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The largest part of the McLaren Group, McLaren Automotive has a global workforce of around 2,300 people with headcount expected to remain broadly stable until 2025 across offices in the UK, US, Bahrain, China, Singapore, Japan and Spain.
Happenings

McLaren To Launch 18 New Cars By 2025

IN McLaren, McLaren Automotive, Woking, Track22, Track25, Mike Flewitt, England, UK, 2018, 2025

Between now and 2025, 18 new models and derivatives are to be launched; production to reach 6,000 units a year


Buying a SEAT is somewhat like choosing two burgers over a value meal. You get all the good stuff — the engine, gearbox and chassis — but sacrifice some of the niceties like a sunroof, or a brand-name sound system. In the end, however, you still walk away feeling satisfied and rather pleased with yourself.
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SEAT Ateca Xcellence | Maximum Atec

IN SEAT, Ateca, SEAT Ateca, SEAT SG, Vertex Euro Motors

This German-Spanish mash up proves that basic isn’t always bad


So what exactly has been done to make this already-efficient car even more efficient? Hyundai took the Chapman route and added lightness, shaving 12 kg off the Ioniq’s kerb weight. This weight savings comes courtesy of the upgraded alternator management system — allowing the car to dispense with an auxillary 12-volt battery, bringing about an increase in fuel economy and more space in the boot.
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Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | Hybrid Theory

IN Hyundai, Ioniq, Hybrid, Ioniq Hybrid, Komoco Motors, 2018

Hyundai’s debut hybrid model gets refreshed


Ok, so you’ve heard countless times how the Germans are the obvious choices. But have you looked around you? My word, the 3 Series, C-Class, A4 and XE are everywhere, to the point they’ve become - sorry to say this BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar - mass-market. There’s that undeniable brand appeal, true, but imagine driving to your college reunion and seeing Mark the rugby player, Jonathan the science geek, Eugene the bully and even Sam the teacher’s pet all turning up in the same executive sedan as you. You guys might reconnect and after this become closest buddies e-v-e-r, but in a nutshell, your uniqueness is no longer with you. Heck, back then you were the coolest dude simply because you could sing and play the guitar.
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Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 Super | Mambo Italiano

IN Alfa Romeo, Giulia, Super, Giulia Super 2.0, Alfa Romeo Giulia Super, Compact Executive, Alfa, Euroautomobile Pte Ltd, 2018

Italy’s answer for the compact executive segment is actually… irresistible


“The new S60 is one of the most exciting Volvo cars we’ve ever made,” said HÃ¥kan Samuelsson, President and Chief Executive of Volvo Cars. “It is a true driver’s car that gives us a strong position in the US and China saloon markets, creating more growth opportunities for Volvo Cars.”
Happenings

Volvo’s First Made In The USA Saloon Debuts

IN Volvo, Volvo Cars, S60, Volvo S60, Made In USA, T6 Twin Engine AWD plug-in hybrid, T8 Twin Engine AWD plug-in hybrid, T5, T6, Scalable Product Architecture

Volvo Cars reveals the new S60 mid-size premium sports saloon at the company’s first US manufacturing plant in Charleston, South Carolina


The new virtual competition is an extension of Sony PlayStation’s backing of GT Sport Motul Team RJN — the Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 customer racing team contesting the 2018 Blancpain Endurance championship. Lucas Ordonez and Ricardo Sanchez — who are among the 22 people who’ve graduated from gamers to racers through the GT Academy since the program began — will compete on track with GT Sport Motul Team RJN.For more information, visit www.nismo.com/nissangtsportcup
Motorsports

Nissan Searching For Gran Turismo Racer

IN Nissan, Sony Playstation, Playstation, Gran Turismo Manufacturers Series Championship, Nissan GT Academy, 2018

Think you’re fast enough on Playstation? Nissan wants you!


All because of the 70 to 80 km/h speed limit, everyone feels they have the right of way to hog the fastest lane, which is, if you were to read the Highway Code, should only be used for overtaking; hence it causes traffic build up, frustrates you and most time wish you could see who’s the culprit and mentally punch his face 36 different ways.
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Jaguar E-Pace (First Edition) | Baby Jag Du Du Du Du

IN Jaguar, E-Pace, SUV, Jaguar E-Pace, First Edition, 2.0, Ingenium engine, ZF, Wearnes Automotive, Jaguar Land Rover Singapore, JLR, 2018

Jaguar’s here to take a slice of the burgeoning premium small SUV segment with its baby E-Pace; but is it up to the task?


The first compact MPV as we know it, is none other than the first-generation Renault Megane Scenic which was launched in late 1996 and underpinned by the Megane sedan. Developed as a car meant to be practical and enjoyed by the entire family, the Scenic has been in production for 22 years now. And today, we’ve got with us the newest fourth-generation Scenic.
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Renault Scenic 1.5T dCi Privilege | Taking the scenic route

IN Renault, Scenic, Renault Scenic, Wearnes

Renault’s latest compact MPV proves that frugal can still be fun


It’s true that Kuala Lumpur is filled with lots of affordable top-class eateries, but this time around I wanted to venture slightly out of KL — to avoid the crowd, what else? - for some Western food.Hence, Me’nate Steak House in Shah Alam was my chosen destination this time around. Located at Vista Alam, Jalan Ikhtisas, 40000 Shah Alam, Malaysia, Me’nate Steak House, as its name suggests, specializes in steak. A Halal establishment, they have a variety of beef cuts available for you to choose from but at the same time also serve lamb, chicken and fish. Just in February this year, they were awarded ‘Emerging Brands Award (F&B)’ at The BrandLaureate SMEs Best Brands Award 2017-2018. (Ok to be honest, I chanced upon them in social media; based on the good review, I thought ‘why not?’)
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(GT)I Drove 3 Hours For Dinner!

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, GTI Mark 7.5, Volkswagen Golf GTI, VW, Hot-hatch, Family hatchback, Volkswagen Centre Singapore, 2018

When you have the key to a car like the Golf GTI, you really want to go everywhere further…


The result is a model that can be driven both on road and on track, while at the same time expressing all the beauty and innovation inherent in Ferrari’s road cars.
Happenings

One-off Ferrari SP38 Revealed

IN Ferrari, SP38, Ferrari SP38, Fiorano, Ferrari One-Off, One-Off Programme, Prancing Horse, Italian, Italy, 2018

The Ferrari SP38, the latest offspring from Ferrari’s One-Off programme, has been unveiled at Fiorano


The centrepiece of the Blancpain GT Series, to be held on July 26th to 29th, marks the return of the NSX name to the Spa 24 Hours, a quarter of a century after Armin Hahne, Bertrand Gachot and Kazuo Shimizu started the 1993 race from pole position in a Honda Belgium-entered car which was also supported by Castrol. The NSX has achieved significant success in motor racing since its launch in 1990, including GT victory at the 1995 Le Mans 24 Hours and six titles in Japan’s ultra-competitive Super GT series.
Motorsports

Castrol Honda Racing Enters SPA 24 Hours

IN Castrol Honda Racing, SPA 24 Hours, Castrol, Honda, NSX, GT3, NSX GT3, Honda NSX GT3, Blancpain GT Series

… and this car utilises a twin-turbocharged V6 power plant


In the second round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) 2018, BMW will be fielding two BMW M8 GTEs. These racing cars already demonstrated their potential at the season opener in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, and the US-American IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. This will now be followed by the debut of the production model; drive and suspension will be based as close as possible to the M8 GTE. On that note, motor sport expertise is concentrated in particular in the new M850i xDrive Coupe, which BMW promises offers outstanding dynamic handling characteristics; it gets with it a new V8 engine, intelligent four-wheel drive, controlled rear axle differential lock, Integral Active Steering, adaptive M suspension technology Professional featuring Active Roll Stabilization and 20-inch light alloy wheels boasting high-performance tyres. “There isn’t a better setting for the world premiere of the new BMW 8 Series Coupe than the 24-hour race at Le Mans,” says Klaus Fröhlich, board member of the BMW AG, Development. “The race is a pure demonstration of passion, dynamics and long-distance capability. These characteristics define our new sports car in a special way.”
Motorsports

BMW Returns To Le Mans With 8 Series Coupe

IN BMW, 8 Series, 8 Series Coupe, M8, M8 GTE, BMW M8 GTE, Le Mans, Le Mans Race, Endurance, FIA World Endurance Championship, WEC 2018

To be presented on 15th June, the BMW M8 GTE had inspired the driving dynamics of the road-going model as well


The new office is home to a team of 35 staff who will drive different aspects of the business for Pirelli from passenger cars, including foreign premium and prestige models, as well motorcycles.
Happenings

Pirelli Singapore's new downtown home

Located at 77 Robinson Road, the new office houses the team that handles regional work for the Italian tyre manufacturer.


For car guys, we’re always looking for cars that are value-for-money. We want a car that has everything in one package; namely straight-line performance, handling, practicality, aesthetics and good build quality. If you could afford another car, you definitely could just throw practicality out the window and look for a, ahem, less exciting car for that particular duty.
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Seat Leon Cupra | Spanish Fly

IN Seat, Leon, Cupra, Seat Leon Cupra, Seat Leon, Hot-hatch, Seat Centre Singapore, Spanish, 2018

Seat's Leon Cupra is such a fun hot-hatch to drive; with dual characters, it doesn't compromise on practicality


But to me, this ‘middle-class’ fast SUV is already hot enough. For starters, it features a tuned B58 unit, a turbocharged 3.0 liter inline-six engine already found in the M240i. It’s an open rumour that the eventual king-of-the-hill X3 M (if it does go into production) will have an enhanced version of this power-plant.
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BMW X3 M40i | Middle-weight champ

The new performance SUV from Munich is a winner, and the past few days with the BMW X3 M40i were simply not enough


Well I definitely won’t be one of those overusing this term when I refer to Pang from Opus Leather as an artisan, because this man has been skilled in automotive restoration services for more than 20 years. Every one of those years involved his handiwork in carpet cleaning, exterior grooming and leather restoration.
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Opulent Service | Opus Leather

IN Opus Leather, Leather Singapore, Restoration, Old, New

Knowledgeable, dedicated and passionate - these three words sum up the team at Opus Leather. It was truly an experience and service we won't soon forget


With the M DCT ‘box, the M2 Competition completes a standard standstill to 100 km/h sprint in 4.2 seconds (4.4 seconds with a 6-speed manual) - not that far off the Porsche 911 Carrera S (PDK) which needs 3.9 seconds, just for comparison’s sake. Top speed has been electronically limited to 250 km/h; but surprise, surprise, the car can be combined with the M Driver’s Package to raise the top speed to 280 km/h.
Happenings

Welcome the new BMW M2 Competition!

IN BMW, M2, M2 Competition, BMW M2 Competition, Competition, M, BMW M GmbH, Hockenheim Silver, 2018

BMW’s M division claims a 'fresh benchmark' in the compact high-performance car segment with this one


However since the Getz was phased out, Hyundai haven’t had a product that small car buyers can put into consideration. But now with the Kona - introduced at this year’s Singapore Motorshow — it looks like there is finally a credible Korean option for buyers looking at the compact car segment.
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Compact X-Over Feature 3 — Hyundai Kona GLS Turbo AWD

IN Hyundai, Kona, 1.6 GLS Turbo, Hyundai Kona 1.6 GLS Turbo, GDi Turbo, Turbocharged, Korean, Crossover, SUV, 2018

An undeniably quirky-looking crossover, the Kona has a lot in store


If you belong to such a group, then I would suggest you stop reading this; so long now, and goodbye. But if you’re open enough to see what this Spanish brand under the Volkswagen group could offer, well, read on.
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Compact X-Over Feature 2 — Seat Arona FR

IN Seat, Arona, FR, Seat Arona FR, 1.0, EcoTSI, Seat Arona FR 1.0 EcoTSI, Spain, Spanish, Seat Centre Singapore, 2018

Can Seat’s competitor in this challenging segment draw the crowd?


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Audi RS 5 Coupé | Clinical Coupé

The new RS 5 is longer, lighter and sexier than its predecessor. But it’s also two cylinders down - does it make the car less fun to drive? We find out



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