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by Joel Tam 13 April 2026

AutoTalk – Chen Ting (Thilo) on Focus, Ecosystems and the Future of Pirelli in Southeast Asia

When Thilo moved from China to Singapore in August 2025 to take up the role of Managing Director for Pirelli Asia Pte Ltd, he did not arrive with a grand plan about scale or domination. Instead, he spoke about focus. About ecosystems. About long-term trust. With 25 years in the automotive industry and a front-row seat to China’s explosive growth across SUVs, EVs and autonomous technology, Thilo brings both realism and conviction ...

by Joel Tam 2 April 2026

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AutoTalk – A Conversation on Design, Technology and the Future of Driving

There’s a moment when you stand in front of the new BMW i3, and suddenly, everything just clicks. No, not in a dramatic way. More like a quiet realisation that something has definitely shifted. The proportions feel right, the tech feels intentional, and somehow, despite everything being new, it still feels like a BMW. Over conversations with Norman Wiebking, Stephan Durach and Oliver Heilmer, it becomes clear that this wasn’t accidental. Getting the ...

by Sean Loo 4 February 2026

James Ng, Managing Director of BYD Singapore

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AutoTalk – BYD Singapore Builds on a Breakthrough 2025, Sets Sights on Broader Electrification and Stronger Customer Touchpoints

BYD Singapore ended 2025 at the top of the sales charts, achieving a record number of car sales despite steepening prices and an ever-competitive vehicular landscape. This milestone illustrates just how quickly the Singapore car market has embraced electrification and how decisively BYD has positioned itself within that shift. To understand more about how BYD plans to continue this impressive momentum, we sat down with Mr James Ng, Managing Director of BYD ...

by Sean Loo 27 January 2025

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AutoTalk – A Conversation with Mr Glenn Tan, President Of Motor Traders Association

We catch up with Glenn Tan, President Of Motor Traders Association, to find out more about what makes the Singapore Motorshow tick. The roar of engines, the gleam of polished metal under exhibition lights, and the electric buzz of car enthusiasts discussing horsepower figures and futuristic tech. The Singapore Motorshow has long been the beating heart of the nation’s automotive scene. But beyond the dazzling car displays and celebrity appearances lies an ...

by Sean Loo 12 January 2025

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AutoTalk – A Conversation With Alexander Fabig, Vice President Of Individualisation And Classic At Porsche AG

There’s something undeniably captivating about the art of customisation, and at Porsche, no one understands this better than Alexander Fabig. Alexander is the current Vice President of Individualisation and Classic at Porsche, and his journey in the automotive world is as compelling as the vehicles he’s helped create, culminating in the awe-inspiring Sonderwunsch program. We caught up with him at the launch of the limited-edition Celestial Jade Taycan, and dove more in-depth ...

by Sean Loo 31 December 2024

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AutoTalk – A Conversation With Steve Eum, Vice President of Design at Chery Automobile

With over 25 years of experience, Steve Eum has made many a contribution in reshaping how we view automotive design. Now serving as Vice President and General Manager of Design at Chery Automobile Co. Ltd, he’s at the helm of a brand that’s rapidly evolving from a regional contender to a global innovator. Our conversation with Mr Eum delved into his career, Chery’s remarkable growth, and the company’s plans for electrifying the ...