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A hefty 100 kg has been shaven off the new car. The weight savings were taken off from various parts of the car, making it a total re-look at the car's performance and weight distribution.
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Singapore First to Get Golf Outside Of Europe

IN Volkswagen Group Singapore, Volkswagen, VW, Golf, 1.4 TSI, TDI, DSG, Mk 7, 7, 1.6 TDI

Singapore is the first market to get the new Volkswagen Golf outside of Europe since its first appearance in September. We tee-off with a quick look at some important facts of this all-new model.


The Cayman S runs on a 3.4-litre flat-six cylinder engine with 325 bhp, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds with Sport Chrono package and PDK, with a top speed of 281 km/h. CO2 figures for the PDK is at 188 g/km.
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New Porsche Cayman Is Lighter And Faster

IN Porsche Cayman, Cayman S, PDK, Porsche Asia Pacific, Eurokars

Following the launch of the new Boxster, Porsche is rolling out the new Cayman shortly after. The new german mid-engine coupe promises to be lighter and more fun to drive.


“Powered by the M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, the impressive engine found on both the BMW X6 M50d and BMW X5 M50d is equipped with three turbochargers and advanced common-rail injection system. With its outstanding abilities, we trust it will only be a matter of time before this new engine enjoys the highest level of recognition just as its fellow award-winning siblings have.” added said Mr Fiorentinos.
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BMW M Performance Automobiles launched in Singapore.

IN BMW, X5 M, X6 M, Munich Automobiles, M Performance, M Performance Automobiles, MPA

With a high-powered SUV range and a scorching hot-hatch in its stable, M Performance Automobiles (MPA for short) has landed on our shores with a big bang.


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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series

IN Mercedes-AMG, SLS, AMG, GT3, Gull-wing, Mercedes-Benz, SLS, AMG, Black Series

Mercedes-AMG presents the SLS AMG GT3 race car-inspired high-end gullwing supercar, the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series. This is the fifth Black Series model from Mercedes-AMG.


Like all six Golf GTI generations before it, the seventh generation concept car being shown in Paris is distinguished from other Golf models by numerous additional equipment features and classic GTI insignia. Overall, the seventh generation Golf is also visually more dynamic than the previous one. The objective of the designers was to develop an even more striking and sporty character into the new Golf GTI - the goal was to give the GTI a lower, wider image with a more challenging character. Volkswagen Design developed numerous individual, detailed solutions for the new Golf GTI and integrated them harmoniously into the overall visual concept. Important here is the fact that the GTI-specific design elements are not simply
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Volkswagen Golf GTi Concept

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, E35, 2.0, TSI, Concept, Paris Motor Show

Set to be launched in early 2013, the new Volkswagen Golf GTI will be powered by the engine from the EA888 series with 220 ps, and 230 ps if opted with the factory performance pack.


The remarkable supercar’s perfect balance of uncompromising aerodynamics with harmonious proportions is a result of the collaboration between the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina.
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Ferrari Launches The New F12berlinetta

IN Ferrari F12berlinetta, Ferrari, Singapore, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, V12

The gorgeous Ferrari F12berlinetta debuts in Singapore and will be on display from 18 to 23 September at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands.


“The premiere of the BMW M Performance Automobiles heralds the creation of a new category of performance vehicles, one which marks out the sporting potential of the latest BMW models in particularly vivid style,” said Mr Neil Fiorentinos, Managing Director, BMW Group Asia.
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BMW M Performance Automobiles arrive in Singapore.

IN BMW, X5 M, X6 M, Munich Automobiles, M Performance

BMW Asia has announced that the soon-to-be launched BMW M Performance Automobiles model range will be retailing at Munich Automobiles Pte Ltd, the world’s first dedicated BMW M dealer.


The highlight of the ‘roadshow’ will take place on September 22, where Pirelli is partnering Porsche Club Singapore and Leica Singapore to organise a drive around Singapore. At least 40 Porsche cars and owners will participate in the event that will culminate at Goodwood Park Hotel, where the Pirelli F1 replica car will be displayed.
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Pirelli F1 Replica Car To Tour Singapore

IN Pirelli, F1, Formula 1, Singtel Singapore Grand Prix, Tyre

As the official Formula1 (F1) tyre supplier, Pirelli will showcase its one and only F1 replica car in Singapore in celebration of the 2012 Formula 1 Singtel Singapore Grand Prix.


“Just two months after its Asian sneak preview at the Singapore Yacht Show 2012, the much-anticipated new BMW M6 Convertible has officially arrived at our shores. This latest rendition offers not only a high-performance sports car with superior performance attributes, but one with an extremely exclusive character as well,” said Mr Neil Fiorentinos, Managing Director of BMW Group Asia.
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BMW M6 Convertible - Now You Can Officially Have One

IN BMW, M, BMW M, M6, Convertible, M6 Convertible, Munich Automobiles Pte Ltd

Although it was already given a prior press review, BMW's hyper convertible can now be officially ordered for local buyers


At Porsche, GTS stands for Gran Turismo Sport, promising extraordinary Porsche performance ever since the legendary 904 Carrera GTS back in 1963. Together with the Panamera GTS, two other members of the Panamera model range - Panamera Turbo S and Panamera S Hybrid - were also displayed.
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Got To Sprint: Porsche's Panamera GTS Lands Here

IN Porsche, Panamera, GTS, Porsche Panamera GTS, Porsche Centre Singapore, Stuttgart Auto

430 hp, all-wheel drive and sports chassis for a Panamera sounds like an interesting proposition


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McLaren Singapore Showroom Officially Opens

IN McLaren Singapore, McLaren Automotive, Singapore, MP4-12C, Showroom

The sleek showroom with a fully equipped service centre and customer care facilities will house the MP4-12C and McLaren's range of cars in years to come.


Having sold over 17 million albums worldwide, earned 3 Grammy Awards and topped the Billboard charts, American rock band Maroon 5 has churned out numerous smash hits including ‘She Will Be Loved’, ‘This Love’, and most recently, ‘Moves Like Jagger’ and ‘Misery’ from their third studio album titled 'Hands All Over'. With magnetic frontman Adam Levine chalking up points as a coach on the hit television series The Voice, Formula One fans can look forward to an adrenaline-charged Saturday show packed with Maroon 5’s greatest hits.
Motorsports

Maroon 5 To Headline 2012 Formula 1 SingTel Singapore Grand Prix

IN SGP, 2012 Formula 1 SingTel Singapore Grand Prix, Formula 1, Grand Prix, F1, Singapore GP Pte Ltd

 Win Meet & Greet session passes and Fan Zone wristbands to watch Maroon 5 up-close; additional artistes to be announced soon.


Compact and muscular, the DS signature on the bonnet is complemented by a striking LED light signature around the front fog lights (LEDs are illuminated both day and night). The car was designed from the start to have a reduced environmental footprint, especially evident in its construction - around 15% of the 200kg of plastic used in the DS4 vehicle is derived from ‘green materials'.
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Cycle & Carriage France Launches Citroën's New DS4

IN Citroën, DS4, Citroën DS4, Cycle & Carriage

DS4 promises an interesting alternative to the sea of hatchbacks; commanding driving position a major USP


Sensuously sexy and compact in size, the latest MX-5 reminds me of my old flame, a first generation MX-5 (NA) I owned for awhile. I had never driven the new model (NC), but heard that this latest iteration is a rather worthy successor to the very first sweet handling model.
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Still The One | Mazda MX-5

IN Mazda, MX-5, MX5, Roadster, Convertible, Trans Eurokars, Eurokars

After finding out that the Mazda distributorship in Singapore had changed hands, we decided to give our good friends at Eurokars Group a call to see if we could get acquainted with the brand again.


Mr. Glenn Tan, Executive Director of Tan Chong International Ltd says, “Consumers are placing more emphasis on functionality and style. The new Subaru XV marries the best of both worlds that drivers have been waiting for, by fulfilling modern practical needs and economy, with a combination of the sense of security and urban looks expected of an SUV. I'm confident that urban dwellers would be excited by the new form factor and stunning performance of the new Subaru XV.
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The Subaru XV Launch

IN Subaru, XV, Launch

Staying close to the concept, the production-spec Subaru XV has arrived in Singapore.


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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.


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!


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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.


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.
Motorsports

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


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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