Looking to set a tentative foot into this new EV future? The Audi Q8 e-tron is possibly the safest stepping stone currently on the market. Audi has had a confusing few months rebranding their lineup of cars, and their quest to confuse us further continues at pace with the new Q8 e-tron. Though it shares the same name, it has nothing associated with the existing internal combustion (ICE) platform Q8. Rather, this ...
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The Ora Good Cat is interesting to look at and to explain to your friends, while coming with a sizeable bit of kit on board. “What is it?” That’s a question you’ll find yourself being asked on a regular basis if you drive the Ora Good Cat, and once you’ve informed the person of the full name it’s usually followed up by another. Although the second question is often along the ...
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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 ticks all the grown-up sensible boxes and looks epic on the roads. Who wouldn't want one? The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the first of a new family of EVs from Hyundai, which has since been followed by the Ioniq 6. Expect other Ioniq models in the near future. And expect those to be rather excellent machines, if this first effort is anything to go by. This isn’t Hyundai’s ...
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noco-noco is a new Singapore-based decarbonisation solution provider, and is poised to accelerate the transition to a sustainable carbon-neutral economy. noco-noco, a name that not only rolls off the tongue but carries a profound message - "no CO2." Formerly known as 3DOM Singapore, this company is no newcomer to the sustainability game, and its rebranding signifies a significant shift in focus towards decarbonisation and environmental responsibility. At the helm of this transformation ...
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This is the Shell Recharge first ultra-fast charging solution (up to 360kW) in Singapore, designed for the safety of fleet drivers, and it is now open for corporate trials. On June 28, 2023, the Busways-Shell Consortium decided to set up a proof-of-concept (POC) showcase; one that debuts the highest-powered EV charging system (EVCS) that Singapore has ever seen. We're talking a maximum of 360kW of power, and that is a game-changer. You ...
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The Volkswagen ID.4 is Singapore’s first taste into the world of das elektroauto. Before we rev up the engine, or rather, juice up the batteries, let's set the stage. The ID.4 is the SUV cousin of the ID.3, and it's no secret that within the VW Group's electric family tree, this one's expected to be the best-seller worldwide. So, the pressure's on for this electric city runabout. Under the sleek hood of the ...
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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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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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