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Push It Real Good | Porsche Macan Turbo

IN Porsche, Macan, Turbo, Porsche Macan Turbo, Stuttgart, Porsche Centre Singapore

The highly successful Cayenne’s younger sibling gets the turbo treatment — big question here is whether it’s worth the premium over the Macan S


Both front and rear bumpers are highly detailed, with the front’s getting LED lights as standard. The rear spoiler is standard too, mind you.
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All That Jazzy Stuff | Honda Jazz RS

IN Honda, Jazz, RS, Honda Jazz RS, Earth Dreams, 1.5 RS, Kah Motor

Honda’s highly loved compact mini is back, but is it a case of a little too late when the Europeans are already at the forefront?


Hugo Boss will also develop a ‘Boss for Mercedes-Benz Collection’, inspired by the Formula One team, which will be available twice a year featuring high-end menswear fashion. A long-standing supporter of Formula One and motorsport, Hugo Boss has vast experience in sport and lifestyle sponsorship where Mercedes-Benz is also active.
Motorsports

Mercedes AMG Petronas Partners Hugo Boss

IN Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Petronas, Hugo Boss, Formula One, F1

The Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One Team announces a new partnership with Hugo Boss, effective 1 January 2015 onwards


Adequate tread depth is important for safety in wet conditions as the tread grooves help to remove the water from the contact patch between the tyre and the road surface. As the tyre’s tread depth wears down, its ability to remove water from the road decreases meaning that grip levels are reduced and stopping distances are extended. In extreme circumstances when the tyre has insufficient tread depth to clear the water properly, increased water pressure causes the tyres to lift on top of the water surface and lose contact with the road surface. During this dangerous aquaplaning situation any input from the driver such as pressing the brake or turning the steering wheel has no effect on the vehicle, leaving it at an increased risk of being involved in an accident.
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Aquaplaning Dangers Highlighted In Online Movie

IN Tyre, Rubber, Tyre care, Aquaplaning, Danger, Online movie

A new online movie has been launched, to educate drivers about the risks associated with aquaplaning


Which is the biggest case of oh-how-unfortunate. The Veloster is a very interesting car; the Picasso of coupes, if I may be bold. Sure it’s a three-door coupe, a concept Mini already came up with in the form of their Clubman. But the thing is this: the Veloster has the extra rear door at the right place, and the rear can actually accommodate passengers easily and comfortably.
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Forgotster | Hyundai Veloster GDI Turbo

IN Hyundai, Veloster, GDI, Veloster Turbo, Coupe, Komoco Motors

Hyundai’s turbocharged Veloster is a gem of a car that is just, unfortunately, forgotten


The runner-up’s spot and third place in the drivers’ championship were secured by Audi as well. The two-time DTM champion Mattias Ekström in the Red Bull Audi RS 5 DTM of Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline celebrated his second victory in succession and finished the season as the runner-up. Last year’s champion Mike Rockenfeller in the Schaeffler Audi RS 5 DTM of Audi Sport Team Phoenix on clinching second place advanced to third place in the drivers’ standings. Jamie Green in the Hoffmann Group Audi RS 5 DTM of Audi Sport Team Rosberg in third place made for drivers from all three Audi Sport Teams mounting the podium in the season finale. 
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Audi Is Best Manufacturer In 2014 DTM

IN Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Hockenheim, DTM, Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters

Audi beats BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the manufacturers’ championship


And then you start to look around. “Hmm… Still a Cooper”, you thought.
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This Could Be The One | Mini One

IN Mini, One, MINI One, 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, Turbocharged, Eurokars Habitat, BMW Asia

Mini’s entry-level model may sound diminutive, but how it performs is in no way small at all.


Whatever. It’s their loss as they’re uninformed and clearly missing out on the good things that are on offer.
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Reality Bites | Kia Cerato Koup GDI-T

IN Kia, Cerato, Koup, Kia Cerato Koup, GDI, GDI-T, Turbo, Turbocharged, Cycle & Carriage Kia

Kia’s concept of style without costing an arm and a leg is presented in the latest iteration of their Koup


Features over 380 colour photos, advertising literature and interviews with key Honda personnel in order to tell the real story of the NSX.
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New E-Book On All Things NSX

IN Honda, Acura, NSX, Japanese, Supercar

Includes full year-by-year coverage of all production models, including limited editions; Japanese, American and European markets covered superb detail 


The name of the 625C refers to the power output of the highly efficient derivative of the 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 powerplant — 625PS (616bhp). ‘C’ stands for ‘Club’, highlighting a more accessible and less extreme model in terms of character. However, the McLaren 625C enjoys a number of the technical advances already debuted on the McLaren 650S.With a power output of 616 bhp, enhancements have been made to driveability and efficiency with engine torque of 610 Nm. Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h takes just 3.1 seconds, while 200 km/h is reached in 8.8 seconds for the Coupé. Despite the lower power of the 625C, maximum speed mirrors that of the 650S, at 333 km/h (329 km/h for Spider), and CO2 emissions remain the same, at 275 g/km.
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650S-based 625C For Asian Market

IN McLaren, 625C, McLaren 625C, 650S, McLaren 650S, McLaren Automotive

A new more refined and more accessible McLaren 625C created for the increasingly important Asian market; Coupe and Spider models available from launch


So enter the new Renault Captur, the latest mini-SUV-crossover to hit the block after the Nissan Juke and Peugeot 2008.
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Captur-ing Attention

IN Renault, Captur, SUV, Launch

No longer content with offering just your run-of-the-mill hatchbacks and sedans, Renault is now looking for new niches to fill.


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Mulsanne Speed: World's Fastest Road Barge

IN Bentley, Mulsanne, Mulsanne Speed, Speed, Flagship, Bentley flagship, Crewe

New Bentley flagship offering pinnacle of luxury and performance: 6¾‑litre V8 engine advanced to deliver 1,100 Nm of torque and 13% more efficiency, with new sports suspension and steering


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B-Class Gets A Facelift

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, B-Class, B 180, B 200, Mercedes-Benz B 180, Mercedes-Benz B 200

A little nip and tuck to keep it relevant and even closer looking to its smaller A-Class sibling


Volvo will provide SCMS 2014 with a fleet of its best-selling models — the dynamic Volvo S60 sports sedan and 7-seater XC90 luxury SUV — which will be deployed as the VIP and official vehicles during race day on Sunday, 7th December. The SCMS 2014 branded Volvo cars will also be highly visible in the build-up to race day with a number of activations set to aid runners as they train towards the nation’s biggest running event of the year.
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Volvo Is Official Car Of This Year's Standard Chartered Marathon

IN Volvo, XC90, XC, S60, SUV, Sedan, 2014 Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore, 2014 SCMS, SCMS

Volvo returns to annual event as official car; big discounts offered for those keen on purchasing cars in the fleet, post race


The aluminium-intensive Jaguar XE is the first model developed from Jaguar Land Rover’s new modular vehicle architecture and Jaguar is aiming to set the standard for driving dynamics in the segment. The long wheelbase and low seating position enable perfect proportions and a streamlined, coupe-like profile.
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Jaguar XE Premiered In London

IN Jaguar, XE, Jaguar XE, Jaguar XE S, Wearnes Automotive

Wraps were finally off the 3 Series, A4 and C-Class competitor; 'exhilarating performance' and 'precise handling' are among Jaguar's promise


The next stage of development will be optimising the aerodynamic performance. Further testing will continue over the winter months to ensure that, following the completion on the 375th and final example of the road-going McLaren P1, the McLaren P1 GTR will achieve the goal of being the ultimate drivers’ car on track — two decades on from the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans win by the legendary McLaren F1 GTR.
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P1 GTR To Debut Alongside Special 650S

IN McLaren, P1 GTR, P1, McLaren P1 GTR, 650S, McLaren 650S, McLaren Automotive, Hypercar,

McLaren to exhibit at inaugural Chantilly Arts & Elegance event in France; development shots of the McLaren P1 GTR show race track-inspired camouflage.


With up to 374 bhp of power and the ability to complete the century sprint in 4.9 seconds, there is no doubting its power. Jaguar owners experienced first-hand true Jaguar sports car performance as well as the highly addictive growls, snarls and exhaust back firings of the F-Type Coupé.
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Jaguar Owner Appreciation Night

IN Jaguar, Wearnes Automotive, F-Type Coupe, XJ, C-X17, Glenfiddich, Jive Talkin’

Close to 200 Jaguar owners and guests turned up for the first-ever Owner Appreciation Night on Thursday, 21 August 2014.


The two other Audi R8 LMS entries of B-Quik Racing, from Thailand, and MPC, from Australia, put in good performances with steady driving. B-Quik took second place in the GTC class, the second podium for Audi, while MPC finished the 12-hour race in sixth.
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Two R8 LMS On Podium In Sepang's MMER

IN Audi, R8, LMS, Audi R8 LMS, R8 LMS, Sepang, MMER, Merdeka Millenium Endurance Race

Alexandre Imperatori, Henri Moser and Matt Solomon finish third overall


Fortunately, the list price of the Jetta Highline is not too lofty. At $126,300 with COE, it sounds like pretty good value to us, considering the fact that it is also one of the safest cars in its class with six airbags and Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), contributing to its five-star rating by Euro NCAP. Want one? The Jetta Highline will be soaring into VW showrooms from the 6th of September 2014.
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Volkswagen Jetta Highline Soars In

IN Volkswagen, Jetta, Highline, DSG, TSI, ESP, VW

Volkswagen freshens up the Jetta with a 'higher' trim level.


However when it came my turn to drive, things changed. While I attempted to drive in Eco mode for roughly 10 kilometers or so, the straight and open road was too tempting. Next I knew, SKM 3477 P was driven in Dynamic, gears were shifted via the paddle-shifter and the fastest lane was where I stayed until the Sungai Besi toll.
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The Audi A3 Fuel Efficiency Drive

IN Audi, A3, A3 Sedan, Sedan, Premium Automobiles, Audi Singapore

The task at hand was to drive the 122 bhp A3 Sedan to KL and back on just one tank — the end was an interesting twist though…



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