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by Sean Loo 5 September 2026

Beyond the car: BYD Lifestyle Privilege Programme Makes Ownership Part Of Everyday Life

The Chinese carmaker has launched its first lifestyle privilege programme in Singapore, as it looks to deepen its relationship with a rapidly growing community of BYD and Denza owners. Buying a car has traditionally been a fairly straightforward transaction. A customer chooses a model, collects the keys and, apart from servicing appointments and the occasional owners’ event, the relationship with the manufacturer largely revolves around the vehicle. BYD wants to change that. ...

by Ben Chia 5 September 2026

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BYD and Denza launches new lifestyle programme for customers

BYD and Denza have launched its new Lifestyle Privilege Programme in Singapore, which lets customers enjoy perks and benefits from 88 brands across 10 categories. BYD and Denza customers in Singapore can now look forward to a new Lifestyle Privilege Programme, which gives them access to perks from various partners spanning 10 categories across over 600 touchpoints, ranging from F&B, hospitality, retail, wellness, healthcare, travel and more. Eligible customers will receive a ...

by Ben Chia 1 September 2026

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Mercedes-Benz Studio Singapore to welcome new art installation

Mercedes-Benz showcased an interactive art installation at this year’s Green House sustainability event, which will also be displayed at the new Mercedes-Benz Studio Singapore. Mercedes-Benz will be showcasing a new art installation at its recently opened Mercedes-Benz Studio Singapore at Gardens By The Bay, and the public got its first look at the art piece at the recent Green House sustainability event that took place at Temasek Shophouse on the weekend ...

by Ben Chia 1 September 2026

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Ora 5 Review

The cutesy Ora brand has grown up with its first SUV model for Singapore, and the Ora 5 offers practical usability with its own unique charm. There are some cars where I wished I had more time to test drive sometimes. Typically these are either mind-blowing high-performance models that I don’t get to experience often, or extremely fun to drive cars that just make me reluctant to hand the keys back. The ...

by Sean Loo 31 August 2026

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Singapore Golfers Secure Places At BMW Golf Cup World Final In South Africa

Eugene Heng and Intarasoot Potjanart will represent Singapore at the BMW Golf Cup World Final in March 2027 after emerging victorious at the local National Final. Two of Singapore's leading amateur golfers are heading to South Africa after securing their places at the BMW Golf Cup World Final 2026. Eugene Heng and Intarasoot Potjanart emerged as the respective Men's Open and Ladies Open winners at the BMW Golf Cup National Final 2026, ...

by Sean Loo 30 August 2026

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XPeng X9 Pro Review

It may be a minor technological update, but new hardware in the XPeng X9 Pro gives the car a significant bump in software usability. It seems now that every modern carmaker now talks about software, artificial intelligence and “ecosystems” with the enthusiasm of people who have just discovered Silicon Valley. Cars are essentially moving computers now, and you can’t go anywhere without some virtual assistant analysing your every move. None is more ...

by Sean Loo 30 August 2026

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Ferrari Amalfi Review

The Ferrari Amalfi may be the least powerful and least expensive Ferrari you can buy today, but it could also be one of the easiest to genuinely enjoy. It's weird to call any Ferrari an entry-level model. Entry-level suggests sensible shoes, base-spec infotainment and perhaps a monthly instalment plan you can discuss without first contacting your private banker. The Ferrari Amalfi, meanwhile, comes with 631bhp, a twin-turbocharged V8 and a price ...

by Joel Tam 28 August 2026

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A Fun & Informative Hybrid-EV Workshop

Think you know the truth about hybrids and electric cars? You might be surprised. "Are EVs the only kind of cars allowed in 2030?""Which is really better, hybrids or EVs?"EVs are prone to catching fire, is that true?As electrified vehicles become more common on Singapore roads, questions and opinions about them abound. EV batteries don’t last. Hybrids are only useful in city traffic. EVs cost less to run. Bigger batteries are ...

by Ben Chia 24 August 2026

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Hyundai Ioniq 9 Review

Hyundai adds a large electric seven-seater SUV to its lineup, and the Ioniq 9 delivers a remarkably refined and tech-laden experience for the family. It seems like if you want a large electric six- or seven-seater car here, there’s simply no escaping the number 9. Aside from the numerous Chinese MPVs that all feature the digit in their names, even the SUV options all have ‘9’ in their nomenclature. There’s the versatile ...

by Sean Loo 24 August 2026

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MINI And Paul Smith Bring Their Latest Collaboration To Orchard Road

MINI and British fashion designer Paul Smith are bringing their long-running creative partnership to the heart of Orchard Road, with a new pop-up offering Singapore visitors an early look at the upcoming MINI Paul Smith Edition. Running from 28 August to 6 September 2026, the installation will be located at UGR 28, outside Mandarin Gallery, and will feature design exhibits, interactive experiences and a look back at nearly three decades of ...

by Sean Loo 24 August 2026

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Levelled-Up Racing At HyperDrive Returns With PUMA Southeast Asia

Levelled-Up Racing at HyperDrive will return for its fourth edition in 2026, with PUMA Southeast Asia joining as the event’s latest brand partner. The competition will run from 21 August to 30 September, before the fastest drivers meet for the finals on 4 October. Held at HyperDrive at The Palawan @ Sentosa, the competition combines electric karting with a straightforward challenge: set a quick lap, make the cut and earn a place ...

by Ben Chia 24 August 2026

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Mercedes-Benz launches GLC Electric at its new Studio

Mercedes-Benz has launched its all-new GLC Electric, with the car being unveiled at the Mercedes-Benz Studio at Gardens By The Bay. The all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric has been officially launched in Singapore, with the car being unveiled at the Mercedes-Benz Studio at Gardens By The Bay on 20 August. The Studio, which will officially open to public visitors on 2 September, is designed as a limited-time destination that serves as an event ...

by Ben Chia 24 August 2026

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All-new Mazda 6e officially launched in Singapore

Mazda has officially launched its new electric 6e sedan here, following an earlier preview at the Singapore Motorshow in January. Mazda is stepping fully into the electric revolution in Singapore with the launch of its new 6e, which was unveiled at an event held at Suntec City on 20 August. The 6e is Mazda’s first electric sedan, and just the second electric Mazda to officially go on sale here after the MX-30. ...

by Joel Tam 23 August 2026

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Toyota RAV4 2.5 Premium Review

Somewhere along the way, SUVs started looking less and less like SUVs. Walk through a carpark today, and you’ll see plenty of smooth noses, curving rooflines, flush door handles and full-width light bars. BYDs, Teslas and the growing wave of Chinese EVs have certainly moved automotive design forward. After a while though, quite a few of them start blending into one another. Not the RAV4 though. It's been a crowd favourite for ...

by Sean Loo 18 August 2026

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Denza B5 Review

The Denza B5 is one of those cars that makes you reconsider what constitutes luxury, while simultaneously being knee-deep in gravel and mud. Back then, a proper luxury off-roader had to come from somewhere very specific. If you wanted toughness, you looked to a Land Cruiser. If you wanted elegance, perhaps a Lexus. And if you wanted both, you generally prepared yourself for a rather painful conversation with your bank manager. ...