After staying from the night before, we head off fresh early in the morning from our hotel at Novotel Ploenchit, Bangkok. Teams of three journalists get a car each to share over the 700km. We were designated the first car in the convoy.
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BMW Efficient Dynamics 1-Tank Challenge

IN BMW, BMW Asia, Thailand, Efficient dynamics, Event, 730d

We set out to complete the Ultimate challenge - Bangkok to Chiang Mai in one tank of gas in BMW's award-winning 730Ld luxury sedan. After 700km, here's our story!


To give you a good idea of the full range, you can start by visiting DC Shoes' first flagship store in Singapore, which also boasts the biggest Ken Block range in all of Asia. With plenty of Gymkhana tees, hoodies and Ken Block's driving shoes, does it sound like a drivers-only haven? Nope!
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A Look At DC Shoes' Flagship Store At ION Orchard

IN DC, Shoes, ION Orchard

If you're a big Ken Block fan and have some ideas of having a Rally Ford Fiesta, how about some apparel to go with the look?


2nd place went to Entry No. 2. Owner Zach Lau was the only cabriolet who entered the competition.
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Singapore's Best MINI Competition Is a Wrap!

IN MINI, Cooper, Cooper S, Competition, Singapore, JCW, Eurokars Habitat

Last week, we gathered our 9 smoking hot MINI finalists to announce which of them was the hottest of them all! Our awesome sponsors from MINI came to the party bearing gifts!


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Autovox TechArt Party!

IN Porsche, 911, Turbo, Techart, Autovox

Local tuning specialists Autovox showcased a mouth-watering range of their gorgeous TECHART Porsches at an awesome party organised for the German Porsche tuner.


The new car looses one distinctive feature of its predecessor, the roll bar. In its place is an active rollover protection system first seen in the Beetle Cabriolet and EOS. It fires two metal beams out from the rear of the passenger cabin within milliseconds of detecting a roll.
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The Golf Cabriolet Is Back!

IN Volkswagen, VW, Golf, Cabriolet, TSI, DSG

Making a return after 9 years, the new Golf has arrived on our shores.


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Subaru Club Singapore Meetup

IN Subaru, WRX, Club, Meetup

The Subaru Club in Singapore, which comprises of mainly Imprezas, WRXs and Foresters had an evening meetup recently. We were there to snap some photos and catch up with the guys.


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Singapore Is McLaren's Hub For Asia

IN McLaren, Ron Dennis, Peter Lim, McLaren Automotive

Following news of billionaire Peter Lim's investment in McLaren Automotive, the company has confirmed in a press conference that Singapore will be the heart of their expansion into Asia.


The M37S comes with huge 20
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To Infiniti, Not Beyond | Infiniti Experience 2011

IN Infiniti, Wearnes Automotive, M37, Infiniti Experience

It's not often one gets to drive a brand new car from a brand new, er... brand. Well that's what we did last week with Wearnes Automotive, distributors of the latest premium luxury marque, Infiniti.


After being grouped, we were first sent off to do a hot lap on the South Track in the Samoa Orange-hot Audi R8 GT. Because of its rarity - with only 333 units to be built - we were not allowed to drive it. With the track still wet from the rain, it was interesting to see what Daryl could do with 560 hp...
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The Audi Sportscar Experience

IN Audi, Sportscar, Experience, R8, GT, V10

After the roaring racing action faded away at Sepang, it was time for a few to experience an exhilarating drive on a closed course.


The RS 3 Sportback differs from its S3 cousin with flared front fenders made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP), prominent sill panels, exterior-mirror casings in matt aluminium look and a large roof spoiler. A high-gloss black diffuser insert and two elliptical exhaust tailpipes on the left accentuate the styling at the rear.
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Audi Launches The RS 3 Sportback

IN Audi, RS 3, Sportback

Small, practical and fast. Sounds like the perfect family car!


Under the hood sits a twin-charged 2.0-litre TSI engine borrowed from the Golf GTI, serving 180 hp and 280 Nm of torque. The Tiguan Sport gets 30 additional horses added to the stable. Both variants shuffle the power to the road is a 7-speed DSG gearbox and 4 Motion, a permanent all-wheel drive system.
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The New Tiguan Launched In Singapore

IN Volkswagen, VW, Tiguan, 2.0, TSI, DSG

The latest iteration of the SUV market leader now comes with new looks and toys.


The Fiesta ST Concept combines eye-catching, muscular and sporty styling with a dynamic sports chassis and a high-performance powertrain capable of delivering impressive fuel economy with low CO2 emissions. A global Fiesta ST would continue the proud, 35-year Fiesta history of delivering high performance thrills to small car customers. Iconic past models have included the Fiesta XR2 and XR2i, Fiesta RS1800 and RS Turbo.
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Is A 'Fiesta ST' Coming Our Way?

IN Ford, Ford Fiesta ST, ST, Fiesta ST, ST Concept, IAA Frankfurt

Ford unveils exciting new Fiesta ST Concept at 2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, indicating the future direction for a high-performance Fiesta


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Porsche Launches Turbo S And Hybrid Models for Its Panamera

IN Porsche, Panamera, Stuttgart Auto, Turbo S, Hybrid

Stuttgart Auto, distributors of Porsche in Singapore launched two new Porsche Panamera variants, the Panamera S Hybrid and the Panamera Turbo S at the Pavilion at Customs House yesterday.


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Caltexâ„¢ & Burnpavement.com Caltexâ„¢ Techron Car Decal Program Final Drive!

IN Caltex, Chevron, Techron, Clean, Fuel

We conclude our Caltexâ„¢ Techron car decal program with a final convoy down the bustling lanes of Orchard Road, just before breaking for dinner at East Coast Parkway!


To date, more than 1,500 people have sailed around Marina Bay on board the Audi ultra on top of test driving the new Audi A6.
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Audi's Yacht To Be Docked Here Till September

IN Audi, Audi Yacht, Audi super maxi yacht, Marina Bay

Interested? You have till the end of this month to see it


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BMW Innovations Xpo

IN BMW, BMW Asia, Innovations xpo, Efficient dynamics, Event

Registered Burnpavement.com readers will get a chance to experience the technologies found in BMW cars at the BMW Innovations Xpo. They'll also get an exclusive preview of the new 1 Series.


Seductive looks indicate the next evolution of Jaguar’s bold design direction.
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Jaguar Debuts The C-X16 Concept At Frankfurt

IN Jaguar, Concept, C-X16, Frankfurt

This Oh-so-beautiful sports concept is the hybrid that marks a new chapter for Jaguar. Inspiring new advances in design, the C-X16 combines searing performance with gorgeous styling.


Entry to the third row of seats is aided by the the sliding doors which open extremely wide, and the second row of seats can be pushed forward and tilted. The sliding doors can be operated electrically by buttons, door handles or remote control. The doors, along with the electric tailgate are equipped with pinch protection to keep them from severing anything.
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The Volkswagen Sharan Media Launch

IN Volkswagen, Sharan, MPV

Is the Touran too small for you? Look here!


Besides being a highly successful model in the international car markets within a matter of months, the BMW X3 recently also assumes an exemplary role on the safety front, confirmed by Europe’s leading crash test programme - in the latest Euro NCAP crash test, the BMW X3 achieved the highest rating of 5 stars. The second-generation X3 earned its top marks in this challenging test for new vehicles thanks to its comprehensive range of standard safety equipment and effective occupant protection in various types of collision.
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BMW X3 Earns 5 Stars In Euro NCAP Crash Test

IN BMX X3, 2011 BMW X3, X3, BMW X3 Euro NCAP

BMW's Sports Activity Vehicle earns top rating in the latest safety assessment programme for new cars - examplary occupant protection a highlight


Caltex is giving to one customer and seven of his/her friends a whole tanker of fuel. The key to winning what is equivalent to one year’s worth of fuel for each one of the eight members of the team is not left to chance. Caltex hands the control over to its customers with this promotion as teams are able to join a contest, track their performance and race all the way to the finishing line, hence, leaving nothing to chance.
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Caltex Wants To Give You A Tanker Of Petrol!

IN Chevron, Caltex, Caltex Singapore

Promotion not leaving winning to chance; hinges on customers driving their way to finishing line



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