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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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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This bonkers EV will be launched this year, and Hyundai is planning to extend the kit for use on other future N products. If the Ioniq 5 N wasn’t crazy enough for you, the engineers at Hyundai have heard your plea, and have now introduced the Ioniq 5 N NPX1. Debuting at the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon, it's a transformation that turns the Ioniq 5 N into a tech marvel straight ...
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The Porsche Macan has been exhilarating the automotive world since its debut over a decade ago. Now, it's time to plug in and power up as Porsche unveils the new all-electric Macan. Debuting in Singapore, it promises to eclipse even the legendary 911 in popularity stakes. Two variants were revealed at launch - the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo. Crafted on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE), these models are designed with ...
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The Lotus Eletre is the brand’s first foray into the world of SUVs - Sacrilegious to the purists, but alluring to a new generation. When the Lotus Eletre first rocked up to the scene, it shocked motoring press worldwide. Controversial would be the word to describe the whole ordeal, mainly because ‘this’ is pretty much what the world thinks a Lotus shouldn’t be; a tech-laden lumbering electric SUV. Mind you, this was ...
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It's time to plug into the future as pre-sale online reservations for the Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 EV range are now live. If you've been dreaming about making a switch to electric, here's your chance to secure your spot in the driver's seat, with indicative prices that are sparking interest citywide. ID.4 Pro Meet the ID.4 Pro, Volkswagen's first fully electric SUV, where zero emissions meet carbon-neutral production. This SUV boasts a 77-kWh battery ...
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