AutoTalk – A Conversation on Design, Technology and the Future of Driving

There’s a moment when you stand in front of the new BMW i3, and suddenly, everything just clicks. No, not in a dramatic way. More like a quiet realisation that something has definitely shifted. The proportions feel right, the tech feels intentional, and somehow, despite everything being new, it still feels like a BMW. Over conversations with Norman Wiebking, Stephan Durach and Oliver Heilmer, it becomes clear that this wasn’t accidental. Getting the ...

Read More
Joel BMW title image

I Stepped Inside The Factory That Will Build The New BMW i3

Visiting Munich again felt familiar to me. It carries the history of the BMW brand in a way that’s hard to miss (or forget). But stepping into their renovated plant for a preview was especially exciting; it felt like catching something just before it fully comes to life. We were told that we were among the first to witness the plant's operations. The second batch, to be exact. So there was ...

Read More

What does a BMW smell like? Inside the Odour Lab at BMW Plant Munich

An odour is defined as a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one. Or a lingering quality or impression that attaches to something. Step into BMW’s Odour Lab in Munich, and that definition takes on a more human dimension. Because smell, more than anything else, is emotional. "Going into the Odour Lab, I expected a facility that creates a signature scent for the brand. The reality couldn’t be more different." The things you don’t ...

Read More

70mai launches 360° Dashcam Omni

Dashcam Omni is a smart dash camera capable of capturing 360° viewing angles and providing anti-collision ADAS features. With a 140° field-of-view camera, the Omni provides drivers with flexible 360° viewing angles. Whilst it's not a full 360° recording, the camera features a 2-phase stepper motor that provides 340° of swivel, enabling the camera to capture its entire surroundings. The Omni's camera records with a 1080p resolution and up to 60 fps. ...

Read More

BlueSG Fleet Is Now Larger With 500 New Opel Corsa-e Units

A new EV model has recently joined BlueSG’s car-sharing fleet, and it’s a collaboration between BlueSG and Opel. The collaboration will see 500 new Opel Corsa-e units being added to the existing BlueSG network. These EVs are larger and more practical than the original Bluecar and serve to provide users with more options for point-to-point travel. This partnership was the shared vision between Opel and BlueSG, in a bid to provide more ...

Read More

Cycle and Carriage Kia Sets National Record For Singapore’s Longest Test Drive Relay

Cycle and Carriage Kia have set a new national record for Singapore’s Longest Test Drive Relay, featuring the latest Niro Hybrid. On 30th October, Cycle and Carriage Kia officially set a new national record for Singapore’s Longest Test Drive Relay. The challenge was covered by the all-new Niro Hybrid, and it achieved a distance of approximately 970.3 km on a single tank of fuel. This is the equivalent of travelling between ...

Read More

Exhilarating Finale To Toyota Gazoo Racing’s GT Cup Asia 2022

The Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) GT Cup Asia 2022 concluded on an exhilarating note after multiple rounds of action-packed racing.  The world of e-sports is now more lively than ever, and an increasing number of auto manufacturers are hosting exhilarating virtual championships. Toyota is a big player in this new sport, and the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) GT Cup Asia 2022 has just concluded on an exhilarating note on Saturday, 29 ...

Read More

Kärcher Brings Back Automated Car Washing To Singapore

Kärcher is bringing back automated car washs to our shores, with the official launch of its Klean!Star car wash gantry at Esso Lorong Chuan. The automated car wash gantry is poised to alleviate existing labour shortages, and its state-of-the-art system offers consistent and thorough cleaning with efficient use of manpower. This new system is also big on sustainability, as it recycles up to 85% of all the water used for each ...

Read More

DIGITAL DRIVE: The 5 best apps for every driver in Singapore

If you drive in Singapore, having these 5 must-have (FREE!) apps in your smartphone are guaranteed to make driving a hassle-free experience. Whether you’re a road warrior or just drive occasionally, there’s nothing worse than being unexpectedly inconvenienced. This could come in the form of getting lost or stuck in traffic. Or you could simply have insufficient value in your cash card just as you’re trying to exit the car park. ...

Read More

CIRCUIT BREAKER TIPS: Car mobile games to keep you entertained

Finding more time on your hands than usual? Stay entertained with these cool car mobile games! One way or another, we’ve all had some memorable experiences with car-related games, be they those good old days of classic Daytona racing at the arcade, Mario Kart-ing on an SNES console, or Gran Turismo (GT) on a Sony PlayStation.  While arcade machines are currently inaccessible and unless you’ve kept and maintained your old SNES or ...

Read More