At Auto Shanghai 2025, XPENG Motors announced an AI-driven future that's as thrilling as it is groundbreaking. He Xiaopeng, Chairman and CEO, didn't mince words at the unveiling: "We're not merely launching products today," he announced, confidently, "but fundamentally redefining what an automotive company can be." And redefine they certainly did, with XPENG’s new World Foundation Model, affectionately called the "AI Brain." Imagine this as a supercomputer for cars, with 35 times ...
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BMW decided to flex its muscles and showcase just what its electric models are capable of at Shanghai's Vision Driving Experience. When you think of BMW, you probably picture the classic internal combustion growl, right? Yet, standing trackside in Shanghai, the whisper-quiet agility of BMW's electrified fleet painted a compelling portrait of the future. One might ask, "Can electricity really ignite the senses as petrol power does?" Against the dazzling backdrop of ...
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This new Denza debut at Zhongshan Park is the fruit of a partnership between Sime Motors and the 1826 Collective. And together, they have orchestrated an immersive experience that redefines what it means to meet a vehicle for the first time. Think of it as less showroom, more sensorial sanctuary. Rather than leaning on sterile showrooms or overly glossy presentations, this experiential showcase weaves DENZA’s premium ethos into the rhythm of nature ...
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The term "electric crossover" is becoming about as common in the automotive world as kopi in Singapore's hawker centres. Every manufacturer seems to be cooking up their own version, each promising a blend of stylish design and practicality. Well, Cupra has now joined the fight with the Tavascan. What exactly is it? The Tavascan is closely related to its VW Group cousins like the VW ID.5, Audi Q4 Sportback, and Skoda Enyaq Coupé, ...
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Practical family movers often lean towards being desperately unexciting, but the Aion Y Plus is charming in its own unique way. Yes, it’s square, and it’s not the most striking thing to look at. But, spend some time with the Aion Y Plus, and I’m conrfident your opinion of it will change, because it delivers a lot for your dime. It’s built with a purpose, and it’s brilliant at it With design cues ...
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Mercedes-Benz Singapore has recently launched a new wave of electric vans in Singapore: the all-new eCitan, eVito, and eSprinter. Launched officially on 16 April 2025, Mercedes-Benz’s trio of battery-electric commercial vehicles is a seismic shift in how we think about vans. All three now combine zero tailpipe emissions with that polished Mercedes-Benz engineering the brand has become known for. The eCitan is as nimble as it is quiet, perfect for navigating tight alleyways ...
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Now available in Singapore, the new Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor variant balances finesse, range, and refinement. At first glance, you might be hard-pressed to tell this new Polestar 3 apart from its dual-motor siblings. The same sleek Scandinavian silhouette remains, but beneath that familiar skin are welcome changes. This is the most efficient Polestar 3 yet, delivering up to 706km of range (WLTP), thanks in part to its lighter rear-wheel-drive ...
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With its feline charm, Porsche-inspired curves, and surprising road manners, the Ora 07 injects a little personality back into electric motoring. Electric vehicles (EVs) are flooding into Singapore at an unprecedented rate. Yet, truth be told, many EVs, especially those from newer Chinese brands, can feel somewhat generic. After all, with their weighty batteries, instant torque, and eerily silent drives, EVs often come across as household appliances on wheels rather than soulful ...
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The all-new MGS5 is sleek, stylish, and ready to take on the SUV EV market. Now on display until Sunday (13 April), the car arrives not only as a fresh face in the compact electric crossover space but also as a subtle passing of the torch. This model will eventually succeed the brand’s ZS EV. But to dismiss the MGS5 EV as a mere “ZS 2.0” would be missing the point entirely. Built ...
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Less than three months after its grand debut, Neta has exited the Singapore market. Tucked away at One Commonwealth, the Neta showroom was once heralded as a sign of bold ambitions, a local beachhead for a Chinese upstart looking to go global. But, it appears that the showroom has now closed its doors permanently. Grand opening to closed curtains It had all started with a respectable enough fanfare. At the 2025 Singapore Motorshow, the ...
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Mercedes-Benz Singapore's highly anticipated Mission Electric is back, and this time it’s not just about test drives and hashtags. Mission Electric 2025 invites both EV evangelists and curious newcomers to step into the future, one electrified kilometre at a time. A Festival of the Future From April through June 2025, Mercedes-Benz Singapore is transforming its electric lineup into a travelling showcase. Over three months, Mission Electric will crisscross the island, quite literally taking ...
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When one hears the name 'Smart', the image that often springs to mind is that of a diminutive city car, perfect for zipping through tight urban streets and squeezing into the smallest of parking spots. However, the automotive landscape is ever-evolving, and Smart has decided to shake things up with the #3 Brabus, a vehicle that ventures boldly into the realm of performance crossovers. A Bold New Direction At first glance, the Smart ...
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They say lightning never strikes the same place twice, but the Italian Trident just launched three new electrified Maserati Folgore models. And just like that, Modena’s fabled trident carved out a new chapter in Singapore’s electrified motoring scene. Meet the Maserati Folgore trio: Grecale, GranTurismo, and GranCabrio. Three distinctive models, one common current. In case your Italian’s a little rusty, Folgore translates to ‘lightning’. A rather fitting label for Maserati’s new line of ...
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Situated within the grounds of Deqing Industrial Park in Shenzhen’s Longgang District, the BYD History Museum stands as a dedicated chronicle of the brand’s remarkable transformation. BYD has had a stoic past, coming from a modest battery manufacturer established in 1995 to a leading global innovator in electric mobility and sustainable technology. This museum occupies BYD’s original headquarters, which served as the company’s operational base from 1995 to 2000. Comprising two restored ...
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At BYD Tech Day 2025, we had the opportunity to test out a variety of new BYD models, even getting the chance to take a dip in one of them. We were recently invited by BYD to Shenzhen, China, to attend their annual Tech Day. The Pingshan Bay Area Intelligent Test Drive Centre staged an immersive showcase of its latest technologies and provided us a glimpse of what new models will ...
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