by Sean Loo November 1, 2023
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SMF-KAMA co-hosts first seminar for future mobility.

The SMF-KAMA seminar saw big industry players from South Korea and Singapore share opportunities for the two nations for future mobility. A rendezvous of forward-thinkers unfolded at the illustrious St. Regis Hotel on October 12, 2023. This symposium, titled "Vision and Strategy for Future Mobility: Korea and Singapore" orchestrated by the Korea Automobile and Mobility Association (KAMA) and supported by the Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF), was a congregation of luminaries, united ...

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by futr singapore October 26, 2023
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Japan Mobility Show 2023: Toyota’s finally doubling down on battery electric vehicles.

The 2023 Japan Mobility Show kicked off earlier this morning with Toyota’s press conference, where CEO Koji Sato unveiled an arsenal of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) to the international press, announcing that the carmaker is finally ready to fully embrace electrification. Taking centre stage were two concept cars – the GR-badged FT-Se sports car and FT-3e crossover – designed to cater to very different needs, but both delivering Toyota levels of ...

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by futr singapore October 25, 2023
Featured, Rides, Uncategorized

Japan Mobility Show 2023: Mazda’s Iconic SP Concept is an exciting reboot of the sports car genre.

Mazda unveiled their latest Iconic SP concept car at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show today, and it’s everything you’ve come to expect from the marque, and more. Sporting a low-slung silhouette and sleek pop-up LED headlights, the prototype bears more than a passing resemblance to the FD-generation RX-7, albeit modernised for the 21st century. According to the carmaker, the Iconic SP features a hybrid powertrain in the form of a two-rotor rotary ...

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by Sean Loo October 22, 2023
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Road Tripping – silent electric serenity with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 in Desaru.

We took Hyundai Singapore's Ioniq 5 family to Desaru, and savoured the electrical quirks and tranquillity that it delivers. Malaysia road trips. Ah, what a topic. It's the evergreen story that keeps on giving, a tale as old as time. And trust me, you'll see tons more, year after year, decade after decade. If you've been keeping tabs on my AutoApp escapades, you might raise an eyebrow and go, "Hold on a ...

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by siti ayeeshah zaki October 20, 2023
Featured, Living

6 best places to build terrariums in Singapore.

Looking to build terrariums in Singapore? We've found 6 best places for terrarium workshops, terrarium plants, and more! An activity perfect for all ages, terrarium building has slowly become a popular yet unique activity to do with loved ones. It combines nature and indoors in a quiet setting, promising an afternoon of both fun and calm.  Which is why we’ve gathered 6 spots in Singapore where you can enjoy time creating an ...

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by siti ayeeshah zaki October 13, 2023
Featured, Living

Levi’s goes green with transitional cotton, plant-based dyes, and more.

Keep your wardrobe sustainable with Levi's new collection made of transitional cotton! No matter the era, we love our jeans. They’re an essential staple for the wardrobe, and work with almost every outfit. The only downside? They’re not always the greenest in the sustainable fashion pile. Levi’s however, is setting out to change that.  sustainability with Levi’s® WellThread® capsule. Levi’s latest collection, preaches a sustainable side to jeans that’s new, stylish, and ...

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by Sean Loo October 5, 2023
Featured, Tech

revolutionising sustainability: noco-noco and their journey towards a greener future.

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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by Sean Loo September 28, 2023
Featured, Living

like meat? you’ll like what Meatable has just unveiled. 

Meatable, a leading Dutch food tech company at the forefront of cultivated meat, has unveiled its revolutionary cultivated meat products in Singapore. Ladies and gentlemen, have you ever imagined a world where you can savour your favourite sausages, hot dogs, and pulled pork tacos without harming a single soul, be it human or animal? Well, Meatable, a pioneering force in the world of cultivated meat, is bringing that vision to life. And ...

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by Sean Loo September 26, 2023
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Bentley partners two new environmental foundation groups.

The Bentley Environmental Foundation, a £3 million drive to find next-generation solutions to environmental challenges, has today announced two new partners. Bentley, the paragon of luxury and automotive excellence, is setting out on a journey to embrace sustainability. Two new partners - The Climate Group and The Rivers Trust - have joined the ranks of the original founding partners, all united in their unwavering support of Bentley's long-term commitment to fortify ...

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by Sean Loo September 20, 2023
Featured, Tech

Porsche is fighting climate change with important new Direct Air Capture technology.

Porsche is now venturing into the realm of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. It's not your typical automotive news, but it's a game-changer in the fight against climate change. The air we breathe, filled with carbon dioxide (CO2), is seen as a valuable resource. Porsche, in collaboration with Volkswagen Group Innovation, eFuels company HIF Global, and MAN Energy Solutions, is exploring the integration of a DAC facility into the eFuels pilot plant ...

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