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The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the cancellation of the two previous Singapore Grand Prix, but finally after a long hiatus, the Formula One circus is back on our shores! Depending on which side of the fence you’re on, you either love the fact the race is back or dread the fact that you won’t be able to drive into some parts of town. The Singapore Grand Prix festivities will be held over the last weekend of September, starting on the Friday of 30 September and concluding on Sunday, 2 October. Similar to previous years, the roads around Marina Bay and Padang will begin to close in order to facilitate the race circuit. These closures will begin from 12:01 am on Wednesday, 28 September for the organisers and support crews to begin setting up the necessary infrastructure, and will last for 7 days. All roads will be fully reopened by 530 am on Tuesday, 4 October. To ease peak hour traffic, some roads will be temporarily opened during the morning and evening rush hours. Here is the list of roads provided by the Land Transport Authority (LTA): 28 - 29 September, 5.30 am - 10 amTowards Orchard RoadCollyer Quay > St Andrews' Road > Stamford RoadTowards Shenton WayNicoll Highway > Esplanade Drive / Stamford RoadTowards Marina BoulevardRepublic Boulevard > Raffles Avenue > Bayfront Avenue30 September, 5.30 am - 10 amTowards Orchard RoadCollyer Quay > St Andrews Road > Stamford RoadTowards Shenton WayNicoll Highway > Esplanade Drive / Stamford Road3 October, 5.30 am - 10 amTowards Shenton WayNicoll Highway > Esplanade Drive / Bras Basah Road > Nicoll Highway > Esplanade DriveTowards ECP (Changi Airport)Bras Basah Road > Raffles Boulevard > Republic BoulevardTowards Marina BoulevardRaffles Boulevard > Temasek Avenue > Bayfront Avenue3 October, 5 pm - 8.30 pmTowards Shenton WayNicoll Highway > Esplanade Drive / Bras Basah Road > Nicoll Highway > Esplanade DriveTowards Orchard RoadEsplanade Drive > Nicoll Highway / Stamford RoadTowards ECP (Changi Airport)Bras Basah Road > Raffles Boulevard > Republic Boulevard / Bayfront Avenue > Raffles BoulevardTowards Marina BoulevardRaffles Boulevard > Temasek Avenue > Bayfront Avenue
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2022 SINGAPORE F1 GRAND PRIX ROAD CLOSURES

IN Formula 1, Road Closures

The Singapore Grand Prix is finally back in action, but with the race comes a number of expected road closures.


As part of the festivities leading up to the main race, DZ Engineering SRL, a subsidiary of Dino Zoli Group, is hosting a photographic exhibition aptly titled Twelve Years of Lights and Racing in the Lion City.
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Photo exhibition celebrates 12 years of red-hot action at Singapore GP

IN F1, Formula 1, Singapore Grand Prix, Motorsports, Events

Relive iconic F1 moments at the Twelve Years of Lights and Racing in the Lion City exhibition


This limited edition bike is the second collaborative project between the two brands, both being ambassadors of Made in Italy. The first time these two brands came together was back in 2020, which gave birth to the Ducati Diavel 1260 Lamborghini, inspired by the 820hp hybrid Sián FKP 37.
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The Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is a two-wheeled Huracan STO

IN Lamborghini, Huracan, Huracan STO, Ducati, Streetfighter, Streetfighter V4, Supercars, Superbikes

Italian superbike brand collaborates with Italian supercar brand. Sparks ensue.


But first, let me backtrack a bit. No doubt you’re here reading this because you saw the main picture and were intrigued by it. You’re probably wondering: why the heck would anyone want to bring a family MPV to a trackday, the least sporty kind of car imaginable?
Motorsports

I brought a 7-seater MPV to Sepang Circuit and didn’t die

IN Mitsubishi, Grandis, MPV, Sepang, Trackday

It’s not what you drive that matters, it’s how you drive it


Toyota also revived the Supra to much acclaim, but although it’s the flagship of a now thriving Gazoo Racing sub-brand, one thing about it stood out compared to its lesser brethren: it was not available with a manual transmission.
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Toyota GR Supra to get manual transmission

IN Toyota, Supra, GR Supra, Gazoo Racing, Save The Manuals

Toyota goes doubles down on the #savethemanuals movement, but what does this mean for BMW?


When it comes to the latter, the entry version known as the i4 eDrive40, when fully-charged, is capable of a range of up to 590km. Timely, considering that Singapore drivers will be able to drive into Malaysia without restrictions again from April 1st. With such a range, the i4 should be able to be driven to Kuala Lumpur without any problems. It is also reassuring to know that Shell has a network of 180kW high-speed chargers along the North-South Expressway in Malaysia just in case the i4 or any other EV needs a quick juice-up. Powered by a 250kW (340hp) and 430Nm electric motor that drives the rear wheels, this enables this EV to accelerate to 100km/h from a standstill in 5.7 seconds.
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BMW i4 launched in Singapore

IN BMW, I4, EV, 4 Series

The first four-door EV from BMW sets the brand on a direct course with the Tesla Model 3 in its sights


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Audi grandsphere concept

IN Audi, Grandsphere, Concept, Luxury, EV, Fast charging

The private jet for the road.


2002 NISSAN SKYLINE GT-R (R34) V-SPEC II NÜR (10KM) Given the skyrocketing values of JDM icons, the crown jewel of the collection is unsurprisingly that white Skyline GT-R. The current auction record for an R34 Skyline is 33.2 million yen (US$314k/S$426k) for a 6817km Millennium Jade M-Spec Nür, but this BH Auction car will probably smash that. For comparison, that’s slightly more than the base price of a McLaren 720S in the US - just let that sink in for a moment... The reason for the astronomical price? Well for starters, it's a V-Spec II Nür, the penultimate iteration of the R34 that commemorated the end of Skyline GT-R production (the 19 mighty Z-Tunes were converted by Nismo in 2005 from existing cars). Named after that famous racetrack in Germany, 718 V-Spec II Nür were produced (159 - the most common colour - in white), and received all of Nissan’s go-faster bits that were available to the Skyline at the time.
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This is what a brand new, 10km Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 looks like

IN BH Auction, Tokyo, Japan, Tuning, Modified, Nissan Skyline GT-R, Nissan Silvia, Porsche 993

It’s part of an incredible auction of unregistered cars that includes a C4 Corvette Grand Sport, a Nissan Silvia S15, a Porsche 993 Carrera 4, and a pair of single digit-mileage Porsche 997 Speedsters


Sticking to their even model numbers for this series, they've just launched the 2 Series Gran Coupe, or what I’d like to call the Baby Grand. This latest model is the first of its kind and is effectively the entry-level four-door coupe (and sedan) for the brand.
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Baby Grand | BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe M235i

The piano is a beautiful musical instrument. It requires you to play both chords and melody at the same time, master that, and you'll able to create music in many various genres.


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.


You take a look at the LC 500 here — you’re just not sure. The front end made it look like a serpent and the grill seems a tad over the top. Its headlamps, along with the individual daytime running light and signal repeaters, all LED, seems too abstract. Flanking the car are several creases, paired to a broad shoulder that, potentially, puts Stallone to shame. The rear? Full of details that will not look out of place in a Transformer series, thanks largely to the slit-eyed tail lamps.
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Lexus LC 500 | Slowly, Love

IN Lexus, LC, LC 500, Lexus LC 500, Grand Tourer, V8, NA, NA V8, Cruiser, Borneo Motors, 2017

This V8-powered grand tourer epitomizes the brand’s know-hows in delivering a car that offers more than just the typical Lexus comfort - but it does take time to love


For the first time ever, three-day grandstand passes will be offered during this Super Early Bird phase, in addition to the regular Walkabout and Premier Walkabout passes. There will also be an additional junior ticket category available during this phase, allowing children aged 16 years old and below to access two grandstands at nearly half off the regular adult ticket price.
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Early Bird tickets now available for the 2018 Singapore Grand Prix

IN 2018 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, Formula One, F1, Singapore, Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore GP, Super Early Bird, 2018

12 ticket categories on sale at Super Early Bird prices


With a revised exterior design, a technology-packed interior, and an enhanced W12 engine that now sits further back, the third-generation Continental GT is touted as ‘the finest Grand Tourer ever produced’.
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Third time’s the charm

IN Bentley, Continental GT, W12, Bentley Continental GT, Bentley Motors

Third-generation Bentley Continental GT announced


Earlier in 2017, it was announced that ExxonMobil would be the official fuel, lubricant and motor oil partner to Red Bull Racing in 2017, providing the team with leading-edge Mobil 1 lubricants and Synergy Race Fuels. Mobil 1 advanced synthetic motor oil is engineered for extreme and is proven to deliver exceptional performance and protection for modern engines.
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Triple-win for Mobil 1

Mobil 1 sponsored motorsports teams blaze ahead with hat trick victories around the world


Adding to the celebratory atmosphere at the Marina Bay Street Circuit are multi-platinum pop artist Ariana Grande, iconic British band Duran Duran, pop rock band One Republic, singer-songwriter Seal and American DJ duo The Chainsmokers. Also will be performing are UK's George The Poet and Lianne La Havas.
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Star-studded acts for this year's Singapore Grand Prix

IN Formula One, F1, Singapore GP, 2017 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix, Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore, 2017, F1 Singapore, Ariana Grande, The Chainsmokers, One Republic, Duran Du

Full-length concerts will be performed by Duran-Duran and One Republic; The Chainsmokers and Ariana Grande to perform too


But let’s make no mistake about this - Jeeps are cool and the Wrangler sits on the throne of that coolness scale. But the Wrangler is definitely not the most luxurious thing on four wheels. The Grand Cherokee on the other hand, is a premium SUV that offers more luxury and comfort than it’s iconic sibling. Yet, it bears the badge and credentials of a Jeep, which make it a capable off-roader as well.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit | King Of The Hill

IN Jeep, Grand Cherokee, Summit, Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit, SUV, Luxury, Pentastar, Chrysler Jeep Automotive of Singapore, 2017

This is my first drive in a Jeep. After eight years of being a motoring journalist, I've finally gotten behind the wheel of an all-American off-roader and I am rather pleasantly surprised.


It wasn’t until two years later that the name “Andrew Tang” would become prominent. This was when he became champion of the 2014 Toyota Racing Series in New Zealand, becoming the first non-Kiwi ever to do so. Sadly, his rapid rise up the ranks was curtailed by National Service, but he’s since bounced back from that setback, having been picked up by the Porsche China Junior Team in the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia, where he’s currently lying 3rd in the Championship, with two race wins under his belt. We caught up with him recently to try and dig deeper and find the driving force behind Singapore’s latest driving prodigy.
Motorsports

Shining Star | An interview with Andrew Tang

Say hello to the speediest Singaporean on four wheels. After making waves racing in Europe and New Zealand, 22-year old Andrew Tang is flying the nation’s flag high in the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia.


A brand new Super Pit ticket category will be introduced at the Super Early Bird phase. Priced at S$1,288, the Super Pit seats offer spectacular views of the race, team garages, starting grid or finish line from the Pit Grandstand. Super Pit buyers will also receive a commemorative ticket, lanyard as well as priority access at Gate 1.
Motorsports

A Decade Of Night Racing: Promotional F1 Tickets On Sale

IN Formula One, F1, Singapore GP, 2017 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore, 2017

Race promoter Singapore GP announced a host of special tickets for 2017's race, scheduled to be held from 29th September to 1st October 2017


Probably it all boiled down to luck and fate, but while I was looking around the market, I couldn’t seem to find a suitable car. Most of the SG-generation Subaru Forester 2.5 XT I viewed either had too much modifications (I’m always keen on a car that is in full stock condition), had too high a mileage (saw an early 2008 model with almost 260,000 km on the odometer), looked tired or already had a bad history (badly maintained, uneven paint surfaces or showed signs of previous accidents). I was about to go back to the drawing board and reconsider my options, but Managing Editor, Joel suggested a Subaru Impreza WRX instead; at that point he had just sent his 2005 Subaru Forester to the scrapyard (COE woes, what else?). The satisfaction he had during his time with the car obviously made him gave me that idea.
Readers' Rides

I Bought One: Subaru Impreza WRX 2.0 (A)

IN Subaru, Impreza, WRX, Subaru Impreza WRX, 2.0 automatic, All-wheel drive, Rex, Rexy the WRX, Motor Image Enterprise

With the ownership experience coming to a year, our Editor lets us in on his entire time with his 9 year-old WRX


Blyton Park Driving Centre in Lincolnshire, hosted the head-to-head around its 2.9 kilometre circuit and saw both car and plane reach speeds in excess of 225 km/h. While the Grand Cherokee SRT tackled the race track, the Silence SA1100 Twister plane navigated around seven-metre high pylons, as they both attempted to reach the chequered flag first.  
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SRT8 Cherokee VS Twister Plane

IN Jeep, Grand Cherokee, SRT8, Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8, SUV, 4x4, V8 HEMI, V8, Silence SA1100 Twister

Jeep’s high-performance Grand Cherokee SRT races aerobatic plane around course and the winner is...



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