To achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, many countries and industries are working to curb emissions of greenhouse gases, chiefly carbon dioxide (CO2). But did you know there might be a better way? And it exists in the form of bioethanol. In the automotive sector, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have claimed the spotlight as a key decarbonisation option. Toyota, however, is pursuing a multi-pathway approach that includes hydrogen and other diverse options ...
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The new Polestar 3 is here, but don't just open your chequebooks just yet. Because it’s not for sale at the moment. Polestar Singapore has just given us a sneak peek into the future, and it's coming in the form of the Polestar 3 SUV. Now, this isn't just any run-of-the-mill SUV; it's Polestar's very first foray into the realm of high-performance luxury SUVs. I had my first glimpse of this back ...
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The BYD Seal is set to launch in Singpaore come 29 September 2023, and there will be a launch of the Seal at Changi Exhibition Centre. Vantage Automotive, the authorised distributor for BYD passenger vehicles in the sunny realm of Singapore, has just dropped a bombshell – the Seal is about to make a splash on September 29, 2023. Now, let's talk about this intriguing newcomer. The BYD Seal is an all-electric ...
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Passengers get to ride on Cloud 9 with the MIFA 9. The MAXUS MIFA 9 is SAIC Motor's first export model out of China. Interesting, then, that a seven-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) was chosen to represent the company's maiden overseas foray - probably due in no small part to the success of the likes of Toyota's upmarket Alphard and Velfire MPVs. There's only one realistic electric vehicle (EV) MPV competitor in Singapore's ...
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EQS SUV launched at Crafted for the Future: The Mercedes-Benz Showcase at Raffles City Shopping Centre. 'Twas at Mercedes-Benz's pop-up space at #01-01 Raffles City Shopping Centre called Crafted for the Future: The Mercedes-Benz Showcase that the new EQS SUV was launched. This electric vehicle (EV) also sees the convergence of luxury, technology and sustainability. Visitors can experience the EQS SUV and check out the sustainability-focused installations composed of upcycled auto ...
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The new Hyundai Ioniq 6 takes all of the good points from the Ioniq 5, resulting in an even more impressive offering. Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is one of the defining cars of the past few years - a vehicle with a polarising bold design and tech to boot, marking the Korean automaker’s emergence as a real dominant superpower, particularly in the electric vehicle segment. Now the company is aiming to build ...
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Members of the public can pay a visit to see the electric EQ models at The Mercedes-Benz Showcase, dubbed 'Crafted for the Future'. Taking place from 24-30 Aug 2023, the 'Crafted for the Future: The Mercedes-Benz Showcase' pop-up experience is located at Raffles City shopping centre. So what's the fuss all about, you ask? Well, this is where you dive headfirst into the world of Mercedes' electric dreams. The stars of the ...
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Bentley Motors is introducing the first fully organic Olive Tan Leather option for customers, as part of its Beyond100 journey to become the leader in sustainable luxury mobility. Known for timeless luxury leather that epitomises elegance, durability and unmatched quality, Bentley is constantly looking to improve its sustainable materials credentials, with this new option forming an important next step. And it's called Olive Tan Leather. eco-leather: olive tanning innovation. The distinctive feature of this ...
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Rolls-Royce’s first electric vehicle, the Spectre, has been officially launched in Singapore. Rolls-Royce has just taken an electrifying turn. We’re talking about the very pinnacle of luxury cars here, and the grand debut of the Rolls-Royce Spectre, their very first electric marvel, happened right here in Singapore, at the Marina Bay Cruise Centre. But before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let me give you a sneak peek into the price tag - ...
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Volvo Trucks just pulled off an electrifying feat, handing over their very first electric truck to WRC Pacific. WRC is a heavyweight name in the environmental realm and Taiwan's biggest metal sludge recycling and treatment facility. These folks aren’t just about recycling; they're also committed to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices. Peter T. Halpin, the CEO and chairman of WRC, said, "WRC is honored to collaborate with Volvo Trucks and Taikoo ...
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