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Another new item is the newly developed five-link suspensions and also the new electromechanical power steering system. Dynamic steering is available as an option; it varies its ratio according to the driving speed and steering angle.The Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro retails for $239,700 with COE and after CEVS rebate.
Happenings

New Q5 Launched At Suntec Plaza

IN Audi, Q5, Audi Q5, SUV, 2017, 2.0 TFSI, Quattro, Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro, Quattro ultra technology, Suntec City, Audi Singapore

Audi claims their new SUV is setting the standard in its segment, and here are some reasons why...


But every once in a while, car manufacturers do churn out an SUV that stands out. Or excite, to say the least. When you come to think about it again, this is indeed a big challenge as people who buy SUVs generally just need a big, tall car to move around from point A to point B, and nothing else.
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Infiniti Q30 2.0T Sport | 2-in-1

IN Infiniti, Q30, Infiniti Q30, Compact Crossover, 2017, Wearnes Automotive

Not much attention had been given to the Q30, but surprisingly, it does have good things to offer


Inherent in the Ecopia family, EP300 is tested and proven to achieve significant fuel savings of up to 2-liters for every full tank compared to conventional tyres. In tests comparing EP300 to the previous ECOPIA generation, the results demonstrate that the new technologies and design concept adopted for EP300 helped to achieve improved fuel savings, while offering drivers additional travelling distance of up to 11.2 km per tank, with superior wet grip performance for a safer drive on wet asphalt.
The Pit

Ecopia EP300: Better Performance Over Predecessor

IN Bridgestone, Ecopia, EP300, Bridgestone Ecopia EP300, Ecopia EP300, Eco tyre, 2017, Bridgestone Tyre Sales Singapore Pte Ltd

New eco-tyre features improved fuel efficiency, superior wet grip and extended wear


For its face, the 2017 Lexus IS 200t F-Sport test car here had been given a slightly aggressive twist: Tweaked headlamps, a new honeycomb spindle grill and larger air intakes on the lower part of the front bumper (which also saw the deletion of the foglamps).
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Lexus IS 200t F-Sport | Aging Gracefully

IN Lexus, IS, 200t, F-Sport, Lexus IS 200t F-Sport, Turbocharged, 2017, Facelift, Lexus Singapore, Borneo Motors,

It’s a little nip and tuck to keep the car relevant — or is it just a vain effort?


However, Mercedes didn’t just stop with the AMG C43 sedan (which we’ve reviewed previously). They have expanded to the — take a deep breath — AMG C43 Coupe, C43 Cabriolet, SLC43, GLC43, GLC43 Coupe and even E43. Yes, an entire new range of AMG 43.
Happenings

Post Event: Mercedes-AMG Drive At Sepang

IN AMG, Mercedes, Mercedes-AMG, Mercedes-Benz, Daimler, Sepang International Circuit, 2017, AMG 43, Daimler South East Asia Pte Ltd, Mercedes-Benz Singapore

Mercedes gave us the keys to their new AMG 43 range, and boy, what a blast it was…


The 2009 Formula One World Champion will take his first drive in the Team Mugen NSX-GT at the Suzuka Circuit between 6th to 7th June for tyre testing. “I am delighted to have the opportunity to race a NSX-GT at the prestigious Suzuka 1000km. Last year in December, I really enjoyed driving the NSX Concept GT at Honda Racing Thanks Day, and since then have been itching to drive it in a championship race,
Motorsports

Jenson Button To Race At Suzuka 1000 KM

IN Jenson Button, Team Mugen, Suzuka 1000km, Suzuka, Japan, NSX-GT, NSX, 2017

F1 driver to join Team Mugen in an NSX-GT


With the most highly tuned version of Jaguar Land Rover’s 5.0-litre supercharged V8, Project 8 will become the second Collectors’ Edition vehicle from SVO, following the successful launch of Jaguar F-Type Project 7 in 2014. No more than 300 cars, all hand-assembled at SVO’s Technical Centre in Coventry, will be created for sale worldwide.
Happenings

Jaguar Unleashes Its Extreme Performer

IN Jaguar, XE, SV, Project 8, V8, Jaguar XE SV Project 8, SVO, SVO Design, Jaguar Land Rover, Jaguar Land Rover Special Operations, Goodwood Festival of Speed, 2017

Project 8 offers supercar performance and dynamics in a sedan; production will be limited


Developed by Lamborghini in collaboration with race car constructors Dallara, the rear-wheel-drive monster is an attractive buy for drivers looking to progress to GT3 racing.
Motorsports

For Sale: Huracan LP620-2 Super Trofeo

IN Lamborghini, Lambo, Huracan, LP620-2, Super Trofeo, Lamborghini Huracan LP620-2 Super Trofeo, Race Car, Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Series

Rear-wheel drive race car was made exclusively for the 2016 Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo Series, but now available from Lamborghini London's dealer


But it truly was a beauty. So how do you make something that great better? Well you don’t. The new A5’s designer Frank Lamberty, took on this project with the mindset of “improving the design with some subtle tweaks“. With the less-is-more approach, he made small changes to the new A5 (which is based on the new A4), most of it at the front.
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Audi A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI S-tronic | Automobil-Eleganz

Audi's A5 has always been the benchmark for automobile elegance in the premium range. The new car carries on that tradition.


Happenings

Lunch-time-drive-time with the Jeep Renegade

What's better than a Friday lunch time filled with free food, cool cars and awesome prizes? Nothing! So sign up for this exclusive event with Jeep now!


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.
Motorsports

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


Cleverly designed to install without intrusive mechanical alterations onto the 1,998cc SKYACTIV-G engine, the BBR Stage 1 turbocharger upgrade is specified to enhance drivability as well as outright power. Post conversion, the turbocharger upgrade indicates a 0-100 km/h time slashed from 7.3 to a scorching 5 seconds flat. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
The Pit

Stage 1 Turbo Now Available For MX-5!

IN BBR Stage 1, Turbocharger, Stage 1, BBR, Mazda MX-5, Mazda, Miata, SKYACTIV-G

Want more power out of your MX-5? How does 248 bhp sound like?


Happenings

Infiniti's QX50 Concept To Debut

IN Infiniti, QX50, QX50 Concept, Crossover, Infiniti QX50, Auto Shanghai 2017, 2017, Wearnes Automotive

The QX50 concept - the brand’s vision for a next-generation premium crossover - makes its Asia debut this week at Auto Shanghai


Dongfeng Peugeot-Citroën Automobile Limited (a joint venture between China's Dongfeng Motor Corporation and PSA Peugeot Citroën) is expanding its range with the world premiere of the New C5 Aircross SUV: Set for launch in China in the second half of 2017, this new model will subsequently see production and its commercial launch in Europe at the end of 2018. Subsequently, Asia should see this model become available by the first quarter of 2019.
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Citroën's SUV Offensive

IN Citroën, C5 Aircross, C3 Aircross, Citroën C5 Aircross, Citroën C3 Aircross, Aircross, Shanghai Motor Show 2017, 2017

Citroën to showcase two SUV concepts at the 2017 Shanghai Motor Show


The VLN endurance race provided the opportunity for Hyundai Motor to intensively test the i30 N car that feature technical specifications very close to the actual production car. The i30 N car was up against cars from other manufacturers, that are heavily modified, to cope with the demands of the VLN race.Albert Biermann, Hyundai Motor's Head of Vehicle Test and High Performance Development said, “We want our high performance brand to have considerable racing pedigree so it is important that we compete with minimal modifications. Nürburgring is where the i30 N has undergone much of its testing and chassis development.”
Happenings

Hyundai's Performance Model Tested

IN Hyundai, I30, N, Hyundai i30 N, Hyundai Motor, Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center, Nürburgring, Veranstaltergemeinschaft Langstreckenpokal Nürburgring, ADAC Zurich 24-hour

Close to production i30 N competed in endurance race, ahead of global launch later this year


Now here’s contestant number ten: The Spain-assembled Nissan Pulsar.
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Nissan Pulsar 1.2 DIG-T | Price Buster

IN Nissan, Pulsar, Family hatchback, Hatchback, Turbocharged, DIG-T, 1.2 DIG-T, Nissan Pulsar 1.2 DIG-T, Tan Chong Motor Sales, 2017

In an already crowded market place, is there still space for the Pulsar here?


Equipped with All-Wheel Drive, an optimised chassis and an increased ground clearance of 63.5 mm compared to the standard Volvo V90, the All-New Volvo V90 Cross Country improves off-road capability; it can perform in all sorts of road conditions, from muddy tracks to long distance highway driving.
Happenings

Volvo's V90 Cross Country Is Here

IN Volvo, Volvo V90 Cross Country, V90 Cross Country, Cross Country, CC, V90, Volvo Cars, Volvo Cars Singapore, Wearnes Automotive, Wearnes, 2017

Perfect for the sort who wants something, ahem, not too much of a wagon and not too much of an SUV


The Panamera Turbo is also the first Porsche to be equipped with the new adaptive cylinder control in its engine. In part-load operation, the system temporarily and imperceptibly turns the eight-cylinder into a four-cylinder engine. This reduces fuel consumption by up to 30 per cent, hence returning a combined fuel consumption of 9.4L/100 km.Prices are set at SGD$360,388 for the Panamera, SGD$543,188 for the Panamera 4S, SGD$556,988 for the Panamera 4S Diesel and SGD$711,688 for the Panamera Turbo. All prices exclude options and COE.
Happenings

New Generation Panamera Launched in Singapore

IN Porsche, Panamera, 2017 Porsche Panamera, 2017, Panamera Turbo, Panamera 4S, Panamera 4S Diesel, Singapore, Porsche Asia Pacific, Symphony of Courage, Porsche Club Singapore

Second generation Panamera is now locally available in four variants


And the problem with those two choices are, (a) the E-Class Cabriolet isn’t as youthful and might be mistaken as your mum’s car, while (b) the SLK is a strict two-seater which meant additional passengers have to be thrown into the boot.
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Mercedes-Benz C200 Cabriolet | Welcome To The Topless Party

IN Mercedes-Benz, C200, Cabriolet, C-Class, C200 Cabriolet, Mercedes-Benz C200 Cabriolet, Daimler, MB, Cycle & Carriage Mercedes-Benz

Can the cloth-top version of the C-Class deliver if you want style, comfort and a little bit of driving fun in one package?


The S3 sedan - which is also available in Sportback form - is a handsome car, with a sporty single-frame grill with matt grey inlays contrasting against the black paint. The lower air inlets have slightly more pronounced lines and a RS-styled honeycomb grill, giving the new S3 a meaner stance. While the black exterior is certainly safe, perhaps a more impactful colour for the test car would have been nice - Misano Red maybe?
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Audi S3 Quattro Sedan | A Step Up

IN Audi Singapore, Audi S3, Quattro, S3, 2017

Audi’s refreshed S3 has grown up in the looks department. Resembling its ‘older’ A4 sibling, it is also nearly as comfortable to pilot and sit in. Let’s go for a drive.



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