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Interview: Lennard Hoornik, JLR's Chief Commercial Officer

Lennard Hoornik, JLR’s Chief Commercial Officer, tells us more about the essence of Range Rover SINGAPORE - It’s not enough...

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The Volkswagen Golf R-Line could be the car that you never knew you needed

So COE prices are still high, petrol prices are higher, and the EV road tax is really putting a damper...

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Fore! The VW Golf Turns 50

Eight generations of the Golf – 50 years of success and more than 37 million built. The VW Golf, arguably...

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Tyre Test: Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV

Why do you need EV tyres and what happens when you put them on an ICE car?  Text: Deyna Chia...

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CarBuyer Singapore Car of the Year Volume 2

CarBuyer Singapore’s Car of The Year is in line with CarBuyer’s ethos, that is to help the Singaporean car buyers...

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Volvo’s Head of the Asia Pacific Economic Region has high hopes of the new EX30 EV in Singapore

Nick Conner, Volvo’s Head of APEC, talks to CarBuyer Singapore about the brand’s image and potential of its new car...

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Ferrari Purosangue New Zealand Grand Tour: Tour de Prance

We join the Purosangue fleet as it courses overland from the North Island to the South Island on the 3000km...

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Building an Alfa Romeo F1 car in 1:8 scale

The big Alfa Romeo C42 Formula 1 car from Chinese maker Cada is a nice surprise in plenty of ways,...

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2023 Auto Guangzhou: Maxus Mifa 7

If you find that the well-equipped Maxus Mifa 9 is a little too big for your needs (and wants), the...

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2023 Auto Guangzhou: Ora Ballet Cat, sounds a bit like George Lennon Beatle

ORA’s Ballet Cat looks like something which sounds a bit like George Lennon Beatle, and has a feature called ‘Goddess...

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2023 Auto Guangzhou: A quick look at the NIO ES8 flagship SUV

NIO was listed on the Singapore Exchange just a year ago, and even has an R&D centre here. But will...

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 Desaru Drive Feature: There’s a First Time for Everything

CarBuyer's intrepid new content producer goes on his first overseas press trip and returns home with quite the story to...

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2023 Auto Guangzhou: GWM’s WEY Gaoshan is a Luxury Vellfire-ish-sized MPV

WEY’s premium people-mover takes aim at luxury MPV buyers with its Butterfly cushioned Nappa leather interior, its own fridge, and...

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2023 Auto Guangzhou: The GWM TANK 700 is the new luxury SUV to watch

The GWM TANK 700 is a 517hp luxury off-roading Sino lux-o-barge for those who demand the chichi feels while going...

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The soul behind Mazda's Iconic SP concept car

Unveiled at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo last week, the Mazda Iconic SP is a concept that aims...

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Overland across the Gobi in the Land Rover Defender: Discovery Channel

We discover how well the Land Rover Defender handles itself during an epic 1700km overland expedition through the Gobi Desert...

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Go auto racing, but break nothing!

Getting into racing simulation games doesn’t have to break the bank and it will improve your driving. Here’s CarBuyer Singapore's...

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BMW Test Fest 2023: A road trip around Singapore

Taking eleven cars from the BMW Group on a 100km road trip across Singapore. Photos: BMW Asia & Jay Tee...

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McLaren's Wok Culture

We catch up with Charlotte Dickson – McLaren Automotive’s Head of Asia Pacific – during the launch of the 750S...

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Off the beaten track with the Land Rover Defender

Land Rover takes us on a different kind of road trip to Desaru, to showcase what the modern day Defender...

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2023 Ferrari Road to Le Mans 24: Seeing Red

We enjoy the cars and company in our journey with Ferrari from its home in Maranello to the 24 Heuers...

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Category A fun in Volkswagen and Skoda’s Cat A COE models

We find out if it’s possible to distil fun from Volkswagen and Skoda’s Category A COE offerings on a trip...

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What’s going on with EV naming conventions?

Electric cars are upon us, but why are their model names so far out? SINGAPORE Honda Civic. Toyota Corolla. Hyundai...

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Five things to love about the Cat A COE eligible BMW 216i Active Tourer

Less horses but the same popular Beemer: this is the BMW 216i Active Tourer SINGAPORE In March 2022 BMW launched...

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Horacio Pagani: We still have no plans to become a big brand carmaker

Pagani Automobili is 25 years old this year and the brand’s founder was in Singapore to meet customers and friends...

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Toyota is giving you a carbon-neutral commercial fleet

Toyota is one of four companies in the Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) seeking to accelerate carbon neutrality in...

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The case for art cars

We spent some time in the Audi e-tron GT Electric Dreams art car and wonder – why don’t we see...

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Initial D & the 2023 Toyota GR86 in Singapore

Would Initial D's Takumi Fujiwara warm to the idea of driving the new Toyota GR86? SINGAPORE (or maybe GUNMA, JAPAN)Remember...

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Singapore’s next affordable EV could be a Citroen

Small, light, inexpensive, and stylish? Citroen's next EVs could be just what we need, says Stellantis senior executive Christophe Musy...

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Gallery: 2022 Pagani Huayra Roadster BC

Enjoy our photos of Pagani's S$14m Huayra Roadster BC hypercar from a recent special viewing in Singapore SINGAPORE We got...

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New cars coming to Singapore in 2023 - Part 3 (N to Z)

Part 3 of CarBuyer Singapore’s guide to new cars coming to Singapore from each brand in 2023 SINGAPOREIt’s that time...

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New cars coming to Singapore in 2023 - Part 2 (F to M)

Part 2 of CarBuyer Singapore’s guide to new cars coming to Singapore from each brand in 2023 SINGAPOREIt’s that time...

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New cars coming to Singapore in 2023 - Part 1 (A to C)

Part 1 of CarBuyer Singapore’s guide to new cars coming to Singapore from each brand in 2023 SINGAPORE It's that...

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The Porsche World Road Show 2023 returns, post Covid-19

What do you get when you put together 27 Porsches on Indonesia’s Sentul International Circuit? SENTUL, WEST JAVA After a...

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Is the time up on discretionary right turns?

Right turns where motorists make the call on when to turn right have proven to be fatal; so why are...

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Das Treffen is where you’ll find the largest gathering of Porsches in SEA

In its seventh year, Das Treffen 7 is its biggest edition yet, and we had the chance to get up...

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Bangkok dreaming in the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Platinum Edition

A weekend in Bangkok with Porsche kicks off with a ride in the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Platinum Edition. BANGKOK, THAILAND...

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The Skoda Octavia RS’s strength doesn't come from its horsepower

Skoda’s go-faster Octavia RS is powerful and fun to drive, but its real value comes from its all-round nature in...

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Photos: Honda Jazz Crosstar Hybrid in Singapore

Pictures of Honda's raised and rugged Jazz Crosstar Hybrid at official distributor Kah Motor's showroom floor in Singapore SINGAPORE The...

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Photos: BMW M4 CSL in Singapore

BMW M4 CSL Pics of BMW's lighter, faster, rarer, and much more expensive M4 coupe special edition, the M4 CSL,...

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Kia’s new logo – inspiring or confusing?

Could Kia’s new logo be a deterrent rather than a new era for the brand? In January 2021, Kia took...

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At Audi the future is an attitude, and the future is female

We had the opportunity to speak to Hildegard Wortmann, member of the board at Audi AG, to find out more...

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Our pick of Amazon SG's Black Friday car-related deals

Sim-racing wheels, Lego, an air purifier, cost-effective car shampoo, and more - we pick some nice car-related deals from Amazon...

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Back on Track: McLaren's Sepang Track Day 2022

We head up to Sepang with McLaren to celebrate the return of the Singaporean track day experience after a long...

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Five fun things about the Mini Electric Resolute Edition

New colours but the same zippy electric hatch: we spent some time with the Mini Electric Resolute Edition SINGAPORE It...

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EV Weekend 2022 boosts consumer awareness on EV ownership and motoring in Singapore

Singapore’s premier EV show brought a range of electric cars to a wider audience, while its panel discussions brought forward...

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CarBuyer Singapore can help you get your shiny, new EV

Track your car’s current value, sell your car for a better price, and more - and do it at EV...

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2022 Volvo C40: 5 things we found out about Volvo's electric SUV

More efficient than claimed, a nose for pollution, and a downside : We spent time with Volvo's electric coupe-SUV, the...

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1,700km in an Audi to Hat Yai and back

Who said driving up to Thailand on a single tank of fuel would be a difficult feat? All you need...

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A Need for Speed

Bentley’s Speed series cars are more than just about getting around quickly ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA  No one’s ever claimed that modern...

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5 things you should know about the Polestar 3 SUV

Polestar's first EV and luxury car, the Polestar 3 SUV, brings a whole lot of New Stuff to the table...

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This young lawyer quit her career to join Singapore’s toughest industry at the worst possible time

New executive director of the Eurokars Group, Charmain Kwee, went from philanthropic law to starting a brand new BMW dealership...

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4000km, one EV, zero arguments - from Thailand to Singapore and back

Thai content creators Aticharn Cherngchavano and Sueching Chin made the ultimate inaugural EV Southeast Asian road trip in their BMW...

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Polestar 3's global reveal in photos

Here's photos we took of Polestar's new high performance 'fully' luxury SUV, the Polestar 3, at its global debut in...

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The real story behind BMW's logo

Was BMW’s logo really styled after an aircraft propeller? BMW reveals the origins of its blue and white roundel SINGAPORE...

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Taking a peek at Pirelli's green side

Pirelli’s director of motorsport Mario Isola shares with CarBuyer how the Italian brand is looking towards a more sustainable future...

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W Series driver Bianca Bustamante is a Singaporean foodie at heart

Filipina racing driver, the first Asian to compete in the W Series championship, actually began her racing journey in Singapore...

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Is Singapore’s most expensive Skoda too costly - or just right?

Skoda’s performance seven-seat SUV, the Skoda Kodiaq RS, is the brand’s most expensive model in Singapore: Is it still a...

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Ducati’s electrified future arrives in 2027

Ducati says its first fully-electric bike is still years away, but it's not standing still in the meantime Borgo Panigale,...

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2023 Rolls-Royce Spectre Preview: A Spectacular Future?

CarBuyer Singapore gets an exclusive look into Rolls-Royce’s electric transformation through an experience with the brand’s first EV, the Spectre...

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Comparison: Tesla Model Y vs Model 3

We compare and explain the differences between the Tesla Model Y SUV and Tesla Model 3 sedan in Singapore Photos...

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Ferrari 296 GTB Track Test : Lightning Bolt

Ferrari’s PHEV coupe driven on Sepang: 296 GTB marries lightning pace and mighty acceleration with controllability that defies on-paper specifications...

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4 reasons the falling Yen won’t lead to cheaper cars

The Japanese Yen may have hit a 24-year low, but don’t expect Japanese cars to see reduced prices too. With...

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Liqui Moly Singapore sticks with the Volkswagen Caddy for 12 years running

Lubricants brand Liqui Moly Singapore makes the Volkswagen Caddy its LCV of choice because it doesn’t behave like a normal...

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CarBuyer Analysis: S$100k COE - what next?

Singapore's COE premiums broke though the S$100,000 mark this week, but what does this mean for car buyers moving forward,...

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CarBuyer Analysis: Mercedes-Benz aims for the top-end of luxury

Mercedes-Benz will muscle into Rolls-Royce and Bugatti territory with more high-end cars, limited editions, more electric tech, and trimming its...

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Audi E-Tron Feature: Can you drive an EV to Malaysia?

Yes you can, but if it does take some adjustment. We take a road trip with a trio of Audi’s...

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M lovin' it with the electric BMW i4 M50 Down Under

BMW i’s first M car - the i4 M50 - impresses us with its range and performance on the roads...

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Twin Peaks In BMW Country

Touring Bavaria shows that two big-hearted M Performance cars, the BMW M850i Gran Coupe and BMW X7 M50i, still have...

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Porsche GTS: Hitting the sweet sport

Pondering a new Porsche but vexed by the variety? The GTS label could solve that problem for you. Here's how......

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Tyre Test: Falken Azenis FK510

We review Falken’s high-performance Azenis FK510 tyre aimed at drivers who demand more from their rubber Words: Deyna Chia Photos:...

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BMW i4 Range Test: 600km on one charge in Singapore

BMW’s i4 EV sedan delivered seriously impressive range figures in Singapore without the need for extreme measures, even outgunning the...

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Hybrid vs Diesel In Singapore 2022: Which is cheaper?

We did the math and the explain why the answer in diesel vs hybrids in Singapore is clear by a...

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5 of the best cars to drive to Malaysia

The borders have opened, and it’s time to drive to Malaysia once more. Here are what we think are five...

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IWD: Women in Formula One

International Women's Day: Despite being mostly male-dominated, did you know that there have been women in the history of F1...

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3 Women Killing It In The Automotive Industry In Singapore Right Now

From race-car driving to fighting for sustainability, meet three women in Singapore leaving their mark in the automotive industry SINGAPORE...

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Mercedes-Maybach: Bach in the Singapore high life

Experiencing Mercedes-Maybach’s return to Singapore with a ride in the new S 580 L limousine and GLS 600 luxury SUV...

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SUVs are Singapore’s favourite type of car now

Singapore's new car sales figures for 2021 show SUVs clearly ahead of sedans for the first full year, but which...

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Singapore’s Most Popular Car Brands of 2021

Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW lead, but a shock debut from Tesla. We analyse the Top 10 car brands of Singapore...

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Every new car coming to Singapore in 2022

2022 BMW i4 M50 CarBuyer's full A to Z round up of every new car coming to Singapore from each...

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CarBuyer's Top 5 2021 Stories You Should've Read

Here are five of 2021 stories that you should read covering important topics for Singapore's car buyers, including safety, delivery...

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CarBuyer’s Top 10 Car Reviews of 2021

Hybrid and electric cars dominated the most read reviews on CarBuyer Singapore in 2021, proving that electrification is now the...

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CarBuyer Singapore’s Top 10 videos of 2021

We’re saying good bye to 2021 and before we head off into 2022, here’s a look back at the top...

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CarBuyer’s Top 10 News Stories of 2021

EVs, hybrids, Bugattis, and a ‘cheap’ BMW - that’s what CarBuyer Singapore’s most read news stories reflected this year  SINGAPORE...

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Lamborghini reveals its New Green Plan

The Lamborghini Huracan STO is a celebration of the brand’s racing pedigree, but Lambo is also looking forward to a...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021 generated major buzz

Pioneering EV event , EV Weekend, helped to focus and boost the interest about EVs in Singapore and has been...

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Ferrari Singapore gave customers a taste of a potent kilo

1,000 horsepower that is, with the SF90 Stradale, plus the Portofino M and Roma at its exclusive Esperienza Ferrari drive...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: Kia Niro EV

Kia’s feature-packed Niro EV crossover makes for the perfect electric family runabout, with its impressive practicality and generous range SINGAPORE...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: Audi e-tron Sportback

If you want electric motoring with Audi's distinctive Sportback SUV style and practicality this is the way to go SINGAPORE...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: MG ZS EV

The MG ZS EV brings affordable electric motoring to the masses with its competitive price tag, and impresses with its...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: BMW iX3

Here’s a crazy idea: What if the least expensive version of a BMW was also one of the best...and electric?...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: Audi E-Tron GT

Audi’s flagship EV sedan proves that electric motoring isn’t just conscientious and quiet, but thunderously fast and enjoyable for drivers...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: MG 5 EV

The MG 5 EV combines space and plenty of features into a smooth and effective electric car package for the...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: Mini Cooper SE

Mini’s first fully electric model delivers the same fun and entertaining driving experience with the benefits of electric motoring SINGAPORE...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: Mercedes-EQ EQC 400

Appearing at EV Weekend in December: Mercedes' first electric SUV offers the three-pointed star experience with even more refinement and...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: Mercedes-EQ EQA 250

The first all-electric compact car from Mercedes-Benz will have you excited about the change that is coming SINGAPORE What is...

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EV Weekend Singapore 2021: BMW iX

The iX is BMW’s new flagship for the next-generation of luxury motoring and it debuts at EV Weekend Singapore UPDATE...

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BMW’s Electric Future

Electrification is the way to go for carmakers in the years ahead, and BMW is planning for an electrified future...

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Q&A with Jasmmine Wong, CEO of Inchcape Singapore and Borneo Motors

CarBuyer speaks with Jasmmine Wong, CEO of Inchcape Greater China and Singapore (Borneo Motors and Inchcape Automotive services), about the...

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Video: We ask Audi Singapore's boss some tough questions..

...and he asks us some right back! What sort of people buy Audis? Is quattro useless in Singapore? Who buys...

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Toyota ramps up battery research, expects solid state by 2025

S$19bn pledged for next-gen batteries including solid-state, but most importantly for you? It wants its electric vehicles to have great...

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Hyundai Group plans hydrogen revolution with affordable FCEVs and more

Group behind Hyundai and Kia says it aims to halve the cost of hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles by 2023, plan for...

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The surprising secrets of BMW’s new 4 Series Convertible

BMW went soft with the new 4 Series Convertible. We found out why…  11 May 2021 Update: The BMW 4...

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5 reasons why Nissan’s e-Power cars are great in Singapore

Nissan’s e-Power range of cars are gaining popularity in Singapore, and we look at why this clever hybrid system is...

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Used Car Advice: 2017 Nissan Pulsar

This big, spacious, and economical hatchback is still good at giving brand new budget cars a run for the money...

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Our favourite BMW M3s through the ages

With an all-new BMW M3 in Singapore, the CarBuyer team picks out its favourite cars to wear the famous badge...

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History: The magic of the BMW M3

Why do car buffs fawn over the BMW M3? It has nothing to do with big power, and everything to...

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2021 Nissan Note E-Power: how efficient is it in Singapore?

CarBuyer.com.sg spent three days and covered 500km in the new hybrid hatchback, the Nissan Note e-Power, in Singapore to see...

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Everyone’s Going Electric

Several carmakers have announced plans to have a fully electrified range in the next few years. We round up the...

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Kia EV6 points the way to Kia’s design future

Kia's first ever dedicated electric vehicle, the EV6, heralds a new design era for the Korean carmaker, says the brand’s...

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CarBuyer tests the Shariot drive sharing service

CarBuyer jumps in on a car sharing experience with the Shariot app in Singapore A new name has recently entered...

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Electric 5 Series, 7 Series and X1 loom as BMW declares war on carbon

The next 5 Series will be electric, and so will other BMWs. That's because if the German carmarker doesn't cut...

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Analysis: How COVID has changed car buying in Singapore

Short term: More bargains. Long term : More online focus, less real-life interaction, and an even more competitive market SINGAPORE...

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Front Mission: A look at Skoda's front-line special vehicles

Frontline workers of a different sort: We take a closer look at Skoda's various emergency cars and the people that...

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How to take care of your car during lockdown

Staying at home means your car might not get to stretch its legs, so here's how to take care of...

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Review: Pioneer’s new head unit is a tablet you can take with you (updated w/video)

Pioneer Singapore’s clever new SPH-T20BT Smart Unit Receiver features a removable 8.0-inch Android tablet as its centrepiece, the SDA-835TAB Photos:...

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Feature: Off The Florida Keys…

…there’s no place called Kokomo, but driving down to the end of Florida makes for a fairly unique American road...

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Audi E-Tron: State of Charge

Electric vehicles are no longer a futuristic novelty, but a realistic proposition even in Singapore, as Audi’s E-Tron proves on...

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James Bond won’t save Aston Martin - Agent X will

Aston Martin’s first SUV, the DBX, is a huge gamble for the 106-year-old sports car brand, but it may also...

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Audi A4 Miles Better Challenge — miles mayhem

A fuel consumption challenge to Genting Highlands and back in an Audi A4 sees CarBuyer sweat it out for victory...

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Why Mazdas of the future will still have rotary engines

Mazda's last rotary engine, the Renesis, from the RX-8 Mazda’s R&D chief, Hidetoshi Kudo says a hybrid with a main...

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How does Nissan's E-Power system work?

Back in December 2016 we drove the Nissan Note E-Power, a car that walked a strange new path between petrol...

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Feature: A Nose For The Road

Wine is utterly wasted on CarBuyer’s chief editor, luckily BMW’s convertibles have an intoxicating charm of their ownPhotos: Matt Hull,...

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2019 Mazda 3 launched in Singapore: First Of Many

2019 Mazda 3 officially launched in Singapore; first market in the world to receive all-new 1.5-litre mild hybrid powertrain Photos:...

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Hans Zimmer and BMW: a sound pairing

MUNICH, GERMANY — “BMW has a history of iconic engines,” says Jens Thiemer, the senior vice-president for  BMW Brand Management....

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The best S$2k you’ll ever spend with BMW

BMW’s high-performance driver school won’t just make you a better driver, it’s also tremendous fun on one of the world’s...

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Here’s everything you need to know to get up to speed on the Geometry A

Want to get an early angle on the next Chinese car to come to Singapore? We’ve got you covered… SINGAPORE...

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Nissan's New Electric World

Driving electric vehicles (EVs) are just the beginning - when it comes EVs, Nissan shows how they’ll be used to help power your world, not just your rides  Photos: Nissan...

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New Port : What's it like to drive a Ferrari for the first time?

CarBuyer’s freshly-minted staff writer takes on a Prancing Horse for the first time in his life, comes away with clean...

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We took a performance EV to EV hell: Sepang Circuit

Driving hot laps at Sepang in the 400hp Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV is, on paper, exactly what you do not...

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What you missed at the Singapore Motorshow 2019 (with videos)

Didn't make it to The Singapore Motorshow 2019 last weekend? CarBuyer.com.sg has you covered - here's everything you missed from...

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Volkswagen Golf Media Drive 2018: Driving Range

Volkswagen wants to go on a rampage, to conquer every corner of the Cat A market. Its chosen weapon? Why,...

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This Hyundai SUV combines the best of fossil fuel and electric power

Silent, emissions-free motoring without the lengthy charging times? No, it’s not witchcraft powering the Hyundai Nexo, but hydrogen. Shame it’s...

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How talent like hers might help Mazda gain an advantage over Honda and Toyota  

Find out how Mazda's design process is unlike any other carmaker's, and how it's using this prowess to make 'artful'...

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Porsche wants to teach you to be a better driver

Porsche makes superbly drivable cars, but it’ll also sell you something far more valuable: The skill and experience to bring...

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This chef wants to save Sri Lankan crabs...

… and his pop-up restaurant at the Shangri-La will showcase just what is so worth saving. SINGAPORE — Got crabs? Assuming...

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5 Things You Should Know About Skyactiv X

Five insights into Mazda’s revolutionary gasoline engine - plus one about Mazda’s most famous engine technology ever! Mine Proving Ground,...

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We’ve tested Mazda’s ‘Holy Grail’ Of Engine Tech…

...it works, and will be in next year’s new Mazda 3. Skyactiv X engine technology explained, tested in person -...

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Mazda wants to work your pelvis...

...and three other reasons its next Skyactiv platform architecture might help you feel more groovy inside the car Mine Proving...

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Carbuyer Tech 101: Mazda's Skyactiv X technology explained

Mazda's Skyactiv X is revolutionary because of the way it bangs - or why pressure makes things difficult inside a...

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CarBuyer Tech 101: Alternative cycle engines

Alternative cycle tech explained simply: Miller, Atkinson, Budak - what do all these names mean, and how do they save...

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How This Car Helped Make Your Next Mazda

Mazda's small-but-scrappy nature is the reason why it's built legends in the past - and made impossible breakthroughs today Sapporo,...

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Skoda Octavia review: an octave above?

A quick drive in the Skoda Octavia reacquaints us with what it, and its maker, have to offer MLADA BOLESLAV,...

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Spicy Surprise: The new Porsche Cayenne at Sepang

A race track and an off-road trail: two places you wouldn’t expect to see an expensive luxury SUV, but that...

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New Volkswagen Touareg review: Touar of duty

The third-generation Volkswagen Touareg is set to arrive in Singapore in early 2019. With advanced features and a giant touchscreen,...

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Mercedes CLS 450 review: All 4 the best

The CLS 450 is an E-Class in sharper clothing, and more. It’s also a perfect of example of Mercedes’ current...

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Mercedes-AMG CLS 53 review: The joy of six

The new Mercedes CLS is a head turner as always, but it’s the car’s new range of six-cylinder engines that...

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Volvo XC40 T5 review: Mother superior

  Advanced systems allow the Volvo XC40 to keep a watchful eye on your safety at all times SINGAPORE — The...

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Dusty Spice: Or How A $500k SUV fares offroad

Can the Porsche Cayenne handle the rough stuff? CarBuyer finds out the Porsche Cayenne canPhotos: Derryn WongUAE/Oman -“Hey, why don’t...

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Bridgestone Ecopia EP300 review: Free to choose

Bridgestone's Ecopia EP300 tyre will apparently save you fuel and thus, money. We put it to the test SINGAPORE — Whenever...

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The Longest Round Of Golf

Two friends, a VW Golf Mk 2, 22 countries, 42,000km - and one epic journey Photos: Nick Rogmans, Beernt Berghuis...

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Toyota JPN Taxi: I took a ride in Japan's new cab

London has its black cabs, New York’s yellow taxis are famous… now Japan has its own iconic taxi TOKYO, JAPAN...

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Do eco-tyres really work in Singapore?

Do eco-tyres really save fuel? Yokohama’s BluEarth ES32 certainly seem to prove soSingapore There are many ways to be more fuel...

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Five tech-magical features of the new Audi A8

Audi’s new A8 bristles with advanced tech, and here are its coolest new featuresValencia, SpainIt's said that technology, sufficiently advanced,...

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This is what a $4,226 F1 ticket gives you

Climb inside the Green Room with us, and see the suite side of F1. Will it turn you green with...

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The Singaporeans who kicked butt at F1

F1 drivers get all the attention, but Singapore drivers like Yuey Tan are making waves on the track here, too...

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Tyre Test: Bridgestone Alenza 001

Putting Bridgestone’s premium SUV tyre to a 7,000km test on Singapore’s roadsText: Deyna Chia Photos: Deyna Chia, Derryn WongSingapore - As...

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5 driving tips to help you survive your winter vacation

We ask a German rally champion for advice that will help you stay cool as a cucumber even when the...

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Two Wheels To Imola

Attending a superbike race is all well and fun, but riding to one, especially one like Imola, is a bucket-list...

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Dune-Bashing In A Nissan Navara

How Nissan’s Navara pickup truck handles some of the highest dunes in the Sahara DesertPhotos: Nissan, Derryn WongErfoud, Morocco -...

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Come Drive With Me, Let’s Drive, Let’s Drive Away

1,000km from Singapore to Kuantan on Mazda's June holiday driveaway. Plus, baby turtles!What: Mazda Driveaway 2017, an annual holiday driving...

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No Mo’ Phobia

The modern fear of running out of battery power is groundless with BMW’s enduring i3 electric vehicleSINGAPORE - It’s kind...

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BMW 520d: Feeling tankful

They gave us one tank of diesel, one BMW 520d and one night… At CarBuyer that’s a recipe for a thousand kilometre...

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DB11: The car that drove Aston Martin back into profit

The Aston Martin DB11 exemplifies everything we adore about coupes, but it’s also a case study in one inescapable truth...

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What it's like when you buy 12 cars at once

Being a corporate fleet customer means making an important business decision, but retailers like Volkswagen Group Singapore are helping clients...

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Uber and taxi drivers could be obsolete here by 2020

The multibillion dollar race to put autonomous cars on the road might not be won by a carmaker at all...

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Yokohama's Intense Fleva

How Yokohama's new Advan Fleva V701 tyre meets the needs of sporty, demanding drivers Mandy Lee, 38, is the proud owner...

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About BMW M (updated)

New M8 confirmed, M's Nurb test centre and more: 5 things you didn't know about BMW M's past, present and...

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4 reasons to buy a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle

Falling COE prices for Cat C aside, the choice for a light commercial vehicle is clear: Volkswagen. Here are four...

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Dealing with dishonesty

If your money’s been taken by a dishonest car dealer there isn't much you can do, sadly. A commercial lawyer...

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4 Crucial Things Your Driving Instructor Never Taught You

How driving on track makes you a better, safer driver on the street too Photos: Jon Lim, Mercedes-BenzSINGAPORE - Venture out...

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4 Great Reasons To Drive Diesel Now

Kia gives us four compelling reasons to roll diesel rather than petrol in SingaporeSINGAPORE - Talk about buying a new...

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Brothers In Altis

Can a car be the glue that holds people together? That’s certainly the case with the Toyota Corolla AltisSingapore -...

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Porsche Driving Experience: Learn fast, from $2,000

Porsche can train customers to become racing drivers. But can it turn one of CarBuyer’s writers into a competent driver? SEPANG,...

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Mod Rocker

Ken Pan’s unique Toyota Corolla Altis is proof you can achieve your ‘mod vision’ without sacrificing peace of mindThe world's...

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Ego Mania

The new Lamborghini Aventador S is designed to appeal not just to customers’ need for speed, but to one other...

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BMW’s $200k Carbonfibre Motorcycle

BMW Motorrad unveils the HP4 Race, a racing-spec, carbon-framed, limited-edition superbikeMunich, Germany - BMW Motorrad has unveiled its most extreme...

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SG Altis Club: The Altis appreciation society

A passionate group of Corolla Altis drivers are making no secret of their love for Toyota’s perennial best-seller...SINGAPORE — Meet...

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Singapore's Top Crossover

Dynamic, emotional, fascinating - and weighing 62 tonnesThis Is A Not-So-Special Feature Brought To You By The Month Of April Photo...

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How a TRD fan looked for Altis parts, but eventually found a family

When one passionate Corolla Altis driver embarked on a modification journey, he knew there was only one companion to seek:...

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It’s All About You

Have you ever wondered what exactly a Toyota Service Advisor does? We peek at a day in the life of...

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5 Reasons Why Smart Buyers Go Pre-Owned

AD-pre-owned cars combine the savings of a used car with the peace of mind that comes with a known dealershipSINGAPORE...

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Super Commuting On A 160hp BMW Bike

Five reasons why BMW’s insanely quick S 1000 XR sports tourer is actually very much suited to the urban grind...

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Inside the mind of a Motorshow model

Meet Emily, a model for Hyundai at the Singapore Motorshow 2017. She’s the sort to get inside your head, though...

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CB Analysis 2016: Greener & Leaner

Hybrids and diesels are at an all-time high, and why 2017 could see pricier COEs  *Data cited in this article...

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5 Reasons Choosing A Car Is Like Finding A Husband

It might sound weird, but choosing a car is just like selecting the right man to settle down with in...

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Toyota Corolla Altis : The Ultimate Christmas Gift

5 reasons why the world’s most popular car is a gift that keeps on giving, and giving, and giving... SINGAPORE...

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The 5 best cars for Grab or Uber drivers

Driving to make a living, or just some spare cash? These are our top picks for the job. One costs...

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ME first: A power Points presentation

Toyota ME is a loyalty rewards programme that lets you take care of yourself while taking care of your car...

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Toyota Evening Express: Joy in the evening

How one Toyota Camry driver discovered happiness in the most unlikely place to have a plate of briyani SINGAPORE —...

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4 Facts Behind Toyota’s Hybrid Dominance

Toyota is big on hybrids - but you'd never guess how much it took to get thereSingapore - Depending on...

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What happens when a hybrid newbie drives a Toyota Prius

  A self-confessed motorhead who loves her curves discovers there's more to a hybrid than meets her eye SINGAPORE — "I...

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The 5 silliest myths about hybrid cars

  How much do you really know about hybrid cars, and is ignorance cutting you off from one of the...

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The Modest Mountaineer

          Special Feature: The Attrage shows that a compact sedan can co-exist with a sporty lifestyleSINGAPORE...

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5 Reasons The Toyota Prius Is An Awesome Taxi

The things that make the Toyota Prius a superb urban vehicle in Singapore also make it excel as a taxiSingapore...

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The Best Five Minutes A Driver Can Spend

Find out how five minutes a week - and for almost no cost - can make your motoring journey easier...

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Why your first car should be like the ideal girlfriend

  You never forget your first, for good or bad. But whether you smile or cringe at the memory is...

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Peter Schreyer interview: 10 years with Kia

On his 10th year with Kia, the influential design chief tells us about the surprising origins of the cars' "Tiger...

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The safest thing to do after a car accident

  Thankfully most accidents are minor, but if you have one, here's why you should send your car to a...

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5 things you didn’t know about crash tests

Did you know a single test dummy can cost $1.3 million? Neither did we. Here’s what else we found out......

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Inside Toyota’s secret crash test centre

  This is the place new cars come to die… to give you a better chance of living through a...

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Toyota i-Road: The answer to Singapore’s car-lite needs?

The Toyota i-Road is part-motorcycle, part-electric car and all giggles. It could also fill an important mobility gap here in...

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Legal Mods 101: Performance

Singapore - We recently showed you how to beautify your car within the purview of the law, as well as...

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Hail Outlander!

A modern Singaporean family discovers the charms of going 'outland' with Mitsubishi's Outlander SUV Singapore - Mitsubishi’s Outlander sport utility...

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The Hiro of the Singapore Bike Show 2016

Japanese stunt rider Hiroyuki Ogawa is back to wow crowds at the Singapore Bike Show 2016 SINGAPORE — The Singapore...

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A VW For Every Occasion

Finding a car with panache, technology and usefulness that won’t break the bank isn’t easy, but here are five you’d...

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How to buy a car with a 90% loan… legally

The Private-Hire Purchase scheme from Cycle & Carriage could turn your car into an income-generating asset, with 90% loans payable...

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Three cars Joseph Schooling should drive

Sponsors, are you reading? These three cars were made for Singapore’s first Olympic gold medallist SINGAPORE —  He’s done it!...

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Legal Mods 101: Appearance

Find out how to beautify your car, be totally road legal and even possibly add value to it Singapore - Talk...

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Why Authorised Dealer service is the best kind

SINGAPORE - Servicing is an essential part of car ownership. While cars are immensely complex pieces of engineering, modern machines are...

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Can she transform herself in two weeks?

    Becoming a top Sales Executive is a lifelong journey that starts with a fascinating quest for knowledge... SINGAPORE...

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Three things we learnt at the Porsche World Road Show 2016 Malaysia

After driving a dozen different Porsches in a day, you tend to discover a thing or two SEPANG, MALAYSIA —...

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Porsche World Road Show 2016 Malaysia: How to choose your next Porsche

A highly-subsidised Porsche buffet is helping potential customers choose their next car SEPANG, MALAYSIA — This might be the most...

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A Day In The Life Of A Car Salesperson

Singapore -  We all know what a car salesman (or woman) does - they sell cars, right? That’s true, but...

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The hidden software that makes a car dealership run

Though the “hardware” element of an authorised distributor’s buildings is important, it takes the right “software” to give the business...

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BMW Motorrad Days 2016: 9 things to do

Check out our newbie’s guide to BMW Motorrad Days, as our writer heads to the world's biggest bimmer partyGARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN —...

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78,000 sq ft nobody can see - What's it for?

  SINGAPORE — Imagine inviting your best friends over for a nice, home-cooked meal. Executed well, that ranks as one...

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Top Car Salesman Reveals Shocking Sales Secret

You’ll never guess how the top salesman for Singapore’s best-selling brand does it SINGAPORE — Okay, we're sorry. It's not really...

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How does a Toyota Prius run after 320,000km?

  One testing body tracked down a 320,000km Prius and put it through the wringer. The results surprised even them HOW...

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Zen and the joy of deep job satisfaction

KT Chang has sold cars for nearly four decades, but why he does it might come as a huge surprise to youSINGAPORE...

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Under Cover Assignment

Singapore is a place where appearances count. A common dream is flashy cars, bling, and lots of style - but...

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Genesis G90: Driving "Hyundai's Lexus"

The Genesis G90 is Korea's answer to the BMW 7 Series. Does it measure up to the best from Germany?...

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How These Ladies Make Singaporeans Smile

Is it possible to have a job that helps others feel happy? If you’re a Toyota Concierge, yes. SINGAPORE —...

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McLaren F1: 24 years young

24 years after its launch, is McLaren's F1 still the ultimate supercar? Download the press kit from its 1992 launch and...

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The secret journey of a brand new car

A new car isn’t ready to drive straight out of the factory. In fact, readying it for the road takes...

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Every new car should come with these...

Are you missing out on these seven things that every new car ought to come with?SINGAPORE — Given how much...

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How to stop a runaway car

Three tips that could save your life if unintended sudden acceleration happens SINGAPORE – It might be one of the...

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How a car warranty really works

Knowing the truth about a car’s warranty and how it works will help to ensure a happy ownership experienceSINGAPORE —...

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5 Questions Any Singapore Car Salesman Should Answer

  A few simple test questions that can help put you on the road to car-owning bliss SINGAPORE — So...

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How do COEs really work?

When is the best time to buy a car, given what COE market is doing? And are car dealers really...

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Can you really afford a car in Singapore?

  Buying a car is just the first step of your ownership journey. Here’s a breakdown of what else to...

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Singapore car loans: Here’s what you need to know

Buying a car in Singapore usually requires financing, but the process of getting a car loan doesn’t have to be...

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Should you buy a used car in Singapore?

  Second-hand, used, pre-owned... whatever you call it, it'll be cheaper than a new car, right? That’s not the whole...

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Michelle Rodriguez has driven faster than you

  Have you cracked the magic 300km/h? If not, prepare to have your manhood challenged... WE DON’T KNOW if Michelle...

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8 acronyms every Singapore car buyer needs to know

It’s one thing to mind your Ps and Qs, but what on earth is a PQP? Don’t fret if you...

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Are Sedans Irrelevant?

Singapore - As CarBuyer has reported in recent times, it’s truly the era of the sports utility vehicle (SUV) now....

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New Cars 2016: Maserati

  Fiat Chrysler begins production of the Levante, Maserati's first luxury SUV, slated for Singapore later this year What: LevanteWhen:...

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Opinion: Satellite Of Love...Or Hate?

  An always-on, always watching ERP system has many potential pitfalls (This column was originally written in October 2014, CarBuyer...

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New Cars 2016: Lexus

    Lexus turbocharges its old '250' models, and unleashes the GS F, a performance-tuned variant of the executive sedan...

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New Cars 2016: Land Rover / Range Rover

  Land Rover/Range Rover's second soft-top SUV is a fashionable baby crossover with 240hp What: Range Rover Evoque ConvertibleWhen: TBAHow...

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Opinion: Cross Island, Cross Eyed

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. Photo by the authorThe Cross Island MRT shows just how crossed-up conservation priorities are in Singapore...

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New Cars 2016: Lamborghini

    Lambo's smallest baby the LP580-2 gets the rear-wheel drive treatment, while the LP610-4 Spyder goes topless in 2016 What: Huracan...

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New Cars 2016: Kia

  A diesel-powered Carens, a boldy styled Sportage and a more refined Optima to be added to Kia's local pricelist...

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New Cars 2016: Jeep

  American SUV-maker Jeep's all-new Renegade readies itself to enter the Singapore car market this year What: RenegadeWhen: TBAHow Much:...

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New Cars 2016: Infiniti

  Infiniti to release its first premium compact crossover the Q30, a refreshed twin-turbo Q50 sedan, and the huge QX80...

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Video: How to escape a sinking car

SINGAPORE — The tragic Alexandra Canal drowning might have you wondering what to do if your car ever plunges into deep...

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New Cars 2016: Hyundai

    Hyundai looks to boost Elantra sales with a redesigned interior and revised front chrome grille What: ElantraWhen: Q2...

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New Cars 2016: Honda

    Honda to release the new turbocharged Civic, six-seater MPV Jade RS and a very expensive hybrid AWD Legend...

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New Cars 2016: Ford

  SINGAPORE -  What: Focus RSWhen: TBAHow Much: Above $160,000 with COEThe new high-performance pocket rocket from Ford gains all-wheel...

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New Cars 2016: Ferrari

  Ferrari to deliver its latest 4.0-litre biturbo V8 topless horse, the 488 Spider, and the already sold out V12...

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Singapore Motor Show 2016: 10 stars of the show

    From hatchback to SUV, we pick ten cars that tick all the right boxes at year’s Singapore Motor...

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New Cars 2016: Citroën DS Automobiles

  DS Automobiles takes its first stab as a standalone brand with the facelifted DS 5 What: 5 (facelift)When: Q1...

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Singapore Motor Show 2016: Master list of cars

    Should you bother to see the motor show on Friday? This list of the stars will help you...

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New Cars 2016: Citroën

    Exterior refreshments and a 230Nm of torque 1.2-litre turbo engine makes Citroën's C4 hatchback pretty hot What: C4 (facelift)When: Q1...

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New Cars 2016: Chrysler

  Not at all spartan, Chrysler's new 300C gets a mid-life facelift and updated tech to take on the new...

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New Cars 2016: Chevrolet

  The new Chevrolet Cruze cruises into Singapore this year What: Cruze sedanWhen: First HalfHow Much: TBA While the US...

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Singapore Motorshow 2016: Russ Swift tells all

The precision driver tells us about the unique challenge of performing in Singapore, how he often gets it embarrassingly wrong,...

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New Cars 2016: Bentley

  Bentley's new SUV, the Bentayga, could possibly be 2016's most luxurious off-roader What: Bentayga SUVWhen: Second half How Much:...

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A Malaysian comedian reviews his Wira… and the results are hilarious

  Watch stand-up comedian Jason Leong deliver a review full of love and delusion WE ALL KNOW the automotive legend...

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New Cars 2016: Audi

Audi will debut new R8 sports car and A4 1.4 sedan in Singapore this year  What: R8 When: Q1 2016...

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New Cars 2016: Aston Martin

  Aston Martin's new DB11 poised to cause a stir in Singapore this year What: DB11When: Second half How Much:...

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The fast and the delicious

  The Carbuyer team visits five of Singapore’s best café/restaurants in Mazda’s stylish new MX-5 SINGAPORE — The new Mazda...

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How drivers and cyclists can get along

  Drivers and cyclists CAN share the road, says Leow Ju-Len. All it takes is a little humility. SINGAPORE — Drivers...

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Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special review: Ram Rod

  The Night Rod Special might be something of an oddity within Harley-Davidson, but that’s a large part of its...

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Video: A Christmas gift guide

Christmas is around the corner, and if you're like us you haven't gotten round to any shopping. But if there's...

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Could this be Toyota's next sports car?

SINGAPORE -   This is actually a photo of the new Toyota Prius. No, we haven't lost our minds, but...

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The 6th Great Hyundai Fuel Economy Challenge 2015 Kuantan

  Held by Komoco Motors, the Hyundai Fuel Economy Challenge pits drivers against one another to see who can cover...

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Video: Roadster revival

  The owner of a lovely 1965 Triumph Spitfire has a go in the new Mazda MX-5. Find out what...

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10 reasons why automatic cars are all wrong

  Automatic cars are lame. Everyone knows that. If you didn’t, read on to find out why driving a manual...

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She decides how your BMW smells

BMW has only one fragrance designer on its staff. And she has the power to alter your mood SINGAPORE — One...

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Pressing this button could cost you $100 a year

  This button deactivates a fuel-saving device, so using it all the time will cost you SINGAPORE — Modern cars...

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The surprising origins of BMW M

Would BMW's brilliant M cars have come about if not for a key man lured from Ford 43 years ago?...

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Video: The Karting Arena review

We take a spin at The Karting Arena to see if motor drive beats petrol power when it comes to...

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Video: How to beat the haze

  SINGAPORE — With no signs of the haze letting up, we team up with Channel NewsAsia's First Look Asia...

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5 Tips All New Drivers Should Know

Singapore - Yes, we’re old, we’re even writing about helmets and hair-loss, probably only slightly wiser for it too. Which...

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The truth about helmets and your hair

  If you’re a man, your greatest fear in life (apart from flying cockroaches) is to wake up one day...

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Video: Testing Volvo's self-driving tech

One of CarBuyer's resident gargoyles lets the Volvo XC90 test drive itself... in the hands of a guest reviewer from...

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How Mazda is designing its destiny

Mazda is one of Singapore's most exciting brands this year, especially with the all-new MX-5 on the way. Here's the...

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Video: On track with Mercedes-AMG

Hooning about at the KF1 Circuit with the gorgeous GT S and its four-door sibling...SINGAPORE — Take a Mercedes-AMG GT S...

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Video: Two simple ways to save money on tyres

What dirty secrets are your car's tyres whispering about you?SINGAPORE — Everyone thinks of tyres are these black, mute things,...

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Video: The first Singapore GP

  Comb your hair into a pompadour and travel back to the 1960s with us, as Cruise Control looks at...

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Video: Why nobody waxes any more

Keeping your car shiny used to mean hours of applying wax... and rubbing it off. Well, not any more SINGAPORE...

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Four makan places to hit in Johor

The Ringgit is low, our appetites are high and only the open road stands between us and culinary Nirvana. Good...

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Inside the best rallying team in the world

  CarBuyer takes you behind the scenes with Team Volkswagen Motorsport, hands down the most successful outfit in the gruelling...

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The strange, unlikely origins of the BMW 3 Series Touring

How one man single-handedly gave birth to a whole new kind of car, and a smash hit for BMWMUNICH, GERMANY...

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How the BMW M3 became a winner

”This car was born to win titles”MUNICH, GERMANY — While the 3 Series has never been overtaken on the sales charts,...

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Happy Birthday, BMW 3 Series!

BMW’s seminal 3 Series has just turned the big 4-0, which means it’s been four decades since its sparked of...

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Braking Bad: We learn how to race Porsches at Sepang

  The 911 Turbo is stupid fast, but that's a good thing. A first-time track driver takes on Malaysia’s Sepang...

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BMW ConnectedDrive: Infotech Highway

SINGAPORE - You can't escape, it's in your face everyday and it's taking over the minds of your children. I'm...

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Meet Bridgestone’s concierge

Quality tyres should come with a quality retail experience. That’s the general idea behind a concierge service from BridgestoneSINGAPORE — Meet...

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Taking Apple Car Play for a test drive

A new head unit from Pioneer pairs seamlessly with your iPhone SINGAPORE — If you have a car and a...

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Charging Ahead

  Made in Singapore: Electric taxis designed to reduce urban pollution and promote sustainable mobility SINGAPORE — “Normally now I...

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Lexus RC F: Track Tested At Sepang

The 470bhp Lexus RC F is meant as a luxo-fast coupe, but how does the big V8 fare on track?...

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Stamford Tyres Synergy @ Kaki Bukit

  Located in the latest automotive hub in the east side of Singapore, the Stamford Tyres Mega Mart Synergy @...

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Video Wednesday: A new kind of Harley

  SINGAPORE — Harleys may be synonymous with comfy, air-cooled behemoths, but can a new generation of smaller water-cooled bikes reach...

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Lookback: APi Racing Track Day

  The yearly API Racing Sepang Trackday is almost upon us! Jointly Organised by APi Racing Asia Pacific and Lifestyle...

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EMMA Singapore Fast Facts!

What is EMMA?The European Mobile Media Association, or EMMA in short, was founded way back in 2000. What was initially...

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Rev Rides: Obakemono! (Nissan GT-R CBA-R35)

Believe it or not, the nickname “Godzilla/Gojira” was a nickname given to the Skyline GT-R, not by the Japanese, but...

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Pioneer Releases The AVH-X8750BT Flagship

SINGAPORE- Pioneer Electronics has launched its newest flagship multimedia receiver, the AVH-X8750BT.The new generation Multimedia receiver provides expanded smartphone connectivity...

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What Bangkok’s motor show had that ours didn’t

Here’s why the Bangkok International Motor Show is way more important than Singapore's motor show. And check out these highlights...BANGKOK,...

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Rev Rides: Red Devil (Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk6)

Gaining foothold in the world of hot hatches was never meant to be a stroll in the park, with fine...

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Bridgestone RE003 Launch

  Offering sharp responsive turn-in, direct steering feel and greater cornering stability than the RE002 without sacrificing comfort, the new...

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This is what a Defender by Paul Smith looks like

27 exterior colours, a hand-painted bee on the roof, satin wheels and more... You'll find them on this one-off Land...

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What the “F” is going on with Lexus?

We speak to a Lexus insider about how the brand is letting its hair down. And how one man makes...

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Video Wednesday: What Young People Want

  SINGAPORE - This week, the Channel NewsAsia cameras zoom in on young drivers as our elderly editors try to find...

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REV Rides: Mitsubishi Lancer CS3

The Mitsubishi Lancer CS3 was once the most affordable saloon available on our local shores. It provedto be a big...

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The Future Is Yummy

  Imagine this: You're stuck in traffic and you decide to detour for a meal. You want a pizza with...

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Video Wednesday: How to drive on snow

  This week on Channel NewAsia's Cruise Control segment, we get to grips with slippery snow!SINGAPORE — Our trip to BMW's...

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Rev Rides: Hybrid Fury (Honda CR-Z)

The Honda CR-Z is Honda’s brave attempt to blend fun driving dynamics with fuel efficiency. Two years ago, we were...

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BMW brings its Driving Center to Seoul

  A new driving centre in nearby Seoul will let you play with BMWs all day. But wait till you...

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Stay Legal: Phone And Tablet Mounts

  Photos: Stamford TyresThe ban on driving while using a mobile telephone, or more commonly referred to as “handphone driving”,...

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Video Wednesday: Let's go karting

Watch our chief editor get schooled in the art of driving by world champ Flavio Camponeschi... SINGAPORE — This week, Channel...

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Opinion: Uneasy Riders

  This opinion story was originally printed in CarBuyer #228, but since then motorcycle COE prices have skyrocketed to nearly...

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M-Tek Power Kit Experience Day

  On a sunny Tuesday, a small workshop saw a bustling activity as the team from M-Tek - landed in...

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A chat with Danny Kubasik

  We speak to Danny Kubasik, Managing Director and Founder of mcchip-dkr, the German chip tuners offering vehicle software optimization....

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Tune Up: Brake Pad Material

Brake pads are a crucial part of a braking system. These pads generate friction which provides the stopping power needed...

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Rev Rides: King of Sound (Honda Civic)

  The EMMA Asia Finals might have concluded a couple of weeks ago in Thailand, but the atmosphere within the...

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These headlights cost $42,000

BMW's Laserlights come at a heart attack price. What makes them so special?SINGAPORE - Headlights in Singapore are practically (but not...

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Rev Rides: Honda Civic Type-R

Purists might have reservations regarding Honda’s take on creating a bigger, wider and heftier track car when the Civic Type...

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Real Legends Parade: Jeeps and Harleys invade Sports Hub

The National Stadium played host to a $10 million parade of American metal on Saturday   SINGAPORE — The National Stadium at...

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Singapore Motor Show 2015: Hot Chicks

No motor show is complete without the requisite eye candy to make the cars look good. We pick out some...

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News Analysis: Attack of the Sporty SUVs

Seven years ago, when BMW unveiled the X6, many mocked and laughed at the concept, deriding it as insanity. One...

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REV Rides: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 9

Before we begin arguing if it’s “grey” or “gray”, focus on of the magnificent creation from Mitsubishi. A rally legend....

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REV Feature: Gear Up with ZF!

Arguably the largest gearbox manufacturer in the world, ZF, is no stranger to ensuring that their products and services are...

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Mods: Fuel Surge Tank

  Often when we drive ourvehicles on the public roads, we only make useof about a quarter, or atcertain times,...

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Rev Rides: Suzuki Swift 1.5A

Some may have seen this little black dot approaching them really quickly in the rear view mirror, usually, on Sepang....

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Rev Interview: Dato Razlan Razali

  Pictures: Sepang International CircuitThe team at REV gets on a personal, one-on-one conversation with the man behind the helm...

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Audi Sport quattro 1984: Retro rocket

At the end of 2013, we enjoyed a very exclusive drive in one of the most interesting cars ever to...

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The vehicle DVR buyer’s guide

  What is that? Sometimes referred to as a dashboard camera or a vehicle “blackbox”, a vehicle DVR is simply...

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Rev Rides: VW Golf GTI

  It is breathtakingly fast. Never hadwe seen something as incredible as this; all this gargantuan fire-power packed into the...

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Rev Rides: Toyota Hiace

  When it comes to maximising thequality of in-carentertainment(ICE) systems, there is no denying that cabin space is essentially one...

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Does plug-in hybrid tech really work in Singapore?

To find out, we drive a Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid for a day. The results are surprising, to say the...

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Rev Rides: Subaru Impreza WRX

From the get-go, Fuji Heavy Industries is one massive Japanese corporation. Since its inception, it was heavily involved in the...

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Lifestyle Motorsports Grassroots Autotest

  Scores of traffic cones, red-white taped markers and demarcated zones; the typical signs of a driving test of sorts....

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Revealed: BMW’s electrifying future

To stay ahead of increasingly pesky carbon emissions regulations, BMW is relying on what it does best: engineering MIRAMAS, FRANCE...

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Is this the perfect car for Singapore?

This plug-in hybrid version of the BMW 3 Series could be the perfect car for Singapore. Here's why. MIRAMAS, FRANCE...

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Rev Rides: Toyota Vios

The Toyota Vios might come acrossto the majority as a practical mode  of transport with fuss-free ownership prospects. Indeed, judging...

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Children of China’s wealthy collect supercars in America

How many exotic machines can you spot in this video taken at a supercar meet-up in California? WHAT BETTER WAY...

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Rev Rides: Toyota Estima

When in comes to vehicle modification, there’s no denying that sheer volume translates to more freeplay for customisations. Apart from...

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Rev Rides: Subaru Impreza WRX STI

  It doesn’t take much than a keen ear in a quiet establishment to know what car is pulling into...

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Singapore's small car options

Let's face it: paying over $100,000 for a small car does seem like a ridiculous proposition. But sadly that's the...

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Rev Rides: Toyota Celica 1600 GT

The Bushido code, an ancient set of principles that Japanese samurai lived by. These were also considered to be the...

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Rev Rides: State Of Stance

Plunging into the “dark depths” of automotive modifications can be considered to be pretty huge commitment, especially from a financial...

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Rev Rides: White Warrior

  Six years was all it took for the Honda Accord in JDM trim to realise its aesthetic appeal even...

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Rev Rides: Sakura Mankai

  Cherry blossoms have a special place in the hearts of the Japanese. These delicate flowers have been celebrated by...

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Rev Rides: Lady Scarlet

  There is nothing quite as frightening as a lady all dressed in red, standing perfectly still in a desolate...

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REV Rides: White Rage (Mitsubishi Lancer CS3)

To most of us, cars are best regarded as daily haulers with only one purpose, which is to ferry passengers...

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Rev Rides: Pioneer-ing The Future!

It pulled fans from every corner of the globe, mainly due to its practicality, reliability and sporty aesthetics when compared...

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Rev Rides: Purp it up!

It is said that a person’s personality can be seen through his expressions. Rumour has it that a smiling individual...

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Singapore GP: Why Infiniti married Red Bull

Infiniti is allegedly spending $92 million to sponsor Red Bull Racing. Here’s why. SINGAPORE — When the starting lights go...

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100 Years of Maserati – Picture Special

  MODENA, ITALY - 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of Maserati's founding, and the celebrated Italian marque has had an...

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REV Rides: Perfect Purple (Honda Civic)

It is said that a person’s personality can be seen through his expressions. Rumour has it that a smiling individual...

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M-Track Express

  CLARK, THE PHILIPPINES -When you buy a BMW, you don't just get a car. In Singapore at least, given...

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Can you guess the best-selling car here?

  Toyota is leading a Japanese fightback, but the number one model in Singapore could well surprise youSINGAPORE — Registration...

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REV Rides: Pandora's Box (Toyota Hiace)

  They said that time is a luxury, never something material, never something physical. A luxury has never been so...

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Stingy Mr Cooper

  BANGKOK, THAILAND -We've driven the third generation 'New' MINI a few times now, in various guises, both in Singapore...

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4 trends shaping car engines

    SINGAPORE — WHAT DO THE new Mercedes C-Class and the Infiniti Q30 have in common? They both have...

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Analysis: What are the ‘premium’ cars in Cat A?

CarBuyer's very own article recently caused quite a bit of a stir, by once again reigniting the debate over whether...

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Honda CR-X

The internet is full of the question: What does CR-X stand for? While "CR" is has been mostly explained as...

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Track test: Audi R8 V10 at Sepang

  We drive the stunning R8 V10 plus Coupe at Sepang to find out if it's as good as a...

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The Black Phantom (Audi A5)

  The long-nosed Focke Wulf FW-190 fighter was possibly one of the most iconic mid-war fighters of World War II....

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Q&A: McLaren design boss Frank Stephenson

SINGAPORE — A year ago CarBuyer sat down with McLaren design chief Frank Stephenson for a chat. He had just...

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Project Venom

This codename was chosen to work cohesively with this aggressive theme, in order to bring out the front fascia of...

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Farewell, Volvo XC90

  After 12 long years in service, Volvo's XC90 is finally being retired. Here's everything you need to know about...

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Intake ManIfold

  There is no perfect air intake. Every air intake system or setup has core, inherent weaknesses; different or similar...

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Driving a BMW... indoors!

SINGAPORE — This is interesting. I’ve never driven a car inside a building before, let alone an air-conditioned one. But...

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Primed & ready! (Proton Satria Neo)

Just like sheep that are herded by physical boundaries, so are the responses of many when they hear of the...

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Racer for a day - Michelin Pilot Sport Experience 2014

SEPANG, MALAYSIA — Leow Ju-Len attends the Michelin Pilot Sport Experience 2014, and finally achieves his boyhood dream of being a...

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Shock & Awe!

Since the days of childhood remembered, many have been lamenting over the fact that the Decepticons in the Transformers series...

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Far From Civilised

You might wonder the reason behind featuring another Honda Civic in our ICE section. They might be similar in intent...

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In pictures: Bentley goes racing

  You might think of Bentleys as ultra expensive wheels for the mega-wealthy, but the brand has a rich racing...

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BMW X5 - A sweet Bromance

  Is BMW’s X5 more soft-roader than off-roader? We leave Singapore and drive one to an active volcano to find...

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Sleeper Agent

A sleeper agent is possibly one of the most terrifying kinds of secret agents in the world. Nestled deep into...

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Dukes, No Hazard

  Mission Brief: Go test two Ducati superbikes on track. The new Panigale 899 and the previously-launched Panigale S We...

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Surf’s Up!

When we first caught a glimpse of this hover-like craft, we thought we had made contact with an extraterrestrial from...

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Analysis: Everybody's Crossing Over

  If you flip through the pages of CarBuyer Singapore every month, chances are, you’ll find a number of cars...

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Fabulously X-Treme Honda Civic Type R

Created from the skilled hands of craftsmen from its birthplace of original at Suzuka, Japan, the Honda Civic Type R...

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Braking Bias and you.

We were always educated about how “Power is nothing without Control”, hence we chase after the one aftermarket part that...

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Slot into high braking performance!

Everyone knows now essential a set of brakes are to a car. Without proper, functioning brakes, a vehicle is considered...

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In pictures: Mercedes' GLA party

SINGAPORE - Last Thursday saw the launch of the Mercedes GLA-Class here, and as always the crew from the three-pointed star...

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Revealed: Mini's plans for 2014

Be prepared for a slew of new MINI models to grace the funky MINI Habitat showroom along Leng Kee Road...

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So You Think You Can Park?

Just how good is Hyundai's Smart Parking Assist System? We pit ourselves against a Miss Singapore Universe beauty queen to...

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Analysis: How small cars are a big deal for Mercedes

Mercedes-Benz is no longer focused only on large, elegant luxury cars. Here are three reasons its small car strategy is...

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Check out this unbelievably sexy Mini...

GOT A NAPKIN handy? Prepare to wipe up that drool as we present pictures of the Mini Superleggera Vision. That’s...

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Mountings: The Hardened Truths

The experience of unexpected thumps and increasing vibrations within the cabin are tell-tale signs that something is need of dire...

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Oil Pan Baffle

Common advice for taking precaution before hitting the tracks will include the installation of basic tuning parts, such as the...

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Fiorano and Ferrari's 458 Speciale - a wet dream

MARANELLO, ITALY - On every Ferrari there's a Manettino. It's a simple switch on the steering wheel that's filtered down from...

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Q&A: Kazuhito Imaizumi, assistant chief engineer of the Lexus ES

Kuala Lumpur - Who better to help us understand the heart and soul of the new Lexus ES than a man...

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