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“We are very excited about the arrival of the new Mercedes-Benz Viano and Vito in Singapore. I am sure these two outstanding vehicles will be the top choice and the most reliable partner for businesses too,” said Mr Wolfgang Huppenbauer, President and CEO of Daimler South East Asia.
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Mercedes-Benz Singapore Launches The New Viano And Vito

IN Mercedes-Benz, Viano, Vito

Comprehensively revamped, the new Viano and Vito are greener, more practical and better to drive.


As well as its all-new body shape, the new Forte Hatchback (the official name for the 5-door model) introduces styling, equipment, refinement and technical improvements, which are also featured on the new 2011 Forte sedan and two-door Koup models introduced last December. These include six-speed transmission with paddle shifters, boot-type gear shift, LED side repeaters, and integrated blue-tooth. Technically similar to its sedan and Koup sister cars, the new Forte hatchback has the same overall width, height and wheelbase as the sedan. The difference lies in the reduction of 190 mm in the rear overhang, therefore the five-door model is 4,340 mm long. Despite its more compact dimensions, the hatchback’s cargo volume of 385 litres (VDA) is highly competitive in its class.
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Kia Adds Stylish New Forte Hatchback To Line-up

IN Kia, Cerato, Forte, Koup, Hatchback

The addition of third body style to Kia’s best selling model is set to attract a broader range of customers.


The Q3 gets two 2.0 TFSI petrol engines variants: 170 bhp or 211 bhp. While the 177 bhp Q3 comes with front-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission, the 211 bhp TFSI will have Quattro (all wheel) drive with a seven-speed S tronic gearbox.
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Audi's New Compact SUV

IN Audi, Q3, SUV

Slated to make its public appearance at Auto Shanghai 2011, the Audi Q3 looks promising.


In celebration of this milestone, Harvest Automobiles will host a series of celebratory promotions ending with a big anniversary bash in July. Beginning this week, all Å koda models will be going at an exceptional price. To highlight one of the special promotions, the Å koda Superb will be going at a celebratory price of S$139,106. Also in time for this celebration is the arrival of the new Å koda Fabia RS 1.4 TSI and Å koda Fabia Combi 1.2 TSI, both fitted with an automatic seven-speed DSG transmission.
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Celebrating 106 years Of Automotive History

IN Harvest Automobiles, Skoda

Harvest Automobiles commemorates the 106th anniversary of Å koda automotive history.


Unlike the previous M5 which had a V10 heart, the new M5 will have a high-revving V8 engine with M TwinPower Turbo Technology, which sounds similar to the engine found in the X5M. There is no official power output numbers, be we are expecting something in excess of 550 hp.
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BMW's Concept M5 Unveiled

IN BMW, Concept, M5

It may be a concept, but this is as close as you can get to the actual M5 when it goes into production.


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BMW M Reveals Lightweight M3 Concept

IN BMW, M3, GTS, CSL, Sedan, E90, Lightweight

Moving on from the M3 Pick-up, BMW has recently shown off a new M3 concept car based on the E90 M3 sedan. This particular concept is destined for the Nurburgring M Festival later in the year.


Being heavier and taller, the Countryman unlike its normal Cooper sibling does not possess a go-kart like drive. Instead, it feels more like a sporty sedan. The steering is noticeably heavy at low speeds but it is quick and gives a good amount of feedback on the road once you get going at higher speeds. For more demanding drivers, hitting the sports button increases the steering effort and slightly sharper throttle response. However, body roll is not very pronounced in the corners, and it has brakes that feel very progressive.
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Fun? We Are All4 It! | Mini Cooper S Countryman

IN Mini, Cooper, S, Countryman

The first-ever four door Mini is not just an up-sized Mini. It is their first cross-over and also quite possibly, the most controversial Mini of all time.


With this vehicle, BMW M GmbH once again furnishes evidence of its exceptional competence in developing and building high-grade, individual dream cars. With a high-revving V8 engine at the front, a generously sized load area behind and a removable Targa roof above, driver and passengers in the BMW M3 Pickup will relish an unprecedented take on the familiar M feeling. Yet this spectacular new development is unmistakably recognisable as a member of the BMW M3 model family.
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Step Aside HSV Maloo. Here Comes The M3 Pickup!

IN BMW, M, Pickup

Happy April's Fool Day! Following the BMW M3 Coupé, BMW M3 Convertible and BMW M3 Sedan, a fourth body variant of this sports car is about to cause a stir...well, not really.


Motorsports

Sebastian Vettel Victorious At Melbourne

IN F1, 2011, Melbourne

Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel started the new Formula One season with a flawless race from pole to finish to win the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.


The Pit

Sizzling Hot New Wheels From DPE

IN USA, DPE, Wheels, Rims, Race In Peace Customs, Dynamic Performance Engineering

Looking for some flashy big wheels for your ride? Have a look at these USA-made wheels from DPE.


The IPS version of the Evora allows the driver to switch between manual paddle shift and automatic drive modes. The driver also has the option of selecting ‘sport’ mode which showcases the Lotus sport driving experience allowing the driver to really feel each gear shift and be in complete control of the transmission. Lotus Chief Executive Officer Dany Bahar said: “The Evora IPS is set to broaden the appeal of the Evora and reach out to a wider market and we hope it will be popular with established automatic locations such as Asia. It’s been a while since Lotus created an automatic and we’ve spent a great deal of time refining this one to make sure that it perfectly complements the Evora drive experience.” Khun Seree Rakvit, President of Niche Cars Lotus, and sole authorised dealer for Lotus in Thailand, commented: “We are honoured to present the Evora IPS to the region at the Bangkok Motor Show. Having an automatic version of the popular Evora model is a great addition to the portfolio as it complements the current Lotus range perfectly.”
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Asian Debut For The New Evora IPS At The Bangkok Motor Show

IN Evora, Lotus, IPS, Bangkok Motor Show

The Evora IPS (Intelligent Precision Shift) and the Evora Enduro GT concept have made their first appearance in Asia at the 32nd Bangkok Motor Show.


The uncomplicated overall design is accentuated by a number of striking key details, such as the wrap around windscreen and asymmetric sunroof design, the front and rear dot-style LED head and positioning-lamps. This juxtaposition of simple and complex is a common trait of many traditional Korean art and craft. Asian Celadon-style pottery, in particular, was a major influence on the car’s styling – with the pottery’s asymmetric form lending itself to the sunroof design, and the typical jade coloring giving Naimo its unique exterior finish. Kia’s design team also made use of innovative technology features to give the car a premium feel and to ensure the car’s exterior remained uncluttered. For example, Naimo has no traditional wiper blade on the windscreen – instead it employs a high-intensity air jet at the base of the windscreen that performs an ‘air wiper’ function. Conventional door mirrors have also been replaced with miniature cameras installed in the A-pillars.
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Kia Naimo Electric Concept Stars In Seoul

IN Seoul, Motor Show, Kia, Naimo, EV

Making its world premiere at the Seoul Motor Show, the Kia Naimo electric concept car combines Korean heritage with innovative modern features.


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Tyrexpo Asia 2011

IN Tyres, Tyrexpo Asia, 2011, Rims

Held for three consecutive days from 29th to 31st March at the Singapore Expo Centre, Tyrexpo Asia 2011 featured more than 160 exhibitors worldwide in the region's longest established trade event.


Order this C 63 AMG with the AMG performance package and power goes up to 487 hp. Available as an option, this package improves acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h to 4.4 seconds, with technology transferred from the SLS AMG responsible for the increase in output. The optional package also includes a beefier braking system with composite front discs, red painted brake callipers all round, carbon fibre spoiler lip on the boot lid and a steering wheel made from nappa leather and Alcantara.
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Mercedes-Benz Launches The C 63 AMG

IN Mercedes-Benz, C, 63, AMG

Four doors good, two doors better! The new C 63 AMG coupe joins the AMG family of coupes which consists of the CLS 63 AMG and the CL 63 AMG.


In the world where superlatives are easily thrown around, the 9-3 strangely sets out, because it feels like the guy/girl who lives next door. It is not show-off material like its rivals for instance, instead opting for an understated style that has matured nicely with a little bit of mid-life botox injection. Blending just about the right amount of elements to deserve the “sport” in its name and most importantly, it is living proof that being special doesn't mean having to be the best in class.
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Unbroken Progression | The Saab 9-3 Linear 2.0t

IN Saab, 9-3, Linear, 2.0t, Turbo

With Spyker announcing a new 9-3 in 2012, it's about time that we have a look at Saab's venerable sedan and see how far it has evolved.


Based within a lovely Mediterranean locale of the island of Ibiza, exotic cars to drive and the amalgam of Grand Theft Auto and Gran Turismo's playing dynamics, TDU 2 in my opinion does have the makings of a truly enjoyable multiplayer racing game.
The Pit

Test Drive Unlimited 2 | Drive Your Pleasure

IN TDU, Test Drive Unlimited, Namco Bandai

Test Drive Unlimited 2 gives the player the best of both worlds by combining the single player and multi player experiences in a dynamic world of flashy cars and racing.


Under the concept of “Speed and Intelligence,” the EDIFICE line of analog metal watches evokes a sense of velocity and energy with the movement of its hands and a distinctive watch face. With the electronics technology that Casio has developed over many years, the lineup featuring innovative chronographs that measure time in many ways using multiple moving hands and disk-shaped indicators has been created. The EQS-1100DB, released this year, is a high-performance solar-powered analog chronograph that also features a 1/1000-second stopwatch function with a distinctive multi-dimensional design. Red Bull Racing’s Team Principal, Christian Horner said, “We are delighted to continue the partnership between Red Bull Racing and Casio, and to build an even stronger cooperative relationship than last year. We pursue a high level of technology development, innovative ideas, and speed in everything we do. I’m confident that collaborating with a brand that embodies these concepts will bring benefits to both Casio and the Red Bull Racing team.” Red Bull Racing not only has a youthful image and energy, but also strives to achieve the fastest speed for its race cars through outstanding technology development capabilities. It also pursues the strategy of obtaining victory by leveraging the collective wisdom of the team. Casio believes that these qualities are a perfect match for the EDIFICE brand concept, and has been an official partner of Red Bull Racing since 2009. The company is honoured to be able to support the drivers Sebastian Vettel, who is the current world champion, and Mark Webber, and the rest of the Red Bull Racing team, for the third consecutive year.
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Casio Continues Official Partnership With Red Bull Racing

IN Casio, Edifice, Red Bull, F1

Casio Computer Co., Ltd., announced today that it will continue its partnership with the Red Bull Racing Formula One team throughout the 2011 season.


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Stuttgart Auto Triple Celebrations; Donates $250,000 For Needy Students

IN Porsche, 911, Carrera, GTS

Local Porsche dealer sets new sales records, celebrates 25th anniversary as Porsche dealer and unveils the all-new 911 Carrera GTS.


In the real world, both feel equally sprightly on the road. Especially out on the expressway and Orchard Road traffic, where both doesn’t seem to have any issues keeping up with traffic or overtaking.
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Alfa Romeo MiTo Or Citroen DS3? We Revisit The 2006 FIFA World Cup Finals.

IN Alfa Romeo, MiTo, Citroen, DS3, Italy, France

It was 10 July 2006. A moment of madness from Zinedine Zidane sees him head butt Italian defender Marco Materazzi in extra time of the 2006 World Cup Final which cost France the title...


The new TT RS now comes with a seven-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission, as compared to its predecessor that only received six gears. The top speed is still electronically limited to 250km/h, but it takes the coupe 4.3 seconds to do the 0-100km/h sprint, as opposed to 4.6 seconds.
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The Audi TT RS's Seventh Heaven

IN Audi, TT, TT-RS, Coupe, Roadster, TFSI

One extra gear for the TT, one big step for fuel efficiency.



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