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The new S$1.3 million circuit features a 545-metre long track with 11 turns, consisting of a combination of sweeping corners, a hairpin and a chicane near the end of the lap. The 8-metre wide track, currently the widest in Singapore, even has multiple overtaking points that makes for an amazingly fun and safe circuit.
Motorsports

New Karting Track Opening Soon!

IN The Karting Arena, Bukit Timah, Karting, Go-kart, Turf City, Fun karting

Another avenue for karting fans, this time located strategically in Bukit Timah


Handling wise, the Captur feels relatively tight and assuring with predictable body movements despite standing 100 mm taller than the Clio. The steering however, could do with slightly more weight and feel; while it’s God sent for driving around town, when you do want to have a little bit more fun, it seems a little inappropriate.
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Leave The Boring Crowd | Renault Captur dCi

IN Renault, Captur, DCi, Renault Captur dCi, French, Wearnes Automotive

If you want something small and unique for the daily grind, Renault has something for you


A first-of-its-kind in Singapore, the MSC complements the service provided by NTUC Income’s Orange Force, a team of dedicated riders established in 2011 to provide accident-scene assistance. The seamless process and services provided by both are designed to remove as much stress and anxiety as possible for customers as well as motorists involved in accidents with NTUC Income’s policyholders.
Happenings

NTUC Income Unveils Motor Service Centre

IN NTUC Income, NTUC, Motor Service Centre, Orange Eye, Orange Force

Motorists no longer need to liaise with third parties, workshops and other insurers in the event of accidents


Out on the expressway, the Cashcow is surprisingly refined to drive. Nissan’s engineers seemed to have put in lots of effort at keeping the cabin quiet and as vibration-free as possible; at expressway legal cruising speeds, sounds from the engine compartment are hardly audible, you don’t get any transmission shift shocks and wind noise can only be heard past 120 km/h. Very well played, Nissan.
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Bingo! | Nissan Qashqai 1.2 DIG-Turbo

IN Nissan, Qashqai, 1.2 DIG-Turbo, Qashqai 1.2 DIG-Turbo, Turbocharged, Turbo, Tan Chong Motor Sales

Nissan’s compact Qashqai, now with a small 1.2-litre engine, makes the biggest sense for Singaporean drivers


“We are pleased to announce the arrival of the new Cayenne. Offering unrivalled driving pleasure and remarkable comfort, the new Cayenne is even livelier and more agile than ever, with an impressive improvement in fuel efficiency. In the new Cayenne S, the brand-new V6 bi-turbo engine replaces the previous naturally-aspirated V8 yet another example of the Porsche principle of Intelligent Performance that produces the perfect balance of output and efficiency. Built by enthusiasts for enthusiasts, the new Cayenne is an all-rounded sports car that is perfect for those who do not want to compromise or settle for anything less than the best,” said Mr. Karsono Kwee, Executive Chairman of Eurokars Group of Companies.
Happenings

Porsche's Highly Successful SUV Arrives Refreshed

IN Porsche, Cayenne, 2015 Cayenne, 2015, Stuttgart Auto

Key highlights, according to Porsche, includes better fuel efficiency than before, along with impressive driving comfort and greater agility


“We have certainly been pleasantly surprised by the number of visitors to the Singapore Motorshow. Breaking our record for the 2008 show which was held over ten days is a fantastic achievement for everyone involved,” said Glenn Tan, President of the Motor Traders Association of Singapore. “We also made the effort to make this year’s Motorshow more family-oriented by working with our various sponsors and exhibitors to bring in different activities and they have certainly paid off.
Happenings

Singapore Motorshow 2015 Saw More Than 52,000 Visitors

IN Singapore Motorshow 2015, Singapore, SG, Motorshow, 2015, Motorshow 2015

More than 52,000 visitors (children excluded) came to experience more than 150 cars on display at the recently concluded Singapore Motorshow 2015.


The latest version of the 4.4-litre engine at the heart of the X6 xDrive50i increases the predecessor model’s maximum output by 10 percent, to 450 bhp (+43 bhp), yet posts a 22 percent drop in average fuel consumption. The engine’s suite of BMW TwinPower Turbo technology now welcomes Valvetronic variable valve timing alongside its two turbochargers and High Precision Direct Petrol Injection, endowing the eight-cylinder engine with improved responsiveness and pulling power and also giving it extra efficiency.
Happenings

New X6 Arrives In Singapore

IN BMW, X6, XDrive50i, XDrive35i, XDrive30d, BMW X6, BMW Asia, Performance Motors

Second generation controversial X6 gets a new mature face and a host of improvements


Every customer gets personalised one-to-one attention from a member of a Volkswagen Exclusive sales team, from the initial greeting to the specially tailored car delivery ceremony.
Happenings

Volkswagen Singapore's New Sales Program

IN Volkswagen, VW, Volkswagen Exclusive, VeeDub, Volkswagen Singapore

Customers to have more personal attention at Volkswagen Exclusive


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.
Happenings

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


Developing 572 bhp and 700Nm of torque, together with a 100 kg weight reduction and shorter gearing, the Continental GT3-R is the fastest-accelerating Bentley ever. Capable of reaching 100 km/h from a standstill in just 3.8 seconds, the GT3-R is a Grand Tourer with the performance of a racer.
Happenings

Bentley's Continental GT3-R Debuts In Singapore

IN Bentley, Continental, GT3-R, Continental GT3-R, Wearnes Automotive

The rarest and most dynamic Continental is limited to just 300 examples to guaranteed exclusivity


The first man in Singapore to receive the BMW i8 is Mr. Alan Lim, Managing Director, from Chuan Lim Construction Pte Ltd. During the delivery ceremony, Mr. Lim expressed his excitement in becoming the first person in Singapore to own a BMW i8. “I am elated to be the first to collect the new BMW i8 here in Singapore. I have been waiting for this remarkable vehicle to arrive after having read about the wonders and specifications of this electric car. This amazing BMW i8 is a gift to my wife”, he said.
Happenings

First BMW i8 In Singapore Delivered To Owner

IN BMW, I8, BMW i8, Sports Car, Plug-in hybrid, BMW Asia, Performance Motors Ltd

Mr Alan Lim is the first to take delivery of BMW's i8 plug-in hybrid sports car


The circuit opens its doors to the public for the first time today (12th November). For more information, head to the KF1 website at www.kf1karting.com. In the meantime, stay tuned for an upcoming feature where we tell you what it’s like to race on the new track!
Motorsports

KF1 Karting Circuit opens for business!

IN Motorsports, Karting, Go-kart, Singapore circuit, Track

Brand new track in Kranji a major boost to Singapore’s flagging motorsports scene.


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.
Happenings

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


This means the Boxster GTS now has an output of 330 bhp while the Cayman GTS delivers 340 bhp. Nominal torque has also been increased, with 370 Nm available from 4,500 rpm to 5,800 rpm for the Boxster GTS and 380 Nm from 4,750 rpm to 5,800 rpm for the Cayman GTS. This boost in performance also drives the power-to-weight ratio of the Cayman GTS below the four kg per hp barrier; the Boxster GTS is also close to this barrier.
Happenings

Boxster GTS And Cayman GTS Order Books Open

IN Porsche, GTS, Boxster GTS, Cayman GTS, Boxster, Cayman, Mid-engine, PDK, Porsche Centre Singapore

Stronger, faster, more dynamic - new top models of Porsche's two-seaters arrives


The new NX is available in two model variants, the 2.5-litre NX Hybrid and the 2.0-litre NX Turbo; the latter is Lexus’ first-ever turbocharged offering, and will only be introduced in the first quarter of 2015.
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Bold Lexus NX SUV Launched Locally; Turbo Model To Arrive In 2015

IN Lexus, Borneo Motors, Hybrid, NX, NX Hybrid, Borneo Motors

Widening Lexus’ offerings in the Luxury SUV segment, the Lexus NX makes its Singapore debut, unveiled to guests and media partners at the KF1 Karting Circuit


This is the first time a Swiss watch brand has brought in a giant display of a commercially viable spacecraft that will take consumers to space. Since 1989, Luminox has built up a global cult following for its Sea, Air and Land Swiss-made adventure watches for the world’s most elite military and law enforcement professionals, including the US Navy SEALS, the US Air Force, the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), CIA (Central Intelligence Agency), LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department), amongst others.
Happenings

Luminox Concludes Space Roadshow

IN Luminox, Luminox Space Roadshow, Lynx Mark II, XCOR, Crystal Time

Space roadshow promoting once-in-a-lifetime flight into space


Volvo will provide SCMS 2014 with a fleet of its best-selling models — the dynamic Volvo S60 sports sedan and 7-seater XC90 luxury SUV — which will be deployed as the VIP and official vehicles during race day on Sunday, 7th December. The SCMS 2014 branded Volvo cars will also be highly visible in the build-up to race day with a number of activations set to aid runners as they train towards the nation’s biggest running event of the year.
Happenings

Volvo Is Official Car Of This Year's Standard Chartered Marathon

IN Volvo, XC90, XC, S60, SUV, Sedan, 2014 Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore, 2014 SCMS, SCMS

Volvo returns to annual event as official car; big discounts offered for those keen on purchasing cars in the fleet, post race


It features a 5.2-litre V10 engine with 610 hp, reaches a top speed of over 325 km/h, and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds. The power generated by the ten-cylinder is delivered to the road via the new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission “Lamborghini Doppia Frizione” (LDF) and an all-wheel drive that also features a new hydraulic multi-plate clutch. Three different driving modes, spanning from road to race track, can be selected using a drive select switch in the steering wheel. The system is called ANIMA —  Adaptive  Network  Intelligent Management - and impacts the engine, transmission, all-wheel drive and the ESC handling system as well as other dynamic systems.
Happenings

Huracan LP610-4 Finally Launched In Singapore

IN Lamborghni, Lambo, Huracan, Huracan LP610-4, Gallardo, Lamborghini Singapore, EuroSports Auto,

Gallardo replacement made its official Singapore debut; highlights include new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, Lamborghini Doppia Frizione (LDF)


With up to 374 bhp of power and the ability to complete the century sprint in 4.9 seconds, there is no doubting its power. Jaguar owners experienced first-hand true Jaguar sports car performance as well as the highly addictive growls, snarls and exhaust back firings of the F-Type Coupé.
Happenings

Jaguar Owner Appreciation Night

IN Jaguar, Wearnes Automotive, F-Type Coupe, XJ, C-X17, Glenfiddich, Jive Talkin’

Close to 200 Jaguar owners and guests turned up for the first-ever Owner Appreciation Night on Thursday, 21 August 2014.


However when it came my turn to drive, things changed. While I attempted to drive in Eco mode for roughly 10 kilometers or so, the straight and open road was too tempting. Next I knew, SKM 3477 P was driven in Dynamic, gears were shifted via the paddle-shifter and the fastest lane was where I stayed until the Sungai Besi toll.
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The Audi A3 Fuel Efficiency Drive

IN Audi, A3, A3 Sedan, Sedan, Premium Automobiles, Audi Singapore

The task at hand was to drive the 122 bhp A3 Sedan to KL and back on just one tank — the end was an interesting twist though…



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