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As the teams and their mechanics worked on getting the best out of their machines, there were a few cars that were present in the pits but were not officially part of the action. We would have loved to see this R3 Lotus Exige 300RR burn the track rather than be a static display.

Motorsports

The MegaLap Time Attack Challenge Series Preview

IN MegaLap, Time, Attack, Challenge, Series, Sepang

Scheduled to officially kick off in 2012, we attended the preview round of MegaLap for a taste of what this new event has in store.

Mr. Glenn Tan, Executive Director of Tan Chong International Ltd says, “Consumers are placing more emphasis on functionality and style. The new Subaru XV marries the best of both worlds that drivers have been waiting for, by fulfilling modern practical needs and economy, with a combination of the sense of security and urban looks expected of an SUV. I'm confident that urban dwellers would be excited by the new form factor and stunning performance of the new Subaru XV.

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The Subaru XV Launch

IN Subaru, XV, Launch

Staying close to the concept, the production-spec Subaru XV has arrived in Singapore.

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The Golf GTI’s 35th birthday party

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, E35

Volkswagen Singapore celebrates the iconic car's birthday and launches the fastest ever production Golf GTI too!

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Burnpavement LIVE! Movie Giveaway!

IN BMW, UIP, Movie, Vision, EfficientDynamics

The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car is in Singapore for the very first time! See it live at the BMW Fascination Roadshow. Plus, win tickets to catch the car in action on the big screen now!

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MINI Coupe Launch | Burnpavement LIVE! Post Event Report

IN MINI, MINI Coupe, Burnpavement LIVE!, Event, Mini, Eurokars, MINI Habitat

In an exclusive close-door event held by MINI and Burnpavement LIVE! at the MINI Habitat, 50 of our readers got to see, smell, and drive the fastest and best handling MINI, the all new MINI Coupe.

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EXCLUSIVE EVENT! Launch of New MINI Coupe

IN MINI, Coupe, Launch, Cooper S, Burnpavement LIVE!

Final call for our exclusive close-door event with MINI. In the market for a funky and zippy 2-seater? Be the first to see and drive the all new MINI Coupe with us at this exclusive event!

Established in 1991 as a division of BMW M GmbH, the BMW Individual program is poised at leading the trend towards more individuality by concentrating on customers who are looking for made-to-measure solutions and making tougher demands on their BMW in terms of distinction, design and function.

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BMW Introduces Individual X5 M And X6 M

IN BMW, BMW Asia, Individual, X5, X6, M

Create a truly X5 M or X6 M with new options

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Eurokars Group Appointed Mazda Cars Distributorship in Singapore

IN Mazda, Eurokars Group, Singapore

Eurokars Group, synonymous with premium and luxury automotive brands has been appointed sole distributorship of Mazda cars in Singapore.

On 8th October, a fleet of Peugeot cars driven by AutoFrance staff supported the Ritz-Carlton charity car wash, where a team of beneficiaries from MINDS were stationed at SPC Telok Blangah Petrol Station from 9am to 4pm. For every Peugeot car which participated in the car wash, AutoFrance made a donation of $50 to MINDS.

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Peugeot Revs Up Support for MINDS

AutoFrance staff lend their hands and hearts to MINDS’ Children’s Day Celebration and Charity Car Wash.

Suspension tweaks have been made to the rear axle subframe, which is bolted firmly in position and the suspension features adjustment threads on the dampers for individual variation of the inbound and rebound strokes.

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Vitamin Boost | BMW M3 GTS

IN BMW, Munich Automobiles, M3, M3 GTS

Long overdue, our exclusive feature of this mad orange BMW M3 GTS is finally on our pages. Once again, words cannot express our love for this car, so we'll let our photos speak their thousand words.

After staying from the night before, we head off fresh early in the morning from our hotel at Novotel Ploenchit, Bangkok. Teams of three journalists get a car each to share over the 700km. We were designated the first car in the convoy.

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BMW Efficient Dynamics 1-Tank Challenge

IN BMW, BMW Asia, Thailand, Efficient dynamics, Event, 730d

We set out to complete the Ultimate challenge - Bangkok to Chiang Mai in one tank of gas in BMW's award-winning 730Ld luxury sedan. After 700km, here's our story!

I'm certain I'm not alone in finding the new Cayenne much easier on the eye. The softer, more svelte form helps cut the tall and imposing stature. The 19

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Fuel Speed Ahead | Porsche Cayenne Diesel 3.0 V6 TDI

IN Porsche, Cayenne, Stuttgart Auto, Diesel

'Economy' and 'performance SUV' are not words you would usually use in the same sentence. But this turbocharged 3.0 V6 diesel will serve 100km/h in 7.6 seconds and a 7.4l/100km range.

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Autovox TechArt Party!

IN Porsche, 911, Turbo, Techart, Autovox

Local tuning specialists Autovox showcased a mouth-watering range of their gorgeous TECHART Porsches at an awesome party organised for the German Porsche tuner.

In the GT class for cars, the absence of Sri Lankan speed demon, Dilantha Malaguwa who is in Japan for the Asian GT will be capitalized by defending champion, Mok Weng Sun from Singapore in hopes of closing the gap on his closest rival and runaway leader this year. The MSS kicks off this Saturday with the qualifying sessions at 1.40 pm, while the program for race day begins at 8.45 am on Sunday.

Motorsports

Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Debuts At Malaysian Super Series

IN Ferrari, Challenge, Trofeo, Pirelli, Malaysian, Super, Series

The Malaysian Super Series (MSS) returns this weekend with the one-make Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli series makes its debut at the Sepang International Circuit.

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Singapore Is McLaren's Hub For Asia

IN McLaren, Ron Dennis, Peter Lim, McLaren Automotive

Following news of billionaire Peter Lim's investment in McLaren Automotive, the company has confirmed in a press conference that Singapore will be the heart of their expansion into Asia.

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To Infiniti, Not Beyond | Infiniti Experience 2011

IN Infiniti, Wearnes Automotive, M37, Infiniti Experience

It's not often one gets to drive a brand new car from a brand new, er... brand. Well that's what we did last week with Wearnes Automotive, distributors of the latest premium luxury marque, Infiniti.

The Fiesta ST Concept combines eye-catching, muscular and sporty styling with a dynamic sports chassis and a high-performance powertrain capable of delivering impressive fuel economy with low CO2 emissions. A global Fiesta ST would continue the proud, 35-year Fiesta history of delivering high performance thrills to small car customers. Iconic past models have included the Fiesta XR2 and XR2i, Fiesta RS1800 and RS Turbo.

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Is A 'Fiesta ST' Coming Our Way?

IN Ford, Ford Fiesta ST, ST, Fiesta ST, ST Concept, IAA Frankfurt

Ford unveils exciting new Fiesta ST Concept at 2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, indicating the future direction for a high-performance Fiesta

The number ‘eight’ is a symbol of luck in Asia, whilst also resembling the mathematical sign of infinity and the automaker’s badge when rotated on its side.

Motorsports

Bell & Ross And Infiniti Introduces Limited Edition Watch

IN Bell & Ross, Infiniti, Bell & Ross Limited Edition Watch

Only two units of this exclusive watch will be made available for sale.

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BMW Innovations Xpo

IN BMW, BMW Asia, Innovations xpo, Efficient dynamics, Event

Registered Burnpavement.com readers will get a chance to experience the technologies found in BMW cars at the BMW Innovations Xpo. They'll also get an exclusive preview of the new 1 Series.

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Singapore's Best MINI | Wild Card Entry

IN Mini, Cooper, Countryman, Clubman, S, Singapore, Mini Habitat, Cooper S, Competition, JCW

Surprise, surprise! We've got one last MINI entry for you classic MINI fans. This little 'union-jacked' example has the right bits to make it one totally cool vintage ride.