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by Sean Loo 6 June 2026

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The All-New Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Arrives In Singapore

Now entering its sixth generation, the all-new Toyota RAV4 Full Hybrid arrives in Singapore with a fresh design, a more sophisticated cabin, improved refinement and the latest Toyota Safety Sense 4.0 technology. Toyota's experience with hybrid technology needs little introduction. After all, the Japanese manufacturer has spent more than two decades refining electrified drivetrains long before they became mainstream. The RAV4 features Toyota's fifth-generation hybrid system, built around a 2.5-litre A25A-FXS petrol ...

by Ben Chia 6 June 2026

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Mercedes-Benz celebrates 140 years with preview of new S-Class

Mercedes-Benz is celebrating its 140th anniversary with an epic round-the-world drive in its new S-Class, while Singapore will also get a new Mercedes-Benz Studio. Mercedes-Benz is celebrating its 140th anniversary in 2026, and it is marking the occasion with a round-the-world journey in a convoy featuring three of its brand-new S-Class luxury sedans. The journey is expected to cover 140 places spanning about 50,000km in total, and the convoy arrived in Singapore ...

by Sean Loo 5 June 2026

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AutoTalk – Marcel Luis Mustelier Perez, President & CEO of Mercedes-Benz Singapore

As the Singapore automotive industry undergoes one of its most significant transformations in history, Mercedes-Benz is preparing for one of the largest product offensives the company has ever undertaken. For Mercedes-Benz Singapore, the coming years will see a substantial expansion of both its combustion-engine and electric vehicle line-up, accompanied by new digital technologies, upgraded customer touchpoints and a renewed emphasis on ownership experiences. Leading this charge is Marcel Luis Mustelier Perez, President ...

by Joel Tam 2 June 2026

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Subaru Solterra XT Review

The EV market is moving quickly. Manufacturers are racing to launch new models, chase longer range figures and introduce ever more technology. Against that backdrop, the Subaru Solterra XT might seem like a late arrival. After spending time with the car, I suspect Subaru would be perfectly happy with that observation. The Japanese brand has rarely been the first to jump on a trend. Instead, it has traditionally taken a more measured ...

by Sean Loo 1 June 2026

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Zenvo Aurora Makes Singapore Debut

Danish hypercar manufacturer Zenvo Automotive has brought its highly anticipated Aurora to Singapore for the first time, offering an exclusive preview of the world's most powerful V12-engined hypercar. The showcase was hosted in collaboration with Wearnes Automotive, marking another step in Zenvo's global expansion efforts ahead of the model's production launch. While the Republic remains one of the world's most challenging markets in which to own a car, it also boasts a ...

by Joel Tam 25 May 2026

Featured, Lifestyle, People

AutoTalk – Rene Gerhard, Managing Director of BMW Group Asia

There’s something unexpectedly refreshing about speaking to Rene Gerhard. You sit down expecting another carefully polished corporate interview about electrification, premium mobility and the future of the automotive industry. Within minutes, the conversation drifts into Iron Maiden concerts, USB sticks full of ripped CDs, dogs, family memories, old BMWs and why he still refuses to stream music. He may be decked out in a suit, but Gerhard already feels less like ...

by Ben Chia 22 May 2026

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Porsche 911 Turbo S roars into Singapore

The most powerful production Porsche 911 yet, the new 911 Turbo S, has roared into Singapore, with just five units that have all been spoken for. The all-new Porsche 911 Turbo S has arrived in Singapore, following an event held at an exclusive villa, which Porsche Singapore dubbed the House of Turbo, at Raffles Sentosa Singapore on 21 May. The latest 911 Turbo S is the most powerful production Porsche 911 ever, ...

by Ben Chia 22 May 2026

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Toyota unveils the bZ4X Touring and Urban Cruiser EVs at Connected in Mobility

Toyota has unveiled two new EV models for Singapore, the bZ4X Touring and Urban Cruiser, at their Connected in Mobility event at Marina Bay Sands. Toyota has pulled the wraps off two new EVs for Singapore, with the bZ4X Touring and Urban Cruiser making their debuts at Connected in Mobility, an event that was organised by Toyota’s official distributor here, Borneo Motors Singapore, and was held at the Marina Bay Sands ...

by Sean Loo 18 May 2026

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SP Group Launches Singapore’s First EV Fast Charging Hub In Tengah HDB Carpark

Singapore’s electric vehicle infrastructure has taken another step forward, this time right into the heart of public housing. SP Group has officially launched Singapore’s first EV fast charging hub within a Housing & Development Board (HDB) carpark in Tengah, bringing high-speed charging facilities closer to home. Located beside Plantation Plaza and serving residents around Blocks 123 and 129, the new charging hub combines eight DC fast chargers capable of delivering up to ...

by Ben Chia 18 May 2026

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Hongqi is now officially in Singapore

Hongqi has marked its official arrival in Singapore with the opening of its new showroom at 19 Leng Kee Road, along with the launch of the Hongqi E-HS9 luxury electric SUV. Having announced its intention to enter the Singapore market at this year’s Singapore Motorshow, Chinese luxury marque Hongqi has now officially arrived on our shores, and it marked the occasion with a glitzy event to commemorate the opening of its ...

by Ben Chia 18 May 2026

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Vincar opens latest GAC showroom at PLQ Mall

Vincar Group, the authorised distributor for GAC cars in Singapore, has opened its third showroom for the brand at PLQ Mall. Vincar Group, the sole authorised distributor for GAC in Singapore, has officially opened the brand’s third and latest showroom at PLQ Mall with an event held on 15 May. The new showroom, located right in the heart of the bustling Paya Lebar Quarter, complements Vincar’s existing GAC Aion retail operations, consisting ...

by Ben Chia 12 May 2026

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BYD introduces the Seal 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid to Singapore

BYD has introduced its second plug-in hybrid model for Singapore, with the Seal 6 DM-i available in both sedan and wagon variants. BYD has launched its Seal 6 DM-i plug-in hybrid in Singapore at an event held at Zhongshan Park on 7 May, and the brand’s second plug-in hybrid model to be offered here, after the Sealion 6 SUV, is available in both sedan and wagon variants. Despite sharing its name with ...

by Sean Loo 9 May 2026

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Motul Launches New GP Travel Kits Inspired By MotoGP Technology

Motul has launched new Motul GP Travel Kits, a compact range of motorcycle care essentials developed from the company’s long-standing motorsport and MotoGP involvement. Motorcycle ownership has always come with a certain ritual. For some riders, it is the early morning wipe-down before a weekend ride. For others, it is the familiar smell of chain lubricant in the garage after a long journey home. Riding may be emotional, but maintenance remains practical, and ...

by Sean Loo 9 May 2026

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Tesla Introduces More Affordable Model 3 Variant In Singapore

Tesla has introduced a new entry-level Model 3 variant in Singapore, lowering the barrier to entry for buyers considering the switch to electric mobility. The new Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive 110 now starts from $179,999 with COE, making it the most affordable Tesla currently available in Singapore. The new Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive 110 offers up to 534km of WLTP-estimated range and consumes just 13kWh/100km, figures that remain highly competitive within the ...

by Sean Loo 9 May 2026

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XPENG Launches New X9 Pro In Singapore

The electric MPV segment is evolving quickly, and XPENG clearly intends to stay ahead of that curve, officially unveiled the refreshed XPENG X9 Pro in Singapore. Launched at the XPENG Singapore showroom on 7 May, the updated X9 Pro builds upon the success of the existing X9, but introduces enough changes to feel more like a significant mid-cycle evolution. Most notably, the X9 Pro becomes the first XPENG model in the Asia-Pacific ...