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B-Class Gets A Facelift

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, B-Class, B 180, B 200, Mercedes-Benz B 180, Mercedes-Benz B 200

A little nip and tuck to keep it relevant and even closer looking to its smaller A-Class sibling


This concept of front mid-engine and transmission in transaxle configuration makes for a beneficial weight distribution of 47 to 53 percent between the front and rear axle. In conjunction with the vehicle's low centre of gravity, this translates into extremely agile handling and permits high cornering speeds. With a power-to-weight ratio of 3.3 kg per hp, the Mercedes-AMG GT self-confidently lines up alongside the very best in its segment. The sports car also sets a new benchmark figure for fuel economy: fuel consumption of 10.8 km/L (combined).
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Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: 0-100 km/h In Less 4 Seconds!

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, AMG GT, Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, AMG

An all-new aluminium chassis sports car developed entirely in-house by AMG and available in two variants offering 462 bhp and 510 bhp; here are some facts.


The BMW 2 Series Convertible will be available with a choice of four engines, including a new 2.0-litre diesel for the 220d and, for the first time in a BMW convertible, an M Performance variant, the M235i. Fuel economy improvements over the previous model average 18 per cent. The 2 Series Convertible also brings significant improvements in passenger space and access, acoustic comfort, style, dynamism and equipment, while the ConnectedDrive services for the first time include wireless updating of navigation data.
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Meet BMW's New 2 Series Convertible

IN BMW, 2 Series, BMW 2 Series Convertible, Convertible, 220i, 228i, M235i, 220d

You have to wait for the first half of 2015 to get one though; Sport, Luxury and M Sport trim levels will be made available to broaden appeal


Volvo will provide SCMS 2014 with a fleet of its best-selling models — the dynamic Volvo S60 sports sedan and 7-seater XC90 luxury SUV — which will be deployed as the VIP and official vehicles during race day on Sunday, 7th December. The SCMS 2014 branded Volvo cars will also be highly visible in the build-up to race day with a number of activations set to aid runners as they train towards the nation’s biggest running event of the year.
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Volvo Is Official Car Of This Year's Standard Chartered Marathon

IN Volvo, XC90, XC, S60, SUV, Sedan, 2014 Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore, 2014 SCMS, SCMS

Volvo returns to annual event as official car; big discounts offered for those keen on purchasing cars in the fleet, post race


The aluminium-intensive Jaguar XE is the first model developed from Jaguar Land Rover’s new modular vehicle architecture and Jaguar is aiming to set the standard for driving dynamics in the segment. The long wheelbase and low seating position enable perfect proportions and a streamlined, coupe-like profile.
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Jaguar XE Premiered In London

IN Jaguar, XE, Jaguar XE, Jaguar XE S, Wearnes Automotive

Wraps were finally off the 3 Series, A4 and C-Class competitor; 'exhilarating performance' and 'precise handling' are among Jaguar's promise


It features a 5.2-litre V10 engine with 610 hp, reaches a top speed of over 325 km/h, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds. The power generated by the ten-cylinder is delivered to the road via the new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission “Lamborghini Doppia Frizione” (LDF) and an all-wheel drive that also features a new hydraulic multi-plate clutch. Three different driving modes, spanning from road to race track, can be selected using a drive select switch in the steering wheel. The system is called ANIMA —  Adaptive  Network  Intelligent Management - and impacts the engine, transmission, all-wheel drive and the ESC handling system as well as other dynamic systems.
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Huracan LP610-4 Finally Launched In Singapore

IN Lamborghni, Lambo, Huracan, Huracan LP610-4, Gallardo, Lamborghini Singapore, EuroSports Auto,

Gallardo replacement made its official Singapore debut; highlights include new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, Lamborghini Doppia Frizione (LDF)


The next stage of development will be optimising the aerodynamic performance. Further testing will continue over the winter months to ensure that, following the completion on the 375th and final example of the road-going McLaren P1, the McLaren P1 GTR will achieve the goal of being the ultimate drivers’ car on track — two decades on from the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans win by the legendary McLaren F1 GTR.
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P1 GTR To Debut Alongside Special 650S

IN McLaren, P1 GTR, P1, McLaren P1 GTR, 650S, McLaren 650S, McLaren Automotive, Hypercar,

McLaren to exhibit at inaugural Chantilly Arts & Elegance event in France; development shots of the McLaren P1 GTR show race track-inspired camouflage.


Since 28th August 2014, rare, limited edition and brand defining models like the Sesto Elemento and Reventón Roadster - which has only been seen by a privileged few - are on display. These icons are also accompanied by the road going Aventador Roadster.
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Lamborghini Arriva: Showcase Of Iconic Bulls

IN Lamborghini, Lambo, Sesto Elemento, Reventon Roadster, Huracan LP 610-4, Aventador Roadster, Gallardo, Collezione Automobili Lamborghini

Now is your one and only chance to meet the Sesto Elemento and Reventon Roadster


With up to 374 bhp of power and the ability to complete the century sprint in 4.9 seconds, there is no doubting its power. Jaguar owners experienced first-hand true Jaguar sports car performance as well as the highly addictive growls, snarls and exhaust back firings of the F-Type Coupé.
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Jaguar Owner Appreciation Night

IN Jaguar, Wearnes Automotive, F-Type Coupe, XJ, C-X17, Glenfiddich, Jive Talkin’

Close to 200 Jaguar owners and guests turned up for the first-ever Owner Appreciation Night on Thursday, 21 August 2014.


Fortunately, the list price of the Jetta Highline is not too lofty. At $126,300 with COE, it sounds like pretty good value to us, considering the fact that it is also one of the safest cars in its class with six airbags and Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), contributing to its five-star rating by Euro NCAP. Want one? The Jetta Highline will be soaring into VW showrooms from the 6th of September 2014.
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Volkswagen Jetta Highline Soars In

IN Volkswagen, Jetta, Highline, DSG, TSI, ESP, VW

Volkswagen freshens up the Jetta with a 'higher' trim level.


Anyway, back to the plot. The Evoque was treated with much respect (in 'Dynamic' mode, no less): late braking, hard flicks, flooring the accelerator when traffic permits, taking corners like a hot-hatch. In other words, I drove it like I just stole it, went to rob a bank and am racing towards the Malaysian border — except I am (a) no where as buffed as Channing Tatum nor (b) as bad-ass as Stallone. Every single day for half a week, I drove that way. Journey to the office has not been this fun and fast (sorry Range Rover, the M235i still blew my mind moaarr).
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Fashionable Mobility | Range Rover Evoque (Dynamic)

IN Range Rover, Evoque, Land Rover, Dynamic, Rangie, Black Design Pack, Wearnes

With a new 9-speed auto transmission, the Evoque’s desirability factor just went up a notch


Symbolising this historic day in Volvo’s 87 year history, the new XC90 will be the first of its cars to carry the company’s new more prominent iron mark, which has the iconic arrow elegantly aligned with the diagonal slash across the grille. Together with the T-shaped “Thor’s Hammer” DRL lights, the iron mark introduces an entirely new, distinctive and confident face for Volvo’s forthcoming generation of cars.
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New XC90 Unwrapped - First Volvo Under Zhejiang Geely

IN Volvo, XC90, XC, New Volvo XC90, New, Volvo Cars, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group

Offers new styling, new safety technology, premium interior, more fuel-efficient engines and room for seven on a new flexible platform


The front bumper has been completely redesigned and features a larger air intake, additional air inlets ahead of the wheel arch and new LED daytime running lights. Other updates include the introduction of black headlamp bezels, special red Nismo trim at the base of the bumper, redesigned side sill and door mirror and special Nismo badging. The revised 370Z Nismo also features new 19-inch Rays alloy wheels finished in black and silver.
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Meet The 370Z Nismo...

IN Nissan, 370Z, Nismo, 370Z Nismo, Rays

New 370Z Nismo features a host of design and engineering updates, including improved refinement, seating and equipment levels


After all, the Golf is no lightweight considering its 1,184 kg kerbweight; and (on paper) it can only whip out some 104 bhp and 175 Nm (available from as low as 1,550 rpm, though) of torque. Last but not least, 10.2 seconds is needed to get from 0 to 100 km/h.
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The Singapore Car | Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI

IN Volkswagen, Golf, 1.2 TSI, VW, 1.2, Turbocharged, DSG

A full-sized hatchback with a small engine equates to a money-saving proposition — exactly what every Singaporean driver desired…


Those set of big brakes on the X5 M50d sure works brilliantly; there were several instances while going way past the highway-legal speeds, where I was cut off by slower traffic on the fastest lane. Without fail, it managed to slow the car down every single time. Plus due to the stiffer suspension system, it does not nosedive rudely to make you look silly like a nervous amateur racer on his debut…
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A Different Kind of Vitamin | BMW X5 M50d

IN BMW, M, X5 M50d, X5, Diesel, Munich Automobiles, SUV

While there is no denying this is no full-blown M X5, the tri-turbo’d SUV offers the best of both worlds


The initial response to OrangeSafe thus far has been extremely encouraging, with more than 300 early bird participants confirming their attendance. OrangeSafe complements the road safety efforts of the Singapore Traffic Police and Singapore Road Safety Council, which recently launched the Singapore Ride Safe 2014 campaign to spread the message that safe riding saves lives on the roads.
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Free Defensive Riding Course For NTUC Policyholders

IN NTUC Income, NTUC, OrangeSafe

The first insurer in Singapore to provide a free defensive riding course for its policyholders, NTUC Income has committed $500,000 over two years for OrangeSafe; one in two motorcyclists in Singapore


On paper, both the speed requirement and the circuit length (22 km) put the feat within the all-electric EV range Toyota quotes for Prius Plug-in, performance designed to meet the day-to-day driving demands of urban commuters. In theory, the distance could be covered without a drop of petrol being used.
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Toyota Prius Sets New Nurburgring Record

IN Toyota, Prius, Prius Plug-in hybrid, Hybrid, Nurburgring, Nordschliefe

… For fuel economy, that is. Toyota took its Prius Plug-in hybrid to the track, setting out to show how little fuel it could use on a single lap of the notorious Nordschliefe.


Out on the expressway, there’s a surprisingly good degree of comfort; this despite the car running on Renault’s revered sporty Cup chassis. And no, it will not cause passengers to barf over road irregularities.
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Now, Seriously | Renault Clio RS Cup

IN Renault, Clio, RenaultSport, RS, Clio RS, Cup, Wearnes Automotive

Renault’s latest Clio RS brings a party along everywhere it goes


In a recent media drive trip to Malaysia, we had the privilege of sampling the full range of Lexus Hybrid models. Along for the ride were the face-lifted CT200h, the new IS300h, the ES300h, the GS450h, the LS600h and the RX450h. Luxuriously equipped while offering smooth and effortless power, these frugal machines impressed with their all-round capabilities, validating the characteristics that Lexus cars are known for.
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Hybrid Cars. Hybrid Experience.

IN Lexus, Borneo Motors, Hybrid, CT200h, GS450h, ES300h, RX450h, LS600hL, IS300h

As the leading Japanese hybrid automaker, Lexus has no intention of slowing down on its developments. A quick look at their current lineup is enough proof.


The GFRP spring (left) next to a 'traditional' steel type Whereas a steel spring for an executive class model weighs nearly 2.7 kilograms, a GFRP spring with the same properties weighs approximately 1.6 kilograms. Together, the four GFRP springs reduce the weight by roughly 4.4 kilograms, half of which pertains to the unsprung mass, helping the suspension to react more quickly to changes in the road surface and to absorb imperfections more effectively.The core of the springs consists of long glass fibres twisted together and impregnated with epoxy resin. A machine wraps additional fibres around this core - which is only a few millimetres in diameter - at alternating angles of plus and minus 45 degrees to the longitudinal axis. These tension and compression plies mutually support one another to optimally absorb the stresses acting on the component.The GFRP springs can be precisely tuned to their respective task, and the material exhibits outstanding properties. It does not corrode, even after stone chipping, and is impervious to chemicals such as wheel cleaners. Last but not least, production requires far less energy than the production of steel springs.
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Newsflash: Audi's New Lightweight Springs

IN Audi, Vorsprung durch Technik, Lightweight springs, Glass fibre-reinforced polymer, GFRP

Audi is investing heavily in travelling lightly to boost efficiency with new polymer suspension springs



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