Posts Tagged ‘motoring’
Friday, October 2nd, 2020
Hyundai Singapore showcased the new 2021 Avante 1.6 sports sedan in its Komoco showroom in Singapore. The car has already been homologated in Singapore and should be in by November 2020.
Two trims are available in Singapore: Avante 1.6 “S”, Avante 1.6 “Elite”.
The theme for Hyundai’s design for the 2021 Avante is “Sensuous Sportiness”.
“Parametric Dynamics” is the phrase Hyundai designers use to describe the dramatic look of the all-new 2021 Hyundai Avante 1.6.

Dashboard of the 2021 Hyundai Avante 1.6.
The design departs from traditional smooth surfaces to use bold lines and geometric shapes to trigger a reaction in the beholder.
Komoco Motors unveils the new Hyundai 2021 Avante 1.6 in its showroom in Singapore.
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Tags:Avante, Elante, Hyundai, launch, motoring, new arrivals, previews, Singapore
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Wednesday, March 11th, 2020
Hyundai Motor is showing a preview of its 2021 Elantra at a world premiere event in Hollywood. Teaser video below.
Update (2 October, 2020):
Komoco Motors has brought in the new Avante (Singapore & Korean name for the Elantra) to Singapore for a preview in its showroom.

The upcoming seventh-generation Elantra features an edgy and aggressive look based on parametric shapes and textures, which reflects Hyundai’s new design identity.
The world premier press conference will take place at 7 p.m. PT on Mar. 17, at The Lot Studios in West Hollywood, Calif. and will be livestreamed around the world.
The Elantra is Hyundai’s bestselling car globally, with more than 13.8 million Elantra/Avante models sold since its introduction in 1990.

The ‘Immersive Cocoon’ interior layout creates a driver-focused user experience.
The new Elantra returns to its sport sedan roots with a ‘Parametric Dynamics’ design theme.
The new vehicle platform offers a sporty four-door-coupe look with longer, lower and wider proportions.
Teaser video and more details below from the press release.
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Tags:Avante, cars, Elantra, Hyundai, motoring, previews
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Sunday, March 8th, 2020
Having test-driven the Audi TT Coupé 2.0 TFSI S tronic for the past week – courtesy of Audi Singapore – I found the luxury sports car a thrilling ride suited for urban roads of Singapore. This is the conclusion of a two-part review following the test drive.

The Audi TT Coupé 2.0 TFSI S tronic hits 100kph in 5.9 seconds.
The front-wheel driven car is powered by a bigger 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that puts out 227bhp and 370Nm of torque, which is plenty light 1,285kg that the facelift weighs.
The ride for the Audi TT Coupé 2.0 TFSI S tronic is firm, while the steering is light but precise.
Mid-drive acceleration is responsive especially in Sport mode with the maximum 370Nm at 1,600rpm.
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Tags:Audi, coupe, motoring, reviews, sports car, test drive, TT
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Saturday, March 7th, 2020
Tried out the Audi TT Coupé 2.0 TFSI S tronic last week to check out the latest facelift for the luxury sports car. This is the first half of the review, which concludes tomorrow.

It’s been more than 25 years since the Audi TT concept car was first showcased in 1995 at the IAA in Frankfurt. The first Coupé premiered in 1998, with the 2nd generation in 2006 and the 3rd gen in 2014.
This latest update to the Audi TT Coupé sees the new direct injection 2.0 TFSI engine with 230hp replacing the previous 180hp 1.8 TFSI.
It’s been more than 25 years since the Audi TT concept car was first showcased in 1995 at the IAA in Frankfurt.
The design vocab of the Audi TT Coupé comprises geometric shapes, circles and strong lines. Managed to find matching environs to shoot the car.
The first Coupé premiered in 1998, with the second generation in 2006 and the third generation in 2014.
The latest Audi TT Coupé is now more masculine, progressive and sportier.
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Tags:Audi, coupe, motoring, reviews, sports car, test drive, TT
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Sunday, January 12th, 2020
The e-tron full-size SUV is Audi’s first full-electric model and was launched in Singapore at the Singapore Motorshow 2020, together with the new Audi A1 Sportback, Audi Q3 and new variant of the Audi A7 Sportback. Prices below.

The Audi e-tron full-size SUV is Audi’s first full-electric model.
Audi also celebrates two years of successful implementation of “Audi on demand” in Singapore.
In terms of performance, the two electric motors produce up to 300kW to the four wheels, making the car an electric quattro that’s capable of tackling any terrain.
Launch of the Audi e-tron at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
A full charge gives the car a range of over 400km.
in addition, the car features an exceptionally effective recuperation strategy with its integrated electrohydraulic brake control system.
Markus Schuster, Managing Director of Audi Singapore, on the Audi e-tron.
Audi is the first carmaker to use such a solution in an electrically powered series production vehicle.
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Tags:Audi, automobiles, cars, e-tron, electric, events, motoring, motorshow, new arrivals, Singapore Motorshow, Singapore Motorshow 2020, Sportback
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Saturday, January 11th, 2020
The Maserati Levante GTS is equipped with a 3.8-litre Twin Turbo V8 engine, one of the most powerful engines ever fitted in a Maserati. Prices below.

Dashboard of the new Levante GTS. Image courtesy of Tridente Automobili.
A high performance variant built around a muscular twin-turbo V8 Ferrari-built engine, the 2020 Levante GTS brings the GT philosophy to the SUV segment in its purest form.
The Electrified Future of Maserati
2020 is an exciting year for Maserati, and the beginning of an electrified future for the brand. Maserati has revealed that all future Maserati vehicles will feature an electric variant, starting with the Ghibli that will be launched with a hybrid powertrain in the first half of 2020.
Maserati will also premiere their all-new sports car with a grand global launch in May 2020.
The exterior of the Levante GTS features a new, more aggressive design with subtle performance and aerodynamic enhancements that hint at the maximum potential of the 530bhp engine.
The rear-biased four-wheel drive system ensures that the Levante GTS delivers extreme off-road capabilities and on-road racing dynamics.
The V8 engine produces a staggering 530 bhp and 730 Nm of torque.
0 to 100 km/h takes an exhilarating 4.3 seconds, with top speed at 291 km/h.
Launch of the Maserati Levante GTS at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
Maserati is displaying its full range of models at the Singapore Motorshow 2020, from the executive luxury Quattroporte flagship sedan, the striking Ghibli sports sedan, and the Levante ‘Maserati of SUVs’, to the iconic GranCabio.
Prices below.
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Tags:automobiles, cars, electric, events, Ghibli, GranCabrio, Gransport, Komoco, Levante, Maserati, motoring, motorshow, new arrivals, Quattroporte, Singapore Motorshow, Singapore Motorshow 2020
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Friday, January 10th, 2020
Komoco Motors brings in more electrified powertrains of Hyundai in its commitment to a sustainable environmentally-friendly future.
Hyundai launches the 2020 Hyundai Venue with Smartstream Gamma II 1.6 engine – at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
The Singapore Motorshow 2020 saw the Southeast Asia debut of Hyundai’s sub-compact urban SUV – Hyundai Venue, equipped with new Smartstream Gamma II 1.6 engine with Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT).
Hyundai’s current models in Singapore include:
- Hyundai Accent
- Hyundai KONA Electric
- Hyundai i30N
- Hyundai i30 Turbo Hatchback
- Hyundai Tucson 1.6 Turbo
Its second generation electrification was manifested in the newly enhanced Ioniq Hybrid with a refreshed design; as well as the launch of the new Ioniq Electric with upgraded 38.3-kWh battery, capable of achieving a range of 311 km in total.
Enhancements to existing models include the Hyundai Santa Fe 2.4 with enhanced SmartSense, Advanced Safety and Convenience Technologies; as well as the locally enhanced Hyundai Avante 1.6.
More details below from the press release.
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Tags:automobiles, cars, electric, events, Hyundai, Ioniq, Komoco, motoring, motorshow, new arrivals, Singapore Motorshow, Singapore Motorshow 2020, Venue
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Thursday, January 9th, 2020
Singapore Motorshow 2020 is in town for four days from 9-12 January at Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre, Levels 3, 4 & 6. Tickets at S$6 each. Free for children below 120cm. Check out photos of the show here.

MG re-enters the Singapore market and launches 3 models at the Singapore Motorshow 2020.
More than 100 cars will be on display from more than 36 automotive brands, with 20 new automotive launches during the show.
Opening hours
- 9 Jan 2020 (Thurs): Early Preview
- 9 Jan 2020 (Thurs)
- 10 Jan 2020 (Fri)
- 11 Jan 2020 (Sat)
- 12 Jan 2020 (Sun)
Automotive brands launching new models or showcasing their ranges include Audi, BMW, BYD, Ducati, Hyundai, Jaguar, KIA, Land Rover, Lexus, MG, Maserati, Mazda, MINI, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Porsche, ŠKODA, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo.
Making his return to the Singapore Motorshow is three-time Guinness World Record holder and British precision driver, Russ Swift.
Sponsored by Subaru, the popular performance involves an exciting display of stunts throughout the 45-minute shows, which take place at least three times a day.
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Tags:events, MG, motoring, motorshow, Singapore Motorshow, Singapore Motorshow 2020
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Friday, January 12th, 2018
At the Singapore Motorshow 2018, Audi Singapore launched the Audi RS 5 Coupé and gave a preview of its key models for 2018 – including the Audi A8.
The new Audi A8 previewed at Singapore Motorshow 2018.
The German carmaker also presented its “25th Hour” exhibit, showed off its new digital retail concepts, and launched a new premium mobility service – Audi on demand.
Brought in specially for the preview at the Singapore Motorshow, the new Audi A8 is the first production automobile in the world to have been developed for highly automated driving.
Available at Audi Centre Singapore, the Audi RS 5 Coupé is priced at S$394,000 inclusive of COE and VES.
The Audi A8 will be launched in Singapore in H1 2018.
The gran turismo among the RS models, the new Audi RS 5 Coupé combines athletic power with harmonious aesthetics and practical everyday usability.
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Tags:Audi, Audi A8, Audi RS 5, coupe, motoring, motorshow, new arrivals, Singapore Motorshow, Singapore Motorshow 2018, vehTech
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Thursday, January 11th, 2018
At the Singapore Motorshow 2018, Subaru launches EyeSight Driver Assist Technology to enhances safety for its cars.

Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology provides the driver with extra awareness, safety, and added confidence. Here’s the Adaptive Cruise Control at work.
Motor Image, the exclusive distributor of Subaru vehicles across nine countries in Asia, today launched Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology at the Singapore Motorshow 2018.
Subaru models equipped with EyeSight
The new Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist Technology will be available on the Subaru Impreza, Legacy, Levorg, Outback and XV.
The new technology will complement Subaru’s other core technologies such as the Boxer Engine, Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and Subaru Global Platform.
EyeSight is a driving support system that uses a range of functions to assist the driver, providing a safer and comfortable driving experience.
Adding confidence to every trip, EyeSight uses stereo cameras to identify the surrounding vehicles, obstacles, traffic lanes and other items.
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Tags:EyeSight, motoring, motorshow, new arrivals, Singapore Motorshow, Singapore Motorshow 2018, Subaru, technology, vehTech
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