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The iconic Estoril track is 4.2 km long with two hairpins, a difficult chicane and a very long main straight, which means drivers experience an unusually broad range of speeds over one lap. It therefore rewards cars with a great breadth of ability, that combine fast acceleration with exceptional handling. Speaking about the benchmark time, Tiago Monteiro said, “We came here with a goal to beat the existing lap record set by the previous car but you can never take anything for granted — I mean it’s a lap record so it’s no easy feat. You have to have supreme confidence in the car to attack around Estoril, and the new Type R is just so powerful, smooth and confidence-inspiring. We beat the lap record, smashed the record actually.”
Happenings

Civic Type-R Sets Record At Estoril

IN Honda, Civic, Type-R, Civic Type-R, Honda Civic Type-R, FK8, FK8 Civic, Honda WTCR, Estoril, Tiago Monteiro, 2018

The new front-wheel drive record with a Honda WTCR driver at the wheel was set in a standard production car with road tyres


And majestic it truly was. A short 10 minutes drive from the resort, we — ok, the X3 — climbed up all the way to the Seruni Point lookout point. Yes, most of the stock photos of the famed Mount Bromo sunrise you find online were taken at this exact spot. And how can I forget? Standing at the highest lookout point, you could also catch the moon in all its glory along with the Milky Way — I kid you not — here. If I may, this has to be one of the glorious views I’ve ever experienced hence now I understand why Mount Bromo attract visitors by the droves.
Happenings

BMW Destination X Bromo Driving Experience 2018

IN BMW, XDrive, BMW Destination X, Mount Bromo Tengger National Park, Bromo, Give Back To Bromo, X3, X4, X5, Indonesia, Surabaya, 2018

Along with some of the brand’s Singapore customers, we went on a little expedition with BMW to Mount Bromo


The largest part of the McLaren Group, McLaren Automotive has a global workforce of around 2,300 people with headcount expected to remain broadly stable until 2025 across offices in the UK, US, Bahrain, China, Singapore, Japan and Spain.
Happenings

McLaren To Launch 18 New Cars By 2025

IN McLaren, McLaren Automotive, Woking, Track22, Track25, Mike Flewitt, England, UK, 2018, 2025

Between now and 2025, 18 new models and derivatives are to be launched; production to reach 6,000 units a year


Buying a SEAT is somewhat like choosing two burgers over a value meal. You get all the good stuff — the engine, gearbox and chassis — but sacrifice some of the niceties like a sunroof, or a brand-name sound system. In the end, however, you still walk away feeling satisfied and rather pleased with yourself.
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SEAT Ateca Xcellence | Maximum Atec

IN SEAT, Ateca, SEAT Ateca, SEAT SG, Vertex Euro Motors

This German-Spanish mash up proves that basic isn’t always bad


The blistering lap time beats the previous lap record of 6 minutes and 11.13 seconds — set by German racing driver Stefan Bellof in a Porsche 956 C in May 1983 — by a whopping 51.58 seconds.
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Fabulous Nürburgring lap time with Porsche's hybrid prototype

IN Porsche, 919 Hybrid, Nurburgring

Timo Bernhard smashes the Nürburgring lap record with the Porsche 919 Hybrid Evo


So what exactly has been done to make this already-efficient car even more efficient? Hyundai took the Chapman route and added lightness, shaving 12 kg off the Ioniq’s kerb weight. This weight savings comes courtesy of the upgraded alternator management system — allowing the car to dispense with an auxillary 12-volt battery, bringing about an increase in fuel economy and more space in the boot.
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Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | Hybrid Theory

IN Hyundai, Ioniq, Hybrid, Ioniq Hybrid, Komoco Motors, 2018

Hyundai’s debut hybrid model gets refreshed


“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.”
Happenings

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


Climbing almost 1,524 meters through 156 corners, the Bentayga deployed its unique combination of a 600 bhp, 900 Nm W12 engine, adaptive air suspension, active electric 48V anti-roll control and carbon ceramic brakes to set a stunning new benchmark.
Motorsports

Bentley Breaks SUV Record At Pikes Peak

IN Bentley, Bentayga, Bentley Bentayga, Pikes Peak, Pikes Peak 2018, Colorado, Crewe, Luxury, SUV, Luxury SUV, 2018

Bentayga smashes Production SUV record at Pikes Peak; Limited Edition model announced to celebrate record run


In doing so, he not only broke the previous record for electric vehicles, but also bettered Sébastien Loeb’s all-time record from 2013 — by a full 16 seconds. Dumas’ new record of 7m 57.148s minutes is now top of the list of Pikes Peak champions, which includes such acclaimed drivers as Loeb, Walter Röhrl , Michèle Mouton, Stig Blomqvist, Nobuhiro Tajima and also Rod Millen and his son Rhys.
Motorsports

Volkswagen Makes History At Pikes Peak

IN Volkswagen, I.D. R Pikes Peak, Romain Dumas, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, 2018, Volkswagen Motorsport

Volkswagen’s electric racing car sets a new overall record; Romain Dumas betters Sébastien Loeb’s record


That said however, the $172k price tag (with COE) does make it sound highly attractive. Its fellow turbocharged 2.0-litre peers are priced even higher: BMW 320i at S$193k, Audi A4 at S$177k, Jaguar XE at S$177k, Lexus IS300 at S$191k and lastly the priciest of the lot, Mercedes-Benz C250 at S$229k. See what I mean?
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Infiniti Q50 2.0T | Fuss-Free Motoring

IN Infiniti, Q50, 2.0T, Infiniti Q50 2.0T, 2018 Q50, Wearnes Automotive

Can updates for this 2018 version keep it relevant?


The exterior design shows BMW’s new styling language focusing on clarity, modernity and emotional engagement; a clear link to the BMW Concept 8 Series first unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2017. With exterior dimensions of 4,843 mm in length, 1,902 mm in width, 1,341 mm in height and a wheelbase of 2,822 mm, the two-door coupé definitely has presence on the roads. Additionally, the side view is dominated by dramatic surfaces: Whilst they curve inwards on the far side of the front wheels, they bulge outwards again in a real display of power above the rear wheels. The glass area tapers at the rear, accentuating the muscular shoulderline, while the side window graphic ends in a very tightly-angled version of the famous Hofmeister kink.
Happenings

BMW 8 Series Breaks Cover

IN BMW, 8 Series, 8 Series Coupe, Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, M850i xDrive, 840d xDrive, 2018

The German automaker claims the new 8 Series offers sports car dynamics, fused with luxury and refinement


Classics

Never give up, Never surrender | Retro Havoc 2018

IN Retro Havoc, Retro Havoc 2018, Malaysia, 2018

Malaysia's vibrant retro car culture descends upon Kuala Lumpur


In this, the award’s 20th anniversary edition, Ferrari took no fewer than six awards - this is the highest number for any manufacturer in any one year, bringing the total of Ferrari’s trophies up to 27, and a record number of wins for any sports car company.
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Ferrari’s turbocharged V8 gets awarded

IN Ferrari, Ferrari 488 Pista, 488 Pista, 3.9-litre V8, V8, 2018 International Engine of the Year, 720-cv, 800-cv, 2018, Italian

The 3.9-litre V8 takes the International Engine of the Year Award, for the third year running


The second-generation Super Series provides a new interpretation of McLaren design language, with a dedication to aerodynamics principles, and was singled out by the 40 international judges for its “innovative symbiosis of aesthetics and function”.
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720S Wins Red Dot 'Best Of The Best' Award

IN McLaren, 720S, McLaren 720S, 2018 Red Dot Design Awards, Best of the Best, Woking, UK, 2018

Second McLaren to claim the top design prize following the recognition of the 570S Coupe back in 2016


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


The first compact MPV as we know it, is none other than the first-generation Renault Megane Scenic which was launched in late 1996 and underpinned by the Megane sedan. Developed as a car meant to be practical and enjoyed by the entire family, the Scenic has been in production for 22 years now. And today, we’ve got with us the newest fourth-generation Scenic.
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Renault Scenic 1.5T dCi Privilege | Taking the scenic route

IN Renault, Scenic, Renault Scenic, Wearnes

Renault’s latest compact MPV proves that frugal can still be fun


With most crossovers, their rugged looks belie a softer, more road-biased drivetrain which is perfectly suitable for most drivers that prefer car-like handling characteristics with an SUV-like appearance. “But what if I’ve only got $100k to spare and want to do some light off-roading?”, you might ask — well here’s where Subaru has got you covered.
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Subaru XV 2.0 EyeSight | Slightly Off The Beaten Track

IN Subaru, XV, Subaru XV, EyeSight, MotorImage

Subaru bridges the gap between the Impreza and Forester with the refreshed XV


In the second round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) 2018, BMW will be fielding two BMW M8 GTEs. These racing cars already demonstrated their potential at the season opener in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, and the US-American IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. This will now be followed by the debut of the production model; drive and suspension will be based as close as possible to the M8 GTE. On that note, motor sport expertise is concentrated in particular in the new M850i xDrive Coupe, which BMW promises offers outstanding dynamic handling characteristics; it gets with it a new V8 engine, intelligent four-wheel drive, controlled rear axle differential lock, Integral Active Steering, adaptive M suspension technology Professional featuring Active Roll Stabilization and 20-inch light alloy wheels boasting high-performance tyres. “There isn’t a better setting for the world premiere of the new BMW 8 Series Coupe than the 24-hour race at Le Mans,” says Klaus Fröhlich, board member of the BMW AG, Development. “The race is a pure demonstration of passion, dynamics and long-distance capability. These characteristics define our new sports car in a special way.”
Motorsports

BMW Returns To Le Mans With 8 Series Coupe

IN BMW, 8 Series, 8 Series Coupe, M8, M8 GTE, BMW M8 GTE, Le Mans, Le Mans Race, Endurance, FIA World Endurance Championship, WEC 2018

To be presented on 15th June, the BMW M8 GTE had inspired the driving dynamics of the road-going model as well


So you see, it just demonstrated that you do not have to be, specifically, a Sepang regular to get this tyre; fact is, most trackies have already recognised this tyre’s potential on track and its everyday useability, the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R is quickly gaining traction — pun intended — among drivers who want the best semi-slick/sporty tyre in the market right now. It’s undeniably pricey, but as they say, you have to pay for quality.
The Pit

Tyre Review: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R

IN Bridgestone, Bridgestone Tyre Sales Singapore Pte Ltd, Potenza, RE-71R, Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R, Semi-slick, Tyre, Sport tyre B-Select, 2018

Bridgestone’s most aggressive tyre marries many useful traits that make it desirable even for daily use; here's our review after clocking 6,000 km


The new office is home to a team of 35 staff who will drive different aspects of the business for Pirelli from passenger cars, including foreign premium and prestige models, as well motorcycles.
Happenings

Pirelli Singapore's new downtown home

Located at 77 Robinson Road, the new office houses the team that handles regional work for the Italian tyre manufacturer.



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