Author: Joel Tam

Featured, New

2025 Mercedes-AMG CLA45 S Review

Mercedes has refreshed the CLA45, and at first glance, you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s just another mild facelift. But look closer, and you’ll realise there’s more to it. First, visually, the car has received subtle yet impactful updates, particularly to the front and rear styling. What really surprised me—and...

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Featured, Lifestyle, Readers' Rides

Passion Meets Profession | Harold Chau

Cars aren’t just a means of transportation, as many Burnpavement.com readers will agree. They’re a journey, a passion, and a significant chapter in many enthusiasts’ lives. For Harold, cars represent milestones, dreams realised, and adventures shared. From his early days of learning to drift in a Nissan 200SX to...

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Classics, Featured, Readers' Rides

Passion Meets Profession | Kenneth Yeo

In this second feature, a series in which we explore the stories of enthusiasts who turned their love for cars into a career, we focus on Kenneth Yeo and his trusty 1967 Volkswagen Beetle. A die-hard air-cooled VW fan, Kenneth has spent decades lovingly restoring and fine-tuning his Bug, keeping it as period-correct as possible …...

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Featured, New

Skoda Octavia RS Review

From the moment I slid behind the wheel of the latest Skoda Octavia RS, it was clear that Skoda had dialed up the excitement.

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MINI JCW Goes Electric: First Drive of the JCW Electric and Aceman at Pathumthani Speedway

Electric cars and motorsport-inspired thrills aren’t usually words you’d pair together easily—but MINI thinks differently. To prove this point, MINI Thailand recently invited us to Pathumthani Speedway, just outside Bangkok, to sample their newest electric offerings: the MINI John Cooper Works Electric and MINI John Cooper...

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Featured, Happenings, Motorsports

Laps of Fury: Bugatti Bolide’s Thrilling Showcase at Sepang

The Bugatti Bolide turned heads at the Motul 12 Hours of Sepang last weekend, bringing a splash of spectacle to the Sepang International Circuit. Owned by JP Chin of JPM Group, this hyper sports track car made a brief yet memorable appearance, completing four laps around the circuit. Among the highlights was a special moment …...

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Featured, Motorsports

Endurance in Motion. The 2025 Motul 12 Hours of Sepang.

On the challenging circuits of Sepang, the 2025 Motul 12 Hours tested the limits of teams and machines in a competition rapidly becoming a hallmark of asian motorsport. Known for its rigorous demands and strategic complexity, this race offers a unique blend of high-speed action and tactical depth against Malaysia’s renowned racing...

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Featured, Readers' Rides

Passion Meets Profession | Nigel Yong

The car industry isn’t just about machines—it’s built on the passion and dedication of the people behind the scenes. In this series, we sit down with enthusiasts who have turned their love for cars into a career, exploring their automotive journeys, dream rides, and insights into the ever-evolving car world. Kicking things off is...

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Featured, Happenings

McLaren Singapore Unveils Exclusive MCL38 Celebration Edition Artura

In a tribute to McLaren’s ninth Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship win, McLaren Singapore has lifted the covers off the MCL38 Celebration Edition Artura, an ultra-exclusive model commemorating McLaren’s 2024 Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship victory. Making its Southeast Asian debut at ION Orchard from 7 to 11 March, this...

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Happenings

Škoda Superb Combi Debuts in Singapore

Škoda has introduced the all-new Superb Combi to Singapore for the first time, bringing with it spacious practicality, premium comfort, and advanced technology. As the flagship of the Czech automaker’s lineup, the fourth-generation Superb arrives in the luxurious Laurin & Klement (L&K) trim, catering to those who value...

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