B-segment SUVs represent one of the hottest global markets, so Peugeot wants to make sure its e-2008 remains fresh and competitive against its competitors. There weren’t any drastic changes to the car, but the mid-cycle facelift aligns the model to Peugeot’s latest visual identity, first introduced with the 508 earlier this year. Fresh new claws New claw-like triple vertical lights are built into the bumper's glossy black inserts, matching up with the front ...
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Mercedes-Benz’s best-selling SUV model, the all-new GLC, has an all-new look, arriving in Singapore in two electrifying variants. Mercedes-Benz has officially launched the all-new GLC SUV in Singapore. According to the German automaker, this is their best-selling SUV, and this new iteration promises added functionality and better styling. Electrifying In Singapore, the all-new GLC will come in two variants - the GLC300 and GLC300e. The former is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre in-line ...
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Android smartphone users will now be able to open, start, and close their BMW without ever taking their phones out of their pocket. Cool stuff. And this isn’t even new-ish tech either. BMW first announced the hands-free software, dubbed Digital Key Plus, to the BMW iX back in February 2021. Now, the company has expanded the app, and will now be available for users with Android smartphones. With a compatible smartphone, customers ...
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Borneo Motors, the official dealer for Toyota in Singapore, is introducing transparent prices across its sales channels for added peace of mind. As with any product or item you purchase in your life, the price point does play a lot in your eventual decision-making. This is true for cars too in Singapore, yet there are countless reasons why your car might be priced differently from the next customer. It could even ...
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The Honda Freed is an all-in-one compact family package for seven. Every time I approach a mini-MPV, regardless of make and model, I can't help but have one crucial thought in my head. Can this thing fit seven people in comfort? Being an owner of a full-sized MPV, I always have my doubts about smaller MPVs and their ability to deliver on their promises. Unfortunately, my scepticism is valid. For example, the ...
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The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class arrives with bolder looks and a technologically-savvy cabin. Mercedes-Benz has recently unveiled the new E-Class saloon, and its packing loads of tech and upgrades to stand toe-to-toe with the competition. With this new generation, its wheelbase has grown 22mm, and its bold new looks have some people sitting on the fence. I'm of course talking about the new taillights, which now meet in the middle to emphasise the width ...
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McLaren has recently revealed the all-new 750S, bringing on additional performance and tech upgrades. McLaren has recently lifted the covers off the all-new 750S, the next-in-line replacement for the best-selling 720S. Looks mostly the same, don’t they? While the new car is technically built upon its predecessor, McLaren claims that the incoming 750S is comprised of about 30 per cent new components. As its name suggests, the 750S is more powerful and ...
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A little more than a year ago, Maserati revealed the Grecale, the automaker's first compact SUV. Aimed squarely at the ever-popular SUV market, the Grecale was launched with three variants. At that time, the Italian marque promised to release an all-electric version of the SUV “in a year’s time”, and thankfully they kept that promise. At last week's Auto Shanghai 2023, Maserati revealed its first electric SUV — the Grecale Folgore. Fittingly, Folgore ...
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Borneo Motors Singapore, Lexus’ authorised car distributor, revealed the launch of the all-new RZ 450e, Lexus' first 100 per cent Battery EV (BEV). This is a significant milestone for Lexus, as it marks a new era for the ‘Lexus Electrified’ vision, moving Lexus towards its goal of a sustainable global society. The RZ retains all of the exquisite qualities of performance and craftsmanship that are distinctive to Lexus, down to the luxury, ...
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The highly acclaimed family car gets a full-electric addition to its lineup. The Kia Niro Hybrid launched in Singapore last year to much fanfare. It had all of the features you wanted, a comfortable ride, and it can do all of that whilst still giving you amazing fuel economy. Building on that success, Kia has now deleted the Niro's exhaust pipes and given it an electric whirr instead. Welcome everyone, to the ...
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The Porsche Taycan is a visceral EV pill that prioritises the enjoyment of driving over anything else. And those are strong words for what is essentially the base model of the Taycan. Traditionally, car buyers would scoff at the mention of the words "base" and "model", which commonly denotes the trim level that lacks most of the upmarket or premium features, gatekept behind higher paywalls. However, that does not mean they are ...
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Big news for Volkswagen Golf fans, as you can now get it with a much more friendly COE price. The Volkswagen Golf has always been a fan favourite in Singapore. Compact, fun to drive, and reasonably quick. All the right reasons to own a car in our dense cityscape. Now, Volkswagen has brought an even better deal to the table, as the Mk 8 Golf is now eligible for registration here in ...
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This will be the first electric vehicle to carry the Maybach monocle. The all-new Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV will debut next month in China. Slated to launch at Auto Shanghai on April 17, Maybach released a lone teaser image that has fewer details than recent spy shots. The design has already been leaked online, but the details of the car are still hazy. The teaser depicts the car underneath a sheet. While ...
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Although the Maserati Ghibli GT has a downsized heart, it doesn’t compromise on fun and enjoyment. It seems like the days of petrol are truly numbered. With pressure from government entities and eco-conscious institutions, we have started to see a massive shift within the car industry. A shift that abolishes fuel burners in favour of efficient alternative means. No matter what option we pick, the outcome will eventually be the same. The ...
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The Mercedes-Benz EQV takes the tried and true V-class formula and gives it an electric twist. Electric offerings are all the rage these days, with more EVs popping up on the market with each new year. Mercedes-Benz doesn't want to lose out on a slice of this new electric pie, and has gone all out to introduce a new suite of EV products. This is their latest one in Singapore yet. ...
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