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If there was only one car that I attended the show for, it would be the Lamborghini Aventador. The Western Australian release of the Aventador was THE showstopper.
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The 2011 Perth Motor Show

IN 2011, Perth, Motor, Show,

With the show being on hiatus since 2008, Wei Jie from E3lipse Photography attended this year's edition to find out what it's like.


The new 911 has a longer wheelbase and a reduced height. Combined with the 20-inch wheels and a wider front track, the new 911 stays true to the 911 tradition – with a distinctive Porsche design language that exudes power and elegance.
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The New Porsche 911 Carrera

IN Porsche, 911, Carrera, S

No more thinly-disguised 911 pictures, this is the real deal.


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.


The revised platform is more rigid compared to the current model thanks to an increased number of spot welds and adding laser welds in very specific locations. The track, wider by 40mm at the front and 50mm at the rear, works in combination with a revised suspension design to give a more assured stance and superior cornering performance.
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Lexus Unveils The New GS

IN 2012, Lexus, GS

With a more engaging driving experience, bolder design and a more spacious, contemporary interior, the new GS heralds a new chapter in the history of Lexus.


Audi is once again opening up new horizons: the Audi urban concept, a 1+1-seat, ultra-light car for congested urban spaces. The technical study being presented at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt does not fit under any of the conventional categories – the Audi urban concept combines elements of a racing car, a fun car and an urban car into one radical new concept. In addition to a Sportback model, Audi is also presenting a Spyder variant.
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Audi To Present The Audi Urban Concept at IAA Frankfurt

IN Audi, Audi Urban Concept, IAA, IAA Frankfurt 2011

Concept study an innovative urban concept car with 1 + 1 seats; cockpit made from CFRP.


The Chevrolet Miray: Propelled by two front-mounted, battery-powered 15-kW electric motors for quick acceleration and zero emissions in urban driving, it is a fresh look at what a sports cars of the future might be. It's made from carbon-fibre-reinforced plastics (CFRP) and carbon fibre and features a 1.5 litre turbo-charged four-banger at the back. If only every hybrid looks this good!
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Cars To Watch At The Frankfurt Motor Show

IN Frankfurt, Motor, Show, IAA, 2011

The world’s largest automotive fair will be featuring some of the most desirable and important cars to expect in 2012. Here is a glimpse into the future.


If the 1M is an award-winning dish, then BMW's M Division is the master chef. With this awesome recipe, they used ingredients from the BMW larder and cooked up nothing less than a storm.
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I Eat, I Shoot, I Post | BMW 1 Series M Coupé

IN BMW, Munich Automobiles, 1 Series M Coupe, M3

By now, most of you would have read about how great the 1 Series M Coupe is. I'm not about to sing a different tune, so you might as well just scroll down and see the awesome photos we took!


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.


With the introduction of the new Polestar power optimisation tuning, Volvo cars can now produce higher power output and better torque in the range where the engine works most often in.
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The New Polestar Power Optimisation For Volvos

IN Volvo, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Polestar Power Optimisation

Drive a Volvo? Been looking for Volvo-approved tuning options? Well, here's your answer.


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Caltexâ„¢ & Burnpavement.com Launch The Caltexâ„¢ Techron Car Decal Program

IN Caltex, Chevron, Techron, Clean, Fuel

We got 10 hot cars, loaded them with an awesome fuel and filled the roads with 'bubbles'! You can feel the clean power of Caltexâ„¢ with Techron too! Read on to find out how.


The new Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 also features Goodyear's renowned FuelSaving Technology, which aids reduced fuel consumption. The TÃœV SÃœD Automotive test also confirmed that the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 delivers top-class rolling resistance in its category, with a 7 percent better rolling resistance compared to the average performance of three leading competitors. Also, the tyre's optimized block design and optimized 4 Pitches Sequence with 64 blocks on the outside and 72 blocks on the inside help reduce noise output levels. Goodyear internal performance tests also showed that the Asymmetric 2 outperforms its predecessor with more than 10% improvement in mileage.
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Goodyear Launches 2nd generation Eagle F1 Asymmetric

IN Goodyear, Eagle F1, Asymmetric, Asymmetric 2, Tyre, ActiveBraking

Goodyear launches the successor to the award-winning Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric, a tyre still highly rated by media and consumers, with the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 with ActiveBraking Technology.


A combination of solid centre line rib and continuous shoulder rib with high weight polymers and a race inspired compound provide maximum rigidity to the tread design, reducing the deformation under heavy force during rapid steering movement and heavy cornering.
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Goodyear Launches The Eagle F1 Directional 5

IN Goodyear, Eagle F1, Directional 5, Tyre, SportGrip

The makers of the award winning Eagle F1 GSD-3 have taken style and control to a whole new level with the Goodyear Eagle F1 Directional 5, which incorporates its latest SportGrip Technology.


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Singapore's Best MINI | Entry Five (5)

IN Mini, Cooper, Countryman, Clubman, S, Singapore, Mini Habitat, Cooper S, Competition, JCW

This cool little MINI is a lip-smacking Cooper S with a custom paint job - and also claims to be the ride of The Stig! Some say it might be lying... all we know is, this is entry no.5!


Nokian Tyres is one of Europe’s premium tyre brands, known worldwide especially for their winter range tyres. It is the only tyre manufacturer in the world that focuses on products and services that facilitate safe transportation in Nordic conditions. The company's innovative passenger car, van and heavy-duty machinery tyres are mainly marketed in areas that have snow, forest and changing seasons that make driving conditions demanding. Now, what about summer tyres?
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Tyrepac Adds Nokian Tyres To Its Portfolio

IN Tyrepac, Nokian Tyres, H, V, Z, G2, SUV

Nokian Tyres, a premium European tyre brand now has an exclusive dealer in Singapore.


Porsche sets the heartbeats ticking faster with an exclusive series of collectibles and apparels – Porsche Design Driver’s Selection – engineered for the avid brand enthusiast. The luxury sports collection is designed with the finest qualities of Porsche – refined technology, increased comfort, enhanced performance and sharpened design. The brand’s impeccable eye for details and precision is evident in the collection which consists of stylish polo tops (for men and women), brilliantly compartmentalised trolley cases to fun accessories like colourful key rings and caps embossed with the distinctive Porsche crest.
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Porsche accessories for all F1 fans!

IN Porsche, Porsche Design Driver’s Selection, Formula One.

Porsche ups the ante this Formula One season with an exclusive selection of luxury collectibles and apparels, engineered for the avid brand enthusiast


“This vehicle will mark the launch of the first volume-produced car featuring bodywork largely made of carbon. It’s a revolution in automotive design,” stressed Klaus Draeger, Member of the Board responsible for Development. The application of this new CFRP technology allows a weight reduction, compared to a conventional electric car, of between 250 and 350 kilos, and that means more dynamic handling coupled with a greater range. The BMW i3 does the 0 to 100 km/h sprint in less than eight seconds, while a high-speed charger achieves an 80% battery charge in just an hour.
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BMW Group presents mobility of the future

IN BMW, BMW Group, I3, I8, Electric, Mobility, Concept

BMW Group showcases its visions of future mobility in the shape of the BMW i3 Concept and BMW i8 Concept studies, due to be launched as the BMW i3 in 2013 and the BMW i8 in 2014.


Have the rising oil prices affected VP Racing Fuels? Bruce had this to say: “The racing fuel market is affected. But its affected in different ways. Sometimes oil prices could come down and racing fuel prices go up because there are a lot of things we use. Some of the fuels come from the chemical side of the market and that industry certainly doesn't follow the oil market. They are two different markets. But generally speaking...”
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The force behind VP Racing Fuels.

IN VP, Racing, Fuels, Bruce Hendel, Johnny Wong, Best, Chemical

Our latest interview brings us face-to-face with Bruce Hendel and Johnny Wong with an insight into the racing world.


The Philips GoPure Automotive Clean Air purification system contains advanced filtering technology which removes up to 99.9% of harmful gases, viruses, bacteria and fine particles, thereby improving the quality of air in the car and enhancing people’s health and well-being on the go.
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Philips Introduces New Comfort And Safety Accessories

IN Philips, Automotive, Lighting, GoPure, LED, DayLight

Keep the air clean and be easily seen while on the go!


Visually, the Maserati GranCabrio Sport is characterized by a more-pronounced dynamic look. This look begins with the GranCabrio's distinctive nose and continues with a host of small, perfectly integrated changes throughout the body and the interior.
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Maserati Rolls Out New GranCabrio Sport

IN Maserati, GranTurismo, GT, GranCabrio

With more power, a faster gearshift and a distinctively aggressive look, Maserati has taken the GranCabrio convertible to a new level of performance with the new Maserati GranCabrio Sport.



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