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Volvo Air Motion

Imagine a vehicle lighter than a F1 race car. Experiencing the adrenaline rush of carving through the canyons with up to three friends and not using a drop of gasoline...

In the frontal collision at a speed of up to 64 km/h, which forms part of the Euro NCAP crash test, the passenger cell of the MINI Countryman proved to be extremely stable. Irrespective of the size and sitting position of the passengers, only a slight risk of injury was detected. The MINI Countryman earned the maximum number of points for occupant protection in a side-on collision, while the testers also rated the risk of injury to the cervical vertebrae in a rear-end collision as low. The crash test results were just as positive when it came to the use of seat systems for three year old and 18 month old children. Both in the frontal and the side-on collision, a stable position and minimal head movements at the moment of impact were registered in each case.

Happenings

Five Stars For The MINI Countryman

IN MINI, Countryman, Cooper, S

The new MINI crossover earns top rating in Euro NCAP crash test.

The final group of the first round featured an incredible combined 11 F1 world championships and Schumacher beat Alain Prost by just over a second in a closely-fought contest in the ROC Car. Schumacher won all three first-round races with Parente going through as runner-up. Current British touring car number one Jason Plato missed out, as did Prost, who spun out of his last race in the KTM X-Bow.

Motorsports

Race Of Champions 2010 Grand Final

IN Race Of Champions, ROC, DÃ¼sseldorf

Filipe Albuquerque lifts The Race of Champions trophy on his debut in the Grand Final in DÃ¼sseldorf while while Team Germany triumphs in the ROC Nations Cup.

Just 599 of the new 599 GTO models are being hand-built for clients around the world who seek the ultimate expression of high-performance driving, and the entire production has been sold out since April 2010. Designed on the platform of the production Ferrari 599 GTB, but developed to offer the ultimate performance, the 599 GTO is effectively a road-going version of the 599XX, the advanced experimental track car which led the Ferrari Owners Club track parade at the Singapore Grand Prix in September.

Happenings

First Ferrari 599 GTO Arrives In Singapore

IN Ferrari, 599, GTO

The first example of the Ferrari 599 GTO, the company’s fastest-ever road car, has arrived in Singapore.

When it comes to cars (or anything for that matter), having a soul is fundamentally an emotional thing. So what better way to strike your admirer's heart than with some dashing good looks? On that note, the RS 5 scores. Having a wider track and beefier fenders to house those chunky 19

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Soul Train | Audi RS 5

IN Audi, Audi RS 5, RS, Premium Automobiles, CoupÃ©

Audi's new RS 5 is a sure-footed 450 bhp road-munching machine. But is it more than a well-built super-coupÃ©? Or does it lack the X-factor. We drive it to find out.

Modified

Singapore's Best VW Golf | Entry Two (2)

IN VW, Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, R32, Entries, Singapore, GT, TSi

This red hot GT has the looks of a GTi, plus some added bits and an awesome ICE system to make it really stand out from the crowd!

The MPV’s new styling sharpens the character of the new generation Touran. Except for the four doors, every other body part of the MPV was restyled.

Happenings

VW Singapore Launches The New Touran

IN Volkswagen, Touran, Launch, Singapore, DSG, TSI

Volkswagen Singapore has launched Germany's best-selling MPV, the New Touran. Packed with a punchy turbocharged engine and more than 500 creative space configurations, it's sure to be a hit.

It was not simply a question of moving the transmission to the rear axle, the vehicle had to be adjusted and tuned in every element of its driving dynamics. This includes springs, dampers, stabilisers and even the tyres. The aerodynamics were also adjusted to take account of the change to the power flow. The rear axle differential, with a 45 percent limited slip, was also redeveloped, as was the calibration of the e-gear transmission. One significant point was the adjustments made to the ESP system. While the standard program is focused on high stability, the CORSA program permits greater drift angles, thus enabling drivers to enjoy the dynamics of the LP550-2 to their full extent.

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Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2

IN Lamborghini, Gallardo, LP550-2, Exotic

Lamborghini presents a model in honour of their long-time test driver - the Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni. "550" as in 550 bhp and "2" for rear wheel drive. Game on!

On top of a chance to win S$5,000 of fuel vouchers, equivalent to a year’s free fuel, drivers will also get added value every time they pump Shell FuelSave, which has been formulated to help drivers save up to one litre of fuel with every full tank. Ms. Dawn Phang, General Manager, Retail Sales and Operations, said, “We have run ‘Win Free Fuel’ promotions in previous years which have proved very popular with drivers, enabling them to experience everyday savings at the pump. To bring our customers more cheer this festive season, we have decided to give away S$500,000 worth of free fuel, the most we have given away in a ‘Win Free Fuel’ campaign ever! We hope that even more customers will have a chance to Pump, Save and Win as they experience the benefits of Shell FuelSave for themselves.” Available at all Shell stations island-wide, the breakthrough Shell FuelSave is enhanced with efficiency improvers to keep engine inlet valves clean. Motorists can look forward to having greater fuel efficiency and savings at no extra cost. For more information on the new Shell FuelSave and FuelSave promotions, terms and conditions, visit shell.com.sg/freefuel.

Happenings

Pump, Save And Win at Shell

IN Shell, 95, 98, V-Power

Start celebrating the festive season early at Shell with S$500,000 worth of free fuel to be won!

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Singapore Honda Club 10th Anniversary Celebration

IN Singapore Honda Club, Honda, F1

With a turnout of more than a hundred cars, the Singapore Honda Club (SHC) celebrated their 10th anniversary with a mega photo shoot at the F1 pit building. We were there to witness it.

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FAB-Design Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

IN FAB-Design, Mercedes-Benz, SLS, AMG,

Swiss tuner FAB-Design has taken the SLS AMG to a new level. True to the company's philosophy of creating something more exclusive than the factory vehicle, the FAB-Design SLS is the result.

Happenings

Spyker C8 Aileron Spyder

IN Spyker, Spyder, C8, Aileron, Singapore, Auto Palace, Exotic, Convertible

Already a sexy little thing, the Spyker C8 Aileron now heats things up by going topless with the new C8 Aileron Spyder.

In Class B, Francis Tjia took his second series victory of the weekend and his career, with Pauian Archiland Team’s Jeffrey Lee of Chinese Taipei and Team Kangshun’s Ringo Chong of Singapore following him across the line. Chong was a man on a mission, and he managed to keep up in second position behind Tjia by the end of the opening lap. But alas, Jeffrey Lee was hot on Chong's trail, and the Taipei driver got by the Singaporean and held on to second until the flag. Having wrapped up its most successful season since its debut in 2003, with record grids and the signature on-track excitement which has earned it an unrivalled reputation, the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia is already planning to build on its phenomenal success in 2011.

Motorsports

Porsche Carrera Cup Asia - Rounds 11 & 12

IN Porsche, Carrera, PCCA

Menzel clinches 2010 Porsche Carrera Cup Asia title in Zhuhai!

The stock 3.6-liter engine is rebuilt to displace 3.82 liters. The engine has been recreated with premium components successfully developed and proven through Ninemeister’s racing exploits. The Singer 911’s engine achieves its displacement with Ninemeister 103mm pistons and cylinders, the 76.4mm crankshaft of the 997 GT3, and the 132mm lightweight titanium connecting rods. The large bore, short stroke combination can spin to 8000 rpm, but offers a broad, flexible torque curve.

Classics

A Modern Vintage | Singer 911

IN Singer, Porsche, 911, Orange, Original, Modern

Earlier this year, American company Singer Vehicle Design restored, reimagined and rebirth-ed a Porsche classic - putting new technology into an all-time favourite. This is the Singer 911.

Happenings

BRABUS Launches Singapore Showroom

IN BRABUS, Mercedes-Benz, B25, Singapore, Black, AutoVox, First Automobile Premium

BRABUS, one of the world's most elite and prestigious automotive tuner companies has opened their doors here on our sunny island, unleashing a range of bespoke luxury tarmac bruisers.

Happenings

Paris Motor Show 2010

IN Paris, Motor Show, 2010

Despite public demonstrations and transport strikes that threatened to derail the peace in France, the Paris Motor Show clocked up 1,263,467 in visits.

The Pit

Monthly Giveaways! October/November 2010

IN ZX1 Extralube, Velocity Tuning Werks

Win for yourself a ZX1 Extralube hamper courtesy of Velocity Tuning Werks! All you have to do is tag yourself to the product image on our Facebook page!

Performance wise, the Eagle EfficientGrip is designed for maximum control in all year round driving conditions and reduced wet-braking distances for rock-solid vehicle stability. With a high number of biting edges gripping the road surface for greater traction, the tyre is built with the maximum ratio of blading in the contact patch to achieve safer cornering and maximum grip in all driving conditions. Based on external tests on wet-braking performance, the Eagle EfficientGrip outperforms a leading competitor in its class. This wet-braking test was conducted by TÃœV SÃœD Automotive GmbH in Mireval, on size 205/55 R16 on a low mu wet asphalt surface, and showed that the Eagle EfficientGrip indeed reduces wet-braking distances of up to 1.7 metres versus a leading competitor. The Goodyear Eagle EfficientGrip is available in 17 sizes in 45 — 65 series, 15-17 inch rims with V, W and Y speed ratings.

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Goodyear Launches Eagle EfficientGrip

IN Goodyear, EfficientGrip, Tyre

The new Eagle EfficientGrip is Goodyear’s quietest, most comfortable tyre ever.

Motorsports

Mobil 1 To Sponsor Tony Stewart And Stewart-Haas Racing

IN Mobil 1, NASCAR, Tony Stewart, Chevrolet Impala, Stewart-Haas

The world's leading synthetic motor oil brand powers two-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Tony Stewart's No. 14 Chevrolet Impala.

Toyota Camrys were used for the dry section. No matter how hard the cars were driven, Yokohama tyres kept everyone safe.

Happenings

Yokohama ADVAN dB Test Drive

IN Yokohama, YHI, Tyre, ADVAN dB, Singapore

In anticipation of Yokohama's latest offering - the Advan dB - YHI, local distributor of the Japanese tyre maker, invited media to test drive this premium comfort tyre.