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by Sean Loo 11 January 2025

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Honda and Muji Team Up at the Singapore Motorshow 2025

Honda Singapore and Muji have joined forces to present a unique collaboration at the Singapore Motorshow 2025. The partnership revolves around the concept of "Effortless Living," blending Honda's automotive innovation with Muji's minimalist lifestyle philosophy. At Booth 4208, visitors can explore the lifestyle display highlighting the practical features of the all-new Honda Freed. This showcase integrates Muji's hallmark simplicity and functionality with the Freed's versatile utility space. The Freed's interior is transformed into ...

by Sean Loo 10 January 2025

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Porsche Unveils New 911 Carrera S

Positioned between the 911 Carrera and the 911 Carrera GTS, the new 911 Carrera S offers a compelling blend of power and agility. At the heart of the new 911 Carrera S lies a reimagined 3.0-litre twin-turbo six-cylinder boxer engine, now delivering 480 PS and 530 Nm of torque. This represents a 30 PS boost over its predecessor. Enhanced turbochargers and optimised charge-air cooling contribute to its efficiency, while an eight-speed dual-clutch ...

by Sean Loo 10 January 2025

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Celebrates Record Year with Unprecedented Growth in Bespoke Craftsmanship

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has achieved an extraordinary milestone in 2024, cementing its legacy as the pinnacle of automotive bespoke artistry. The marque concluded 2024 with record achievements in bespoke customisation and a significant £300 million investment to expand its Goodwood facilities. 2024 saw the Bespoke Collective (Rolls-Royce’s elite team of designers, engineers, and artisans) push creative boundaries to craft some of the most audacious and personalised vehicles ever imagined. From intricate marquetry featuring ...

by Sean Loo 8 January 2025

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Volvo Cars Singapore Sees Overall Growth In 2024

2024 was a landmark year for Volvo Cars Singapore, with the company recording a 38% year-on-year growth in car sales. Notably, electric vehicles (EVs) played a pivotal role in this success, constituting 58% of total sales. The star performer was the newly launched Volvo EX30, which became the brand’s best-selling model in Singapore. Together with the EX40 and EC40, these fully electric models make up Volvo’s current vehicle portfolio in Singapore. Corinne Chua, ...

by Sean Loo 6 January 2025

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Škoda Singapore Ushers in 2025 With Octavia Family Launch And Roadshow

Škoda Singapore has kicked off 2025 with a bang, unveiling the dynamic new Octavia family at the Waterway Point roadshow, held from 6 to 12 January. The event, staged at the Village Square Atrium on Level 1 of Waterway Point, showcases Škoda’s versatile line-up, ranging from the Kodiaq SUV to the Enyaq. Topping the highlights is the introduction of the new facelifted Octavia, available in four variants tailored to meet diverse needs. A ...

by Sean Loo 6 January 2025

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Volkswagen Singapore Introduces New Facelifted Golf

Volkswagen Singapore is ringing in the new year with a showcase featuring its latest models, including previews of the new Golf. From 6 to 12 January, Volkswagen’s latest lineup will grace the Village Square on Level 1 of Waterway Point. The action continues from 9 to 12 January at the Linkbridge Atrium on Level 2 of Marina Square. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the brand’s all-electric offerings like the ID.4 ...

by Sean Loo 6 January 2025

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Catch Subaru’s New STI Package Editions At Singapore Motorshow 2025

Motor Image Enterprises (MIE) has unveiled a new lineup of STI Package Editions for the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid, BRZ, and WRX at the Singapore Motorshow 2025. From rally stages to city streets, these STI Package Editions translate decades of rallying expertise into new and improved looks. Forester e-Boxer Hybrid STI Package Edition With the STI Package Edition, the Subaru Forester evolves into a head-turning adventurer. Highlights include: Aggressive Styling Enhancements: STI under spoilers, door ...

by Sean Loo 3 January 2025

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Skyworth Debuts New Showroom In Singapore

7 January 2025 will see the grand unveiling of Skyworth’s brand-new showroom at 20 Ubi Road 4, Singapore 408622. The new showroom offers visitors the chance to experience the new Skyworth K EV up close. Interested customers can also take it for a spin if they wish. Exclusive Launch Offers Skyworth is rolling out a suite of irresistible perks to mark the occasion. For a limited time, customers will enjoy these exclusive benefits: VIP ...

by Sean Loo 3 January 2025

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The Singapore Motorshow 2025 Is Just Around The Corner

The Singapore Motorshow 2025 is set to take place from 9 to 12 January at the Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year’s motorshow welcomes new participants such as Deepal, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Jaecoo, Neta, and Zeekr, alongside established names including Audi, BMW, Hyundai and Toyota. In total, you can expect 31 brands at the venue. The motorshow also serves as a platform for the unveiling of some of the automotive industry’s newly ...

by Sean Loo 31 December 2024

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New EV Brand DEEPAL Eyes Singapore Debut

Premium Automobiles has added yet another feather to its cap by welcoming DEEPAL, Changan Automobile’s premium electric vehicle (EV) brand, to Singapore. This marks Changan Automobile’s first foray into the local market. The flagship S07, a sleek, all-electric mid-sized SUV, is set to debut at the Singapore Motorshow 2025. With a legacy spanning over 40 years in automotive innovation, Changan Automobile has established DEEPAL in 2022. Hadi Widjaja Tanaga, President of Premium Automobiles ...

by Sean Loo 16 December 2024

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First Drive – Porsche Macan Turbo

The new electric Porsche Macan Turbo is a ferocious piece of engineering. I was recently in Thailand to attend Das Treffen 9, and Porsche Thailand has very kindly provided me a car to get around Bangkok. To my delight, they tossed me the keys to the new electric Macan Turbo. Having driven The Macan 4 earlier this year, I was eager to have a go in the torque monster. Power Unleashed Let’s start with ...

by Sean Loo 16 December 2024

Featured, Lifestyle, Travel

On The Ground: Das Treffen 9

Each December, Porsche enthusiasts from across Southeast Asia make a pilgrimage to the ultimate celebration of all things Porsche: Das Treffen 9. The ninth instalment of this iconic event, held on 17 December 2024, turned Impact Speedway into a dazzling showcase of automotive passion. This year’s theme, “Limited Edition,” encapsulated the exclusivity and individuality that defines Porsche ownership. A Gathering of Kindred Spirits Upon arrival, one could immediately sense the electric atmosphere. Hundreds of ...

by Sean Loo 15 December 2024

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BMW i4 eDrive35 M Sport LCI Review

The middle-of-the-pack BMW i4 eDrive35 is arguably the best i4 to buy on the market. While it’s easy to mistake it for a 4 Series Gran Coupe with a battery, the i4 is so much more than a mere EV conversion. Beneath its sleek silhouette lies a purpose-built electric platform that stakes its claim as a true driver’s car. Does It Drive Like A BMW? BMW went back to the drawing board for the ...

by Sean Loo 15 December 2024

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Polestar 3 Review

The Polestar 3 is the long-awaited practical sibling that completes the Scandinavian lineup. When Polestar first made headlines, it was as Volvo’s hip, younger cousin, complete with funky designs and a conscience for sustainability. Now, with the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4, the brand has taken a bold step into the world of full-size electric SUVs, but in typical Scandinavian style, it’s done so with restraint and elegance. Subtle But Striking At first glance, ...

by Sean Loo 15 December 2024

Featured, International, News

Porsche Revives Legendary LMP 2000 25 Years Later

It’s not every day that you get a chance to bring a dormant legend back to life, but that's what happened with the Porsche LMP 2000. But at Weissach, Porsche’s iconic Development Centre, the LMP 2000, a car that once held the promise of dominating Le Mans, has roared back into existence. Designed for the LMP900 Le Mans prototype class, the LMP 2000 was all set to revolutionise endurance racing in the ...