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That said, it’s not saying the A1 isn’t a success story here locally. To date, the A1 has quite some presence — well, making it come loaded with a list of option and different state of tunes surely gave it a wider audience. And now with the newest 5-door variant, Audi’s baby definitely has a trump card against the aging Mini. With that two extra doors, practicality and versatility is definitely it’s strongest selling point. On top of that, it’s far more glamorous than a VW Polo GTI.

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Class Act | Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI

IN Audi A1, Audi A1 Sportback, A1, A1 Sportback, Audi Singapore, Premium Automobiles

Audi’s A1 was once considered a vain effort to meddle with Mini’s pie, but now in 5-door guise, it’s turning into quite the proposition.

Like all six Golf GTI generations before it, the seventh generation concept car being shown in Paris is distinguished from other Golf models by numerous additional equipment features and classic GTI insignia. Overall, the seventh generation Golf is also visually more dynamic than the previous one. The objective of the designers was to develop an even more striking and sporty character into the new Golf GTI - the goal was to give the GTI a lower, wider image with a more challenging character. Volkswagen Design developed numerous individual, detailed solutions for the new Golf GTI and integrated them harmoniously into the overall visual concept. Important here is the fact that the GTI-specific design elements are not simply

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Volkswagen Golf GTi Concept

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, E35, 2.0, TSI, Concept, Paris Motor Show

Set to be launched in early 2013, the new Volkswagen Golf GTI will be powered by the engine from the EA888 series with 220 ps, and 230 ps if opted with the factory performance pack.

Jaguar, which has innovated the use of aluminum body structures, built the new Jaguar F-Type around its most advanced rigid and lightweight aluminum architecture to date. Jaguar engineers applied more than a decade's worth of aluminum construction experience to achieve the twin goals for the F-Type of low mass and an extremely rigid body.

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Paris Motor Show | Jaguar F-Type

IN Paris Motor Show, Jaguar, F-Type, V6, V8

The Paris Motor Show will house the latest sports cars under the roof of the Paris Expo - Porte de Versailles. One of the sexiest cars that'll wow visitors has to be Jaguar's much anticipated F-Type.

By selecting the Sport Mode, the driver can benefit from a peak power of 265 hp and up to 360 Nm of torque for even crisper acceleration response. Thanks to this Renault Sport innovation, it is possible to use MÃ©gane R.S.’s potential to the full, notably on tracks. At the same time, the sound produced by MÃ©gane R.S.’s engine has been revised to ensure a satisfying pitch at all revs thanks a more open exhaust design and a reinforced sound pipe.

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New Megane RS265 - Red Bull Racing Special Edition

IN Renault, Red Bull, Red Bull Racing Special Edition, Megane, Megane RS265, Renault Megane RS265

After the Clio R.S and Twingo R.S, Renault has now released MÃ©gane R.S to mark its successful partnership with Red Bull Racing on the racetrack.

The Audi A6 hybrid can drive at up to 100 km/h purely on electric power and has a range of three kilometers at a constant 60 km/h. It can also drive using the combustion engine alone or in hybrid mode.

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Audi Launches New A6 Hybrid With A Special Preview Of The A1 e-tron

IN Audi, A6, Hybrid, E-tron

Efficiency of a four-cylinder engine with the performance of a V6? That's what the Audi A6 hybrid offers. Combining the best of both worlds in efficiency and power.

After more than five years in Singapore, the 300C was recently given a facelift to keep it fresh and relevant. At the same time, to present itself as a unique alternative next to the more predictable German and Japanese offerings.

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Updated Chrysler 300C Now Available Locally

IN Chrysler, 300C, Chrysler 300C, Chrysler Jeep Automotive oF Singapore Pte Ltd, 300

Its predecessor was well-liked, but the sleeker looking update makes it more attractive

The 1.2 TSI engine, mated to a 7-speed DSG, produces 105 bhp. This particular combination has already proven its worth in several other Volkswagen models. This turbocharged direct-injectionpetrol powerplant accelerates the CrossPolo to 100km/h in only 9.9 seconds, while top speed is rated at 188km/h. At the same time, the car achieves a combined fuel consumption of just 5.5L/100km, equivalent to 128g/km of CO2. The CrossPolo meets the limits of the Euro 5 emissions standard. Price is set at $126,300, with COE.

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Crossing Into New Territories - VW CrossPolo and Passat 1.4

IN Volkswagen Group Singapore, Volkswagen, VW, CrossPolo, Volkswagen CrossPolo 1.2 TSI, Volkswagen Passat 1.4 TSI, TSI

Coming after the standard Polo in 2009, Polo BlueMotion in 2010 and the thrilling Polo GTI, the CrossPolo now completes the series as a fourth model. And here's the other surprise: a Category A Passat

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Mercedes Launches New SL At Gardens By The Bay

IN Mercedes, SL, Mercedes-Benz, Daimler Chrysler, 500 SL, 350 SL

You might have to get used to the looks, but the new SL is lighter, faster, more luxurious and promises to be even more agile that its predecessor.

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Singapore's Best Suzuki Swift Sport Results

IN Suzuki, Swift Sport, Singapore, Caltex, Competition, Champion Motors

The results are out! After two months of showing-off our eight cars meet at the Suzuki Singapore showroom and face-off!

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Volkswagen Launches A New Icon

IN Volkswagen, Beetle, 1.2 TSI

With over 21 million manufactured, the Beetle is the longest-running car of a single design platform in the world. While it may never repeat that feat, the new Beetle sure looks like a winner!

All HSBC card holders will also be eligible for a special limited edition redemption. When you accumulate $150 in a maximum of three receipts during the promotion period, customers can redeem a limited edition Ice Age 4 Sunvisor for their cars. The promotion at Caltex stations will run from 18 June - 22 July 2012.

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Cool Off At Caltexâ„¢ With ‘Ice Age 4’

Feeling the heat? Make a trip to any Caltex service station for a little icy cold action! Starting 18 June, everyday journeys will be made memorable for parents and children through a five-week promo.

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Singapore's Best Suzuki Swift Sport | Entry Eight (8)

IN Suzuki, Swift Sport, Singapore, Caltex, Competition, Champion Motors

This is one downright hardcore car that was built for one purpose - to race. How many can claim to have finished the Sepang 1000 endurance race? This car from RaceDynamics can!

“Just two months after its Asian sneak preview at the Singapore Yacht Show 2012, the much-anticipated new BMW M6 Convertible has officially arrived at our shores. This latest rendition offers not only a high-performance sports car with superior performance attributes, but one with an extremely exclusive character as well,” said Mr Neil Fiorentinos, Managing Director of BMW Group Asia.

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BMW M6 Convertible - Now You Can Officially Have One

IN BMW, M, BMW M, M6, Convertible, M6 Convertible, Munich Automobiles Pte Ltd

Although it was already given a prior press review, BMW's hyper convertible can now be officially ordered for local buyers

From all walks of life. Cars line up for transponder testing.

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Zerotohundred.com TimeToAttack 2012 Round One

IN Zerotohundred.com, TimeToAttack, Event, Sepang

As the official media for Singapore, we were proud to witness some of the fastest cars around Sepang at the first round of Zertohundred.com's TimeToAttack, two of which flew our local colours.

The BMW Zagato CoupÃ© heralds a new chapter in the tradition of cooperation between BMW and Italian designers. Much has changed since earlier collaborations, however, with the advent of new working methods such as digital sketching, Photoshop and CAD/CAS tools, things have gotten easier, and designs alot bolder.

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BMW And Zagato Combine Forces to Produce A One-off

Milanese coachbuilder Zagato has teamed up with BMW to unveil the BMW Zagato CoupÃ©, a hand-crafted special that premiered at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.