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The announcement comes amid media reports that said the two companies are exploring numerous projects. Among them would be an arrangement in which Toyota supplies Mazda with its hydrogen fuel cell system and plug-in hybrid technology, in exchange for receiving Mazda’s fuel-efficient Skyactiv gasoline and diesel engine technology.The latest move comes as global automakers increasingly pool resources on expensive green-car development. In hydrogen fuel cell technology, for example, Nissan has teamed with Ford and Daimler AG, while Honda is working with General Motors.
Happenings

Toyota And Mazda Form Partnership

IN Toyota, Mazda, Toyota Motor Corporation, Mazda Motor Corporation

Long-term partnership signed to 'address cost and technical challenges'


Motorsports

Audi Sport TT Cup Premieres

IN Audi, Audi Sport, TT, Audi TT, Audi Sport TT Cup, Cup, DTM, Hockenheim, Hockenheimring

The opening race of Audi's one-make cup at Hockenheim features some famous guest drivers; race is also part of the 2015 DTM Festival


Of course, you could play hooligan with the GTS, and it’s not hard to do so. To get the rear kicking out, simply switch to Sport everything, off the traction control and you can happily laugh sinisterly as you leave trails of smoke behind while flamenco-ing away; useful particularly at chasing away mosquitoes…
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Alter Ego | Porsche Boxster GTS

IN Porsche, Boxster, GTS, Porsche Boxster GTS, Posh, Porsche Centre Singapore, Stuttgart, Stuttgart Auto

Until any sort of news on a GT4 Boxster pops up, petrolheads with an immense love of topless driving will have to be contented with the GTS; and that’s not a bad thing either


The NX Turbo features Lexus’ first ever turbo engine,
conceptualised and perfected over a period of 10 years. The
NX Turbo delivering 234 bhp, is powered by a 2.0-litre direct
injection turbocharged engine that is matched to a
new six-speed automatic transmission specially tuned for the
NX. The NX Turbo is designed to give drivers more power with every drop of fuel.
Happenings

Turbocharged Lexus NX Now Locally Available

IN Lexus, NX, Turbo, Turbocharged, Lexus NX 2.0t, Borneo Motors

Featuring the brand's first 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, the NX Turbo widens Lexus's offerings in the Luxury SUV segment


Volkswagen’s latest digital creation can be clothed in “Reflex Silver”, “Gran Turismo Red”, “Lapiz Blue” or “Oryx White” and is now available to Gran Turismo 6 players for downloading.
Motorsports

A Virtual Sportscar You Would Want

IN Volkswagen, VW, Veedub, Das Auto, GTI, Supersport, GTI Supersport

GTI Supersport Vision Gran Turismo set to excite PlayStation fans; 503 bhp race car now available for downloading


Based on inside source, the magazine also reported that the TT rival will be based on Mercedes's MFA2 front-wheel drive platform; this same platform will make its debut in the next A-Class which is planned for a 2017/2018 launch. And in terms of bodywork, it was said to resemble the AMG GT; a soft-top version, also like the TT, will also be available.
Happenings

Mercedes-Benz Planning TT And Panamera Competitor

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, AMG, E-Class, MFA2, A-Class, TT, Panamera

Mercedes is set to expand its model range, and this latest news indicates they are not going to be left behind by BMW and Audi's aggressive 'fill-every-segment' strategy


Based on the Veloster RM shown at last year’s Busan Motor Show, the new RM15 features a host of modifications that boost the latest model’s performance, handling and efficiency. Total weight is reduced to 1,260 kg (a saving of 195 kg compared to an all-steel structure), weight distribution is more evenly balanced (43% front, 57% rear), the center of gravity is just 491 mm from the ground and aerodynamic downforce is 24 kg at 200 km/h, aided by a competitive lift-coefficient. Integrated sub-frame (front & rear) and a WRC-inspired roll-cage add extra stiffness to the structure, providing a firm foundation for the aluminium double-wishbone suspension, enabling it to give precise responses and consistent handling characteristics. RM15 rides on stylish 19-inch diameter mono block forged alloy wheels fitted with 235/35 R19 front and 265/35 R19 rear tyres.New vertical air-intake placed ahead of the rear wheel arches increase cooling airflow within the engine bay and enhances powertrain efficiency.
The Pit

Meet Hyundai's Mid-Engined 'RM15'

IN Hyundai, Veloster RM, T-GDI, Veloster Turbo, Coupe, RM15, Racing Midship 2015

Latest concept demonstrates Hyundai Motor’s continued commitment to advanced vehicle technologies and materials; aluminum core structure with CFRP body panels minimizes vehicle weight


Local Porsche dealer, Stuttgart Auto, has just opened the order book for this model. The Boxster Spyder has a price tag of $382,588, without COE.
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Porsche Boxster Spyder Presented At New York Motorshow

IN Porsche, Boxster, Spyder, Porsche Boxster Spyder, Boxster Spyder, Stuttgart Auto

Porsche begins the 2015 convertible season with the world premiere of the new Boxster Spyder


The FXX-K has been named Red Dot 'Best of the Best' for the top design quality and ground-breaking design, while both the California T and LaFerrari were also singled out by the international jury of Red Dot Awards for the high quality of their design.
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Ferrari FXX-K Is Best Of The Best

IN Ferrari, FXX-K, LaFerrari, California T, Red Dot Award

Besides the FXX-K, both LaFerrari and California T also given recognition


If that’s not enough, you’ll even have the enthralling experience courtesy of that super lively sports exhaust. In the first two gears, the needle flies to its 6,700 rpm without any effort to the point that, I think, it would gladly spin even to 20,000 rpm if Jaguar had such a maximum mark on the tachometer. It really puts things into perspective as to what sort of feat engineers can achieve in modern engines.
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Wrecking Ball | Jaguar F-Type R Coupe

IN Jaguar, F-Type R Coupe, Jaguar F-Type R Coupe, F-Type R, R, Coupe, Jag, Jag Coupe, Jaaaaag, Wearnes Automotive

Bored of life? Get this coupe from Jaguar and get ready for a ball of a time. Growwwl!


The German brand had a brief stint in Singapore back in the 1990s; this time around however, it is set to stay as a service centre has also been set up, located at 30 Teban Gardens Crescent.
Happenings

Ruf Opens Singapore Showroom

IN Ruf, RUF, Ruf Automobile GmbH, Specialised Automobiles, 3800S, CTR3 Clubsport

Appointed dealer, Specialised Automobiles, offering three Ruf models for buyers looking for a unique German sportscar


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Hot Wasabi | Lexus RC-F

IN Lexus, RC-F, Lexus RC-F, Coupe, Lexus Coupe, Borneo Motors

Lexus enters the high performance coupe segment - does it have enough mettle to throw off the usual suspects?


Which is a little unfortunate for other brands, to be sidelined by silly Singaporeans who are more brand-conscious than value-conscious; because, if they are really value-conscious, Volvo’s S60 would definitely spring to mind first. And why so? Very simply, this Swede offers so much for not so much moolah.
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Have It All | Volvo S60 T5 Drive E

IN Volvo, S60 T5, Volvo S60 T5 Drive E, Drive E, S60, Sedan, Wearnes Automotive

The T5 engine makes an appearance in the S60 sedan now, and we think it’s a genuinely sweet proposition


The new S$1.3 million circuit features a 545-metre long track with 11 turns, consisting of a combination of sweeping corners, a hairpin and a chicane near the end of the lap. The 8-metre wide track, currently the widest in Singapore, even has multiple overtaking points that makes for an amazingly fun and safe circuit.
Motorsports

New Karting Track Opening Soon!

IN The Karting Arena, Bukit Timah, Karting, Go-kart, Turf City, Fun karting

Another avenue for karting fans, this time located strategically in Bukit Timah


We start off with one of the cars most eagerly anticipated by the average enthusiast, something that mere mortals can actually afford - the new Honda Civic Type R. When the previous-generation FD and FN Civic Type Rs ended production in 2011 due to tightening emissions regulations, we weren't sure if we'd see another zingy, righ-revving Honda Type R again. Sadly, we won't. But luckily, instead of throwing in the towel, Honda has adapted with the times, and decided to turbocharge the Civic Type R, making it cleaner and meaner in the process. How much meaner exactly? Well, how does outputs of 306 bhp and 400 Nm @ 2500 rpm, a top speed of 270 km/h, 0-100 km/h in 5.7s and Nurburgring FWD record time of 7m 50.6s sound to you? Certainly puts the 'hot' in hot hatch for us!
Happenings

Highlights of the Geneva Motor Show 2015 (Part 1)

IN Geneva, Motor, Show, 2015, Geneva Motorshow,

Well, it's that time of the year again when major car companies pull out all the stops and bring their A-game to Switzerland for the Geneva Motor Show. This is our two-part special


In selecting the S-Class as the winner of Women’s World Car of the Year 2014, Sue Baker, Chairman of the Southern Group of Motoring Writers and UK judge of WWCOTY, commented, “This is an outstanding accolade for a car which encompasses everything women want in a vehicle, namely a high calibre driving experience, impeccable safety credentials, top-notch comfort and high build quality, all at a justifiable price.
Happenings

Women Have Made Their Choice

IN Women's World Car Of The Year 2014, WWCOTY, 2014, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes, S-Class

The supreme winner of the Women's World Car Of The Year 2014 is…


This free service compares hundreds of insurance policies in seconds, and users can look forward to a transparent and unbiased comparison of prices and coverage amidst other policy features in just a few seconds. “GoBear’s goal is to make complex insurance products easy to understand, and accessible to all Singaporeans. We want to empower today’s users to make well-informed decisions 24/7, be it from their mobile, tablet or desktop,” says Andre Hesselink, Chief Executive Officer.
Happenings

A New Convenient Avenue For Your Insurance Needs

IN GoBear, Car, Travel, Insurance, Insurance premium, Car insurance, Travel insurance

GoBear makes comparing insurance premium a hassle-free affair


Handling wise, the Captur feels relatively tight and assuring with predictable body movements despite standing 100 mm taller than the Clio. The steering however, could do with slightly more weight and feel; while it’s God sent for driving around town, when you do want to have a little bit more fun, it seems a little inappropriate.
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Leave The Boring Crowd | Renault Captur dCi

IN Renault, Captur, DCi, Renault Captur dCi, French, Wearnes Automotive

If you want something small and unique for the daily grind, Renault has something for you


Initially available only to buyers in the Middle East, where it was launched in Dubai late last year, the Lagonda Taraf is being built in a strictly limited small series of no more than 200 cars. The return of Lagonda follows in the wake of other bespoke special projects by Aston Martin such as the creation of the extreme Aston Martin Vulcan supercar, Vantage GT3 special edition, One-77, V12 Zagato and the CC100 Speedster Concept.
Happenings

Meet The Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf

IN Aston Martin, Aston, Lagonda, Taraf, Lagonda Taraf, Aston Martin Lagonda Taraf, Gaydon

This super saloon will be available in both left and right hand drive with production limited to only 200 units


So there you have it, the 911 C4S Cabriolet retaining Porsche’s ethos still. As a cabriolet, it's simply complete. There’s nothing to fault this car, as everything is well thought out, engineered and put together with no compromises at all; till now, I am still highly impressed as to how Porsche can manage to sort out the entire chassis and make it a solid package - in more ways than one - just to cope with demanding drivers.
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Sweetest Dream | Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet

IN Porsche, 911, 991, C4S, Carrera 4S, Cabriolet, Cabrio, 911 Carrera 4S, Posh

Is the Carrera 4S Cabriolet the ultimate hairdresser’s car or just a boulevard cruiser?



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