The MINI Aceman is the latest addition to the British marque’s lineup, slotting neatly between the Cooper and the Countryman. With the Countryman now taking on a more traditional SUV role, the Aceman arrives as the “replacement” for the Clubman. This is a compact electric crossover that aims to give MINI fans a bit more space, practicality, and five-door convenience. How New Is It, Really? While the Aceman is a fresh nameplate in MINI’s ...
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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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Ask someone to name a luxury car, and odds are you’ll hear a lineup of the usual suspects: BMW, Mercedes, Audi, maybe even a Lexus. Certainly not the Denza D9. But in recent years, the Chinese have been elbowing their way onto that list with a kind of determination that other nations can only dream of. And that’s precisely the attitude BYD brings with the new Denza D9; a bold, spacious MPV ...
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The humble saloon has taken a bit of a backseat lately, thanks to the influx of SUVs. But, the Toyota Camry Hybrid has bravely kept its place on the pedestal. SUVs, with their higher ground clearance and bulkier frames, have managed to lure the majority of buyers away from traditional saloons. But, if you’re the type that still prefers a sleek, low-slung drive, the Toyota Camry Hybrid has made a return to ...
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The Nissan Ariya is the Japanese brand’s newest electric crossover with bold looks and a touch of Japanese minimalism. This is the long-awaited Nissan Ariya. Born as a concept in 2020, it was quietly delayed due to the pandemic and chip shortages, only starting production in late 2022. If the Leaf got you thinking about affordable EVs over a decade ago, the Ariya is here to remind you that Nissan is still ...
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Finally, a hybrid version of the Kia Carnival Hybrid. But, is it better than the old diesel? Kia’s flagship family mover, the Carnival, has finally caught up with Kia’s hybrid lineup. With the diesel now a distant memory, Kia is throwing down the gauntlet for spacious, eco-friendly transport. But does the new Carnival Hybrid offer the efficiency we’ve all been waiting for, or is it more style than substance? Looks like that mean ...
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Eye-catching looks and eye-watering pace; is the Zeekr X AWD the premium EV hot hatch we've been waiting for? With its compact size and aggressive stance, the Zeekr X AWD isn’t just a pretty face; it’s an electrifying performer, hitting 0-100 km/h in a brisk 3.8 seconds and covering up to 420 km on a single charge. Now available in Singapore, this compact five-seat SUV has all the style and speed ...
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Wait, why isn't the new Tesla Model 3 Performance not called the Plaid? Despite the rumours swirling around, this isn’t the fabled Plaid edition. This is the Model 3 Performance, and that badge on the boot isn’t the Plaid logo. To hit Plaid status in Tesla’s universe, you’d need three carbon-sleeve motors, which this one doesn’t have. What you do get, though, is the car Tesla’s engineers always envisioned the go-faster Model ...
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For the folks who are looking for the ultimate solution to luxury on wheels, the Lexus LM might just be it. What is it? Now, that’s a particularly important question when it comes to the Lexus LM, or "Luxury Mover" as it’s officially dubbed. From a glance, you might mistake it for an MPV, and yes, those van-like proportions don’t lie. But underneath, the LM is built on the same modular global ...
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The 2024 Maserati GranTurismo looks a lot like the model that has graced our roads for 15 years. But this consistency trait is for good reason. When you’re rebuilding a brand like Maserati, you don’t want to stray too far from what people love about your cars, especially the styling. Compared to its predecessor, the big visual change is in the vertically-placed headlights, plus 21-inch rear wheels give the car real presence. That long ...
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This is the latest incarnation of the Suzuki Swift, which depending on how you look at it, is either the fourth or sixth generation. Officially, Suzuki calls this the fourth generation because it counts the 2004 model as the first “global” Swift. But if you’ve been keeping score, the Swift badge dates back to 1983. What is the Suzuki Swift these days? In a world overflowing with SUVs and crossovers, the Swift is ...
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The sleek and smooth BYD Seal is now even more accessible to buyers with this new Cat A COE-friendly variant. The BYD Seal has always been a contender in the electric vehicle market, but with the latest updates, it's bound to turn even more heads—particularly with the enticing Category A COE that makes the Seal Dynamic more attainable than ever. Smooth Sailing on Rough Roads The first thing that strikes you is its ...
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MINI continues to leap into the future while honouring its past with the new MINI Cooper Electric. The latest iteration of the Mini Cooper Electric marks a significant transition, launching on a completely new platform and aiming to rectify the deficiencies of its predecessor, the MINI Cooper SE. The prior model had its fair share of limitations, often leaving enthusiasts and critics wanting more. For me, building an EV on a combustion ...
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In a world teetering on the edge of electric vehicles and tech-packed hypercars, the Lotus Emira arrives as a beacon for purists. It’s the car that gives Lotus the authentic sports car pedigree it needs… whilst the brand transitions to an electric future. This isn’t Lotus’s big money-spinner (that title goes to the Eletre) but rather, the Emira is Lotus’ statement of intent. A reminder that before we dive headlong into a ...
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The Polestar 4 is a radical coupe SUV that has one or two tricks up its Nordic-trimmed sleeve to take on the competition. While Polestar and the rest of the industry refers to it as a "Coupe SUV," in reality it’s not all that SUV-ish. Think of it as sitting somewhere between the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y in terms of size but with more luxury thrown in for good ...
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