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Get Ready For A Quiet Revolution...

IN GMC, Hummer, EV, Electric Vehicle, Electric, Truck,

Yes, you've read that right. The Hummer is back as a fully electric truck with more than 1,000 hp and both on- and off-road capabilities.


“It’s one of the worst experiences for a driver, to find their car up on blocks with all four wheels gone. Some alloy wheels can cost thousands to replace, but these unique rim nuts will stop thieves in their tracks. Making wheels more secure and offering more product personalisation are further proof that 3D printing is a game-changer for car production.” Raphael Koch, research engineer, Advanced Materials and Processes, Ford of Europe.
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Ford Develops 3D-Printed Wheel Nuts

IN Ford, Wheels, Rims, Tyres, Security, Technology

As car security systems become increasingly more sophisticated, thieves are targeting car parts instead, including alloy wheels. Ford has the solution...


Some of the future data we can expect to receive from the Pirelli Cyber Tyre, include kilometres clocked, dynamic load, and for the first time, situations of potential danger on road surfaces, from the presence of water to poor grip. This information in tandem with the car’s onboard technology will enable the car to adapt its control and driving assistance systems, greatly improving the level of safety, comfort and performance. In addition, it will provide the same information to other cars and the infrastructure.
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Pirelli's Tyre Of The Future

IN Pirelli, Tyres, Technology, 5G network, Ericsson, Audi, Italdesign, KTH, TIM

Pirelli has developed the world's first tyre that interacts with the 5G cellular network.


1. The last time Toyota made such a car was 20 years ago. The Celica GT-FOUR brought the company 30 rally victories, four drivers' championship titles and one manufacturers' championship. It remains one of the most iconic rally-bred cars the world has ever seen. In a reference to its illustrious predecessor and its all-wheel-drive technology, the Toyota GR Yaris will have a GR-FOUR logo on its tailgate.
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Five Fast Facts | Toyota GR Yaris

The world has been waiting for a car like this. Thank you, Toyota, for giving us a potential gem.


Did anyone really wonder what a Porsche 911 would look like with four doors 10 years ago? Maybe. But I'm sure even the most creative of minds would have shuddered at the thought of that. Yet, here we are in a time where Panameras are a common sight in the world of luxury sedans.
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Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 4-Door Mild Hybrid 53

The Mercedes AMG GT gets two more doors and fills a gap that wasn't even there.


For an ‘entry-level’ compact SUV, the Arena boasts driver assistance features (like adaptive cruise control and front assist), drive mode selection, paddle-shifters and a full suite of in-car media abilities like Apple CarPlay and androidauto which can be controlled via a large touchscreen panel. It even has wireless phone charging!
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A week with the SEAT Arona FR

In a small city-nation like Singapore, a compact SUV like the SEAT Arona is pretty much all you need.


Not likely to breathe Singapore air is Ford's 280 bhp 2.3-litre EcoBoost ST wagon. Similar to Volkswagen's Golf R Variant, this is a go-fast estate for dads who need more space. The new Focus has opted for a more
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Swag-ons!

We pick some of the most desirable wagons currently being produced around the world.


But let’s assess the way it looks first. It has strong hints of the model (991) it replaces, although subtle changes to the bumper and (add-on) the LED matrix headlamps help to refresh the front-end a bit. The main changes are at the rear though.
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Get What You Pay For | Porsche 911 Carrera 4S

IN Porsche, Singapore, 911, 922, C4S, Stuttgart Auto, Eurokars

The ultimate GT sports car grows up a little bit more.


Materials are not of Audi-level, as expected of course. But they do feel robust enough to last for many years to come. To some extent, it is less stressful and therefore more enjoyable to use practical interiors like these as a daily runabout, simply because you don’t have to concern yourself with having an immaculate interior.
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A Compelling Case | SEAT Leon 1.0 TSI

Gone are the days where large capacity engines are needed for a car’s lively performance. The introduction of turbochargers has allowed even the base-model in any line-up to drive decently.


Now with some added features, you'll get an even more complete MPV with the new BOSE Edition. For you lazy folks who want all the info now-now, here are the additional stuff you get.
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Sounds Good! | Renault Grand Scenic Bose Edition

It's not a new car, but the BOSE Edition of the Grand Scenic does add some new features to make the French MPV that bit more compelling.


The Ferrari Styling Centre, under the direction of Flavio Manzoni, and the engineering and aerodynamics team worked with the client, who himself comes from a family of long-time Ferrari collectors.
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One-off Wonder | Ferrari P80/C

Based on a 488 GT3, this track-only creation might hold elements of Ferraris to come.


You see, the problem with the 911 is there's a variety to choose from; on top of that, you have to choose whether you want it in coupe or cabriolet form. Then you need to pick, do you want it in four-wheel drive or rear wheel drive. Lastly you need to select the equipment list you want: Should I get the Sport Chrono pack? What rims do I want? How do I specify the interior?
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Porsche 911 Carrera T | Is This The Perfect 911?

IN Porsche, 911, Carrera, T, Porsche 911 Carrera T, Turbocharged, 991.2, Stuttgart Auto, Porsche Asia Pacific, 2018

Surprise, surprise - you can get a satisfying 911 without having to pay GT3 money


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McLaren’s 600LT Arrives In Singapore

IN McLaren, McLaren Automotive, 600LT, McLaren 600LT, Longtail, Singapore, McLaren Automotive Asia Pte Ltd, McLaren Singapore, 2018

The fourth McLaren to carry the ‘Longtail’ name, you can have one for less than SGD$820k


Ford is celebrating the milestone with employee celebrations at its Dearborn headquarters and its Flat Rock Assembly Plant. Part of the celebration includes flyovers from three WWII-era P-51 Mustang fighter planes and Mustangs produced for more than five decades parading from Dearborn to Flat Rock, where the Mustang currently is manufactured. 
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Ford Celebrates 10 Millionth Mustang

IN Ford, Mustang, Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang GT, 10 million Mustang, 2018

The 10 millionth Ford Mustang is a high-tech, 460 horsepower 2019 Wimbledon White GT V8 six-speed convertible


“How often do you get to ask, ‘What if we created a GT-R without limits,’ and then actually get to build it?” said Alfonso Albaisa, Nissan’s senior vice president for global design. “This is a rare window in time when two big moments intersect: 50 years of Italdesign shaping the automotive world and 50 years of Nissan generating excitement through our iconic GT-R. So to celebrate this convergence, Nissan and Italdesign created this custom GT-R to mark 50 years of engineering leadership.”
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Nissan and Italdesign To Unveil Prototype

IN Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign, Nissan, GT-R, Nismo, 2018 Nissan GT-R NISMO, ItalDesign, Nissan GT-R50, Nissan Design Europe, Nissan Design America

Unique collaboration between the two names created a new prototype vehicle — the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign


Produced exclusively by hand and powered by a mid-mounted V10 engine with 540 hp, the high-performance sports car shines in antique gold metallic; the new Audi exclusive colour makes its debut with the prize. Many Audi Sport Performance parts are included, such as the carbon Aerokit, sport wheels, brake linings, adjustable suspensions and a steering wheel in Alcantara black.
Motorsports

2018 Audi Sport R8 LMS Cup GT3 champion will win a…

IN Audi, Audi Sport R8 LMS Cup GT3, R8 LMS, Audi R8, R8, GT3, Race, Audi Sport customer racing Asia, 2018

Sports meets luxury in unique road car built by Audi Sport exclusively for the Cup, presented at the legendary Nürburgring


It’s true that Kuala Lumpur is filled with lots of affordable top-class eateries, but this time around I wanted to venture slightly out of KL — to avoid the crowd, what else? - for some Western food.Hence, Me’nate Steak House in Shah Alam was my chosen destination this time around. Located at Vista Alam, Jalan Ikhtisas, 40000 Shah Alam, Malaysia, Me’nate Steak House, as its name suggests, specializes in steak. A Halal establishment, they have a variety of beef cuts available for you to choose from but at the same time also serve lamb, chicken and fish. Just in February this year, they were awarded ‘Emerging Brands Award (F&B)’ at The BrandLaureate SMEs Best Brands Award 2017-2018. (Ok to be honest, I chanced upon them in social media; based on the good review, I thought ‘why not?’)
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(GT)I Drove 3 Hours For Dinner!

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, GTI Mark 7.5, Volkswagen Golf GTI, VW, Hot-hatch, Family hatchback, Volkswagen Centre Singapore, 2018

When you have the key to a car like the Golf GTI, you really want to go everywhere further…


The result is a model that can be driven both on road and on track, while at the same time expressing all the beauty and innovation inherent in Ferrari’s road cars.
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One-off Ferrari SP38 Revealed

IN Ferrari, SP38, Ferrari SP38, Fiorano, Ferrari One-Off, One-Off Programme, Prancing Horse, Italian, Italy, 2018

The Ferrari SP38, the latest offspring from Ferrari’s One-Off programme, has been unveiled at Fiorano


The centrepiece of the Blancpain GT Series, to be held on July 26th to 29th, marks the return of the NSX name to the Spa 24 Hours, a quarter of a century after Armin Hahne, Bertrand Gachot and Kazuo Shimizu started the 1993 race from pole position in a Honda Belgium-entered car which was also supported by Castrol. The NSX has achieved significant success in motor racing since its launch in 1990, including GT victory at the 1995 Le Mans 24 Hours and six titles in Japan’s ultra-competitive Super GT series.
Motorsports

Castrol Honda Racing Enters SPA 24 Hours

IN Castrol Honda Racing, SPA 24 Hours, Castrol, Honda, NSX, GT3, NSX GT3, Honda NSX GT3, Blancpain GT Series

… and this car utilises a twin-turbocharged V6 power plant


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VW apprentices develops special Golf GTI

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, Next Level, VW, Golf GTI Next Level, VW Apprentice, Lake Wörthersee, Golf GTI Meeting, Wolfsburg, 2018

The team from Wolfsburg shows a Golf GTI ‘Next Level’ with 405 bhp



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