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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.
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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


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!


Now bear with me - a mere mortal like me can never own one even if I flash a bag of real cash to McLaren, as all 375 limited units that were produced were already spoken for. Maybe, just maybe, with the help of a certain Mr Lim, I could get unit number 376. But then again, maybe not; as it's a left hand drive, it would be too troublesome to fly to and from Europe when you feel like just having a blast. Or maybe if I’d be ‘bros’ with the said royalty, he would let me park mine in his garage. And I would only drive 200 kilometers in it a year as I want to keep it in the most immaculate condition. My preciousssss…
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Refresh Page | McLaren 650S

IN McLaren, 650s, 12C, McLaren 650S, Wearnes Automotive

The 650S is probably known as a 12C with a new face, but we realized the difference between the two are beyond skin deep; really deep…


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 Nurburgring 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


This thing is fast, fast and fast everywhere it goes and better still, you don’t have to give the accelerator a full-on stomp just to catapult you to the next junction. But if you were to work that right foot, just get ready to see yourself pushed hard into the seat as your eyeballs go backwards, see your own brains, and then go back into its original position; at the same time, enjoy the sight of lesser hatches and so-called performance sedans trying very, very hard to catch up. There’s just so much go in this car, ‘aggressive’ would be an understatement; perhaps the word aggressivestest would be more apt…
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Who Cares What This Is | Mercedes-Benz GLA45 AMG

IN Mercedes-Benz, GLA, GLA45 AMG, Mercedes, Cycle & Carriage Industries

The niche segment filler from Mercedes gets hyper this time around but the question now is, who would want one?


Ok, let’s move on. The NX 300h looks rather radical compared to its peers in the segment though. There are bold lines, stunning creases, stylish head and rear lights; a lot of work went into designing the exterior itself. That front face with the highly detailed bumper finished with a one-piece spindle grille, looks ready to swallow anything in its way. The only downside are those wheels that still look undersized and out of place on the car. Oh, those are 18-inch mind you.
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Silent Night | Lexus NX 300h

IN Lexus, NX, 300h, Hybrid, Lexus NX300h, Borneo Motors

Lexus enters the German-dominated segment with its fresh offering, but beneath all that fancy sheetmetal, is there any real substance?


With that, the Q50 has 208 bhp and 350 Nm of torque available from 3,500 rpm, and takes only 7.2 seconds to go from zero to 100 km/h; top speed is rated at 245 km/h.
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The Monument Man | Infiniti Q50 2.0T

IN Infiniti, Q50, 2.0t, Q50 2.0t, Wearnes Automotive

It’s a monumental task for Infiniti’s compact executive who has to face BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Lexus in this very challenging segment


And for the lucky ones who are fortunate enough to be able to afford one, they would surely attest to the car’s reliability; this is on top of just how lovely this German coupe is to drive, be it on a wide and open stretch or tight, twisty roads. Due to those traits, the 911 had also been awarded countless of times.Even for yours truly here, the Porsche 911 is a dream car for him. In fact, being able to experience the 996 and 991 generation 911 models before this was a great privilege; so much so, the day to strike it big at the local lottery is being highly anticipated.
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The Porsche 911 Experience

IN Porsche, 911, 991, GT3, Turbo, Turbo S, 911 GT3, 911 Turbo S, Carrera, Carrera 4S Cabriolet, Porsche Centre Singapore

We drove some of Porsche’s finest around the Sepang International Circuit, after months of admiring it from photos


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


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


But when you actually do get behind the wheel of one, it drives surprisingly well.
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Meat Loaf | Suzuki Solio

IN Suzuki, Solio, Suzuki Solio, 1.2-litre, Champion Motors

It’s no high-performance car whatsoever, but this little Suzuki still impresses in many other ways


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 fourth high-performance compact car from Mercedes-AMG adopts the same philosophy as the successful CLS 63 AMG Shooting Brake by taking the form of a sports car with five seats and a large tailgate.
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Daddy Cool: The CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake

IN Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes, CLA, Shooting Brake, CLA Shooting Brake, AMG, CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake, 2015

Following on from the successful A 45 AMG, CLA 45 AMG and GLA 45 AMG models, the Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG Shooting Brake is now the fourth high-performance compact car to be brought out


The event was viewed live around the world on YouTube as well as by approximately 10,000 fans gathered in the Dubai Downtown area, overlooking the Dubai Fountain and Burj Khalifa. “Today we planted the Ford flag in the Middle East & Africa, an exciting, vibrant region that represents the final frontier for growth in the auto industry,” Bill Ford said. “We also sent a message to the world that Mustang is going global after 50 years as America’s greatest motoring icon.”
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Mustang Unveiled At The Burj Khalifa

IN Ford, Mustang, Ford Mustang, Burj Khalifa, Dubai

With industry sales in Middle East and Africa expected to grow by 40 percent to 5.5 million by 2020, Bill Ford inaugurate Ford's latest business unit


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.
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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 Cayenne GTS develops 440 hp and has an even sportier tuned PASM chassis, with a ride height lowered by 24 millimetres providing a further boost to driving performance.
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Porsche Unveils Three Novel Models

IN Porsche, GTS, 911, Cayenne, Panamera, 991, 911 Carrera GTS, Cayenne GTS, Panamera Exclusive Series

The sports car manufacturer presented two new GTS models - the 911 Carrera GTS and the Cayenne GTS - at the Porsche press conference in the Petree Hall of the Convention Center


The turbo engine of the Golf R Variant provides up to 380 Nm torque via a standard 6-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) to the permanent 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Distribution of the drive power over all four wheels guarantees maximum traction, performance and active safety.
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Wagon'd R - A Golf R In Wagon Form!

IN Volkswagen, Golf, R, Golf R, Golf R Variant, Wagon, LA Auto Show 2014, Veedub

Volkswagen presented the 296 bhp Golf R as a station wagon at the LA Auto Show


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.
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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


What I’m talking about, of course is kart racing. Not just any old kart race mind you, but one of the first races to be held at the new KF1 Karting Circuit. Yup, 72 crazy sods, including yours truly, had an opportunity to race on the new track a whole week before its grand opening! Call us pioneers, testers, guinea pigs, whatever; what better way to break in a new track than through the crucible of motorsport?
Motorsports

The Karting Edge | Racing the KF1 Kart Circuit

IN Karting, KF1, Racing, Competition

We all know you’re supposed to be gentle on a new car for its running-in period. But what about a new racetrack? Let Burnpavement be your guide to the KF1 Karting Circuit! (With onboard video below)


On a Saturday night and when you have the urge to play Lewis Hamilton, the C250 remains capable. It thrusts forward with dignity, it overtakes on the expressway without feeling breathless and in a slalom we created, it changes directions in an assuring manner.
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I C What You Did There | Mercedes-Benz C250 AMG Line

IN Mercedes, Mercedes-Benz, C-Class, C250, AMG Line

The main question here: Is it any better than the 328i and A4 2.0 TFSI?



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