The Mazda MX-5 has that effect. In a market where everyone's busy trying to squeeze so much technology along with mind-numbing engineering effort into a shell, Mazda decided to give us a sporty little cabriolet that is so much fun to drive, you're probably willing to sell off a cornea/kidney/liver to buy one. While we also cannot ignore Toyota's 86 and Subaru's BRZ which has similar 'back-to-basic' concept, the MX-5 still stands out further simply due to the fact that you have the option to drive it with or without the roof.
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Mazda MX-5 RF | Basically Speaking

IN Mazda, MX-5, RF, Mazda MX-5 RF, Skyactiv, Cabriolet, Coupe, Convertible, Zoom-zoom, Eurokars Group

The MX-5 RF is the perfect medicine to cure any sort of depression, but first...


Lets just be honest. The petrol-powered Discovery Sport isn’t the most economical around. But because it’s the door to the world of the Land Rover brand, you yearn for one. The fact that it has three rows of seats makes you want one so, so badly.
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Land Rover Discovery Sport TD4 | Alternative Rock

IN Land Rover, Discovery Sport, Diesel, Turbo diesel, Land Rover Discovery Sport TD4 diesel, TD4, Ingenium, Wearnes Automotive

The diesel Discovery Sport made a quiet entry into our market - we reckon it deserves more attention


Not that it’s wrong for you to pick any of the three Germans, but come on - they’re everywhere now. Well there are also the Lexus GS and Jaguar XF to consider; however there is no way on earth you can deny that both are equally omnipresent.
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Maserati Ghibli V6 | Against The Norm

IN Maserati, Ghibli, V6, 3.0-litre, Maserati Ghibli V6, Luxury Sedan, Trident, Tridente Automobili, 2017

Maserati's Ghibli offers a different kind of sensation - what are they?


It’s good-looking. Yes, on the note of being handsome and sleek, the beefier V90 has chiselled looks that are well-proportioned without being overly flashy. The lovely hammer-shaped LED headlamps and matte black fender linings all add to the subtle yet aggressive presence of the car.
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9 things you need to know about the Volvo V90 Cross Country T5

Estates are synonymous with the Volvo brand, so this rugged version of the S90 is a welcomed model in the line-up. We’ve broken down our recent drive in a V90 Cross Country into nine simple points


This C43 AMG Cabriolet's rear felt softer than the front, and when driven enthusiastically with the folding canvas roof hidden in the trunk, it gets even more obvious to the point you must hold the steering wheel tighter and ease off the accelerator; thankfully however, steering is precise and the anchors are commendable.
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Mercedes-AMG C43 Cabriolet | You're Hot, Then You're Cold

IN Mercedes-AMG, C43, Cabriolet, C-Class, C43 AMG Cabriolet, AMG, Mercedes-AMG C34 Cabriolet, Daimler, MB, Cycle & Carriage

Is there real substance beneath that sexy bodyshell?


But while the looks might be a bit subjective, the quality definitely isn’t. I’ve always marvelled at Audi interiors and the Q2 is no exception. Aside form the premium materials, what you’ll find standard on the 1.4 TFSI Sport are progressive steering, paddle shifters, dual-zone climate control and MMI Navigation with a 7.0-inch screen and a nice audio system. There are even some new matte-yet-metallic trimmings that I’m seeing for the first time too.
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Audi Q2 1.4 TFSI Sport | Fun Factor

Audi's brand new model in the compact SUV segment is undoubtedly fun and different, but can it win over buyers?


Somewhat, its fanbase did not follow through with the refreshed 3008 though. Perhaps because it was not offered in petrol variant; or it could be that Volkswagen’s Tiguan sounded like a far more interesting proposition.
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Peugeot 3008 GT-Line | Pulling All The Stops

IN Peugeot, 3008, GT-Line, French crossover, Crossover, Peugeot 3008, Peugeot 3008 GT-Line, AutoFrance, Vantage Automotive, 2017

Surprisingly, this updated French crossover offers a lot of car


But every once in a while, car manufacturers do churn out an SUV that stands out. Or excite, to say the least. When you come to think about it again, this is indeed a big challenge as people who buy SUVs generally just need a big, tall car to move around from point A to point B, and nothing else.
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Infiniti Q30 2.0T Sport | 2-in-1

IN Infiniti, Q30, Infiniti Q30, Compact Crossover, 2017, Wearnes Automotive

Not much attention had been given to the Q30, but surprisingly, it does have good things to offer


For its face, the 2017 Lexus IS 200t F-Sport test car here had been given a slightly aggressive twist: Tweaked headlamps, a new honeycomb spindle grill and larger air intakes on the lower part of the front bumper (which also saw the deletion of the foglamps).
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Lexus IS 200t F-Sport | Aging Gracefully

IN Lexus, IS, 200t, F-Sport, Lexus IS 200t F-Sport, Turbocharged, 2017, Facelift, Lexus Singapore, Borneo Motors,

It’s a little nip and tuck to keep the car relevant — or is it just a vain effort?


Well, Honda tried taking a slice of this pie with two models. Ironically while Toyota needed only one model to make this niche bourgeois, Honda on the other hand needed the Insight and Civic Hybrid.
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Hyundai Ioniq | Isn’t It Ironic

IN Hyundai, Ioniq, Hybrid, Hyundai Ioniq, Family car, Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid 1.6 GLS (A), Komoco Motors, 2017

Hyundai’s first hybrid attempt seem highly attractive - and this is a cause for concern for Toyota


But it truly was a beauty. So how do you make something that great better? Well you don’t. The new A5’s designer Frank Lamberty, took on this project with the mindset of “improving the design with some subtle tweaks“. With the less-is-more approach, he made small changes to the new A5 (which is based on the new A4), most of it at the front.
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Audi A5 Coupe 2.0 TFSI S-tronic | Automobil-Eleganz

Audi's A5 has always been the benchmark for automobile elegance in the premium range. The new car carries on that tradition.


And so today we have the new Impreza with us. Based on photos alone, you might think the new Subaru Impreza is just another Impreza; you know, with the usual ingredients namely a regular family car with four-wheel drive. Full stop.
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Subaru Impreza 1.6 Sedan | Who Would’ve Thought

IN Subaru, Impreza, 1.6-litre, Sedan, Subaru Impreza 1.6, 2017, Family sedan, Singapore, Motor Image

The Impreza has come a long way, and this iteration is put together so damn well


So when Burnpavement’s Managing Editor, Joel told me we were invited for a Jeep trip across the Causeway, my mind went,
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Having Fun In Good Ol' Mud

IN Jeep, Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, Cherokee Trailhawk, Wrangler, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Chrysler, Chrysler Jeep Automotive of Singapore Pte Ltd, Jeep No Roads, Off-roading, Four-wheel drive

Jeep brought us out for an off-road excursion — now we know why Jeep owners, well, do what they do…


But let’s make no mistake about this - Jeeps are cool and the Wrangler sits on the throne of that coolness scale. But the Wrangler is definitely not the most luxurious thing on four wheels. The Grand Cherokee on the other hand, is a premium SUV that offers more luxury and comfort than it’s iconic sibling. Yet, it bears the badge and credentials of a Jeep, which make it a capable off-roader as well.
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit | King Of The Hill

IN Jeep, Grand Cherokee, Summit, Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit, SUV, Luxury, Pentastar, Chrysler Jeep Automotive of Singapore, 2017

This is my first drive in a Jeep. After eight years of being a motoring journalist, I've finally gotten behind the wheel of an all-American off-roader and I am rather pleasantly surprised.


Now here’s contestant number ten: The Spain-assembled Nissan Pulsar.
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Nissan Pulsar 1.2 DIG-T | Price Buster

IN Nissan, Pulsar, Family hatchback, Hatchback, Turbocharged, DIG-T, 1.2 DIG-T, Nissan Pulsar 1.2 DIG-T, Tan Chong Motor Sales, 2017

In an already crowded market place, is there still space for the Pulsar here?


Fast forward to present day and guess who brought that concept back, albeit in a more premium package? Tadaa… Audi.
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Audi A3 1.0 TFSI Sedan | Ball Of Energy

IN Audi, A3, Sedan, Audi A3 Sedan, 1.0-litre, TFSI, 3-cylinder, Audi Singapore, Premium Automobiles, Turbocharged

The 1.4-litre TFSI model is replaced by this new 1.0-litre version - will potential buyers feel shortchanged?


And the problem with those two choices are, (a) the E-Class Cabriolet isn’t as youthful and might be mistaken as your mum’s car, while (b) the SLK is a strict two-seater which meant additional passengers have to be thrown into the boot.
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Mercedes-Benz C200 Cabriolet | Welcome To The Topless Party

IN Mercedes-Benz, C200, Cabriolet, C-Class, C200 Cabriolet, Mercedes-Benz C200 Cabriolet, Daimler, MB, Cycle & Carriage Mercedes-Benz

Can the cloth-top version of the C-Class deliver if you want style, comfort and a little bit of driving fun in one package?


The S3 sedan - which is also available in Sportback form - is a handsome car, with a sporty single-frame grill with matt grey inlays contrasting against the black paint. The lower air inlets have slightly more pronounced lines and a RS-styled honeycomb grill, giving the new S3 a meaner stance. While the black exterior is certainly safe, perhaps a more impactful colour for the test car would have been nice - Misano Red maybe?
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Audi S3 Quattro Sedan | A Step Up

IN Audi Singapore, Audi S3, Quattro, S3, 2017

Audi’s refreshed S3 has grown up in the looks department. Resembling its ‘older’ A4 sibling, it is also nearly as comfortable to pilot and sit in. Let’s go for a drive.


Look back at the 1999 Megane. It goes against the usual boxy exterior others in the segment were busying themselves with; personally speaking though, it still looks relevant today. If Renault were to update the equipment level, spruce up the interior and then put it back in the market, I’m sure there would still be people signing on the dotted line for ‘em.
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Renault Megane Sedan DCI | Wasn't Expecting That

IN Renault, Megane, Sedan, Renault Megane Sedan, Megane Sedan, Turbodiesel, Turbo, Diesel, DCI, Wearnes Automotive

The new Renault Megane looks undeniably good in this new skin, but does it have the substance to match?


Perhaps the fellas over at Infiniti really, really, really wanted to produce one oh-so-badly. So finally parent Nissan agreed, and allowed them to shoehorn a GTR into a Q50; tadaa, say hello to the Q50 Eau Rouge. Exciting times ahead for Infiniti, it seems, as this is their chance to pit something against the established AMG, M and even RS.
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Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 | Above And Beyond

IN Infiniti, Q50, Q50 Red Sport 400, Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400, S, Red Sport, 400, Wearnes Automotive

A proper sporty Infiniti — well, well who would’ve thought?



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