The Honda Freed is an all-in-one compact family package for seven. Every time I approach a mini-MPV, regardless of make and model, I can't help but have one crucial thought in my head. Can this thing fit seven people in comfort? Being an owner of a full-sized MPV, I always have my doubts about smaller MPVs and their ability to deliver on their promises. Unfortunately, my scepticism is valid. For example, the ...
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The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class arrives with bolder looks and a technologically-savvy cabin. Mercedes-Benz has recently unveiled the new E-Class saloon, and its packing loads of tech and upgrades to stand toe-to-toe with the competition. With this new generation, its wheelbase has grown 22mm, and its bold new looks have some people sitting on the fence. I'm of course talking about the new taillights, which now meet in the middle to emphasise the width ...
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McLaren has recently revealed the all-new 750S, bringing on additional performance and tech upgrades. McLaren has recently lifted the covers off the all-new 750S, the next-in-line replacement for the best-selling 720S. Looks mostly the same, don’t they? While the new car is technically built upon its predecessor, McLaren claims that the incoming 750S is comprised of about 30 per cent new components. As its name suggests, the 750S is more powerful and ...
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A little more than a year ago, Maserati revealed the Grecale, the automaker's first compact SUV. Aimed squarely at the ever-popular SUV market, the Grecale was launched with three variants. At that time, the Italian marque promised to release an all-electric version of the SUV “in a year’s time”, and thankfully they kept that promise. At last week's Auto Shanghai 2023, Maserati revealed its first electric SUV — the Grecale Folgore. Fittingly, Folgore ...
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Nissan is doubling down on its electrification and connectivity approach, launching its new concept vehicles at Auto Shanghai 2023. Nissan went in big at the recent Auto Shanghai 2023, revealing a pair of EV concepts - the Max-Out convertible sports car, and the Arizon SUV.The Max-Out showcases what Nissan envisions performance EVs to be like in the future, while the Arizon is conceptualised to meet China’s diverse mobility needs. The hotly anticipated ...
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The new Porsche Cayenne debuts with a new digitised cockpit, a new chassis system and innovative high-tech features. Porsche has recently updated its Cayenne lineup, bestowing the model with a tech refresh as well as improvements to its handling and performance. “It’s one of the most extensive product upgrades in the history of Porsche,” says Michael Schätzle, Vice President, Cayenne Product Line. A Driver-focused Experience To make drivers feel more engaged while at ...
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Toyota Singapore recently announced the release of 8 new exclusive colours for the Yaris Cross Hybrid, in a new Urban Palette Collection. According to Toyota, the Yaris Cross Urban Palette Collection draws inspiration from the energy and vibrancy of urban environments, with each colour featured in the series reflecting the uniqueness and personality of city life. A total of 8 bright and bold colours are now available to prospective customers, and ...
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The highly acclaimed family car gets a full-electric addition to its lineup. The Kia Niro Hybrid launched in Singapore last year to much fanfare. It had all of the features you wanted, a comfortable ride, and it can do all of that whilst still giving you amazing fuel economy. Building on that success, Kia has now deleted the Niro's exhaust pipes and given it an electric whirr instead. Welcome everyone, to the ...
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The Porsche Taycan is a visceral EV pill that prioritises the enjoyment of driving over anything else. And those are strong words for what is essentially the base model of the Taycan. Traditionally, car buyers would scoff at the mention of the words "base" and "model", which commonly denotes the trim level that lacks most of the upmarket or premium features, gatekept behind higher paywalls. However, that does not mean they are ...
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Big news for Volkswagen Golf fans, as you can now get it with a much more friendly COE price. The Volkswagen Golf has always been a fan favourite in Singapore. Compact, fun to drive, and reasonably quick. All the right reasons to own a car in our dense cityscape. Now, Volkswagen has brought an even better deal to the table, as the Mk 8 Golf is now eligible for registration here in ...
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This will be the first electric vehicle to carry the Maybach monocle. The all-new Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV will debut next month in China. Slated to launch at Auto Shanghai on April 17, Maybach released a lone teaser image that has fewer details than recent spy shots. The design has already been leaked online, but the details of the car are still hazy. The teaser depicts the car underneath a sheet. While ...
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Equipped with more advanced deposit-targeting technology, the new generation of Shell fuel formula promises additional gains across its entire range. Electrification is taking the automotive industry by storm, and Shell wants to be at the forefront of its development. That is why it established Shell Recharge, dedicated charging docks islandwide for EVs. This initiative was conceptualised in 2009, and more stations are popping up in various petrol stations. In partnership with the ...
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BMW iFace is the world’s first face and eye recognition system for BMW motorcycles, providing comfort and theft protection for riders. BMW Motorrad has just announced the world’s first face and eye recognition system that provides the highest level of comfort and theft protection for future BMW motorcycles. Dubbed BMW iFace, this new technology was developed and curated for BMW Motorrad Boxer models. This system will be integrated into the new BMW ...
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Alfa Romeo is now under Capella Auto, which is part of the Komoco Group. A new showroom and service centre are due to be launched soon. Alfa Romeo has had a rocky few months at the end of 2022, having to go on a temporary hiatus due to a distributor change. Come 1st April 2023, the Italian marque finally has a new home here in Singapore. The brand will now be represented ...
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The Maserati Levante GT continues to exude the Italian marque’s famed flair and mantra, now packaged in a family-friendly package. Love them or hate them, SUVs - or crossovers - are here to stay. The general public just can’t seem to get enough of them, and the industry that shifted so much to the point where producing SUVs has now become a make-or-break move necessary for keeping a brand afloat. Here’s where ...
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