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No Brainer | Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6 (A)

IN Toyota, Corolla, Altis, 2014, Toyota Corolla Altis, Borneo Motors

Singapore’s highly regarded family sedan now comes in a more stylish body-shell, but can it continue as well as it’s predecessor?


The aggressive-looking front end sports an angular grille flanked by new trapezoidal-shaped headlights with a new LED design. Following the R8, the Audi logo has been moved from within the grille to the bonnet’s nose.
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Audi Reveals New TT At Geneva Motor Show

IN Audi, TT, TFSI, TTS, Audi Centre Singapore, Audi Singapore, Premium Automobiles

The edgier, lighter, more powerful third generation Audi TT and Audi TTS strut their stuff at their world premieres at the Geneva Motor Show.


But you cannot deny the fact that there are a few competent alternatives next to the X5. Prominently are Audi’s Q7, Porsche’s Cayenne, the Range Rover and even Volkswagen’s Touareg; they all offer the same proposition as the BMW.
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Beam Me Up, Scotty | BMW X5 xDrive50i

IN BMW, X5, SAV, SUV, XDrive50i, XDrive, BMW Asia

Does the flagship X5 have it all? We spend some alone time with BMW’s SUV to see whether it can be the segment leader


Like the previous model the full-sized MPV will come in two variants - the EX and the EXV. The EX is the 'base' model, although it already comes with quite a list of features and seats the most number of people (eight vs. seven in the EXV). Available as standard on both models are Honda's new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, HondaLink navigation and of course, the 2.4-litre DOHC i-VTEC engine with Earth Dreams technology. The unit pumps out a healthy 172bhp and 225Nm and will return a fuel consumption figure of 12.7km/L.
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New Honda Odyssey Launched

IN Honda, Odyssey, Kah Motors, MPV, Earth dreams, I-VTEC

The Honda Odyssey loses its low-slung profile, but makes up for it with more space, more features and more bits of modern tech.


The only catch is this; it's not quite ready for sale. Clickdrive's creators have gone the way of sourcing for crowd funding to begin mass production. So if you're keen on having one, visit the link above to learn more and be a part of this pioneering technology now! Lookout for more updates on our Facebook page too, we'll keep you readers posted on the latest developments with Clickdrive!
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Forget The Smartphone. Here's To The Smartcar!

IN Clickdrive, Device, OBD, Technology, Smartphone, Apps

There's a new device in town and it promises to make your car smarter than it already is.


Well, they may not be your average supercars, but they are all sporty enough to give any big-engined, bank-breaking engineering feats on four wheels quite a hard time on our roads. Simply put, a lot of performance for not a lot of money. Meet (in clockwise direction) the BMW M135i, MINI John Cooper Works, Volkswagen Touareg TDI R-Line, Volvo V40 R-Design, Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG and Audi S3 Sportback. That’s a combined 1,592 bhp and 2,350 Nm of torque…
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Surprises Of 2013

IN 2013, Surprises, BMW, MINI, Volkswagen, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, M135i, JCW, R-Line, R-Design, AMG, S3, A45, V40, Touareg, Clubman

An exciting and unforgettable year it was, made even more memorable thanks to the arrival of these wheels


Because what we have here are an extensive list of cars, introduced in 2013 itself, that we feel will never go out of style; those that will remain on our roads even in the distant future all thanks to their stylish exterior that will never, well, get out of style. However, as this is Burnpavement and we take performance seriously, we have picked a total of nine (yes nine, your eyes aren’t playing any tricks) different cars that drives admirably well AND looks oh-so-beautiful. So let’s not delay any further and let us introduce to you: The Fashionable Cars of 2013. Meet (clockwise from left to right) the Peugeot RCZ, BMW 435i, Jaguar F-Type S V8, BMW M6 Gran Coupe, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz E250 Cabriolet, Volkswagen CC R-Line, Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet and MINI Cooper S Paceman.
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Fashionable Cars Of 2013

IN Fashionable, Cars, 2013, Peugeot, BMW, Jaguar, BMW, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, MINI, M

2013 was indeed a tough year for the local industry, but that aside, some very stylish cars still manage to make their way here.


Alpha Biofuels has signed a three-year agreement with The Westin Singapore to provide the upper upscale hotel with its exclusive Green Luxury biodiesel-powered limousine fleet, which consists of two Jaguar XJ sedans. What makes this project revolutionary is that the biodiesel will be obtained exclusively from recycling waste cooking oil generated by The Westin Singapore, thereby forming a self-sustaining 'waste-to-energy' loop. In addition, The Westin Singapore’s Green Luxury limousines represent the first luxury limousine fleet in Singapore to consist completely of biodiesel-powered vehicles.
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Cooking Oil As Fuel?!

IN Alpha Biofuels, Diesel, Wearnes, Jaguar

Alpha Biofuels joins forces with The Westin Singapore and Wearnes Automotive in breakthrough Green Luxury initiative.


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Volkswagen's Category A Knockouts

IN Volkswagen Group Singapore, Volkswagen, VW, Golf, Cross Polo, Beetle, Touran, TDI, TSI, DSG, Jetta

Punching above their weight, a selection of Volkswagen's new line-up of Category A cars was offered to the media over a two-day drive trip to Kuantan, Malaysia.


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Zee Four-ce Is With You | BMW Z4 sDrive35is

IN BMW, Z4, Roadster, Performance Motors, SDrive35is, Convertible

BMW’s new Z4 not only turns heads, it makes jaws drop and hearts thump.


The fifth generation 911 GT3, a completely new development, has a power-to-weight ratio of 3.0 kg/hp and the ability to achieve a top speed of 315 km/h. It accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in a mere 3.5 seconds and completes a lap at Nürburgring Nordschleife in just under 7:30 minutes. As a technical highlight, it features the first active rear-wheel steering in a production Porsche, as well as optional full-LED headlights. The powertrain consists of a 3.8-liter boxer engine yielding 475 bhp at 8,250 rpm, a Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK) and a high-traction rear-wheel drive.
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Welcome To Singapore, 911 GT3 And 911 Turbo!

IN Porsche, 911, 991, GT3, Turbo, Turbo S, 911 GT3, 911 Turbo, 911 Turbo S, Porsche Centre Singapore

Porsche today launched the new 911 GT3, 911 Turbo and 911 Turbo S at the Porsche Centre Singapore.


And I am not exaggerating. Really. Just how on earth did Audi manage to come up with this scheme? By planting a highly tuned 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder lump under the bonnet, and then pair it to a 6-speed S-tronic ‘box. The rest, as they would say, is history: 276 bhp at your disposal and then 380 Nm available from as low as 1,800 rpm. Jaw-dropping stuff.
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The Super Hatch For The Super Man | Audi S3 Sportback

IN Audi, S3, Hot-hatch, Hatchback, Audi S3 Sportback, Sportback, A3

If you’re the sort who moves around a whole lot but do not possess the super power of the man with the red cape (and underwear outside), then read this


While no details were revealed about power source at time of unveiling, we did reported earlier that BMW and Toyota had signed an agreement to cooperate on various areas. Hence, as this is a sports car after all, we reckon it could be potentially running with BMW's twin turbo'd six-cylinder lump paired to a 7-speed DCT. A bigger surprise would be seeing this car getting the hybrid treatment, ala BMW's i8. But hey, let's just wait for more info about this FT-1 as it comes; exciting times for Toyota…
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Say Hello To Toyota's FT-1

IN Toyota, FT-1, Future Toyota

Toyota shows off a radical concept car: Say "woah"!


As many enthusiasts would know, a JCW model is the result of an overall concept developed on the back of the brand’s many years of motor sport experience. The precise interplay of ultra high performance powertrain and chassis technology, with the car’s aerodynamically optimised exterior features ensures that the agile and surefooted handling - or also known as the 'go-kart feeling' - shines brightly in extremely sporty driving situations as well. The result is hardcore driving fun, taken into a new dimension by this new MINI John Cooper Works Concept.
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Sneak Peek - MINI's John Cooper Works Concept

IN MINI, Mini, John Cooper Works, JCW, F56, Cooper, Cooper S

The MINI John Cooper Works Concept offers a look into the next generation MINI sports model.


Armed with the previous generation 3.0-litre V6 turbocharged diesel unit, the engine in the S350 might not be new, but it has been revised to produce more power, more torque, a lower CO2 figure and improved economy. Packing 258 bhp and a hefty 620 Nm of torque, the S350 will hit 100 km/h from standstill in 6.8 seconds, and peak at a limited 250 km/h top speed. Best of all, it behaves completely like a petrol car; it is quiet, smooth and completely rattle-free. The only way to tell that it is diesel is by driving it - because the car pulls like a train!
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Dawn Of A New Star | Mercedes-Benz S 350 L BlueTEC

IN Mercedes-Benz, S350, S Class, V6, Diesel

We drive the 'entry-level' Mercedes-Benz S-Class and find no signs of it's diesel-powered nature. Instead, this luxury saloon just oozes pure and creamy power!


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When Everything Feels Right | Lexus ES300h

IN Lexus, ES, Hybrid, ES300h, Borneo Motors, Lexus ES300h

By reintroducing the ES, Lexus provides the answer to those who do not require a sporty GS


Reputed for being ultra exclusive, ALPINA produces just 1,200 BMW ALPINA automobiles each year for worldwide distribution dedicating only a limited number of units for the Right Hand Drive market like Singapore. To share the joy of exclusive ALPINA ownership, each BMW ALPINA automobile comes adourned with its own ALPINA Production Number.
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Munich Auto Is Southeast Asia's First Alpina Dealer

IN BMW, Alpina, B3

Munich Automobiles has revealed that it will be the first ALPINA dealer in South East Asia.


The new Audi RS 6 Avant offers superior performance and groundbreaking efficiency, providing practicality for everyday use and leisure. Made out of high-tech steel and approximately 20 percent aluminium, the new and improved model weighs nearly 100 kilograms lesser than its predecessor. The new Audi RS 6 Avant boasts a twin-turbo V8 engine that delivers 560 hp and a constant 700 Nm of torque, accelerating from zero to 100 km/h in a staggering 3.9 seconds. Lighter and more efficient than the previous models, Audi has created a sporty, top-of-the-line vehicle that supersedes its predecessors in performance in every parameter possible.
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Absolute Power Doesn't Corrupt! It Excites!

IN Audi, RS 6 Avant, SQ5, S3 Sportback

The new Audi RS 6 Avant, SQ5 and S3 Sportback storms Singapore!


The XAV-612BT and XAV-712BT are also capable of reading out incoming text messages, tweets and calendar reminders while the user is driving. This empowers the driver to stay in touch with friends and stay up to speed with his/her schedule for the day, while at the same time ensuring a smooth and safe journey to complete his/her tasks. Furthermore, the head units also feature MHL/HDMI (Mobile High-Definition Link/ High-Definition Multimedia Interface) technology, meaning that audio and video content on the compatible smartphone can be enjoyed through the head unit display. MHL technology puts compatible smartphone users in touch with their favourite apps by simply connecting the cable to the device, while HDMI technology enables smartphone users to easily access their compatible smartphone.
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Sony's New In-Car AV Centre Head Units

IN Sony, Head Unit, ICE, AV

Sony has recently announced two new in-car AV centre head units, the XAV-612BT and XAV-712BT, providing drivers with access to music, navigation and smartphone apps while they’re on the road.


“It’s incredible to see what we have accomplished in the last 15 years, but we’re not done innovating yet,” said Kazunori Yamauchi. “Gran Turismo began with an idea that we could carve a new type of racing game that pushes the boundaries of realism while inspiring the devotion of car enthusiasts around the world. To see how the franchise has evolved since then into a true automotive brand fuels Polyphony to continue defining and transforming the genre with games like Gran Turismo 6.”
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Gran Turismo 6 Is Here!

IN Gran Turismo 6, GT6, Sony, Playstation

The spirit of racing returns exclusively on PlayStation 3 to deliver the most anticipated racing experience of the year.



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