Vantage Automotive Limited (VAL) has recently opened its new BYD flagship showroom at 305 Alexandra Road, Singapore. As the authorised distributor of BYD in Singapore, VAL has created a new showroom that spans 10,386 square feet. The showroom’s layout integrates car display areas with a service centre, ensuring a comfortable experience for current and prospective customers. Mr Liu XueLiang, General Manager of BYD Asia Pacific Auto Sales Division, shared his excitement, “We have ...
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While the regular Volkswagen ID.4 hits the mark as a family carrier, the GTX variant does isn't as thrilling as it should be. The ID.4 GTX is essentially Volkswagen's first electric performance car, and it also introduces the company's new 'GTX' badge. Think of it as the electric equivalent of the iconic 'GTI'. No pressure then. But, unfortunately, I’m not sure if it can live up to the fame that previous GTI ...
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Volkswagen finally has an official EV presence in Singapore with the new ID.4. And it’s been spearheading Volkswagen’s leap into cleaner vehicles. That doesn’t just mean zero emissions during ownership; VW says it has made the ID.4 carbon neutral all the way until you’ve driven it off the lot, by using renewable energy during the manufacturing process. That’s all nice to hear, but is it even worth buying in the first place? Considering ...
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GREEN-HOUSE is back for its third and grandest edition from 13-14 July 2024. Organised by Pass It On Studio, this year’s event partners with New Bahru, a vibrant creative hub in River Valley by The Lo & Behold Group. What began as a modest gathering in 2022 has blossomed into Singapore’s foremost immersive retail festival, attracting a record number of sustainable local brands. the passion behind GREEN-HOUSE. Michelle Chow, the visionary behind Pass It ...
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The Omoda E5 presents itself as an attractive bargain for those looking for a bang-for-your-buck EV with loads of standard features and tech. It seems that new EVs are launching faster than we can quantify nowadays, and this is a new entry from a new brand here in Singapore - the Omoda E5. This is your standard small-to-mid-size electric crossover, and it doesn’t exactly reinvent the wheel. Not that it is ...
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facelifted Tesla Model 3 now has a COE-friendly Cat A variant, making it more enticing for prospective buyers. Whether you are in team Tesla or team not so keen on Tesla, you cannot deny that the new Model 3 Highland looks much better than its predecessor. Singapore did not get to officially welcome the Model S and X, so when the original Model 3 made its way onto our shores back ...
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That affordable little EV hatchback is now Cat-A friendly, and the power drop does little to spoil the MG4 renowned’s fun factor. MG has been making quite the splash, aiming to please the budget-conscious car buyer with a lineup of attractive offerings. And the MG4 did not disappoint. Its fun-to-drive demeanour and stylish looks previously bagged one of our AutoApp Car Of The Year awards in 2023. Well earned. Now, MG has ...
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Yes, that's right, it’s called the “Hashtag One”. Let's quickly move past its name and focus on the new kid on the block - the Smart #1 Pro+. The name Smart traditionally conjures images of the ForTwo, that diminutive city car which burst onto the scene as a future vision of urban commuting. A collaboration initially sparked by Swatch and later dominated by Mercedes, it epitomised innovative compact design. Yet despite its ...
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Inchcape has recently published its inaugural sustainability report, as it makes progress towards upcoming sustainability targets. Inchcape has recently rolled out its inaugural sustainability report. This document sketches the strides Inchcape has made towards its ambitious 2023 sustainability goals, while also highlighting its pivotal role in fostering the green mobility transition. At the heart of its ethos, Inchcape asserts that operating with integrity is fundamental to enhancing the performance of its mobility ...
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MINI debuted its "MINI Mixed Reality" technology at the international media launch of the all-new MINI Cooper Electric in Sitges, Spain. And I was seriously impressed with what they have come up with. Essentially, the new technology enables drivers to immerse themselves in an augmented virtual world, while still being able to drive and be behind the wheel. This is achieved by a pioneering pair of virtual reality goggles paired with precision GPS ...
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