Starting January 1, 2025, new diesel cars and taxis will no longer be registered in Singapore. This initiative, announced back in March 2021 during a Parliamentary debate on environmental sustainability, is a bid to reduce overall vehicular pollution. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) noted on July 10 that since the announcement, the proportion of new diesel car and taxi registrations has remained below 1 percent, thanks to the availability of cleaner alternatives. By ...
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Cat A is hot, and here are the new cars launched that are sold under this COE category. Many Singaporeans looking to make their first or next car purchase will likely look at cars that fall under COE Category A or Cat A. This is thanks to our world-famous taxation system that doubles or even triples a car's selling price and then tacks on a "digital paper qualification to purchase" called ...
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In a bid to cool astronomical COE prices, there will be an increase in quota for both Category A and B segments in the May to July quarter. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has recently announced that it will increase the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) quota for vehicular categories A and B over the next few quarters. This one-time adjustment aims to reduce supply volatility which was the root cause behind ...
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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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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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Tesla has begun offering discounts to electric vehicle buyers in Singapore, by up to 5%. Tesla fans, rejoice! The famed EV brand has recently announced that the prices (excluding COE) for its Model 3 and Model Y are dropping by as much as 5%. The new prices for the various models are as follows. Tesla states that the price drops are in part due to improvements in vehicle manufacturing and cost control, ...
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Volkswagen and Škoda are returning to the Cars@Expo retail fair happening this weekend. Cars@Expo is back! Happening this weekend from 15-16 April 2023, prospective buyers can visit the Volkswagen and Škoda booths for great deals and attractive discounts. Guests can look forward to family-oriented vehicles like the Volkswagen Tiguan, Arteon and Škoda Kodiaq, or the performance-fueled Škoda Octavia RS. First-time car buyers can also view the brands’ expanded Cat A COE lineup, ...
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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 Maserati Levante GT continues to exude the Italian marque’s famed flair and mantra, now packaged in a family-friendly package. Love them or hate them, SUVs - or crossovers - are here to stay. The general public just can’t seem to get enough of them, and the industry that shifted so much to the point where producing SUVs has now become a make-or-break move necessary for keeping a brand afloat. Here’s where ...
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The Jeep Wrangler has been retrofitted with modern creature comforts but still retains its old-school barbarian charm. From its inception, the Jeep Wrangler has always had unique appeal going for it. It's one of those iconic cars in automotive history that exudes a certain philosophy, and to this day it still refuses to bend its traditional formula in order to conform with the rest of the industry. A dinosaur in our strange ...
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The 911 Carrera GTS 30 Years Thailand Edition is available in a total of seven colours, cementing the firm's three decade-presence in Thailand. Porsche has unveiled a 911 Carrera GTS, dubbed the 30 Years Porsche Thailand Edition, in celebration of the marque's 30-year presence in Thailand. The limited edition cars will be available in a total of seven iconic Paint to Sample colours, paying homage to every colour of the day ...
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Raised proportions and a functional demeanour make the Crosstar a viable proposition for prospective buyers. The Honda Jazz (or Fit if you parallel imported yours) has cemented its place early on as being the cheap and cheerful hatchback which could do it all. You had the standard variant for daily commuting, hybrid versions for added fuel efficiency, and even RS models for those who wanted a bit more fun and a ...
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Want something that can pounce on most supercars on the road and wake up the entire neighbourhood, whilst still looking discreet? Let me introduce you to the Mercedes CLS 53. This is a tried and tested formula from Mercedes - take a loud boisterous engine, throw it into one of their cars, and magic happens. In the past, this would have meant a guzzling V8 or V12, with lots of other ...
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Is the Corolla Cross a shot of innovation or JUST another "for-the-sake-of" SUV/crossover? When the Corolla Cross was first launched in Southeast Asia in 2020, Toyota's perceived "slapping of the revered 'Corolla' badge" on the boot lid of a sports utility vehicle (SUV) / crossover made me cross and take an instant dislike to this vehicle. Having grown up with the likes of the KE70 rear-wheel drive Corolla (affectionately known as ...
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The Opel Mokka is a refreshing breath of fresh air in a market jam-packed with sugar-less compact crossovers. Coffee is a sacred commodity amongst most of the adult population, and I'm sure all of us have heard countless debates on which cup of brew is arguably the best there is on our shores. In order to edge out the competition, more joints are coming up with their own unique flavours, with ingredients ...
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