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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars presented four magnificent ‘Year of the Dragon’ Bespoke commissions to mark the Lunar New Year, which begins on 10 February 2024. Designed and hand-crafted at the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood, these Bespoke creations - three Phantom Extended models and one Cullinan - are a celebration of Chinese culture through Bespoke artistry.
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Rolls-Royce Year of the Dragon Bespoke Commissions

IN Bespoke, Chinese culture, Commissions, Rolls out, Rolls-royce, Their artisanry, To celebrate, Worldwide, Year of the Dragon

Rolls-Royce rolls out their artisanry to celebrate Chinese culture worldwide.


We car enthusiasts are an interesting breed. What the normal man considers a crap car, we take to it like ducks to water. 40-year-old rusting Toyota Corolla that was prominently featured in a Japanese drifting anime? Yes please. But why is that so? Why deal with the oil leaks and the blown gaskets, when you could just get a car that works every time you turn the key?
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Road Tripping - Top-Down Joy In A Toyota MR2

IN Road Tripping, Toyota, MR2, MRS, United Kingdom

There's an inexplicable charm in what the world often labels as "shit cars".


In a move that shook the very foundations of Formula 1, Lewis Hamilton is set to don the iconic scarlet of Ferrari when the 2025 season rolls around. This switch marks the end of an era with Mercedes, a team that has been his racing home since 2013.
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Lewis Hamilton Is Leaving Mercedes To Join Ferrari In 2025

IN Lewis Hamilton, Leaving, Mercedes, Join, Ferrari, 2025, Formula 1, Formula One, Formula, One, 1, 2024, Lewis, Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari in 2025, replacing Carlos Sainz. What a shocking start to the season.


Following early computer simulations and extensive validations on test benches, the updated Taycan is now undergoing the final stages of real testing on handling circuits and public roads. “Faster, higher, further – we have improved the new Taycan in practically every discipline compared to its predecessor”, said Model Line Vice President Kevin Giek. “And because the changes are so extensive, the gruelling testing programme is almost comparable to that for a new model.”
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New Porsche Taycan Put Through Final Tests

IN Before, Final intensive testing, Final tests, Market release, New, New Taycan, Porsche, Porsche taycan, Put through, Spring 2024

Final intensive testing for the new Taycan before its spring 2024 market release.


Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 just wouldn't be the same without DAMD's unique touch, and this year, they've taken a delightful detour from their usual mini-Defender and G-Class transformations.
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DAMD’s Jimnys Are A Retro Callback to Rally in the 80s

IN DAMD, Jimny, Suzuki, Suzuki Jimny, Bodykit, Retro, Rally, Tokyo Auto Salon, 2024

Debuting at Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, can you guess which cars inspired this pair of Jimnys?


Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 was a spectacle to behold, especially with Liberty Walk's unveiling of an '80s supercar icon, transforming it into a modern-day katana. Wataru Kato once again captured the essence of the show with his latest creation.
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The Perfect Combo? Liberty Walk and Tokyo Auto Salon

IN Liberty Walk, Tokyo Auto Salon, Lamborghini, Countach, Ferrari, F40, Autozam, LBWK

Liberty Walk this year unleashed a retro supercar sensation, or heresy depending on which side of the fence you’re on.


If the Ioniq 5 N wasn’t crazy enough for you, the engineers at Hyundai have heard your plea, and have now introduced the Ioniq 5 N NPX1. Debuting at the 2024 Tokyo Auto Salon, it's a transformation that turns the Ioniq 5 N into a tech marvel straight out of a futuristic movie.
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Hyundai Unveils Ioniq 5 ‘NPX1’ Concept at Tokyo Auto Salon

IN Hyundai, Ioniq 5, NPX1, Concept, Tokyo Auto Salon, Ioniq 5 N, Ioniq 5 N NPX1

This bonkers EV will be launched this year, and Hyundai is planning to extend the kit for use on other future N products.


The motorsport world suffered a tremendous loss last year with the passing of Ken Block, the daredevil driver who redefined the art of the gymkhana.
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Electrikhana 2 - A Thrilling Farewell to Gymkhana Legend Ken Block

IN Electrikhana 2, Farewell, Gymkhana, Legend, Ken Block, 43

One final gymkhana video was under wraps until now, helmed by the late genius Ken Block. This is Electrikhana 2.


Suzuki has recently revealed its latest creation, the all-new Swift, and it’s a sight to behold. It sports a chic piano-black grille, complemented by striking L-shaped lamps that flow into its rounded shoulder lines. These lines are further accentuated by flared fenders, giving the Swift an interesting stance. One can't help but be charmed by its floating roof design, a clever play of visuals that adds to its appeal. The rear has three-dimensional combination lamps, giving way to a wider bumper.
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Suzuki introduces new Swift

IN Suzuki, Swift, Suzuki Swift, Burnpavement, Tokyo Auto Salon

The Suzuki Swift has always gone back and forth between aggressive and cute styling.


Mazda enthusiasts, it's time to sit up. The long-dormant spirit of Mazdaspeed, which left us yearning for more after its last hurrah in 2013 with the Mazda 3 MPS, is stirring once again. Just when we thought the shift to electric might have dimmed the prospects of a revival, Mazda has given us a delightful surprise: the birth of Mazda Spirit Racing.
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Mazda Spirit Racing Launched - A Comeback To Their Racing Roots

IN Mazda Spirit Racing, Mazda, Spirit Racing, Burnpavement, Tokyo Auto Salon, 2024

The new in-house racing brand is the spiritual successor to Mazdaspeed, poised to develop more track-focused cars.


Now, it's time to plug in and power up as Porsche unveils the new all-electric Macan. Debuting in Singapore, it promises to eclipse even the legendary 911 in popularity stakes. Two variants were revealed at launch - the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo.
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This Is The All-New Porsche Macan

IN Porsche, Macan, Launch, Burnpavement, Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan has been exhilarating the automotive world since its debut over a decade ago.


Born in 1983 as the “Tokyo Exciting Car Show,” the now famous Tokyo Auto Salon motorshow has blossomed into the crème de la crème of tuning culture, a must-attend rendezvous for anyone with gasoline in their veins.
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On The Ground: Tokyo Auto Salon 2024

IN On The Ground, Tokyo Auto Salon, 2024, Burnpavement, TAS

Whether you’re into JDM, commercial vehicles, or the latest advancements in high-performance automotive tuning, Tokyo Auto Salon has everything to satisfy your automotive cravings.


Toyota has taken its already scorching GR Yaris and turned up the heat. This little dynamo, which has already found its way into the hearts of hot hatch aficionados, is back from the workshop with some serious tweaks.
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Evolved GR Yaris Makes World Premiere

IN Toyota, GR Yaris, Toyota GR Yaris, Tokyo Auto Salon, Burnpavement

The rally-bred Toyota GR Yaris hot hatch gets an extra dose of power and more race goodies.


Porsche's lap record for its Taycan Turbo S on the Nurburgring Nordschleife was 7 minutes and 7.55 seconds, set by Porsche development driver Lars Kern in August 2022 in a current-generation vehicle with the performance package. On 2 January 2024, Lars walloped his own lap time in a pre-series next-generation Taycan Turbo S by an eye-watering 26 seconds, making this the fastest electric car from Zuffenhausen!
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Taycan Turbo S Smashes PREVIOUS Nurburgring Lap TIME

IN 26 seconds, Faster, Lap time, Nordschleife, Nurburgring, Porsche, Pre-series, Quicker, Ripped through, Smashes, Taycan Turbo S

Pre-series Taycan Turbo S ripped through the Nordschleife 26 seconds quicker than the current version.


A fresh colour programme is now available for the latest-generation Porsche Panamera. These include but are not limited to Montego Blue Metallic, Ice Grey Metallic, Lugano Blue and Madeira Gold Metallic. Madeira Gold Metallic, for example, is a warm, cognac-hued colour tone that evokes a golden autumn. Subtle effect pigments create a metallic brilliance and underline the overall effect of high performance and elegance.
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How New Paint Colours for the Porsche Panamera Are Made

IN Are made, Available, Even more variety, How, New paint, New paint colours, New paints, Porsche, Porsche Panamera

All new paint colours for the latest Panamera are available for even more variety.


When the Lotus Eletre first rocked up to the scene, it shocked motoring press worldwide. Controversial would be the word to describe the whole ordeal, mainly because ‘this’ is pretty much what the world thinks a Lotus shouldn’t be; a tech-laden lumbering electric SUV. Mind you, this was never pitched as a game-changer; it simply exists as the Lotus of SUVs. But, the badge only tells half of the story here. Despite the onslaught of virtual pitchforks and colourful comments, if you dig past the “hastily edited on template backgrounds” Colin Chapman quotes, there appears to be quite a bit of interest in Lotus heading in a new direction. But, have the lightweight sportscar folks managed to pull it off? Striking
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Lotus Eletre S Review - New Generation

IN Lotus, Eletre, S, Review, Burnpavement, Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is the brand’s first foray into the world of SUVs – Sacrilegious to the purists, but alluring to a new generation.


For Lamborghini, 2023 was the year of the 60th anniversary celebration.
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Lamborghini’s 60th anniversary celebration goes virtual

IN Lamborghini, 60th anniversary, Celebration, Burnpavement

After a year of in-person events, the digital fanbase also had the chance to take part in the festivities.


The Singapore Grand Prix in 2023 was showered with accolades, and now it bags the title of ‘Best Race’ of the season by several international media giants and crowned as the ‘Best Team of Officials’ by none other than the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA).
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Formula 1 - Singapore Grand Prix heralded ‘Best Race’ of the season

IN Formula 1, Singapore, Grand Prix, Burnpavement, F1, Singapore Grand Prix

No surprise, wasn’t it?


The Singapore Motor Show 2024 opened for public viewing on 11 January 2024. Some new cars and concept vehicles were launched and/or shown, and here are the notable ones. Audi Another e-tron-badged EV joins the Singapore market line-up as the Q4 Sportback e-tron was unveiled. Expect a couple of different trim levels featuring up to 286hp courtesy of one or two electric motors, 0-100km/h in up to 5.4 seconds, and a claimed WLTP range of up to 544km.
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Notable launches at Singapore Motor Show 2024

IN 2024, BEV, Concept vehicle, Electric vehicle, EV, For all to view, Hybrid, Hybrid vehicle, ICE, Launches, Notable, Singapore Motor Show

ICE, hybrids, EVs and concept vehicles for all to view at the Singapore Motor Show 2024.


Since the debut of the original R80G/S back in 1980, the GS range has been the heartthrob of BMW’s Motorrad lineup. Now, the latest R 1300 GS has made its entrance in Singapore, showcased at the brand-new BMW Motorrad showroom.
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Latest BMW R 1300 GS Launched in Singapore

IN BMW, 1300 GS, Singapore, BMW Motorrad, Motorrad, Burnpavement

The latest rendition of BMW's most popular bike - the GS - has received a big upgrade, including a better engine, new styling cues and more tech equipment to boot. And it's dubbed the 1300GS.



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