The Opel Combo-e Life combines the best of both worlds; a practical family hauler and room to spare for prospective cargo needs. The Opel range in Singapore is pretty complete for the most part. For smaller families, the Mokka-e is zippy around town, and the bigger van-like Zafira-e is catered to the business executive folk. But, what if you were someone who wanted a practical family vehicle, but needed extra room for ...
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The BMW i5 presents a thoroughly convincing case for itself, and for prospective buyers who are thinking of making the jump to EVs. This is probably one of the most anticipated vehicles in recent history - the 8th generation BMW 5 Series. Dubbed the G60, it follows in the footsteps of a famed legacy, a car that its creators believe is still one of the world’s most beloved executive saloons. I mean, ...
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This collaboration between EVe and Huawei Ultra-fast chargers is poised to make the charging time closer to that spent at petrol kiosks. Huawei International and EV-Electric (EVe) Charging Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Singapore's Land Transport Authority, have now joined forces to address Singapore's expanding Electric Vehicle (EV) charging needs. The two companies have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which outlines collaboration in key areas such as market insights, technological ...
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The new partnership sees CDG Engie, Charge+, Shell, SP Group and Volt granting new BYD buyers discounted charging rates. New BYD owners will soon be spoilt for choice of charging options. That's because BYD has recently formed a partnership with five different EV charging operators, enabling new BYD owners in Singapore to enjoy discounted charging rates as they embark on their electric vehicle (EV) journey. The announcement came on March 15, 2024, bringing ...
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Mini has recently commenced the production of the new fifth-generation Mini Cooper. Associates at the Mini Plant Oxford recently celebrated this milestone alongside Head of Mini, Stefanie Wurst, in a special on-site event. The first three-door model rolled off the production line, driven by none other than Charlie Cooper, grandson of the legendary John Cooper, whose legacy inspired the iconic Cooper moniker. Stefanie Wurst, Head of Mini, stated, “This milestone underscores our commitment ...
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Zzztt zztttz ztzztt zzzzt isn’t the sound you want from a muscle car, but it might come from the new 2025 Dodge Charger soon enough. Dodge is charging ahead into a new era of muscle cars with the world's first and (so far) only electric muscle car - the Dodge Charger. Everything is going electric these days, and Dodge is hopping on that bandwagon, introducing its first "multi-energy muscle car," offering both ...
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March is an exciting month for Porsche, with 3 features for fans to enjoy, starting with the Porsche Vision Renndienst concept car now on display at Porsche Studio Singapore. The Porsche Vision Renndienst, an all-electric 'minibus' concept, has arrived in Singapore, kicking off its global tour outside of Europe. This futuristic shuttle, designed by Porsche's Design Studio, challenges the traditional idea of a Porsche by focusing on space and luxury. The concept ...
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The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is another expansion of the EQ portfolio and one that challenges its rivals head-on. When the titans of the automotive industry, Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, announced their foray into electrification, they promised a streamlining of their model ranges, a focused approach to customer preferences, and a reduction in the number of model variants. However, skeptics, including myself, suspected that these declarations might just be lip service, and the ...
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The Opel Combo-e Life combines practicality and versatility into one eco-friendly package. Opel Singapore has just launched the Combo-e Life, offering a versatile solution that seamlessly transitions between leisure and business needs, catering to families and professionals alike. This MPV variant, born from the commercial panel van Combo-e launched in late 2022, combines practicality with comfort, making it an ideal choice for various lifestyles. Designed with families in mind, the Combo-e Life prioritises ...
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Slap an additional motor, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5 Inspiration adds another personality to its already sensible ensemble - unadulterated fun. Hyundai's electric era has taken the world by storm, epitomised by the trailblazing Ioniq 5. The harbinger of Hyundai's ambitious Ioniq lineup has now spun off into multiple variants, each promising to sprinkle electric magic for every demographic profile out there. Fans the world over have been raving about the Ioniq ...
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Volvo states that it achieved substantial sales growth with EV models accounting for 40% of its total sales. Wearnes Automotive, the exclusive dealer for Volvo Cars Singapore, has recently announced that Volvo has seen a positive 20% year-over-year sales growth in 2023. The Swedish marque saw its XC40 Recharge EV crossover become its top-selling model for 2024; EV models comprised 40% of its total sales. 2024 is also the year a new ...
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A luxury Kia? Yes, you read that right, and the Kia EV9 does plenty to justify a once-fanciful price. With their recent surge in popularity, the automotive market is now flooded with all sorts of new-fangled EVs. Whatever the heart desires, there is a car that will fit your needs. So, how would an automaker stand out amongst the surging EV wave? Well, you dial it up to eleven of course. This is ...
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BMW Group Asia has recently published their record-breaking sales numbers across Southeast Asia for the year 2023. These numbers indicate that there is increasing affection for BMW and MINI models in Southeast Asia. With the BMW brand itself revving up an 18% growth over the previous year, and the BMW M, the marque's performance division, accelerating an impressive 85%, it's clear that the thirst for luxury and speed is far from being ...
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The new facility is the first dedicated EV simulator centre in Singapore, training technicians in EV maintenance and servicing sectors. BYD Singapore and NTUC LearningHub have recently launched the first-ever electric vehicle (EV) training centre. Located within the tech-forward precincts of the NTUC LHUB Industry Skills Centre in Benoi, this initiative is set to improve the local automotive workforce with the essential know-how for future EV technologies. Dr Amy Khor, Senior Minister of ...
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The all-new Polestar 4 has just gone on sale in Europe and Australia, and is expected to launch in other territories soon. The Polestar 4 has officially gone on sale in European and Australian markets. This sleek SUV coupe, which began rolling off the Chinese production lines back in November last year, is prepping for a mid-2024 production start, with the keys expected to be in the hands of eager drivers by ...
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