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Here it is in all its stunning glory, the G81 M3 Touring. With 510hp and 650Nm of torque, 0-100km/h is dispatched in just 3.6 seconds while offering enough space for that Ikea and Giant shopping run. What's not to love? This will likely be the swansong of the pure internal combustion engine (ICE) M3 though, so strike while the iron is hot. Subaru WRX Sedan & Wagon
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11 Petrolhead-Apropos Highlights of the Singapore Motorshow 2023

IN Singapore Motorshow, 2023

We're glad to see our local Motorshow back after a three-year hiatus, still with offerings for the hardcore petrolhead


The Lotus Emira is a 2-seat mid-engined sports car in the same vein as the Evora. Its main competitors are obviously the Porsche Cayman and Alpine A110, although peripherally the BMW M2 and Toyota Supra are there in the mix as well.
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Lotus Emira order books now open in Singapore

IN Lotus, Emira, Sports car, Launch

Last ever petrol-engined Lotus is set to close a new chapter almost as soon as it begins.


With my curiosity seriously piqued, I headed to my two favourite B-roads at night, and this was when my eyebrows nearly joined the pole star (that’s the one in outer space, not the one from Sweden). Firstly, there is the Polestar 2’s seeming incomprehension of the concept of understeer. There were a couple of instances where I was pretty damn sure I’d overcooked my corner entry, but no, the car pretty much sailed into the bend once I lifted off the brakes - not even a moment’s hesitation waiting for the front tyres to regain their grip. Even with deliberately over-aggressive throttle application when exiting corners, the car settles into more of a four-wheel drift instead of washing out at the front end.
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[Opinion] The Polestar 2 completely changed my mind about EVs. Here's why.

IN Polestar, 2, Polestar 2, EV, Sedan, Opinion

For BP’s diehard and handling-obsessed petrolhead, the future of cars in an EV-only world looked bleak; but the Polestar 2 might just be his guiding light


Where the electric dream short-circuits I’m no scientist myself , but it’s highly unlikely that all our mobility needs can be met by electricity alone. Car makers might be diving into electrified vehicles in a big way (spurred on by legislation of course), but it’s far from a catch-all solution. Flaws include its low energy density (by weight/volume), making the technology unsuitable for most heavy duty transport applications. Lorries, planes and ships would require such large battery packs that they’d be essentially useless at hauling cargo.
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Could synthetic fuels be the carbon-neutral power source we need?

IN Efuels, Synthetic fuels

“Electric power good, internal combustion bad” seems to be the popular thinking now, but electricity alone is very far from ideal. Can carbon-neutral synthetic fuels be the realistic solution the worl


Factor in the current COE price of $82k and the M340i comes within striking distance of the $376,581 Audi S4, also an all-wheel drive 3-litre turbocharged sport sedan that makes 353hp and 500Nm of torque. Altogether, that’s good for an electronically-limited 250km/h top speed and 4.7 second sprint from 0-100km/h. Compelling? Moreover, even though it still sports a straight-6 turbo engine, the M340i is now available in Singapore only with all-wheel drive, or xDrive as BMW calls it. Cue moans and groans from hardcore BMW enthusiasts. Since the regular G20 has already been covered in a previous article, we’ll simply focus on what makes this an M Performance vehicle. The Important Bits The M340i features bulging intakes up front, which sets it apart from the regular 3er and makes that front-end look sharper and meaner. Don’t be deceived by those slim headlights though – they’re up there with the best that we‘ve tested.
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BMW M340i xDrive: Formerly known as Prince

IN BMW, M, M340i, XDrive

True commitment to (most of) BMW’s traditional values is needed


While all these are a bit more community-driven – enthusiasts pulling into a car park to talk cars – Toyota, one of the largest car companies in the world, has maintained a theme park of sorts in the heart of Tokyo.
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A Tribute to Toyota Megaweb

IN Tokyo, Japan, Toyota, Toyota Megaweb, Megaweb, Mega Web

After a 22-year run, this petrolhead oasis in the heart of Tokyo will be shuttering its doors.


In place of the Ioniq Hybrid’s 1.6-litre petrol engine and electric motor combination, you’ll find a single 88kW electric motor residing in the Ioniq Electric’s engine bay. This means 118 bhp and 295 Nm of instantaneous torque, and with a 28 kWh battery, this translates into a 280 km range that should be sufficient for a good three to four days of commuting.
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Hyundai Ioniq Electric | Electric Avenue, Part 2

IN Hyundai, Ioniq, Ioniq Electric, Hyundai Ioniq, Hyundai Ioniq Electric, Electric, Electric Vehicle, EV

Electrification comes in a slightly more conventional Korean package


Thousands came to the event at Show DC Oasis Arena and more than 300 Porsche cars arrived throughout the course of the day. At the same time, droves of spectators turned up to watch 911 GT3 Cup cars tackle the challenging corners of the street circuit perched at Bangsaen beach for Porsche Carrera Cup Asia (PCCA).
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Porsche’s Big Celebration in Bangkok

IN Porsche, Sportscar Together Day, SCTD, Show DC Oasis Arena, Porsche Singapore, Porsche Malaysia, Porsche Thailand, Porsche Carrera Cup Asia, AAS Auto Service, 2018

42 Porsches from Singapore and Malaysia also made the drive to celebrate Porsche’s 70 years of sports cars in the Thai capital


“As a leading fuel provider with over 57 stations across Singapore, Shell recognises bikers who have been the silent supporters of our brand. Through this first of its kind initiative in the industry, we want to show appreciation to these bikers and welcome them to be part of an inclusive community, which allows us to continue to support them and enhance their everyday journeys on the road,” said Aarti Nagarajan, General Manager of Retail Sales & Operations, Shell Singapore.
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Shell launches exclusive reward card for bikers

IN Shell, Shell Singapore, Shell Escape Riders Card, Bikers Only, Singapore, 2018

Shell Escape Riders Card now available at all Shell stations


In its place, however, is this petrol-powered version.
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Peugeot 3008 1.6 Allure | Roar Little Lion, Roar

IN Peugeot, 3008, Allure, 1.6 petrol turbo, 3008 1.6 turbo, French crossover, Crossover, Peugeot 3008, Peugeot 3008 1.6 Turbo, AutoFrance, Vantage Automotive, 2017

The attractive 3008 no longer has a diesel option, and its replacement is this new petrol 1.6-litre turbo variant


Well this isn’t BMW’s first attempt at luring more buyers towards their diesel 5 Series model. Both E60 and F10 generations were offered with a diesel option — 520d — but unfortunately, interest is small. Probably the clattering at idle was too embarrassing; or it could be due to the fact that it lacks the refinement when driven over longer distance.
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BMW 520d Luxury | So, so talented

IN BMW, 5 Series, 520d, BMW 520d, Luxury Line, G30, G30 520d, G30 BMW 520d Luxury Line, BMW Asia, Performance Motors LTd

If you’re highly attracted to the new BMW 5 Series and cannot decide which variant to get, read this…


The sixth generation Polo has grown, making it larger than its predecessor in all of its dimensions. This has resulted in more interior space and a significantly increased boot volume, which has grown from 280 to 351-litres. In addition, the new Polo, with its length of 4,053 mm, is only slightly shorter than the fourth generation Golf; but it surpasses that Golf when it comes to its wheelbase (53 mm longer) and space for the driver, passengers and luggage (21-litres more).
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New generation VW Polo Revealed

IN Volkswagen, Polo, VW, Veedub, Volkswagen Polo, 6th generation, Polo Mark 6, TSI, TDI, TGI, MQB AO, GTI

Sixth-gen Polo is the largest Polo ever, and will come with five variants


But it all changed when Apple came along and introduced the iPod. It revolutionized how we listen to music on the go, made that little gadget smaller and smaller to the point it fits your skinny jean’s pocket, along with storage space enough to store all of Hillary Clinton’s — ahem — thousands of missing e-mails… and their attachments.
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Almost Sussed Out | Lexus GS 200t

IN Lexus, GS, 200t, Turbocharged, Lexus GS 200t, Lexus GS, Turbocharged, Lexus Singapore, Borneo Motors, Sedan

Now with a turbocharged engine option, can the GS finally send a tough warning to BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz?


But between the 207 and the 208, there was a rather long pause for a successful Peugeot model. And during that period, two generations of the Honda Jazz hit our market and succeeded, COE prices went up and 10-year loans are no longer possible.
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Could This Be The Magic? | Peugeot 208 1.2(A)

IN Peugeot, 208, 1.2, Pug, Peugeot 208 1.2, Compact hatchback, Hatchback, 5-doors, French hatch, AutoFrance

The diesel 208 that debuted in 2013 struggled in terms of local sales, but could this updated petrol version change Peugeot's luck?


The new FuelSave Diesel replaces its predecessor, regular Shell Diesel at no extra cost. The new fuel features Active Efficiency Ingredients, which are designed to combust more quickly, thus capturing more of the energy in the fuel and increasing engine efficiency — literally giving you more bang for your buck.
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Go Further with the new Shell FuelSave Diesel

IN Shell, Diesel, FuelSave, Fuel, New

Shell Singapore launches its new formulation of diesel fuel, designed to help improve engine efficiency and longevity.


So, as a whole, the Audi TT Roadster is fast, refined when it needs to be and handles like nothing else in the market. Some, however, may opine it is clinical and predictable. Whatever it is, this car is brilliantly packaged and does not need too much brain cells to drive; two important aspects for a buyer looking at such cars.
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Audi TT Roadster | Adds Spice To Life

IN Audi, TT, Roadster, Audi TT Roadster, EA888, Audi Singapore, Premium Automobiles

Boring people driving boring cars in search of more excitement need to get this car


The most powerful production Fiesta ever, the Fiesta ST200 will sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7sec, and will feature an exclusive specification including a unique Storm Grey exterior, distinctive machined matt black alloy wheels and special interior detailing. Production of the Fiesta ST200 starts from June with customer deliveries this summer. “The Fiesta ST is truly beloved by owners and critics. The ST200 takes this special drivers’ car to a new level of power and performance,” said Joe Bakaj, vice president, Product Development, Ford of Europe. “I think it’s a future classic in the making.”
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Ford's Hot And Compact ST200 Unveiled

IN Ford, Fiesta, ST200, Fiesta ST200, EcoBoost, Ford EcoBoost, 1.6-litre, Turbocharged

The most powerful production Fiesta in Ford's history also features exclusive specification with unique Storm Grey exterior, matt black alloy wheels and special interior detailing


There are cars that only those with the keenest of eyes will be able to spot:
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The Car’s The Star Pt 1 | Cars & Coffee Dec 2015

IN Cars & Coffee, Meet, Meetup, Special, BMW, Porsche, VW, Lotus, Toyota, Mazda, Subaru, JDM, Euro, Classic

Christmas is a time for sharing, so what better way to spread some festive petrolhead cheer than with a car meet with some of the rarest cars in the country?


After a month of using Caltex petrol with Techron, Jason was ready to share his thoughts. We caught up with him to get his verdict; and he was rather excited to say the least.
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THE CALTEX TECHRON — BURNPAVEMENT READER SURVEY

IN Caltex, Chevron, Techron, Singapore, Toyota Wish

We catch up with our second panelist, Jason Lie, who tested a month's worth of Caltex petrol with Techron.


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Seeing Double | Mazda CX-5 2.5 Luxury

IN Mazda, CX-5, SUV, Crossover, Facelift, Eurokars

First launched in 2012, the Mazda CX-5 has just gone through its mid-life refresh, and we’ve sampled it in range-topping 2.5L Luxury trim. But exactly how deep do the changes affect this new model?



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