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by Sean Loo 14 December 2024

Featured, Local, News

Hyundai Unveils Updated Tucson Ahead of 2025 Singapore Motorshow

The Hyundai Tucson has undergone a refresh, marking its mid-life update with subtle yet significant enhancements. Though just three years old, the current-generation Tucson is already getting a makeover with modern updates to keep it competitive in the ever-evolving SUV market. The front bumper has been redesigned, now featuring larger daytime running lights integrated seamlessly into the grille. This signature design continues to give the Tucson its distinctive identity. At the rear, a ...

by Sean Loo 14 December 2024

Featured, Local, News

First Look At The New Flagship Mazda CX-80

Mazda has unveiled its largest and most advanced SUV to date, the CX-80, at an exclusive preview held at the Mandala Club. Positioned as the brand’s flagship model in Singapore, the seven-seater SUV marks a significant milestone for Mazda, being the first in its local lineup to feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The CX-80 is part of Mazda’s Large Product Group and stands out with its commanding dimensions. Measuring 5 metres in length, ...

by Sean Loo 14 December 2024

Featured, Latest Cars, Reviews

Maxus MIFA 7 Review

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 ...

by Sean Loo 14 December 2024

Featured, Latest Cars, Reviews

Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet Review

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, ...

by Sean Loo 13 December 2024

Featured, Latest Cars, Reviews

Ferrari Purosangue Review

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 ...

by AutoApp Editorial Team 10 December 2024

AutoApp Car Of The Year (ACOTY), Featured

This Is Your 2025 AutoApp Car OF The Year

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 ...

by AutoApp Editorial Team 10 December 2024

AutoApp Car Of The Year (ACOTY)

ACOTY 2025 – Overall Best Hatchback

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 ...

by Sean Loo 5 December 2024

Featured, Motorsports

Porsche Motorsport and Iron Dames Partner to Empower Women in Racing

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 ...

by Joel Tam 3 December 2024

Car Care, Car Maintenance, Featured, Lifestyle

Motul Car Care Lands In Singapore

Another car care brand? From Motul? We've got questions. If you’re a car guy, you'd probably heard of Motul. Yup, it's that French high-performance automotive lubricant company that's often associated with racing, be it bikes or cars. Well, it looks like they have shifted gears into the grooming space, bringing a lineup of products designed to make car care easier, more effective, and surprisingly eco-friendly. Let's take a closer look at ...

by Sean Loo 3 December 2024

Featured, International, News

Jaguar Unveils Type 00 Concept Car

Jaguar has properly stirred up the automotive world with its new brand campaign, and the new Type 00 Concept further cements its new direction. Unveiled at Miami Art Week, this new concept embodies Jaguar's new creative philosophy, Exuberant Modernism. At its core, the Jaguar Type 00 is about reclaiming Jaguar’s ethos of "Copy Nothing." Sir William Lyons, the brand's founder, once envisioned Jaguars as art forms, not just vehicles. Although, if he ...

by Sean Loo 3 December 2024

Featured, Local, News

Mercedes-Benz Launches Four New GLC Variants In Singapore

Mercedes-AMG has long been the gold standard for those who want their vehicles to roar as much as they purr. Now, Singapore gets a taste of the action with the arrival of four distinctive AMG GLC models, spanning both SUV and Coupé formats. Let’s start with the basics. The Mercedes-AMG GLC lineup splits into two levels of performance, each catering to a specific kind of thrill-seeker. For those dipping their toes into AMG’s ...

by Sean Loo 3 December 2024

Featured, International, News

Das Treffen 9: A Porsche Enthusiast’s Dream Returns to Bangkok

On 15 December 2024, Southeast Asia's most anticipated Porsche gathering, Das Treffen, is making its triumphant return to the Impact Speedpark in Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok. With the theme 'Limited Edition' promising an unparalleled showcase of some of the rarest Porsche sports cars ever made, this event is a must-see for car enthusiasts. What began as an intimate meet-up between friends, organised by Sihabutr Xoomsai, fondly known as Tenn, has evolved into ...

by Sean Loo 3 December 2024

Featured, International, News

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Inaugurates Private Office Seoul

For the first time in Asia, Rolls-Royce has unveiled its Private Office in Seoul, South Korea. This significant milestone reflects Rolls-Royce's commitment to bringing its ultra-personalised experience even closer to its discerning clientele in the region. Perched in one of Seoul’s most prestigious districts, the Private Office is a gateway to a world where imagination meets craftsmanship. Designed as a space to cater exclusively to those who demand perfection, the Private Office bridges ...

by Sean Loo 2 December 2024

Featured, Motorsports

Maserati Accelerates Into GEN4 Era of Formula E with Renewed Commitment

Maserati is set to continue its journey in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, embracing the next-generation GEN4 cars starting from Season 13 in 2026. After debuting in Season 9 with the Tipo Folgore GEN3 single-seater, Maserati has steadily showcased its engineering prowess. Season 11 will see the evolution of these machines with the GEN3 EVO cars, boasting a blistering 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 1.82 seconds and regenerative capabilities of ...

by Sean Loo 2 December 2024

Featured, International, News

New ‘Porsche Unseen Design Studies’ Exhibition Launched At Curvistan Bangkok

Deep in the heart of Bangkok lies a haven for petrolheads - Curvistan Bangkok. This season, the concept space is turning heads once more with the launch of the highly anticipated “Porsche Unseen Design Studies” exhibition. For over two decades, Porsche’s Michael Mauer has been at the helm, steering the brand’s aesthetic evolution from the Porsche Design Studio in Weissach. Known for pushing boundaries, Mauer’s visionary concepts have remained tantalisingly out of ...