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  • Sit yourself inside the Cayman, and you'll find that this is one sports car that is easy to get comfortable in. It may be low slung, but the seats are comfortable and visibility all round is excellent. Materials used in the cabin are of high quality - what else would you expect from the Germans. That being said, the Boxster S we have in our company stable is starting to show signs or wear, even the plastic areas we hardly come into contact with are beginning to scratch off. No chance of a long term test with this Cayman though, so we wouldn't know how it's interior will stand the test of time.
    DOCUMENTED: 08.05.2013 | 08:29 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    So Good It Hurts | Porsche Cayman 2.7 PDK

    The new Porsche Cayman is seriously good. In fact, it's definitely the best drive I've had this year so far. So why am I still missing the previous one?

    Photos: Joel Tam The new Cayman is fine looking car. Porsche got it spot on with the new Boxster, and now the Cayman. Just look at it ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Porsche, Cayman, PDK, Coupe, Eurokars, 2.7
    • Sit yourself inside the Cayman, and you'll find that this is one sports car that is easy to get comfortable in. It may be low slung, but the seats are comfortable and visibility all round is excellent. Materials used in the cabin are of high quality - what else would you expect from the Germans. That being said, the Boxster S we have in our company stable is starting to show signs or wear, even the plastic areas we hardly come into contact with are beginning to scratch off. No chance of a long term test with this Cayman though, so we wouldn't know how it's interior will stand the test of time.
    • The sitting position is great too, and the new steering wheel is nicely sized. I did wish it had the sports steering wheel with the paddle-shifters though. This one is a bit confusing - if you're used to pulling left to downshift and pulling right to upshift (like the sport wheel does), the buttons on this wheel might throw you off a bit, as they don't do that. Instead, you push either one down to downshift, and pull the ones behind to upshift. I find it odd how one company has two methods to do the same thing. Anyway, the PDK is still an awesome gearbox. Phenomenally quick and robust with every gear change, it's one of the nice things about the Cayman. Although I really wouldn't mind trying a manual 'box too.
    • Which brings me to the bit about sports cars and technology. Sure, the automotive world has benefitted in a huge way because of technology. Cars are faster, more efficient and more effective now because of advancement in technology. But how far is too far? The electrically assisted steering in the new Cayman is once such example. Other journalists who have had the opportunity to drive the Cayman earlier have claimed that it offers the best of both worlds. Analogue meets electric - and they both hit it off. I beg to differ. It still feels fake and simulated. I reckon its because nothing can replace real feedback. Duh!
  • The new car boasts 450 bhp from an all new LT1 GM V8, making it the most powerful ‘base model’ corvette of all time. It also has 65Nm more low-end torque than the outgoing model. The exhausts are also less restrictive than the previous Corvette; the four exhausts each measuring 2.75 inches, compared to 2.6 inches on its predecessor. This results in improved air flow of up to 13%. All this adds up to a century sprint time of less than 4 seconds.
    DOCUMENTED: 14.01.2013 | 16:11 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Redefining the Corvette

    After many months of repeated teasing, Chevrolet has finally unveiled the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray a day before the 2013 Detroit Motor Show officially opens.

    The entire car has been redesigned for the 2014 model year, with cues taken from market rivals. Chevrolet hopes this redefinition can hel ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Corvette, Stingray, Chevrolet, Detroit Motor Show
    • The new car boasts 450 bhp from an all new LT1 GM V8, making it the most powerful ‘base model’ corvette of all time. It also has 65Nm more low-end torque than the outgoing model. The exhausts are also less restrictive than the previous Corvette; the four exhausts each measuring 2.75 inches, compared to 2.6 inches on its predecessor. This results in improved air flow of up to 13%. All this adds up to a century sprint time of less than 4 seconds.
    • With its 18/19 inch wheels mated to Michelin Pilot Super Sport run-flat tires, the car is able to generate over 1G when cornering, and goes from 100km/h to naught in about the same time it takes the Z06, thanks to its factory fitted Brembo brakes.
    • The gearbox comes in the form of a seven-speed TREMEC manual transmission with Active Rev Matching. The Active Rev Matching helps the driver perform seamless up and down-shifts. A six-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission would also be available for those who prefer a more relaxed drive. Just like its manual sibling, the auto box will utilise Active Fuel Management system. The automatic has a launch control function, designed to launch the car at the optimal rpm no matter what the driver’s skills are.
  • Perhaps the most dramatic of the exhibits that will be brought from Crewe is the actual car that broke the world ice speed record, driven by four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen, at 330.695 km/h. The bio-fuelled all-wheel drive Continental Supersports Convertible, complete with the parachute used to slow it at the end of its record breaking run, will be on view for all guests to see.
    DOCUMENTED: 02.08.2012 | 12:37 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    The World of Bentley arrives in Singapore

    Bentley brings a flavour of its Crewe factory to Singapore and displays the largest fleet of cars ever seen in Southeast Asia.

    Photos: Low Fai Ming Bentley Motors Limited, the definitive British luxury car company, has assembled one of the greatest collections ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Bentley, Wearnes Automotive, GTC, W12, Crewe, Bentley Motors Limited
    • Perhaps the most dramatic of the exhibits that will be brought from Crewe is the actual car that broke the world ice speed record, driven by four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen, at 330.695 km/h. The bio-fuelled all-wheel drive Continental Supersports Convertible, complete with the parachute used to slow it at the end of its record breaking run, will be on view for all guests to see.
    • Bentley is dedicated to developing and crafting the world’s most desirable high performance cars. “There are many unmistakable characteristics that define a Bentley – handcrafted luxury, distinctive design and breathtaking power and performance, as well as a refined and exhilarating driving experience” said Robin Peel – Head of Marketing and Communications for Bentley in Asia Pacific.
    • “The combination of these characteristics makes the Bentley Brand so unique, and we have brought to Singapore directly from our factory, a ground breaking display that will bring alive the Bentley Brand to our guests and give them a real flavour of Crewe, and how we build our cars.”
  • DOCUMENTED: 26.05.2012 | 05:28 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Singapore's Best Suzuki Swift Sport | Entry Two (2)

    Blue and green? One thing's for sure, this Swift Sport is a definite eye-catcher. Judging from our Facebook teaser shot, you guys like it too!

    VOTING WILL ONLY COMMENCE WHEN ALL ENTRIES ARE FEATURED. • All information and specifications are provided by owners of the resp ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Suzuki, Swift Sport, Singapore, Caltex, Competition, Champion Motors
  • Johan van Tongeren's Impreza began its life in early 2000. But as the white paint fouled up after ten years, Johan decided to spruce it up himself and gave it a name:
    DOCUMENTED: 27.03.2012 | 01:07 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    The Barracuda | Subaru Impreza WRX GC8

    Johan's Barracuda isn't just a rolling art display, it is built like a tank with all the firepower too!

    Photos: Vincent Roos and his father Reproduced with permission from www.wanganwarriors.com If there was one car that defined Suba ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Subaru, Impreza, GC8, Holland
    • Johan van Tongeren's Impreza began its life in early 2000. But as the white paint fouled up after ten years, Johan decided to spruce it up himself and gave it a name:
    • Why green? Johan simply didn't want the Barracuda to be
    • By now you will have noticed the decals on the lovely matte green wrap. They are not bunch of random stickers and decals put together. At some point during the wrapping process, Johan's girlfriend saw a picture of a tank in a photo album and suggested adding identical tank decals on the Subaru to add to the cool factor.
  • DOCUMENTED: 08.03.2012 | 05:28 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    MINI Releases News on John Cooper Works Countryman

    Powered by a newly developed four-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 218 hp, the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman will come standard with the ALL4 all-wheel-drive system.

    As the first John Cooper Works model available with a six-speed automatic gearbox, the MINI John Cooper Works Countryman will likely be a ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : MINI, Countryman, MINI Habitat, Cooper S, John Cooper Works, BMW Asia
  • Both rear-wheel driven Toyotas, both very different in nature.
    DOCUMENTED: 05.03.2012 | 14:20 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Old Car Meet 2012

    With new cars dominating our local roads, classic cars are getting rarer by the day. But there's a group of classic car owners determined to keep the flame alive.

    Photos: Joel Tam They meet every few months - all makes and models are welcome to join the meet-ups. The only criteria is that you&# ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Classic, TA22, RX7, FC, E30, Trueno
    • Both rear-wheel driven Toyotas, both very different in nature.
    • This sweet example of an AE86 with classic colour combination takes the cake.
    • Bride seats are among the few 'modern' add-ons to this classic JDM sideways machine...
  • Mr. Glenn Tan, Executive Director of Tan Chong International Ltd says, “Consumers are placing more emphasis on functionality and style. The new Subaru XV marries the best of both worlds that drivers have been waiting for, by fulfilling modern practical needs and economy, with a combination of the sense of security and urban looks expected of an SUV. I'm confident that urban dwellers would be excited by the new form factor and stunning performance of the new Subaru XV.
    DOCUMENTED: 16.12.2011 | 11:51 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    The Subaru XV Launch

    Staying close to the concept, the production-spec Subaru XV has arrived in Singapore.

    Redefining and blending exceptional SUV practicality in style, the Subaru XV was first unveiled at its world premier at the 64th Frankfur ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Subaru, XV, Launch
    • Mr. Glenn Tan, Executive Director of Tan Chong International Ltd says, “Consumers are placing more emphasis on functionality and style. The new Subaru XV marries the best of both worlds that drivers have been waiting for, by fulfilling modern practical needs and economy, with a combination of the sense of security and urban looks expected of an SUV. I'm confident that urban dwellers would be excited by the new form factor and stunning performance of the new Subaru XV.
    • Specifically designed for customers looking for a vehicle that offers looks and functionality, the new car underscores Subaru's commitment to
    • With a low centre-of-gravity, the XV promises a smooth ride, considering its body height. The playful XV design is characterised by a fusion of powerful lower body motif and a stylish urban form. Just like running shoes, it achieves a fusion of casual and function, with a dash of fashion.
  • Power once again comes from the trademark six litre W12 twin-turbo engine, but tuned up to give 567 hp and 700 Nm of torque in the new car. New 40:60 rear-biased torque split for the all-wheel drive system reduces under steer when powering out of bends and enhances the coupé's cornering abilities by “throttle steering
    DOCUMENTED: 30.06.2011 | 14:59 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Bentley's Grand Tourer Unveiled In Singapore

    It might look similar to the predecessor, but the new body has a sharper and more defined appearance.

    The new Bentley Continental GT coupé was unveiled at the official launch at Sentosa's Capella Singapore. The new coupé ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Bentley, Continental, GT, Coupé
    • Power once again comes from the trademark six litre W12 twin-turbo engine, but tuned up to give 567 hp and 700 Nm of torque in the new car. New 40:60 rear-biased torque split for the all-wheel drive system reduces under steer when powering out of bends and enhances the coupé's cornering abilities by “throttle steering
    • Other improvements to the handling department include increased front and rear track for better grip and stability, new front anti-roll bar and reworked spring and damper settings. The stability control system has also been updated to keep up with the enhancements.
    • Inside the lush hand-crafted cabin, the seats now offer more body support and there is even more legroom for those in the back. The updated dashboard has a new touchscreen infotainment system with cutting-edge navigation features, DVD playback and a 30 GB hard drive. All that music is pumped through eight speakers, or an optional Naim-designed system with 11 speakers.
  • DOCUMENTED: 02.04.2011 | 11:13 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    An Epitome Of Style And Class | Rolls-Royce Ghost

    They say in life, you have to work hard in order to succeed. And once you have achieved success, you buy a Rolls-Royce...

    Photos: Low Fai Ming Well I don’t know about you, but at least that was what my dad told me, and he is right. Attaining that le ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Rolls-Royce, Ghost
    • At first glance, the Ghost seems like it is similarly sized to its elder sibling the Phantom, but upon closer inspection, it’s not that far off the perennial favourite, which is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The exterior retains the Phantom’s basic shape, but on the Ghost, some curves were added for more style. Those headlamps, which also get LED daytime running lights, makes the car more distinctive, ensuring everyone gets out of its way in the fastest lane of the expressway. The Spirit of Ecstasy sits proudly on the tip of the bonnet as well, but it can be hidden at the touch of a button.
    • In comparison to the S Class, the Ghost is three percent longer, wider and taller. Its 3,295 mm wheelbase is also some 130 mm longer than the S 600L - which translates to a very spacious cabin. Speaking of cabin, the wide-opening coach doors welcomes you to a world of class, sophistication and luxury all rolled into one – so you will always remember that you are in a Rolls-Royce, no less. The ventilated seats hug you snugly to the point that it makes you feel as if you are right at home, after adjusting it to your preferred position, and to top it off, you get an LCD screen ahead of you (yes, you can watch TV on the move), plus individual air-con and audio controls. Leg, head and shoulder room will never be an issue. What’s missing here though, is a fridge…
  • With this vehicle, BMW M GmbH once again furnishes evidence of its exceptional competence in developing and building high-grade, individual dream cars. With a high-revving V8 engine at the front, a generously sized load area behind and a removable Targa roof above, driver and passengers in the BMW M3 Pickup will relish an unprecedented take on the familiar M feeling. Yet this spectacular new development is unmistakably recognisable as a member of the BMW M3 model family.
    DOCUMENTED: 01.04.2011 | 19:25 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Step Aside HSV Maloo. Here Comes The M3 Pickup!

    Happy April's Fool Day! Following the BMW M3 Coupé, BMW M3 Convertible and BMW M3 Sedan, a fourth body variant of this sports car is about to cause a stir...well, not really.

    What you see here is BMW's idea of an April's Fool joke (thankfully). While it may not make production, this variant of the M3 is ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : BMW, M, Pickup
    • With this vehicle, BMW M GmbH once again furnishes evidence of its exceptional competence in developing and building high-grade, individual dream cars. With a high-revving V8 engine at the front, a generously sized load area behind and a removable Targa roof above, driver and passengers in the BMW M3 Pickup will relish an unprecedented take on the familiar M feeling. Yet this spectacular new development is unmistakably recognisable as a member of the BMW M3 model family.
    • Corroborating this kinship are not just the inimitable power of the engine, but also fine-tuned aerodynamics and a tailored suspension set-up. Measurements in the wind tunnel at the BMW Group's Aerodynamic Test Centre showed a Cd factor on a par with that of the BMW M3 Coupé. Like every BMW M model, the BMW M3 Pickup has also demonstrated its dynamic potential on the North Loop of the Nürburgring. Official lap times have not yet been released, but the needle in the dial vouched for a top speed of 300 km/h.
    • The kerb weight of the world's fastest pickup undercuts that of the BMW M3 Convertible by around 50 kg. Removing the Targa roof shaves off a further 20 kg while at the same time lowering the car's centre of gravity. This most unusual experience of top-down driving pleasure in a BMW M3 thus goes hand in hand with further optimised dynamic handling.
  • The uncomplicated overall design is accentuated by a number of striking key details, such as the wrap around windscreen and asymmetric sunroof design, the front and rear dot-style LED head and positioning-lamps. This juxtaposition of simple and complex is a common trait of many traditional Korean art and craft. Asian Celadon-style pottery, in particular, was a major influence on the car’s styling – with the pottery’s asymmetric form lending itself to the sunroof design, and the typical jade coloring giving Naimo its unique exterior finish. Kia’s design team also made use of innovative technology features to give the car a premium feel and to ensure the car’s exterior remained uncluttered. For example, Naimo has no traditional wiper blade on the windscreen – instead it employs a high-intensity air jet at the base of the windscreen that performs an ‘air wiper’ function. Conventional door mirrors have also been replaced with miniature cameras installed in the A-pillars.
    DOCUMENTED: 31.03.2011 | 11:40 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Kia Naimo Electric Concept Stars In Seoul

    Making its world premiere at the Seoul Motor Show, the Kia Naimo electric concept car combines Korean heritage with innovative modern features.

    ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Seoul, Motor Show, Kia, Naimo, EV
    • The uncomplicated overall design is accentuated by a number of striking key details, such as the wrap around windscreen and asymmetric sunroof design, the front and rear dot-style LED head and positioning-lamps. This juxtaposition of simple and complex is a common trait of many traditional Korean art and craft. Asian Celadon-style pottery, in particular, was a major influence on the car’s styling – with the pottery’s asymmetric form lending itself to the sunroof design, and the typical jade coloring giving Naimo its unique exterior finish. Kia’s design team also made use of innovative technology features to give the car a premium feel and to ensure the car’s exterior remained uncluttered. For example, Naimo has no traditional wiper blade on the windscreen – instead it employs a high-intensity air jet at the base of the windscreen that performs an ‘air wiper’ function. Conventional door mirrors have also been replaced with miniature cameras installed in the A-pillars.
    • Naimo’s interior was designed to evoke a strong sense of tranquility and features hand-crafted materials throughout. Korean oak is used to trim the interior door panels and the entire interior floor, Korean “Han-ji” paper is used for the head lining. Alongside these traditional elements sit modern features such as a TOLED (transparent organic light emitting diode) storming display instrument panel and full device connectivity. “Naimo is a perfect balance of innovation, high-tech and Korean tradition. It was heavily inspired by the purity and grace of traditional Korean arts and crafts, but combines this with cutting edge technologies to deliver a truly premium experience,” comments Kia Motors’ Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer.
    • The third electric vehicle design to be unveiled by Kia Motors Corporation in a year, the 3.9 metre long Naimo concept explores the practicalities of introducing a zero-emissions, five-door, four-seater city car into a future niche market. Measuring 3,890 mm in length, the Naimo’s generous wheelbase, width and height (2,647, 1,844 and 1,589 mm respectively) – plus the short overhangs which place a wheel at each corner – ensure that the cabin provides exceptional head, leg and shoulder room for the occupants. The concept car has no B-pillars and features rear-hinged rear doors to maximize easy access to the cabin, and a three-way split opening trunk, allows versatile access to the load bay for varying luggage sizes.
  • On the move, the driving characteristic of the MiTo isn’t what it seems to be. You may opine initially that the ride sways more towards the soft side, but when you set its DNA system from “Neutral” to “Dynamic”, you can feel the MiTo stiffen up and provide a reasonable amount of grip that is both sharp and rather precise. Pity the factory-fitted Bridgestone Turanza ER300 tyres that don’t seem to cooperate as they tend to screech and struggle for grip when pushed hard, killing your enthusiasm when shooting in hard into a corner. When it comes to the brakes, the anchors on the MiTo – standard with ABS and EBD - are assuring and offers respectable stopping power with no feeling of brake fade which is useful at hauling all that 1,145kg to a complete halt.
    DOCUMENTED: 17.03.2011 | 16:10 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Ciao Di Nuovo | Alfa Romeo MiTo Multiair TCT

    If you are a loyal fan of hot hatches, you would have noticed how this particular car segment is sometimes on a roll, but in most instances just plain quiet.

    Photos: Low Fai Ming After all, there is always that pertinent question: do we need them? Well in a land where practicali ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Alfa Romeo, MiTo, TCT
    • On the move, the driving characteristic of the MiTo isn’t what it seems to be. You may opine initially that the ride sways more towards the soft side, but when you set its DNA system from “Neutral” to “Dynamic”, you can feel the MiTo stiffen up and provide a reasonable amount of grip that is both sharp and rather precise. Pity the factory-fitted Bridgestone Turanza ER300 tyres that don’t seem to cooperate as they tend to screech and struggle for grip when pushed hard, killing your enthusiasm when shooting in hard into a corner. When it comes to the brakes, the anchors on the MiTo – standard with ABS and EBD - are assuring and offers respectable stopping power with no feeling of brake fade which is useful at hauling all that 1,145kg to a complete halt.
    • Previously available only in manual guise, the MiTo quietly arrived onto our shores with a twin-clutch auto transmission, which explains the title of
    • The Alfa Romeo MiTo as you would have already known, was heavily inspired by Alfa's drop-dead gorgeous 8C Competizione and got its name from the Italian towns of Milan and Torino. If you wonder why they have decided to use the first two alphabets of the two Italian towns, well the reason is simply because the car was designed in (cue Italian accent) Milan and assembled in Torino. As you can see, the MiTo has the soul and basis of an Alfa Romeo, thanks to the pronounced nose-like front grill and strong cues of the previous 147. Those well-designed headlamps, housing the main beam, daytime running lights and signal lamps swoop downwards nicely into the lower grill, definitely giving the MiTo its own identity - honestly speaking, you don’t find such a face that has been given so much passion, elsewhere.
  • DOCUMENTED: 16.03.2011 | 13:30 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Biggest Field In History For Porsche Carrera Cup Asia

    The Porsche Carrera Cup Asia is set for a record-breaking ninth season with an unprecedented 28 drivers signed for the region’s most prestigious GT championship.

    The countdown to the start of the season, which includes 11 rounds, began on March 12 at Malaysia’s Formula 1 facili ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Porsche, 911, Carrera, PCCA, 2011
    • The series will also be out on track at the FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX later on in the season, where the drivers will get another taste of the demanding Marina Bay street circuit. In China, the series’ new home, in addition to the F1 season-opener in Shanghai, rounds will also be held at the Pearl River Delta’s Zhuhai International Circuit and the series will make its debut at the new Ordos International Circuit in Inner Mongolia, bringing world-class motor sports the length and breadth of the world’s most populous nation.
  • The last time that a Red Bull Racing showcar performed in Singapore was back in February 2008 as a special item in that year’s Chingay Parade. It was the first time that the Singapore public had experienced the thunderous engine note of a F1 car, months before the inaugural Singapore night race took place in Marina Bay. <br><br> But even then, it was a mere sneak peek as the F1 car segment lasted barely five minutes before the Chingay Parade proper. This time round, the Red Bull Speed Street events will be fully fledged standalone showcar events lasting about an hour each, in which the public can expect manoeuvres such as short sprints, burnouts, engine breaks and donuts, which one won’t get to see often in actual F1 races. <br><br> This will mark the first time that Red Bull is organising a F1 showcar event in Malaysia as the blue and silver Red Bull was previously unavailable for sale in the country. The showcar event in Malaysia will take place along the entire stretch of Jalan Bukit Bintang starting from the Pavillion Mall to the Jalan Pudu junction, while the Singapore event will stretch from the Orchard Link junction to the Buyong Road intersection near the Istana. <br><br> The Austrian energy drink company, which is fast gaining in popularity amongst F1 aficionados thanks to the double championship winning feat of Red Bull Racing in 2010, is expecting crowds upwards of 100,000 spectators to line the 1km stretches along both shopping streets. To ensure that the safety of the audience is not compromised, safety measures and precautions will be in place in accordance with Red Bull Racing’s safety team. <br><br> A series of pre-event activations and tie-ups with retailers and malls in both countries can also be expected in the lead up to the events. Red Bull is also working closely with Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) to organise the event in Singapore.
    DOCUMENTED: 14.03.2011 | 16:16 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Red Bull Racing's F1 Showcar To Race Down Singapore And Malaysia

    Red Bull Speed Street events in April featuring former F1 driver David Coulthard will mark the first time that Orchard Road and Jalan Bukit Bintang will be closed for a motor sports event.

    The month of April promises to be a mouth-watering one for motor racing fans in Singapore and Malaysia as they will get to ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Red Bull, Racing, F1
    • The last time that a Red Bull Racing showcar performed in Singapore was back in February 2008 as a special item in that year’s Chingay Parade. It was the first time that the Singapore public had experienced the thunderous engine note of a F1 car, months before the inaugural Singapore night race took place in Marina Bay. <br><br> But even then, it was a mere sneak peek as the F1 car segment lasted barely five minutes before the Chingay Parade proper. This time round, the Red Bull Speed Street events will be fully fledged standalone showcar events lasting about an hour each, in which the public can expect manoeuvres such as short sprints, burnouts, engine breaks and donuts, which one won’t get to see often in actual F1 races. <br><br> This will mark the first time that Red Bull is organising a F1 showcar event in Malaysia as the blue and silver Red Bull was previously unavailable for sale in the country. The showcar event in Malaysia will take place along the entire stretch of Jalan Bukit Bintang starting from the Pavillion Mall to the Jalan Pudu junction, while the Singapore event will stretch from the Orchard Link junction to the Buyong Road intersection near the Istana. <br><br> The Austrian energy drink company, which is fast gaining in popularity amongst F1 aficionados thanks to the double championship winning feat of Red Bull Racing in 2010, is expecting crowds upwards of 100,000 spectators to line the 1km stretches along both shopping streets. To ensure that the safety of the audience is not compromised, safety measures and precautions will be in place in accordance with Red Bull Racing’s safety team. <br><br> A series of pre-event activations and tie-ups with retailers and malls in both countries can also be expected in the lead up to the events. Red Bull is also working closely with Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) to organise the event in Singapore.
  • But I think your car has strabismus. Your engineers said that it helps to provide better aerodynamics and apparently they are the only ones who think so. And I reckon I’m right because your blokes at Malvern Link rectified the eye problem four years ago. We were all spot-on except you because being cross-eyed was never a gift especially when you have a recessed nose. It makes driving in the night a grueling task and you can’t have auto headlights as a factory option. That’s the precision you get with hand-built cars.
    DOCUMENTED: 14.03.2011 | 15:59 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Oh Morgan! | Morgan Aero 8

    Our writer pens a 'letter' to Morgan as he reflects on his encounter with their bespoke supercar, the one and only, defectively flawless, Morgan Aero 8.

    Photos: Low Fai Ming Would you believe me if I told you that I saw one of your soft-top supercars today? It was that pa ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Morgan, Aero 8
    • But I think your car has strabismus. Your engineers said that it helps to provide better aerodynamics and apparently they are the only ones who think so. And I reckon I’m right because your blokes at Malvern Link rectified the eye problem four years ago. We were all spot-on except you because being cross-eyed was never a gift especially when you have a recessed nose. It makes driving in the night a grueling task and you can’t have auto headlights as a factory option. That’s the precision you get with hand-built cars.
    • You are learning, however. You finally decided to make your car safer by deploying the alloy chassis structure with the help of the “Mad Monk” race engineer Christopher Lawrence, even though I have failed to appreciate your British humour of making your customers sit in an aluminum-clad wooden tub that rested on a steel chassis. There must be some personal reasons for being oxymoronic but it’s all right, simply because you had managed to breathe life into one of the antiquated looking super cars in the world.
    • I remembered it came with a 4.4 litre double “VANOS” valvetronic V8 dishing 325bhp and 448Nm of torque under the hood previously that was done up by Bayerische Motoren Werke AG which was later upgraded to a 4.8 litre V8 boasting over 367bhp. You showed the world that The War was never really in remembrance by the people because they realized it was so much more fun stroking a Brit with a German Getrag six-speed. I have no doubt that Richard Hammond would have driven over 270km/h on it in one piece without crashing the airfield. He knows anything that hits 0-100km/h in four sub seconds should be driven safely, considering that it weighs lighter than a Ferrari Enzo FXX and just over a hundred kilogrammes heavier than a certain Rolls Royce Orpheus powered jet car.
  • From the diagram above, we can now see why Car One is more likely than Car Two to hit X and this hypothesis is taken with the assumption that the driver has a normal average reaction time. If the driver is distracted or driving under the influence of alcohol, then he or she will have a longer than average reaction time to knock X down without having any chance of applying brakes at all.
    DOCUMENTED: 07.03.2011 | 12:03 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    The Dangers Of Speeding

    Have you ever wondered why speed traps and covert operations conducted by the Traffic Police are in place? That is because inappropriate speed is a danger on public roads.

    Many of us deceive ourselves when driving. Often one would reckon that while the speed limit is capped at 60 km/h, ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Speeding, Traffic Police
    • From the diagram above, we can now see why Car One is more likely than Car Two to hit X and this hypothesis is taken with the assumption that the driver has a normal average reaction time. If the driver is distracted or driving under the influence of alcohol, then he or she will have a longer than average reaction time to knock X down without having any chance of applying brakes at all.
    • So what is the relationship between the variables of the increased chances of being involved in a fatal accident per the increase of speed? One factor for this is reaction time, which is the time taken by a person to perceive danger and his or her reaction to it. Consider this hypothesis: Two cars of equal weight and braking ability are travelling along the same road. Car One is travelling at 65 km/h and is overtaking Car Two, which is travelling at 60 km/h. An independent variable which is a child on a bicycle named X emerges all of a sudden from a driveway just as the two cars are side-by-side. The drivers both see X at the same time and both take 1.5 seconds before they fully apply the brakes. In those few moments, Car One travels 27.1 metres and Car Two travels 25 metres. The difference of 2.1 metres might seem insignificant, but combined with the other variables it could mean the difference between X cycling down the street to his favourite candy store or being plastered to the tarmac in a bloody mess.
    • The figure of 1.5 seconds is the reaction time of an average driver. A driver who is distracted by various elements such as listening to loud music, using a mobile phone or driving under the influence of alcohol may take as long as three seconds or more to react. The second variable is the braking distance which is the distance a car travels before stopping when the brakes are applied. This is also dependent on numerous factors, for example the gradient of the road is important, as a car will retard its speed faster if it is going uphill due to gravitational pull coupled with the car’s weight. Next, the frictional resistance between the road and the car's tyres is also important. A car with new tyres on a dry road will be less likely to skid and will stop more quickly than one with worn out treads on a wet road, which is very bad. If the fore mentioned two factors are ceteris paribus, the determining factor that has the most influence on braking distance is the initial speed of the cars.
  • The eye of the beholder falls immediately on the widened wing that takes in the rear passenger doors so elegantly that the vehicle seems more like a coupé. In addition the side skirts were made to fit the design and connect the line of the front apron with the rear of the vehicle - on which is enthroned a completely new form of rear spoiler that receives the optimum air stream from the roof spoiler and that ideally fits the vehicle's performance.
    DOCUMENTED: 03.03.2011 | 15:15 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    White And Wide | FAB Design Porsche Panamera

    Swiss tuner FAB Design have expanded their Mercedes-only programme to now include the FAB Exclusive Line. The new Porsche Panamera, showcased at the Geneva Motor Show, is the first car off the line.

    Models in the FAB Exclusive Line, mainly in accordance with customers' wishes, is always produced in small numbers - limited to no more than ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : FAB-Design, Porsche, Panamera, Geneva
    • The eye of the beholder falls immediately on the widened wing that takes in the rear passenger doors so elegantly that the vehicle seems more like a coupé. In addition the side skirts were made to fit the design and connect the line of the front apron with the rear of the vehicle - on which is enthroned a completely new form of rear spoiler that receives the optimum air stream from the roof spoiler and that ideally fits the vehicle's performance.
    • The engineers from Mellingen haven't let the performance go unnoticed. After some modifications, the 4.8 litre turbo now delivers up to 700 PS.
    • Menacing FAB rear skirt with an integrated diffuser and three trapeziform, centrally placed endpipes.
  • Now a free man with a list of his targets and addresses in hand, it was only hours after Driver laid the smack down the first name on his hit list, that he had two men hot on his trail - a retiring cop (Billy Bob Thornton) and a young egocentric hitman (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) with a flair for the art of killing. Also, the enemies Driver made in prison weren't going to forgive him, waiting for their time for revenge.
    DOCUMENTED: 03.03.2011 | 14:31 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    The Rock Is Not Slowing Down | Faster

    While our Chief Editor is overjoyed at The Rock's return to WWE, here's something that you movie loving folks will definitely find interesting.

    Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson stars as “Driver”, a guy fresh out of a 10-year sentence with the insatiable thirst to see ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : The Rock, Faster, Movie, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Lotus, Ferrari
    • Now a free man with a list of his targets and addresses in hand, it was only hours after Driver laid the smack down the first name on his hit list, that he had two men hot on his trail - a retiring cop (Billy Bob Thornton) and a young egocentric hitman (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) with a flair for the art of killing. Also, the enemies Driver made in prison weren't going to forgive him, waiting for their time for revenge.
    • Without a hint of hesitation, Driver clinically continues to execute those on his list while the mystery deepens surrounding his brother’s murder and who might have tipped off those responsible to their robbery plans. With every kill, Driver inevitably finds himself in a standoff with Cop or Killer, evading them every time. Killer wants Driver now more than ever – he’s finally met a worthy opponent. Thus begins a magnificent mix of gun play, car chases in Driver's quest to finish the list as well as learning new details about his brother's murder along the way.
    • In “Faster”, it's not just about humans, it's also where we find the collection of classic and exotic cars. Driver drives a classic Chevrolet Chevelle SS, joined by a Pontiac GTO, Lotus Elise, Ferrari 360 Modena, police cars and absolute car-nage. Time for lock, stock and lots of smoking tyres!
  • Upon getting into her and turning her on, she comes alive immediately, purring with great pleasure, her raspy engine note serenading to you in sweet seduction. Sitting in the electric sports seat shod in luxurious and supple Nappa leather, it sets you up for an intimate feeling of being in perfect harmony with the RCZ. On the move, this lioness with her turbo charged engine mated to a smooth shifting six speed automatic transmission churning out 156 horses and 240Nm worth of torque sends you into sheer automotive ecstasy in nine seconds with strong in-gear acceleration. And should you try to be blatantly unfaithful to her on the road by attempting to chase down an even more beautiful Italian 'super model', she shows her displeasure with her caterwauling engine screaming
    DOCUMENTED: 25.02.2011 | 05:40 GMT +8 | 0 COMMENTS

    Peugeot's Belle Époque | Peugeot RCZ

    The date was set for a rendezvous, a tryst that bordered on sheer adultery. As I got on my way, a thought came to mind, how can something so wrong feel so right?

    Photos: Low Fai Ming & Joel Tam There she stood, gleaming under the moon light, her smooth porcelain surface radia ... MORE

    ARCHIVED IN : Peugeot, 1.6 Turbo, RCZ, Coupe
    • Upon getting into her and turning her on, she comes alive immediately, purring with great pleasure, her raspy engine note serenading to you in sweet seduction. Sitting in the electric sports seat shod in luxurious and supple Nappa leather, it sets you up for an intimate feeling of being in perfect harmony with the RCZ. On the move, this lioness with her turbo charged engine mated to a smooth shifting six speed automatic transmission churning out 156 horses and 240Nm worth of torque sends you into sheer automotive ecstasy in nine seconds with strong in-gear acceleration. And should you try to be blatantly unfaithful to her on the road by attempting to chase down an even more beautiful Italian 'super model', she shows her displeasure with her caterwauling engine screaming
    • Cars and women are like big ticket items and one needs to choose carefully before taking the plunge, because the only thing that is going up are the COE prices not the wads of cash in your wallet. But then, there are some cars that simply defy logic and make one lose his rationale and the Peugeot RCZ happens to be one those cars, an automotive manifestation of Mélissa Theuriau with design curves inspired by Carla Bruni. In fact this car is akin to owning a trophy wife or mistress on wheels, whichever is applicable. Monsieur Sarkozy should know best…
    • Firstly, let us all consider this car's looks. After all to have a car likened to the presenter on