-style roadster in 2013. From the very beginning it combined classic motorcycle design and modern technology with high craftsmanship and diverse customization options. Shortly afterwards, the R nineT was enriched with attractive derivatives, giving rise to a whole model family ...
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The BMW S 1000 XR model gets more power, and improved ergonomics, while the new M 1000 XR expands on performance. BMW Motorrad just dropped a bombshell - the 2024 S 1000 XR and the all-new M 1000 XR. Let's break it down and see what the fuss is all about. First in the spotlight is the 2024 BMW S 1000 XR. This bad boy is packing more punch than its predecessor. ...
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BMW's bread and butter 3 Series has undergone a facelift or an LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) update in BMW-speak. Here, we test the handsome and capable entry-level 318i M-Sport and tell you what's new and what's not. Let's cut to the chase. The grill and headlights are the most obvious edits to the front end. The headlamps are now less fussy and sport a cleaner rectangular shape that connects to the ...
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330i Touring is everything one could want if an SUV doesn't catch one's fancy. 'BMW' and 'station wagons' are two terms you don't often see together here in Singapore. Elsewhere in the world, especially in Europe, the Touring body style is far more common. But in the same year, BMW launched two very appetising models, the M3 Touring and the 330i Touring. I've driven both, and which one I like better might ...
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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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R 1300 GS shows why it is still THE go-to adventure bike Some four decades ago, BMW Motorrad established the touring-enduro segment with the R 80 G/S. Fast forward to today and we find an almost completely new design for the R 1300 GS which shaves 12kg off its predecessor. The legendary two-cylinder boxer engine is once again found here. At 1,300cc capacity, it produces 145hp at 7,750rpm and 149Nm of torque ...
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Following the all-electric BMW i5 and the new BMW 5 Series, the model range will be expanded from November 2023 to include the BMW 530e Sedan and BMW 550e xDrive Sedan models. Just a few weeks after dropping the all-electric BMW i5 and some combustion engine variants juiced up with 48-volt mild hybrid tech, BMW is rolling out not one, but two plug-in hybrid models for the BMW 5 Series come ...
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Roadster M 1000 R and racing-homologated M 1000 RR superbike are now yours for the taking - if you dare. On 23rd September 2003, BMW Motorrad launched the M 1000 R roadster and M 1000 RR racing-homologated superbike at Handlebar at Gillman Barracks. Folks, this was a sight to behold, with many bike enthusiasts, including those from the BMW bike community, turning up to grace the event. Let's start first with the ...
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The BMW M2 has matured into a more rounded and grown-up sports coupe, but it lost some of its predecessor’s brash naive charm. The BMW M2 is the smallest, least expensive M car you can lay your hands on today. And this Zanvoort blue unit you see here is also the sequel to the best-selling M car ever in history. Yes, more than 60,000 individuals snapped up the old M2, so ...
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The all-new BMW 5 Series has just made its grand entrance into the Lion City. It's not just your run-of-the-mill 5 Series; it's got a twist that's electrifying the Singaporean automotive scene. First things first, let's talk numbers. The starting price for the 520i, the base model, kicks off at S$385,888 with COE. And, for the first time ever, BMW is offering the 5 Series in a full-electric i5 eDrive40 variant. This ...
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BMW and AirConsole recently debuted a special BMW i5 that featured AirConsole on the main show floor at Gamescom. Ever had a situation where you were in your car, and desperately had to play a video game? No? Well, BMW has got you covered anyway. Picture this: You're cruising in your BMW or MINI, and suddenly, you're not just driving; you're in the hot seat, ready to tackle trivia questions that could ...
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The 3 Series is BMW’s best-selling car, and arguably one of the most prominent automotive pillars. Much like cars such as the Volkswagen Golf, Porsche 911 and Mercedes S-Class, the BMW 3 Series has cemented itself as the standard by which all of its peers are measured. And those peers nigh on always come off worse. But for how much longer? The 3 Series faces a not completely certain future as electrification ...
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