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Buying a SEAT is somewhat like choosing two burgers over a value meal. You get all the good stuff — the engine, gearbox and chassis — but sacrifice some of the niceties like a sunroof, or a brand-name sound system. In the end, however, you still walk away feeling satisfied and rather pleased with yourself.
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SEAT Ateca Xcellence | Maximum Atec

IN SEAT, Ateca, SEAT Ateca, SEAT SG, Vertex Euro Motors

This German-Spanish mash up proves that basic isn’t always bad


So what exactly has been done to make this already-efficient car even more efficient? Hyundai took the Chapman route and added lightness, shaving 12 kg off the Ioniq’s kerb weight. This weight savings comes courtesy of the upgraded alternator management system — allowing the car to dispense with an auxillary 12-volt battery, bringing about an increase in fuel economy and more space in the boot.
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Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid | Hybrid Theory

IN Hyundai, Ioniq, Hybrid, Ioniq Hybrid, Komoco Motors, 2018

Hyundai’s debut hybrid model gets refreshed


Ok, so you’ve heard countless times how the Germans are the obvious choices. But have you looked around you? My word, the 3 Series, C-Class, A4 and XE are everywhere, to the point they’ve become - sorry to say this BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar - mass-market. There’s that undeniable brand appeal, true, but imagine driving to your college reunion and seeing Mark the rugby player, Jonathan the science geek, Eugene the bully and even Sam the teacher’s pet all turning up in the same executive sedan as you. You guys might reconnect and after this become closest buddies e-v-e-r, but in a nutshell, your uniqueness is no longer with you. Heck, back then you were the coolest dude simply because you could sing and play the guitar.
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Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 Super | Mambo Italiano

IN Alfa Romeo, Giulia, Super, Giulia Super 2.0, Alfa Romeo Giulia Super, Compact Executive, Alfa, Euroautomobile Pte Ltd, 2018

Italy’s answer for the compact executive segment is actually… irresistible


Want a fast Golf? There’s the Golf GTI. Need to go even faster? Say no more as the Golf R will definitely tickle your fancy. Want a big Golf? The Sportsvan is for you. Just want a simple Golf? The 1.0-litre Golf sounds like a perfect answer. Looking for a cheap Golf? Scour the used car market and you can choose from 6,753 different variants, cabriolet Golfs included. Or Eos.
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Hyundai i30 Hatchback | A Different Beat

IN Hyundai, I30, Hatchback, Hyundai i30 hatch, I30 hatchback, Family hatchback, Komoco Motors, 2018

This built-in-Europe family hatchback from Hyundai is destined for great things; beating the Golf at its game, perhaps?


Climbing almost 1,524 meters through 156 corners, the Bentayga deployed its unique combination of a 600 bhp, 900 Nm W12 engine, adaptive air suspension, active electric 48V anti-roll control and carbon ceramic brakes to set a stunning new benchmark.
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Bentley Breaks SUV Record At Pikes Peak

IN Bentley, Bentayga, Bentley Bentayga, Pikes Peak, Pikes Peak 2018, Colorado, Crewe, Luxury, SUV, Luxury SUV, 2018

Bentayga smashes Production SUV record at Pikes Peak; Limited Edition model announced to celebrate record run


In doing so, he not only broke the previous record for electric vehicles, but also bettered Sébastien Loeb’s all-time record from 2013 — by a full 16 seconds. Dumas’ new record of 7m 57.148s minutes is now top of the list of Pikes Peak champions, which includes such acclaimed drivers as Loeb, Walter Röhrl , Michèle Mouton, Stig Blomqvist, Nobuhiro Tajima and also Rod Millen and his son Rhys.
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Volkswagen Makes History At Pikes Peak

IN Volkswagen, I.D. R Pikes Peak, Romain Dumas, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, 2018, Volkswagen Motorsport

Volkswagen’s electric racing car sets a new overall record; Romain Dumas betters Sébastien Loeb’s record


The exterior design shows BMW’s new styling language focusing on clarity, modernity and emotional engagement; a clear link to the BMW Concept 8 Series first unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in 2017. With exterior dimensions of 4,843 mm in length, 1,902 mm in width, 1,341 mm in height and a wheelbase of 2,822 mm, the two-door coupé definitely has presence on the roads. Additionally, the side view is dominated by dramatic surfaces: Whilst they curve inwards on the far side of the front wheels, they bulge outwards again in a real display of power above the rear wheels. The glass area tapers at the rear, accentuating the muscular shoulderline, while the side window graphic ends in a very tightly-angled version of the famous Hofmeister kink.
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BMW 8 Series Breaks Cover

IN BMW, 8 Series, 8 Series Coupe, Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, M850i xDrive, 840d xDrive, 2018

The German automaker claims the new 8 Series offers sports car dynamics, fused with luxury and refinement


All because of the 70 to 80 km/h speed limit, everyone feels they have the right of way to hog the fastest lane, which is, if you were to read the Highway Code, should only be used for overtaking; hence it causes traffic build up, frustrates you and most time wish you could see who’s the culprit and mentally punch his face 36 different ways.
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Jaguar E-Pace (First Edition) | Baby Jag Du Du Du Du

IN Jaguar, E-Pace, SUV, Jaguar E-Pace, First Edition, 2.0, Ingenium engine, ZF, Wearnes Automotive, Jaguar Land Rover Singapore, JLR, 2018

Jaguar’s here to take a slice of the burgeoning premium small SUV segment with its baby E-Pace; but is it up to the task?


The second-generation Super Series provides a new interpretation of McLaren design language, with a dedication to aerodynamics principles, and was singled out by the 40 international judges for its “innovative symbiosis of aesthetics and function”.
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720S Wins Red Dot 'Best Of The Best' Award

IN McLaren, 720S, McLaren 720S, 2018 Red Dot Design Awards, Best of the Best, Woking, UK, 2018

Second McLaren to claim the top design prize following the recognition of the 570S Coupe back in 2016


Produced exclusively by hand and powered by a mid-mounted V10 engine with 540 hp, the high-performance sports car shines in antique gold metallic; the new Audi exclusive colour makes its debut with the prize. Many Audi Sport Performance parts are included, such as the carbon Aerokit, sport wheels, brake linings, adjustable suspensions and a steering wheel in Alcantara black.
Motorsports

2018 Audi Sport R8 LMS Cup GT3 champion will win a…

IN Audi, Audi Sport R8 LMS Cup GT3, R8 LMS, Audi R8, R8, GT3, Race, Audi Sport customer racing Asia, 2018

Sports meets luxury in unique road car built by Audi Sport exclusively for the Cup, presented at the legendary Nürburgring


It’s true that Kuala Lumpur is filled with lots of affordable top-class eateries, but this time around I wanted to venture slightly out of KL — to avoid the crowd, what else? - for some Western food.Hence, Me’nate Steak House in Shah Alam was my chosen destination this time around. Located at Vista Alam, Jalan Ikhtisas, 40000 Shah Alam, Malaysia, Me’nate Steak House, as its name suggests, specializes in steak. A Halal establishment, they have a variety of beef cuts available for you to choose from but at the same time also serve lamb, chicken and fish. Just in February this year, they were awarded ‘Emerging Brands Award (F&B)’ at The BrandLaureate SMEs Best Brands Award 2017-2018. (Ok to be honest, I chanced upon them in social media; based on the good review, I thought ‘why not?’)
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(GT)I Drove 3 Hours For Dinner!

IN Volkswagen, Golf, GTI, GTI Mark 7.5, Volkswagen Golf GTI, VW, Hot-hatch, Family hatchback, Volkswagen Centre Singapore, 2018

When you have the key to a car like the Golf GTI, you really want to go everywhere further…


With most crossovers, their rugged looks belie a softer, more road-biased drivetrain which is perfectly suitable for most drivers that prefer car-like handling characteristics with an SUV-like appearance. “But what if I’ve only got $100k to spare and want to do some light off-roading?”, you might ask — well here’s where Subaru has got you covered.
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Subaru XV 2.0 EyeSight | Slightly Off The Beaten Track

IN Subaru, XV, Subaru XV, EyeSight, MotorImage

Subaru bridges the gap between the Impreza and Forester with the refreshed XV


So you see, it just demonstrated that you do not have to be, specifically, a Sepang regular to get this tyre; fact is, most trackies have already recognised this tyre’s potential on track and its everyday useability, the Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R is quickly gaining traction — pun intended — among drivers who want the best semi-slick/sporty tyre in the market right now. It’s undeniably pricey, but as they say, you have to pay for quality.
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Tyre Review: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R

IN Bridgestone, Bridgestone Tyre Sales Singapore Pte Ltd, Potenza, RE-71R, Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R, Semi-slick, Tyre, Sport tyre B-Select, 2018

Bridgestone’s most aggressive tyre marries many useful traits that make it desirable even for daily use; here's our review after clocking 6,000 km


For car guys, we’re always looking for cars that are value-for-money. We want a car that has everything in one package; namely straight-line performance, handling, practicality, aesthetics and good build quality. If you could afford another car, you definitely could just throw practicality out the window and look for a, ahem, less exciting car for that particular duty.
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Seat Leon Cupra | Spanish Fly

IN Seat, Leon, Cupra, Seat Leon Cupra, Seat Leon, Hot-hatch, Seat Centre Singapore, Spanish, 2018

Seat's Leon Cupra is such a fun hot-hatch to drive; with dual characters, it doesn't compromise on practicality


Well I definitely won’t be one of those overusing this term when I refer to Pang from Opus Leather as an artisan, because this man has been skilled in automotive restoration services for more than 20 years. Every one of those years involved his handiwork in carpet cleaning, exterior grooming and leather restoration.
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Opulent Service | Opus Leather

IN Opus Leather, Leather Singapore, Restoration, Old, New

Knowledgeable, dedicated and passionate - these three words sum up the team at Opus Leather. It was truly an experience and service we won't soon forget


This latest addition to the Exige range packs the advanced chassis, suspension and powertrain set-up from its more powerful stablemate, the track focused Exige Cup 430, with a recalibrated engine producing 410 hp at 7,000 rpm and 420 Nm on tap from 3,000 rpm to 7,000 rpm. The high-performance 3.5-litre, supercharged and charge cooled V6 engine, combined with a dry weight of just 1,054 kg, delivers a class-leading power to weight ratio of 389 hp per tonne; this also makes the Exige Sport 410 the lightest V6 Exige ever.
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Lotus Launches New Exige Sport 410

IN Lotus, Exige, Sport, Exige Sport 410, Exige Sport 350, Cup, Exige Cup 430, Lotus Exige Cup 430, UK

Available in Coupe and Roadster configurations, Lotus claims this is the ‘ultimate road car’, developed directly from the track focused Exige Cup 430


With the M DCT ‘box, the M2 Competition completes a standard standstill to 100 km/h sprint in 4.2 seconds (4.4 seconds with a 6-speed manual) - not that far off the Porsche 911 Carrera S (PDK) which needs 3.9 seconds, just for comparison’s sake. Top speed has been electronically limited to 250 km/h; but surprise, surprise, the car can be combined with the M Driver’s Package to raise the top speed to 280 km/h.
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Welcome the new BMW M2 Competition!

IN BMW, M2, M2 Competition, BMW M2 Competition, Competition, M, BMW M GmbH, Hockenheim Silver, 2018

BMW’s M division claims a 'fresh benchmark' in the compact high-performance car segment with this one


However since the Getz was phased out, Hyundai haven’t had a product that small car buyers can put into consideration. But now with the Kona - introduced at this year’s Singapore Motorshow — it looks like there is finally a credible Korean option for buyers looking at the compact car segment.
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Compact X-Over Feature 3 — Hyundai Kona GLS Turbo AWD

IN Hyundai, Kona, 1.6 GLS Turbo, Hyundai Kona 1.6 GLS Turbo, GDi Turbo, Turbocharged, Korean, Crossover, SUV, 2018

An undeniably quirky-looking crossover, the Kona has a lot in store


Of the nearly 126,000 vehicles registered worldwide, Ford reported 81,866 of those were registered in the United States where the Mustang is manufactured, meaning just over one-third of all Mustang registrations are occurring in export markets. Ford sold 13,100 Mustangs in Europe - consisting of the U.K, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Romania, Sweden and Switzerland - last year according to the company’s own data, even outselling the Porsche 911 in 13 European markets.
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The World's Best-Selling Sports Coupe Is…

IN Ford, Mustang, Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang GT, Ford Mustang Bullitt, 2018

Surprise, surprise - Ford sold 125,809 Mustang coupes and convertibles in 146 countries just last year


Test drivers focused specifically on Polestar 1’s torque vectoring system, enabled by two rear electric motors with individual planetary gear sets. Chassis balance was further optimised thanks to the advantages of testing on ice, allowing the test drivers to better analyse and react to the car’s behaviour while driving. “Now we look forward to introducing the car to the Chinese public for the first time, a key market for Polestar,” concludes Thomas Ingenlath.
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Polestar 1 Heads To Auto China

IN Polestar, 1, Polestar 1, Electric hybrid, Hybrid, GT, GT Coupe, Thomas Ingenlath, Auto China 2018, 2018

Following its successful dynamic test drive, the Polestar 1 heads to Auto China 2018



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