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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!


Names aside, this is bound to be a fair comparison. Both are (a) three-door sports hatchbacks, (b) almost similar in size, (c) power figures so close to each other. But here’s the best bit to determine it as a level-playing field: they both come with a six-speed manual transmission. The fact that they’re both going down the history books as one of the “rarest” cars to reach our shores makes it even sweeter.
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Keeping Grounded | Renault Megane R.S Monaco GP Vs Volkswagen Scirocco R

IN Renault, Volkswagen, R, R.S, Renaultsport, Megane, Scirocco, Monaco GP Limited Edition, Renault Megane R.S Monaco GP Limited Edition, Volkswagen Scirocco R

Renault's latest R.S Monaco GP Limited Edition arrived quietly without fanfare, Volkswagen's manual Scirocco R now quietly available - so which one should you get?


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!


In the GT class for cars, the absence of Sri Lankan speed demon, Dilantha Malaguwa who is in Japan for the Asian GT will be capitalized by defending champion, Mok Weng Sun from Singapore in hopes of closing the gap on his closest rival and runaway leader this year. The MSS kicks off this Saturday with the qualifying sessions at 1.40 pm, while the program for race day begins at 8.45 am on Sunday.
Motorsports

Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Debuts At Malaysian Super Series

IN Ferrari, Challenge, Trofeo, Pirelli, Malaysian, Super, Series

The Malaysian Super Series (MSS) returns this weekend with the one-make Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli series makes its debut at the Sepang International Circuit.


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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.


One point is all that separates Sebastian Vettel from his second successive Drivers’ World Championship after the 24-year-old German and his Red Bull Racing team claimed their first victory on Singapore’s Marina Bay Street Circuit on Sunday.
Motorsports

The Perfect Win At The 2011 Formula 1 Singtel Singapore Grand Prix

IN 2011, Formula 1, Singtel, Singapore, Grand Prix, F1

Vettel claims first win in Singapore – with only a point from the title!


At roughly 7.45pm, the MediaCorp Audi R8 LMS #2 was about to overtake in a corner. However, a contender failed to notice the car and hit it, causing the Audi to sustain a broken swivel mount which required the whole front left suspension to be replaced, causing them to finish in fifth place.
Motorsports

The 2011 Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race Lowdown

IN Malaysia, Merdeka, Endurance, Race, MMER, 2011

46 cars and 12 hours of non stop racing action, complete with a record-breaking finish!


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.


Last year, Frank Biela, Darryl O’Young and Marco Werner celebrated second place at the first run of the Audi R8 LMS in this race. All three drivers are part of the grid again this year, albeit in a different formation - the two former Audi factory drivers Biela and Werner will be supported by the Swiss Marcel Fässler who has won the Le Mans 24 Hours for Audi this year. The trio’s combined track record totals nine Le Mans successes. The second Audi R8 LMS will be driven by another former Le Mans winner, Seiji Ara. The Japanese will share the car with Darryl O’Young from HongKong and Alex Yoong. The Malaysian enjoys a particular bonus at his home round on account of his huge popularity as he is the only former Grand Prix racer in his country.
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Audi Aiming For Another Endurance Race Victory

IN Audi, Audi R8, Audi R8 LMS, Merdeka Endurance Race, MMER, Sepang

Two Audi R8 LMS cars will contest the Malaysia Merdeka Endurance Race (MMER) at Sepang this coming weekend


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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.


Pirelli will bring the P Zero White medium tyres and P Zero Yellow soft tyres to Monza, which are designed to cope with the demands of Monza’s high-speed layout and provide plenty of scope for the teams to use different tyre strategies.
Motorsports

Pirelli Bringing Additional Tyres To Monza This Weekend

IN Pirelli, Pirelli P Zero, Monza, Italian GP, Fernando Alonso, Paul Hembery

Real test for Pirelli's P Zero White medium tyres and P Zero Yellow soft tyres


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!


It's not all bad. After receiving a handsome new front design that is in line with Volkswagen's new design language, the new Eos manages to look more 'handsome' than 'pretty', which is important in winning over more male drivers.
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Make It Eos | Volkswagen Eos 2.0 TSI DSG

IN Volkswagen, VW, Cabriolet, Coupe, Eos, TSI, DSG

With a strong engine and space for four, Volkswagen's hard-top cabriolet will take you and three friends around quickly and in style.


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Innovation Isn't Just A Word. It's An Experience.

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

Burnpavement.com is privileged to be the only motoring publication to partner BMW Asia in this exclusive event. We have 15,000 active readers daily-only 200 of you will join us. Best to register now!


I started off with the “wet circuit”, which turned out to be bone dry. Nevertheless, the course was designed with a fast lane switch, a couple of gates, a long sweeper and finally a slalom.
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The Audi A6 Media Event

IN Audi, A6, Media, Event, Changi

We burn some rubber in the seventh-generation A6 at Changi.


Hand assembled at the company's global headquarters in Gaydon, England, the V12 Zagato is based on the highly acclaimed V12 Vantage and features a beautiful 'handcrafted‘ aluminium and carbon fibre body. Combining traditional craftsmanship and high technology, the V12 Zagato also boasts Aston Martin's most dynamic bonded aluminium platform and the power of the company's acclaimed 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp, and 570 Nm of torque.
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Road Going Aston Martin V12 Zagato To Debut At Frankfurt

IN Aston Martin, Aston Martin Zagato, V12 Zagato, IAA Frankfurt

A pair of Zagato will be displayed; sales to begin after.


With such power, it is a wonder how Mercedes-Benz and AMG have boasted a fuel consumption of just 11.9km/l. The trick is the cylinder shut-off function, activated when the driver selects transmission mode
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Mercedes-Benz Unveils The SLK 55 AMG

IN Mercedes-Benz, 2012, SLK, 55, AMG

The most powerful SLK of all time certainly has lots to shout about.


To be really honest, the Passat's looks are its downfall. I might be giving it away too early in this story, but the Passat is truly a great car to drive and own, I just wished it looked just as good. It is by no means ugly, but at the same time, it lacks a strong personality. It just looks bland - which I guess will work for those who don't want too much attention.
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The Boss Says... | Volkswagen Passat

IN VW, Volkswagen, Passat, 1.8 TSI, Kids

Every now and then, we'll get some extra time with a car, that's when I'll get my chance to spend some time with it and give you my take. Last weekend, I took the wife and kids out in the Passat.


The Motoring Heritage Day is a collaboration between the National Heritage Board (NHB) and the Malaysia and Singapore Vintage Car Register (MSVCR). This event also presented the public a rare opportunity to come up close and personal with these iconic motoring gems.
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Celebrating The Motoring Heritage

IN Motoring, Heritage, Day, Memories, At, Old, Ford, Factory

The former Ford Motor Factory hosted the Motoring Heritage Day, an event filled with nostalgic memories.



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