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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"Wagons rule!" lives on with the 3 Series Touring Those of us who prefer estates aka station wagons can rejoice, for BMW has recently launched its second model in Singapore - the 3 Series Touring. Let's face it, estates are just more practical than their sedan counterparts, and not everyone wants to own a sports utility vehicle (SUV) AHEM! I mean Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) in BMW-speak. "The 3 Series has always been ...
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Borneo Motors Singapore, Lexus’ authorised car distributor, revealed the launch of the all-new RZ 450e, Lexus' first 100 per cent Battery EV (BEV). This is a significant milestone for Lexus, as it marks a new era for the ‘Lexus Electrified’ vision, moving Lexus towards its goal of a sustainable global society. The RZ retains all of the exquisite qualities of performance and craftsmanship that are distinctive to Lexus, down to the luxury, ...
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Wearnes Automotive, the official dealership for Volvo in Singapore, is hosting a series of activities over the weekend to celebrate the Swedish brand’s 96th birthday. Taking place this weekend from 29th - 30th April, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at their Alexandra Road showroom, Volvo will be hosting a series of workshops to suit guests of all ages. For the young ones, a recycled car workshop enables them to create their very ...
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The Toyota GR86 is less of a sports car and more of a love letter to car and driving enthusiasts. The automotive industry as we know it is now at an impasse. Gone are the days when screaming internal combustion engines were commonplace, now being silenced, literally, by the soulless whirrs of new-fangled electric technology. Electric cars can be extremely quick and efficient, but you just cannot replicate the mechanical symphony of ...
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544bhp, no rear window, and a 102kWh battery that supports up to 200kW DC fast charging. This is the Polestar 4. Polestar has recently revealed its coupe-style electric SUV at the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show, and as expected, it is a head-turner with a lot of power. It also has a pretty bold design - there's no rear glass at all on the car, so the driver's rear view is supplied by ...
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Happening from 19 to 23 May 2023, the Porsche World Road Show Singapore will showcase 26 Porsche models at the Changi Exhibition Centre (CEC). Porsche Singapore has just announced that the Singapore instalment of the Porsche World Road Show (PWRS) will be happening from the 19th to the 23rd of May 2023 at the Changi Exhibition Centre (CEC). Organised by Porsche AG, the renowned event has since been held in over 45 ...
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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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Tesla has begun offering discounts to electric vehicle buyers in Singapore, by up to 5%. Tesla fans, rejoice! The famed EV brand has recently announced that the prices (excluding COE) for its Model 3 and Model Y are dropping by as much as 5%. The new prices for the various models are as follows. Tesla states that the price drops are in part due to improvements in vehicle manufacturing and cost control, ...
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Ultra-exclusive hypercar manufacturer Pagani turns 25 this year, and it already has a long-celebrated history of high-performance and highly desirable machines. And these cars are hard as hay to get your hands on too. Pagani only produces around 50 cars annually, which equates to an average of one car each week. Compared to other mainstream manufacturers, these numbers are frankly comical. But, that is exactly how Mr Horacio Pagani, Pagani's legendary founder ...
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Tumi has launched a new special McLaren 60th Anniversary Collection, all finished in Mclaren's signature Papaya Orange colour. Tumi has recently announced a new, limited edition McLaren 60th Anniversary Collection, commemorating 6 decades since the British supercar firm founded its roots. The collection was unveiled in conjunction with Tumi's final spring 2023 campaign, aptly titled Unpack Tomorrow. Of course, since this is Mclaren branded, the promotional materials featured Tumi crew member 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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Volkswagen and Škoda are returning to the Cars@Expo retail fair happening this weekend. Cars@Expo is back! Happening this weekend from 15-16 April 2023, prospective buyers can visit the Volkswagen and Škoda booths for great deals and attractive discounts. Guests can look forward to family-oriented vehicles like the Volkswagen Tiguan, Arteon and Škoda Kodiaq, or the performance-fueled Škoda Octavia RS. First-time car buyers can also view the brands’ expanded Cat A COE lineup, ...
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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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