McLaren’s GT gets more power, less weight and minor styling changes, making it even more potent. Wave goodbye to the McLaren GT and roll out the red carpet for the McLaren GTS. McLaren's somewhat practical supercar has been rechristened; ready for a game of 'spot the difference'? At first glance, you might think, "What's changed?" The GTS boasts a new, more assertive front bumper, now sporting wider air intakes. Look over its shoulders, ...
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Vertex has recently been announced as the exclusive distributor for the new Chery Omoda and Jaecoo EVs in Singapore. Vertex Automobile has recently forged a new partnership with Chery International. The signing event, which happened on 30th November 2023, solidified Chery's comeback into Singapore. With this partnership, Vertex now has exclusive distribution rights for Chery’s Omoda and Jaecoo electric vehicles in Singapore. The event was graced by a roster of esteemed guests, including ...
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Heads up, cars are set to cost more in Singapore in 2024, thanks in part to the revised Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) standards. The new year comes new rules, specifically in the Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) department. And, as you might have guessed, this means a shift in car prices. The highlight of this new change is the trim in rebate for cars in the A2 band - a drop from S$15,000 ...
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Mitsubishi is taking a pause sales wise in Singapore until 2025, thanks in part to the revised emissions scheme. Mitsubishi car sales are hitting the brakes in Singapore this year. Fret not, Mitsubishi car owners - Cycle & Carriage (C&C), the brand's representative, assures that existing owners will still receive full support. The Driving Force Behind the Pause It turns out that the revised Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) and a change in vehicle ...
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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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Premium Automobiles Group will be the official distributor for ZEEKR and its two latest models in Singapore. ZEEKR, the luxury EV brand under the umbrella of China’s Geely Holding Group, is coming to Singapore in 2024. The Chinese firm has partnered with Premium Automobiles Group, the authorised dealer for Audi in Singapore. Two models will be available soon - the ZEEKR 009 and X. They’re the latest crop of vehicles from the ...
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The new Xiaomi car launch is backed by Xiaomi's CEO, who aims to become one of the world's top five automakers. Xiaomi, the Chinese giant we all know for smartphones and electronics, will soon be taking on the automotive sector. On December 28, they unveiled their very first electric car model. It’s called the SU7, and 'SU' isn’t just any acronym; it stands for "Speed Ultra". Lei Jun is pitching this sedan ...
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In this fast-paced world where flamboyance often steals the limelight, why not embrace the understated instead? That is what the Toyota Vellfire does exceptionally well. Being understated is a movement away from the garish, in-your-face extravagance that has dominated for so long. Subtlety and refinement are now the new markers of true luxury, and more people are hopping on this trend. Enter the latest Vellfire Hybrid from Toyota, an MPV that embodies ...
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The moustachioed Mini Cooper Convertible is an excellent grown-up hatch, if not the most practical choice. This is the modern facelifted Mk 3.0 Mini, born way back in 2018 and revitalised with yet another facelift back in 2021. It won’t be too long for this world, however, because Mini has since declared that it’ll be the first brand in the BMW Group to go fully electric in the 2030s. The electric revolution ...
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Porsche car number two million built for a customer in Dubai. Employees at the Porsche site in Saxony celebrated a special production milestone. The two-millionth Porsche to be built in Leipzig – a Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid in Madeira Gold Metallic – left the production line on its way to a customer in Dubai. The Panamera model line has been in operation in Leipzig since 2009. For a little bit of backstory, ...
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So many great winners, so many choices. But, only one can emerge victorious in this hotly contested arena and be crowned the 2024 AutoApp Car Of The Year. 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. 23 Round 1 winners, which then narrowed down to 11 Round 2 winners. Battles ...
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The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is all the things you loved in the regular EQS, but doubled in size to appeal to more demographics. In the realm of Mercedes-Benz’s automotive opulence, where the EQS corresponds to the antiquated S-Class and the EQE to the E-Class, we now have a new member in the circle - the EQS SUV. It’s a formidable ‘off-roader’ in Mercedes speak, and the first using the German marque’s electric ...
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After four years, the long-awaited launch of the Tesla Cybertruck electric pickup has come and gone. But, was it worth the hype? The moment we've all been waiting for has finally rolled in - the Tesla Cybertruck has hit the streets, or rather, it's gearing up to hit them. After a four-year wait that felt longer than a cross-country road trip, this angular beast has made its grand entrance. It's been ...
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Taxi operator ComfortDelGro has just launched a new fleet of 30 Lexus ES300 Hybrid taxis. Lexus, the Japanese epitome of automotive prestige, is now hitting the streets of Singapore as taxis. ComfortDelGro just dropped a fleet of 30 ES300 Hybrid taxis on November 30, making them the first taxi operator to roll out the Toyota luxury brand as cabs in our sunny city. This move wasn't a spur-of-the-moment decision. It's been brewing ...
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Two great MPVs that won in Round 1 slug it out in a fight to claim the title of Overall Best MPV. How Does ACOTY Define This Class? Price, COE category and powertrain notwithstanding, the Overall Best MPV is chosen from the multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) that won in Round 1. Check out their respective Round 1 awards below. Meet The Contenders Toyota Sienta Hybrid The Toyota Sienta Hybrid feels like more car for the money. Coupled with ...
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