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by Sean Loo 7 October 2024

Hyundai And Waymo Enter Multi-Year Strategic Partnership

Hyundai Motor Company and Waymo have just announced a multi-year strategic partnership, marking a step forward for autonomous driving. This collaboration will initially focus on integrating Waymo’s sixth-generation fully autonomous technology, known as the Waymo Driver, into Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ 5 SUV, which will eventually join Waymo’s growing fleet. If you’re wondering what this means, the IONIQ 5 is about to become a full-fledged autonomous vehicle. The vehicles slated for Waymo’s fleet ...

by Sean Loo 7 October 2024

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This Is The New Mclaren W1

McLaren has motorsport running through its veins, and it has turned that knowledge into road-going prowess. As of October 6, the 50th anniversary of its first F1 Constructor’s Championship win with driver Emerson Fittipaldi, McLaren has another reason to celebrate: the unveiling of its newest supercar, the W1. For those who are well-versed in McLaren’s lineage, the W1 is the spiritual successor to the McLaren F1 of the '90s and the ...

by Sean Loo 7 October 2024

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BMW Launches Refreshed 4 Series and i4 In Singapore

BMW Asia has just unveiled two exciting new additions to their line-up in Singapore, the all-electric BMW i4 and the refreshed BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. At first glance, both the i4 and the 4 Series Gran Coupe sport slim headlights and that unmistakable vertically aligned BMW kidney grille. But, the i4’s electric powertrain means it needs less cooling, so you’ll notice its kidney grille has a fully enclosed upper section. The ...

by Sean Loo 6 October 2024

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Porsche Taycan 2024 Review

The Porsche Taycan refresh proves that Porsche’s electric soul still shines bright amongst its rivals. The Porsche Taycan sits in a space that’s neither purely a sports car nor entirely a saloon. It straddles both worlds, doing so with a finesse few cars can match. And that is why, even after four years on the market, the Taycan is still one of the few electric options that can give you that Porsche ...

by Sean Loo 2 October 2024

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Hyundai Hits 100 Million Vehicle Milestone

Hyundai has just rolled its 100 millionth vehicle off the production line, a feat that took 57 years. This makes Hyundai one of the fastest-growing players in the global automotive scene. To mark this significant milestone, the company celebrated with a ceremony at its iconic Ulsan Plant in Korea, where it all began. In a fitting tribute, Hyundai delivered its “100 million and first” vehicle (an IONIQ 5) to a lucky customer. Jaehoon ...

by Sean Loo 28 September 2024

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Skoda Enyaq Coupe vRS Review

The Skoda Enyaq Coupe vRS marries sensible practicality with enough speed to frighten your family. This is Skoda’s first foray into the EV market in Singapore. Built on the Volkswagen Group MEB platform, this Czech shares the same underpinnings as the Volkswagen ID.4/ID.5 and the Audi Q4 e-tron. It’s a packed family, but the Enyaq still manages to charm with a lil’ bit of Skoda’s practical magic. Simply clever While its siblings actively do ...

by Sean Loo 26 September 2024

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DongFeng Box Arrives In Singapore

If you're in the market for a new Cat A electric vehicle, here’s something fresh to consider: the Dongfeng Box. Now available at $148,888 with COE, this five-door hatchback, brought to us by newcomer Volt Auto, is Dongfeng's latest addition to the EV scene. At 4,030mm long, the Dongfeng Box isn't exactly what you'd call "large" but thanks to a wheelbase of 2,660mm, it promises a surprisingly spacious interior. Compact on the ...

by Sean Loo 26 September 2024

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Income Insurance Launches eDrivo Emergency Mobile EV Rescue Service

Income Insurance has just launched its new eDrivo Car Insurance, specially designed for electric vehicles (EVs). eDrivo brings something fresh to the table with two industry-first benefits: 24/7 emergency mobile rescue and a voluntary battery replacement excess, addressing two of the biggest headaches for EV owners, range anxiety and the high cost of battery replacement. In partnership with Power Up Tech (P.UP), Singapore’s first and only mobile EV charging service, eDrivo policyholders ...

by Sean Loo 26 September 2024

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Demand For Electric Vehicles In Singapore Rises Despite Apprehensions

These apprehensions about electric vehicles in Singapore are mainly centred on charging interoperability as well as charging and operating costs. According to the EY 2024 Mobility Consumer Index (MCI), 73% of car buyers in Singapore are now looking at EVs, a significant jump from last year’s 63%. That’s compared to the global average of 58%. What’s more interesting is that 40% of potential EV buyers in Singapore are leaning towards battery electric ...

by Sean Loo 25 September 2024

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Lamborghini Urus SE Debuts In Singapore

The Italian marque's latest high-performance electrified offering, the Lamborghini Urus SE, has just made its debut in Singapore. Designed to push the boundaries of what a super SUV can be, the Lamborghini Urus SE blends the heart-racing power of a sports car with the versatility and luxury of an SUV. Beneath its sharply styled exterior, the Urus SE houses a roaring 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. The numbers speak for themselves; 650hp, 850Nm ...

by Joel Tam 23 September 2024

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BMW i5 Touring eDrive40 M Sport Review

The BMW i5 Touring merges luxury, performance, and practicality in a unique, all-electric package. But in today’s challenging car market, can this sleek EV justify its premium price? The all-electric BMW i5 Touring is a bold statement on wheels. As someone who’s always had a soft spot for wagons (yes, we do exist), I was eager to see how BMW would bring the executive estate into the electric age. When I first ...

by Sean Loo 22 September 2024

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Volvo EX30 Review

For a compact crossover, the Volvo EX30 punches well above its weight. Volvo’s lineup is a showcase of SUVs these days, and their most compact offering now is the EX30. It's new and all-electric, which is perfect considering Volvo’s commitment to going fully electric by 2030. The EX30 shares its platform with the Smart #1 and Zeekr X, thanks to Volvo’s parent company, Geely. But while the bones may be the same, ...

by Sean Loo 18 September 2024

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The Nissan Ariya Is Now Available In Singapore

Tan Chong Motor has just opened orders for the all-electric Nissan Ariya. Crafted in Japan, the Nissan Ariya’s design philosophy draws from Japanese minimalism, integrating the concept of Iki, which is all about understated elegance. One of the standout details is the Kumiko pattern on the front shield, a traditional Japanese motif that you’ll also find tastefully woven into the cabin’s design. And speaking of the cabin, Andon lighting, reminiscent of the soft ...

by Sean Loo 18 September 2024

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Lotus Emeya S Review

The world of electric cars is moving fast, and the Lotus Emeya is keeping pace with the best of them. When you think of Lotus, it’s all about lightweight handling and nimble sports cars, right? Well, the Emeya wants to change that narrative. This is the second all-electric offering from Lotus in this new era under the Geely umbrella, and it was designed specifically to shake up the luxury EV market, positioning ...

by Sean Loo 17 September 2024

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Audi Will Soon Adopt Direct-To-Consumer Sale Model In Singapore

Audi Singapore is giving us a peek into their future of automotive retail, with a blend of retail, service, and brand initiatives. Teaming up with long-time partner Premium Automobiles Pte Ltd, Audi is launching the highly anticipated Audi House of Progress Singapore. This immersive lifestyle hub, along with a brand-new online sales platform and a lineup of new electric models, is Audi’s way of redefining the car-buying experience in the Lion ...