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by Sean Loo 22 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Daimler Trucks debuts new Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 in Singapore

Daimler Commercial Vehicles South East Asia (DCVSEA) just dropped the curtain on the first-ever Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 fully-electric truck right here in our bustling city. Daimler Truck AG, the heavyweight champ of commercial vehicle manufacturing, is putting the pedal to the metal in creating an eco-friendly commercial transportation future.  Championing an Era of E-Mobility The eActros isn't just your run-of-the-mill electric truck. It's the flagship series of Mercedes-Benz trucks, a pioneer in the ...

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by Sean Loo 22 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Centre Singapore Opens Its Doors

The long-awaited Hyundai Motor Group research and development facility is now officially open. The Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Centre Singapore, or as the industry calls it, HMGICS, has finally thrown open its doors after three years of anticipation. Nestled in the automotive heartland of Jurong along Bulim Avenue, this isn't just your run-of-the-mill R&D joint—it's a bona fide production powerhouse for Hyundai's electric dreams. The $400 million assembly facility in Bulim Avenue ...

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by Sean Loo 20 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Volkswagen Group Singapore Launches New mobile apps and year-end promotions

Volkswagen and Škoda owners in Singapore can now get personalised updates and exclusive offers via the new Volkswagen Life and Škoda Šmart apps, courtesy of Volkswagen Group Singapore. Volkswagen Group Singapore just hit the refresh button on their Volkswagen Life and Škoda Smart apps, and it's a turbocharged transformation for an elevated ownership experience. Imagine this: managing your four-wheeled companion with the ease of scrolling through your favourite playlist. Well, now you ...

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by Sean Loo 20 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Sony Debuts New XAV-AX8500 Car AV Receiver

Sony recently announced a new addition to its line of car AV receivers, the XAV-AX8500.  Now, I know what you're thinking, "Another one of those? What's so special?" Well, Sony has unleashed something that's not just an AV receiver; it's an experience on wheels. Let's start with the centrepiece of this digital symphony - the 10.1-inch HD1280x720 Gapless Anti-glare Capacitive Touchscreen. It's like having a mini theatre right in your dashboard. Sony ...

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by Sean Loo 17 November 2023
Featured, International, News

Porsche to use CO2-reduced steel For its sports cars from 2026

Revolutionizing the Steel Horizon: Porsche and its Green Pact with H2 Green Steel. In the ever-evolving saga of automotive engineering, Porsche AG and the forward-thinking minds at H2 Green Steel have etched a groundbreaking chapter. This isn't just a pact; it's a shift to the steel that courses through the veins of our beloved Porsches. Think of it as German mechanical engineering casting a wizard's spell on a Porsche, while H2 Green ...

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by Vivek Max R 16 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV Launched in Singapore

The EQE SUV range starts with the EQE 300, and AMG variants are due to arrive later. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV was launched in Singapore on Tuesday, 14 November 2023. Featuring a more compact 3030mm length than its EQS SUV sibling and a wheelbase that's 90mm shorter, the EQE SUV is perfectly positioned to be daily driven on our urban streets. "As we work towards being ready to go all-electric in Singapore ...

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by Sean Loo 12 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Traffic Police Will Add Polestar 2 Cars To Patrol Fleet in 2024

19 Polestar 2 cars will join the ranks of the Singapore Traffic Police and patrol the roads of Singapore come 2024. Imagine the hum of the expressway without the roar of engines, as a fleet of 19 swift and exhaust-free Polestar 2 saloons don the cape of Singapore's Traffic Police from 2024.  You’ll start to see them on the roads soon (hopefully not giving chase to you), as Polestar won the ...

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by Joel Tam 12 November 2023
Featured, Latest Cars, Reviews

BMW 318i M-Sport Review – Brilliant Base

BMW's bread and butter 3 Series has undergone a facelift or an LCI (Life Cycle Impulse) update in BMW-speak. Here, we test the handsome and capable entry-level 318i M-Sport and tell you what's new and what's not. Let's cut to the chase. The grill and headlights are the most obvious edits to the front end. The headlamps are now less fussy and sport a cleaner rectangular shape that connects to the ...

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by Sean Loo 12 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

56-year-old Singaporean Wins Nissan Kicks as the 2023 Tan Chong Car Challenge Champion

56-year-old Mr Chan Kok Seng walked away not just with sore feet but with the keys to a brand-new Nissan Kicks e-Power from the Tan Chong Car Challenge. The Tan Chong Car Challenge, previously known as the Subaru Car Challenge, is something most Singaporeans know about growing up. It’s a marathon of willpower, grit, and, let's be honest, a dash of crazy. Mr Chan Kok Seng, a 56-year-old who was the ...

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by Sean Loo 12 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

Repurposed Bus Hotel in Changi Village Opens For Bookings

Starting from December 1st, The Bus Collective has unveiled Changi Village's newest quirkiest staycation haven. The hospitality scene just got an upgrade with The Bus Collective - a resort hotel that's turning heads and wheels in Changi. Picture this: luxury suites crafted from the bones of retired public buses. Yes, you heard that right, and no, it's not an automobile graveyard; it's the freshest staycation haven in town. Staying at The Bus ...

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by Sean Loo 10 November 2023
Featured, Local, News

A Final Farewell to the Mini Clubman With The Final Edition

Mini is bidding a solemn farewell to the Clubman with the Final Edition. Get yours now before it’s gone. The iconic Mini Clubman is taking its final bow, and it’s going out in style. Mini, in its characteristic charm, is bidding farewell with the launch of the Clubman Final Edition – a limited run of just 1,969 units worldwide. And yes, you guessed it right, that number is a nod to ...

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by Sean Loo 10 November 2023
Featured, Motorsports

Want Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2024 tickets? They’re Now Regular Priced.

 Incredible demand meant that early-bird tickets had all been sold out for the 2024 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. Early Bird tickets for the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024 have zoomed out the gate faster than Max Verstappen on a hot lap. The race promoter, Singapore GP Pte Ltd, wasn't expecting this kind of pedal-to-the-metal enthusiasm, so they're shifting gears and kicked off regular ticket sales on November 1, ...

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by Sean Loo 6 November 2023
Featured, International, News

Toyota Reaches Global Production of 300 Million Cars

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has reached a cumulative global production total of 300 million cars, a staggering amount and a testament to just how many cars they have made. Some stories in the automotive world are like fine wine; they get better with age. Today, we're uncorking one of those classics - a tale that spans 88 years, two months, and an incredible 300 million cars. Toyota has had an astounding ...

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