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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


And to make it an even sweeter deal, Volkswagen Singapore has also introduced class-leading warranty and service packages: All models now come with a 5 year/200,000 km (whichever comes first) warranty and, for the launch period, free servicing for up to 5 years and 100,000 km.
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More German Choices For Business Owners

IN Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, VW, Veedub, Volkswagen Centre Singapore, Caddy, Caddy Maxi, Transporter

Volkswagen revamps its commercial vehicle line-up for the local market


The name of the 625C refers to the power output of the highly efficient derivative of the 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 powerplant — 625PS (616bhp). ‘C’ stands for ‘Club’, highlighting a more accessible and less extreme model in terms of character. However, the McLaren 625C enjoys a number of the technical advances already debuted on the McLaren 650S.With a power output of 616 bhp, enhancements have been made to driveability and efficiency with engine torque of 610 Nm. Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h takes just 3.1 seconds, while 200 km/h is reached in 8.8 seconds for the Coupé. Despite the lower power of the 625C, maximum speed mirrors that of the 650S, at 333 km/h (329 km/h for Spider), and CO2 emissions remain the same, at 275 g/km.
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650S-based 625C For Asian Market

IN McLaren, 625C, McLaren 625C, 650S, McLaren 650S, McLaren Automotive

A new more refined and more accessible McLaren 625C created for the increasingly important Asian market; Coupe and Spider models available from launch


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Mulsanne Speed: World's Fastest Road Barge

IN Bentley, Mulsanne, Mulsanne Speed, Speed, Flagship, Bentley flagship, Crewe

New Bentley flagship offering pinnacle of luxury and performance: 6¾‑litre V8 engine advanced to deliver 1,100 Nm of torque and 13% more efficiency, with new sports suspension and steering


This concept of front mid-engine and transmission in transaxle configuration makes for a beneficial weight distribution of 47 to 53 percent between the front and rear axle. In conjunction with the vehicle's low centre of gravity, this translates into extremely agile handling and permits high cornering speeds. With a power-to-weight ratio of 3.3 kg per hp, the Mercedes-AMG GT self-confidently lines up alongside the very best in its segment. The sports car also sets a new benchmark figure for fuel economy: fuel consumption of 10.8 km/L (combined).
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Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: 0-100 km/h In Less 4 Seconds!

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, AMG GT, Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, AMG

An all-new aluminium chassis sports car developed entirely in-house by AMG and available in two variants offering 462 bhp and 510 bhp; here are some facts.


The BMW 2 Series Convertible will be available with a choice of four engines, including a new 2.0-litre diesel for the 220d and, for the first time in a BMW convertible, an M Performance variant, the M235i. Fuel economy improvements over the previous model average 18 per cent. The 2 Series Convertible also brings significant improvements in passenger space and access, acoustic comfort, style, dynamism and equipment, while the ConnectedDrive services for the first time include wireless updating of navigation data.
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Meet BMW's New 2 Series Convertible

IN BMW, 2 Series, BMW 2 Series Convertible, Convertible, 220i, 228i, M235i, 220d

You have to wait for the first half of 2015 to get one though; Sport, Luxury and M Sport trim levels will be made available to broaden appeal


During the course of the four-day weekend trip, participants will be enrolled in the first two levels of the Porsche Sport Driving School, namely the Precision and Precision Plus levels. With a strong belief that the best place to hone one’s driving skills is not in the classroom but directly behind the wheel, the Porsche Sport Driving School limits its theory classes and instead allocates the majority of its course time to practical driving lessons.
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Mount Cotton Porsche Driving School This November!

IN Porsche, Porsche Sport Driving School, 2014 Porsche Driving Experience, Mount Cotton, Stuttgart Auto Pte Ltd

Experience 14 Porsche models and the all-new Macan Turbo at the 2014 Porsche Driving Experience at Porsche Sport Driving School, Mount Cotton, Brisbane Australia


Fortunately, the list price of the Jetta Highline is not too lofty. At $126,300 with COE, it sounds like pretty good value to us, considering the fact that it is also one of the safest cars in its class with six airbags and Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), contributing to its five-star rating by Euro NCAP. Want one? The Jetta Highline will be soaring into VW showrooms from the 6th of September 2014.
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Volkswagen Jetta Highline Soars In

IN Volkswagen, Jetta, Highline, DSG, TSI, ESP, VW

Volkswagen freshens up the Jetta with a 'higher' trim level.


With a carbon monocoque for a weight of less than 1,100 kg and an engine developing over 500 hp, it is able to reach a top speed of over 300 kph. From 2015, Renaultsport R.S. 01 will be one of the stars of World Series by Renault in a new championship, the Renaultsport Trophy, a springboard for the professional GT and Endurance championships.
Motorsports

Renaultsport R.S. 01 - 500 bhp, Carbon Monocoque

IN Renault, Renaultsport, R.S., R.S. 01, World Series,

Built in accordance to LMP1 2014 standards, it will compete in a new one-make RenaultSport trophy championship in the World Series from next year


Around the same time, legendary Lotus designer Colin Chapman was creating Grand Prix history of his own, embodied in Singapore this year by a Lotus 72 — the beautiful wedge-shaped racing car that was a dominant force in the first half of the seventies, winning no fewer than 20 World Championship Grands Prix.
Motorsports

Historic F1 Cars Coming To Singapore

IN Formula 1, F1, Formula One, Singapore, Singapore GP, Marina Bay Street Circuit, FIA Masters Historic Formula One Championship, Masters HGP

In addition to the latest breed of Formula One cars on track, die-hard fans can also look forward to reliving some of the greatest moments of yesteryear


Handling wise, there is no surprise that the M235i possesses an exceptionally high level of grip — even more than the slightly tweaked M135i I reviewed before. You could feel the traction control holding the car together as you attack tightening corners (read: Tampines Avenue 5 into PIE, Xilin Avenue into ECP, Bedok South Avenue 1 into ECP), and that adds an extra sense of confidence; this is complimented further by the positive and meaty steering even nearing the limits. And oh, credit should also be given to the low-profile 225/30 R-19 front and 245/30 R-19 rear Pirelli P Zero rubbers fitted.
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235-35-35, Special Delivery | BMW M235i

IN BMW, M, M235i, Coupe, 2 Series, Munich Automobiles, Pizza Hut

It is properly fast; Pizza Hut should perhaps invest in a fleet for super speedy delivery service


The front bumper has been completely redesigned and features a larger air intake, additional air inlets ahead of the wheel arch and new LED daytime running lights. Other updates include the introduction of black headlamp bezels, special red Nismo trim at the base of the bumper, redesigned side sill and door mirror and special Nismo badging. The revised 370Z Nismo also features new 19-inch Rays alloy wheels finished in black and silver.
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Meet The 370Z Nismo...

IN Nissan, 370Z, Nismo, 370Z Nismo, Rays

New 370Z Nismo features a host of design and engineering updates, including improved refinement, seating and equipment levels


The Huracán Super Trofeo adopts the direct-injected V10 engine from the road car, delivering 620 horsepower in race trim, and a rear-drive set-up meant to accelerate the series racers’ transition into GT racing. The vehicle weighs an ultra-light 1,270 kg, attributed to the hybrid carbon fiber/aluminum chassis and strict motorsports weight reduction.
Motorsports

Global Debut: Huracan LP 620-2 Super Trofeo

IN Lamborghini, Huracan, LP620-2, Lambo, Huracan Super Trofeo, 2015 Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo

Automobili Lamborghini unveiled its next-generation motorsports machine: the new Huracán LP 620-2 Super Trofeo.


To achieve the FT-1’s advanced-looking, intricately detailed interior, Toyota’s CALTY design team in California compared leather thicknesses, grain sizes and textures to find the perfect combination. Raised metal mesh provides ventilation for the seats, while also lending a more textural, bold effect that compliments the cabin’s metal accents. An embossed pattern on the instrument panel leather creates a 3-D, technical look.
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Toyota FT-1: A Car Fit For Superheroes

IN Toyota, FT-1, Future Toyota, Sports Car, Concept, Toyota FT-1

New version of Toyota FT-1 sports car concept unveiled, featuring new graphite paintwork; interior inspired by modern superhero movie posters


Following the success of the Audi A8 limousine shuttle service held at the end of last year, Audi Singapore and Premium Automobiles, its exclusive partner, continue to surprise and delight Audi car owners. Customers, selected at random, were presented with an exclusive Audi Sport Service Shuttle experience when they brought their Audi vehicles for servicing at the Audi Aftersales facilities located at 55 Ubi Road 1.
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Customers Surprised With Audi Sport Service Shuttle

IN Audi, Audi Singapore, Audi R8, R8 V10, Audi Sport Service Shuttle

A follow up to the limo shuttle service and other initiatives rolled out in recent years, the surprise is Audi's commitment to 'customer delight'.


Those set of big brakes on the X5 M50d sure works brilliantly; there were several instances while going way past the highway-legal speeds, where I was cut off by slower traffic on the fastest lane. Without fail, it managed to slow the car down every single time. Plus due to the stiffer suspension system, it does not nosedive rudely to make you look silly like a nervous amateur racer on his debut…
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A Different Kind of Vitamin | BMW X5 M50d

IN BMW, M, X5 M50d, X5, Diesel, Munich Automobiles, SUV

While there is no denying this is no full-blown M X5, the tri-turbo’d SUV offers the best of both worlds


Although the second-generation Cayenne remains highly sought after, Porsche was not contented. They knew that a smaller, cheaper SUV model would provide more appeal for the brand. Tadaa… Meet the Macan.
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Making A Case | Porsche Macan S

IN Porsche, Macan, Porsche Macan, Macan S, Eurokars Group, Porsche Centre Singapore, Stuttgart Auto Pte Ltd

Porsche’s Cayenne is a big seller in Singapore; it looks like the new Macan - particularly the Macan S - is set to follow suit


On the outside, the CLA45 looks pretty much like a Sport-kitted CLA. Which is, erm, not good. I expected flared arches and a fatter bodykit, but no. Put them side by side, and you would probably be very hard-pressed to tell the difference between a CLA45 AMG and a Sport-kitted CLA200 with AMG-styled wheels. Perhaps they are saving the more aggressive look for the Black Series? Whatever the case, your $300K is not getting you a very different looking CLA.
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Rocket Sedan | Mercedes-Benz CLA45 AMG

IN Mercedes-Benz, CLA, AMG, Daimler, CLA45

The stylish CLA45 AMG is the fastest compact sedan around. It's even got the luxury branding of a Mercedes-Benz. Unfortunately, the price is also rather 'luxurious'.


“Today we celebrate the premiere of a truly remarkable sports car, the Porsche Macan. Designed with easy and yet powerful agility in mind, the Macan’s impressively lithe and striking silhouette and vibrant lines live up to Porsche’s racing heritage
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Macan Arrives In Singapore, 23 Owners Take Delivery

IN Porsche, Macan, Porsche Macan, Macan S, Macan Turbo, Macan S Diesel, Eurokars Group, Porsche Centre Singapore, Stuttgart Auto Pte Ltd

The Macan, which Porsche proudly describes as 'the first sports car in the compact SUV segment' was officially launched yesterday at a grand affair


Despite still being in just its debut year, the Conti GT3 has already proven to be a race winner (on home turf no less) at the Silverstone round of the Blancpain Endurance Series — the brand’s first UK race in 84 years. To celebrate, Bentley has announced a sharper, gruntier model, “inspired” by the racer — the GT3-R. Only 300 will be produced, hand-built and then finished by the boys at Bentley’s Motorsport division.
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Bentley’s Belting Brawler

IN Bentley, Motorsport, Continental, GT, V8, GT3-R, GT3, Race

Previously taken up only by Porsche, the GT3 moniker now gets applied to Crewe’s most hardcore model ever.



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