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With that, the Q50 has 208 bhp and 350 Nm of torque available from 3,500 rpm, and takes only 7.2 seconds to go from zero to 100 km/h; top speed is rated at 245 km/h.
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The Monument Man | Infiniti Q50 2.0T

IN Infiniti, Q50, 2.0t, Q50 2.0t, Wearnes Automotive

It’s a monumental task for Infiniti’s compact executive who has to face BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Lexus in this very challenging segment


And for the lucky ones who are fortunate enough to be able to afford one, they would surely attest to the car’s reliability; this is on top of just how lovely this German coupe is to drive, be it on a wide and open stretch or tight, twisty roads. Due to those traits, the 911 had also been awarded countless of times.Even for yours truly here, the Porsche 911 is a dream car for him. In fact, being able to experience the 996 and 991 generation 911 models before this was a great privilege; so much so, the day to strike it big at the local lottery is being highly anticipated.
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The Porsche 911 Experience

IN Porsche, 911, 991, GT3, Turbo, Turbo S, 911 GT3, 911 Turbo S, Carrera, Carrera 4S Cabriolet, Porsche Centre Singapore

We drove some of Porsche’s finest around the Sepang International Circuit, after months of admiring it from photos


The car we shall talk about today is the Panamera S e-hybrid. Then again, some of you avid Burnpavement readers may question why on earth we’re reviewing a hybrid Panamera again, because we’ve done it before.
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Electro Magneto | Porsche Panamera S e-hybrid

IN Porsche, Panamera, E-hybrid, Porsche Panamera e-hybrid, Hybrid

A revised version of Panamera’s tree hugger silently made its way here


Every customer gets personalised one-to-one attention from a member of a Volkswagen Exclusive sales team, from the initial greeting to the specially tailored car delivery ceremony.
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Volkswagen Singapore's New Sales Program

IN Volkswagen, VW, Volkswagen Exclusive, VeeDub, Volkswagen Singapore

Customers to have more personal attention at Volkswagen Exclusive


But when you actually do get behind the wheel of one, it drives surprisingly well.
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Meat Loaf | Suzuki Solio

IN Suzuki, Solio, Suzuki Solio, 1.2-litre, Champion Motors

It’s no high-performance car whatsoever, but this little Suzuki still impresses in many other ways


The fourth high-performance compact car from Mercedes-AMG adopts the same philosophy as the successful CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake by taking the form of a sports car with five seats and a large tailgate.
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Daddy Cool: The CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, CLA, Shooting Brake, CLA Shooting Brake, AMG, CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake, 2015

Following on from the successful A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG and GLA 45 AMG models, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake is now the fourth high-performance compact car to be brought out


The event was viewed live around the world on YouTube as well as by approximately 10,000 fans gathered in the Dubai Downtown area, overlooking the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa. “Today we planted the Ford flag in the Middle East & Africa, an exciting, vibrant region that represents the final frontier for growth in the auto industry,” Bill Ford said. “We also sent a message to the world that Mustang is going global after 50 years as America’s greatest motoring icon.”
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Mustang Unveiled At The Burj Khalifa

IN Ford, Mustang, Ford Mustang, Burj Khalifa, Dubai

With industry sales in Middle East and Africa expected to grow by 40 percent to 5.5 million by 2020, Bill Ford inaugurate Ford's latest business unit


The Cayenne GTS develops 440 hp and has an even sportier tuned PASM chassis, with a ride height lowered by 24 millimetres providing a further boost to driving performance.
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Porsche Unveils Three Novel Models

IN Porsche, GTS, 911, Cayenne, Panamera, 991, 911 Carrera GTS, Cayenne GTS, Panamera Exclusive Series

The sports car manufacturer presented two new GTS models - the 911 Carrera GTS and the Cayenne GTS - at the Porsche press conference in the Petree Hall of the Convention Center


The turbo engine of the Golf R Variant provides up to 380 Nm torque via a standard 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) to the permanent 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Distribution of the drive power over all four wheels guarantees maximum traction, performance and active safety.
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Wagon'd R - A Golf R In Wagon Form!

IN Volkswagen, Golf, R, Golf R, Golf R Variant, Wagon, LA Auto Show 2014, Veedub

Volkswagen presented the 296 bhp Golf R as a station wagon at the LA Auto Show


The first man in Singapore to receive the BMW i8 is Mr. Alan Lim, Managing Director, from Chuan Lim Construction Pte Ltd. During the delivery ceremony, Mr. Lim expressed his excitement in becoming the first person in Singapore to own a BMW i8. “I am elated to be the first to collect the new BMW i8 here in Singapore. I have been waiting for this remarkable vehicle to arrive after having read about the wonders and specifications of this electric car. This amazing BMW i8 is a gift to my wife”, he said.
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First BMW i8 In Singapore Delivered To Owner

IN BMW, I8, BMW i8, Sports Car, Plug-in hybrid, BMW Asia, Performance Motors Ltd

Mr Alan Lim is the first to take delivery of BMW's i8 plug-in hybrid sports car


What I’m talking about, of course is kart racing. Not just any old kart race mind you, but one of the first races to be held at the new KF1 Karting Circuit. Yup, 72 crazy sods, including yours truly, had an opportunity to race on the new track a whole week before its grand opening! Call us pioneers, testers, guinea pigs, whatever; what better way to break in a new track than through the crucible of motorsport?
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The Karting Edge | Racing the KF1 Kart Circuit

IN Karting, KF1, Racing, Competition

We all know you’re supposed to be gentle on a new car for its running-in period. But what about a new racetrack? Let Burnpavement be your guide to the KF1 Karting Circuit! (With onboard video below)


On a Saturday night and when you have the urge to play Lewis Hamilton, the C250 remains capable. It thrusts forward with dignity, it overtakes on the expressway without feeling breathless and in a slalom we created, it changes directions in an assuring manner.
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I C What You Did There | Mercedes-Benz C250 AMG Line

IN Mercedes, Mercedes-Benz, C-Class, C250, AMG Line

The main question here: Is it any better than the 328i and A4 2.0 TFSI?


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Arriba! Arriba! Andale! Andale! | Ford Fiesta EcoBoost

IN Ford, Fiesta, EcoBoost, Ford Fiesta EcoBoost, 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, Turbocharged

Finally life is a fiesta when you… err… have a Ford Fiesta


The circuit opens its doors to the public for the first time today (12th November). For more information, head to the KF1 website at www.kf1karting.com. In the meantime, stay tuned for an upcoming feature where we tell you what it’s like to race on the new track!
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KF1 Karting Circuit opens for business!

IN Motorsports, Karting, Go-kart, Singapore circuit, Track

Brand new track in Kranji a major boost to Singapore’s flagging motorsports scene.


The Sylhpy though… Well, to be honest it's a decent family car. Problem is, it has no character; and quite frankly, the German Jetta overshadowed it.
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The Nissan Man Can | Nissan Sylphy SSS DIG-T

IN Nissan, Sylphy, SSS, DIG-T, Nissan Sylphy SSS, Turbo, Turbocharged, Tan Chong Motor Sales

Nissan has decided to add some fun into their otherwise humdrum Sylphy family men mobile — but is it just a vain effort?


The car has now covered just less than 6,000 miles (9,656 km) and is supported by MoT (UK's Ministry of Transport) certificates dating back to 2002. ‘JAZ 220’ has recently had expert work completed by probably the UK’s leading authority on XJ220s, renowned specialists Don Law Racing of Staffordshire. This car has had little use over recent years, which is clear to see from its amazing condition.
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A Very Special XJ220 Up For Auction

IN Jaguar, XJ, XJ220, Jag, Jaguar XJ220, 220, Supercar, Silverstone Auctions

A very special 1994 Jaguar XJ220 will be offered in Silverstone Auctions’ sale at the Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show on the 15th of November


As a whole, the BMW M4 Coupe is one heck of a firecracker. It delivers fun by the bucket loads, besides just being a style mobile for the daily commute. If you’re living in depression, buy one. If you’re single and in dire need of a life partner, buy one. If you grasp the concept of YOLO, buy one.
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That New Kid On The Block | BMW M4 Coupe

IN BMW, M, M4, Coupe, M4 Coupe, Munich Automobiles

The day is finally here: BMW’s highly regarded two-door M3 has now (a) been renamed M4 Coupe and (b) also turbo'd. Good or bad? Read on…


The design with its coupe-like lines and characteristic wrap-around tailgate has been lifted further by a striking new 3D effect Singleframe grille, revised bumpers and new look alloy wheels. The full body-colour paint finish which was previously standard for S line versions and above also now extends to the base models.
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New Q3 And RS Q3 - Dressed For Success

IN Audi, Q3, RS Q3, SUV, Compact SUV

Latest incarnation of Audi's compact SUV features an even sharper new look, more equipment and a more efficient EU6-compliant engine range


With every $50 gross petrol purchase, customers will be entitled to participate in Caltex’s Everyday Winners promotion, offering customers the opportunity to win fuel vouchers, Star Mart vouchers, and be in the running for the grand prize of LG’s newest 55-inch Curved Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Television set.Every $50 gross petrol purchase entitles customers to one sure-win ‘Everyday Winners Scratch Card’. Customers will be able to scratch and win either a $1 fuel voucher, $2 fuel voucher or a $1 Star Mart voucher (valid with a minimum spend of $10 on Star Mart items), redeemable during their next purchase.Every $50 gross petrol purchase also entitles customers to a lucky draw chance, and the opportunity to be one of three lucky winners to drive away with the grand prize of LG’s newest 55-inch Curved OLED Television set. The Grand Draw will be held on 11 December 2014, and three lucky Caltex customers will be able to add LG’s newest technology to their home.
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Scratch And Win At Caltex Everyday!

IN Caltex, Chevron, Caltex petrols, Caltex Singapore, Scratch & Win

Caltex Singapore rewards its customers with a new sure-win promotion and the chance to be one of three lucky winners to drive away with LG’s newest 55-inch Curved OLED TV


Numbers you don’t normally associate with an SUV.
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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



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