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Speaking about the record which he set, using the standard front-wheel-drive production estate with manual transmission and Performance Pack, Spanish racing driver and Seat brand ambassador Jordi Gené, said, “It was an indescribable feeling to get the best out of this car and to be the first to achieve this record.” The sports tourer benefits significantly from the Limited Front Slip Differential (VAQ) of the Seat Leon Cupra 280 and the six-speed manual gearbox.
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It's Official: Seat Has The Fastest Estate!

IN Seat, Leon, Leon ST, Cupra, Cupra 280, Seat Leon ST Cupra 280, Nurburgring, 'Ring.

The Seat Leon ST Cupra 280 lapped the Nurburgring in 7:58.12


The all-new Discovery Sport is the first member of the new Discovery family.
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New Discovery Sport Enters Town

IN Land Rover, Discovery Sport, Discovery, Sport, Wearnes Automotive, Jaguar Land Rover

Wearnes Automotive officially launches the all-new Discovery Sport at the Land Rover Showroom today


The intricately designed dihedral doors, a McLaren design signature since the iconic F1, possess a three dimensional form including a ‘floating’ door tendon which houses a discreet door button. This unique feature divides the airflow, channelling it into the side intakes and underneath the flying buttresses. This architectural structure ensures drag is minimised along the profile of the 570S, while also optimising levels of cooling and downforce.
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New McLaren 570S Finally Debuts

IN McLaren, Mac, 570S, 570S Coupe, Sports Series, New York International Auto Show, NY

After teasing for months, McLaren reveals its first model in their 'Sports Series', the 570S Coupé


The German brand had a brief stint in Singapore back in the 1990s; this time around however, it is set to stay as a service centre has also been set up, located at 30 Teban Gardens Crescent.
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Ruf Opens Singapore Showroom

IN Ruf, RUF, Ruf Automobile GmbH, Specialised Automobiles, 3800S, CTR3 Clubsport

Appointed dealer, Specialised Automobiles, offering three Ruf models for buyers looking for a unique German sportscar


A pure McLaren, offering class-leading levels of performance, coupled with optimised handling characteristics and driving dynamics, the 570S Coupé marks the first time McLaren has offered its pioneering and race-derived technologies in the sports car segment.  In line with the naming convention begun with the 650S, the number 570 gives away the power output of this first McLaren Sports Series model: 570PS (562 bhp).Further details and images of the McLaren 570S Coupé will be announced next week ahead of the global reveal which will take place at the McLaren Automotive press conference in New York.
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McLaren To Launch 570S Coupe In NY

IN McLaren, Mac, 570S, 570S Coupe, New York International Auto Show, NY

… and here's a little preview first.


Well there are other family hatchbacks available out there you can park your money at, namely the Ford Focus, Mazda 3, Opel Astra, Renault Megane, Chevrolet Cruze, Toyota Auris and BMW 116i even. Heck if you want something unconventional, you could even consider the new 5-door Mini. But Singaporeans have spoken and their choice, it seems, is still the Golf; like how the Corolla Altis is the ultimate choice if you’re looking for a family sedan.
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A Hole In One? | Peugeot 308 1.2 Allure

IN Peugeot, Pug, 308, 2015 Peugeot 308, Petrol, 308 Allure, What The Pug Say, 1.2 Turbo, Turbocharged

Peugeot’s Golf competitor arrives in its latest guise with one aim only – to take the crown as the best family hatchback


The T-GDi’s single-scroll turbocharger is paired with an electric waste-gate motor, which improves the turbocharger’s performance with a highly efficient air scavenging strategy. As well as scavenging clean air for the engine to re-use for combustion, it is able to open the waste-gate at the same time to improve waste air flow. This innovative system allows for greater low-end torque, more immediate engine response from any throttle position, and improved fuel economy under higher engine loads.In the Kia cee’d GT Line, the engine’s maximum 172 Nm torque is available across a wide 1,500-4,100 rpm range, with maximum power arriving at 6,000 rpm. The engine is also fitted with an integrated exhaust manifold, which lowers the exhaust gas temperature slightly. As well as improving high speed, high load fuel economy, lower temperatures also result in cleaner emissions by allowing the catalytic converter to operate more effectively.
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Meet Kia's 1.0-litre Turbocharged Engine

IN Kia, Turbocharged, 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, Namyang R&D, Cee'd, T-GDi, Kappa

Kia's all new engine developed at the brand's Namyang R&D centre


The Cayman GT4 is powered by a mid-mounted, 3.8-litre flat-six engine with 385 hp (283 kW) produced at 7,400 rpm, which is derived from the 911 Carrera S engine. Its power is transmitted by a standard six-speed manual gearbox with dynamic gearbox mounts - there is no PDK transmission option, which should be good news to purists. This translates to a 0-100 km/h time of 4.4 seconds; top speed is 295 km/h. The car\'s NEDC fuel consumption is 9.7 km/L, equivalent to 238 g/km CO2.
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Porsche Surprises With New Cayman GT4

IN Porsche, Cayman, GT, GT4, Cayman GT4, Porsche Cayman GT4, Mid-engined

In an unexpected twist, Porsche surprises everyone with the new Cayman GT4; queue starts here


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Bag Of Surprise | BMW 435i Gran Coupe M-Sport

IN BMW, 4 Series, 4 Series Gran Coupe, 4 er, 435i, Beemer, BMW Asia, Performance Motors Limited

BMW is filling every possible segment they could - this Gran Coupe is really worth a closer look


For the UK, the ST Cupra’s 2.0 TSI engine with dual injection and variable camshaft timing will be tuned to 280 bhp. The Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC), front differential lock, progressive steering, Cupra Drive Profile and standard-fit full-LED headlights are further examples of its state-of-the-art technologies. Making it even more intriguing is the availability of the ‘Sub8 Performance Pack’ on ST Cupra - the optional pack includes larger Brembo brake callipers, specially-designed 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels in either black or orange and body-coloured side skirts. Not forgetting semi-slick Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres.
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Meet Seat's First Performance Estate!

IN Seat, Leon, ST Cupra 280, Leon ST Cupra 280,

Seat's Leon ST Cupra 280 promises both practicality and fun - we think it's crazy sexy and want one!


Aston Martin Racing competes at the highest level of GT racing, including a works team in the FIA World Endurance Championship, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Nürburgring 24 Hours; and works-supported entries in Blancpain GT Series and other major GT races. With its full range of GT racing cars ranging from the V8 Vantage GT4 – its entry-level race car aimed at those starting out in a GT career – through to the V12 Vantage GT3 and the V8 Vantage GTE, there is a clear progression path for drivers of any age looking to begin or develop their racing career.To apply for a place in the Evolution Academy, or to receive more information, contact Andrew Williamson on +44 (0)1295 754276, awilliamson@astonmartinracing.com or Warren Jones on
 +44 (0)1295 754165, wjones@astonmartinracing.com
Motorsports

Want To Be An Aston Martin Racer?

IN Aston Martin, Aston Martin Racing, Racing, Evolution Academy, Works Driver

Aston Martin Racing is launching a young driver programme, the Evolution Academy, which offers a coveted 2016 Aston Martin Racing works driver contract to the most successful participant of the season


The car we shall talk about today is the Panamera S e-hybrid. Then again, some of you avid Burnpavement readers may question why on earth we’re reviewing a hybrid Panamera again, because we’ve done it before.
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Electro Magneto | Porsche Panamera S e-hybrid

IN Porsche, Panamera, E-hybrid, Porsche Panamera e-hybrid, Hybrid

A revised version of Panamera’s tree hugger silently made its way here


Coming in the first half of 2015 will be the new A7 Sportback and TT Coupe. The A7 Sportback gets an even more powerful engine and transmission, on top of new headlights, tail lights and infotainment systems. The third generation TT, Audi's compact sports car, promises to captivate local buyers with is new design and dynamics. Among the innovative technology employed here includes the Audi virtual cockpit.
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New Audi Models Landing In Singapore Next Year

IN Audi, 2015 range, A1, A6, A7, TT, TTS Roadster, Sportback, Q3

Audi aiming to set new standards in 2015 with a grand plan of launching a new range of cars


The Sylhpy though… Well, to be honest it's a decent family car. Problem is, it has no character; and quite frankly, the German Jetta overshadowed it.
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The Nissan Man Can | Nissan Sylphy SSS DIG-T

IN Nissan, Sylphy, SSS, DIG-T, Nissan Sylphy SSS, Turbo, Turbocharged, Tan Chong Motor Sales

Nissan has decided to add some fun into their otherwise humdrum Sylphy family men mobile – but is it just a vain effort?


With every $50 gross petrol purchase, customers will be entitled to participate in Caltex’s Everyday Winners promotion, offering customers the opportunity to win fuel vouchers, Star Mart vouchers, and be in the running for the grand prize of LG’s newest 55-inch Curved Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Television set.Every $50 gross petrol purchase entitles customers to one sure-win ‘Everyday Winners Scratch Card’. Customers will be able to scratch and win either a $1 fuel voucher, $2 fuel voucher or a $1 Star Mart voucher (valid with a minimum spend of $10 on Star Mart items), redeemable during their next purchase.Every $50 gross petrol purchase also entitles customers to a lucky draw chance, and the opportunity to be one of three lucky winners to drive away with the grand prize of LG’s newest 55-inch Curved OLED Television set. The Grand Draw will be held on 11 December 2014, and three lucky Caltex customers will be able to add LG’s newest technology to their home.
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Scratch And Win At Caltex Everyday!

IN Caltex, Chevron, Caltex petrols, Caltex Singapore, Scratch & Win

Caltex Singapore rewards its customers with a new sure-win promotion and the chance to be one of three lucky winners to drive away with LG’s newest 55-inch Curved OLED TV


Numbers you don’t normally associate with an SUV.
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Push It Real Good | Porsche Macan Turbo

IN Porsche, Macan, Turbo, Porsche Macan Turbo, Stuttgart, Porsche Centre Singapore

The highly successful Cayenne’s younger sibling gets the turbo treatment – big question here is whether it’s worth the premium over the Macan S


The runner-up’s spot and third place in the drivers’ championship were secured by Audi as well. The two-time DTM champion Mattias Ekström in the Red Bull Audi RS 5 DTM of Audi Sport Team Abt Sportsline celebrated his second victory in succession and finished the season as the runner-up. Last year’s champion Mike Rockenfeller in the Schaeffler Audi RS 5 DTM of Audi Sport Team Phoenix on clinching second place advanced to third place in the drivers’ standings. Jamie Green in the Hoffmann Group Audi RS 5 DTM of Audi Sport Team Rosberg in third place made for drivers from all three Audi Sport Teams mounting the podium in the season finale. 
Motorsports

Audi Is Best Manufacturer In 2014 DTM

IN Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Hockenheim, DTM, Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters

Audi beats BMW and Mercedes-Benz in the manufacturers’ championship


Audi believes that piloted driving is one of the most important development fields - the first successful developments were achieved ten years ago. The latest test runs at the physical limit are providing the Audi engineers with insights for the development of automatic avoidance functions in critical driving situations, for example.
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RS 7 Completes A Lap… Without A Driver

IN Audi, RS 7, RS, Audi RS 7, Hockenheim, DTM, Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters

At the DTM season finale, the Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept completed a lap on the Grand Prix track in Hockenheim at racing speed, without a driver.


And it now feels friskier to drive, more apparent if you’re the sort who enjoys participating in traffic light grand prix. Floor the accelerator and you can feel the XC60 pulling away without much hesitance, despite the fact it still weighs in close to a hefty 1.8-tonne. It does the 0-100 km/h sprint in 7.2 seconds, which is good enough to keep up with sports sedans whose drivers would normally think lesser of SUVs. (“How on earth can that tank keep up with me? No way! Hahaha. Wait, what? How come it’s inching closer… and… passing me?!”)
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Trusty Swede | Volvo XC60 T5 Drive-E

IN Volvo, XC60, T5, Drive-E, Volvo XC60, SUV, Wearnes Automotive

If you’re looking for a trusty and solid SUV, look no further than Volvo’s updated XC60.


The chic and colourful three and four-wheelers are set to prove how clean and easy urban motoring can be by taking part in a major pilot programme in the French city of Grenoble. Toyota is a key partner in the three-year low-carbon car sharing scheme, which is expected to transform the way people plan and make local journeys.
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Toyota's Ultra-Compact Electric Vehicle: The i-Road and COMS

IN Toyota, I-ROAD, COMS, Ultra-compact, Electric vehicles, France, Grenoble, Ha:Mo, Cite Lib

Toyota is ready to bring nimble, zero-emissions motoring to Europe’s crowded city centres with a fleet of its i-ROAD and COMS ultra-compact electric vehicles.



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