Singapore Motorshow to showcase 37 automotive brands over 21,000 sq m

Singapore Motorshow 2026 returns from 8 to 11 January 2026 at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. This year’s edition spans 21,000 sq m of exhibition space across four levels, Levels 3, 4, 6, and the Level 1 Convention Centre atrium. 

Source: Singapore Motorshow 2026. Event poster.

More than 95% of the participating exhibitors at the Singapore Motorshow 2026 will be showcasing electric and hybrid vehicles, reflecting the industry’s accelerating shift toward sustainable mobility and aligning with Singapore’s vision of 100% cleaner energy vehicles by 2040. 

There will be a diverse range of mass-market electric models, premium hybrids, and performance electric vehicles (EVs). The EV lineup features Audi, AVATR, BMW, BYD, DEEPAL, Dongfeng, Forland, GAC, Honda, Hongqi, Hyundai, iCaur, IM Motors, Jaecoo, KIA, Leapmotor, Lexus, Maxus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG, MINI, NIO, Nissan, Omoda, ORA, Proton e.MAS, smart, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volvo, XPENG, and Zeekr.

Meanwhile, look out for hybrid vehicles from Yangwang and Denza.  

Car launches

Expect new models from Audi, AVATR, BMW, BYD, DEEPAL, Denza, Dongfeng, Forland, GAC, Honda, Honda Bikes, Hongqi, Hyundai, iCaur, Jaecoo, KIA, Leapmotor, Lexus, Maxus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG, MINI, NIO, Nissan, ORA, Proton e.MAS, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Volvo, XPENG, Yangwang and Zeekr.

Notably, Hongqi will make its official debut at the Singapore Motorshow 2026 with Eurokars Group, marking the brand’s entry into the Singapore market. Hongqi's launch will spotlight the E-HS9, the company's flagship electric sports utility vehicle (SUV), alongside a showcase of the ultra-luxury Guoli and Guoya models. 

Visitors stand a chance to win exclusive E-HS9 model cars by placing Hongqi’s iconic red flags on a Singapore map installation at the booth.

Meet the stars 

A number of Mediacorp celebrities will be on the showfloor for photo opportunities, including Elvin Ng, Paige Chua, Ayden Sng, Herman Keh, Cheryl Chou, Denise Camillia Tan, Seow Sin Nee, as well as Dennis Chew and Xixi Lim from ENCORE, as well as Kym Ng and Desmond Ng from Last but Not Least.  

Lucky draw

The highlight this year is the all-electric Dongfeng Box — Singapore’s best-selling electric hatchback — as the grand prize*. The Dongfeng Box reflects Volt Auto’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and making electric driving accessible to all. Featuring frameless doors, an automatic parking system, a 12.8" floating central control screen, and customisable ambient lighting, it balances style and functionality perfectly.

The lucky draw will be held on the final day of Singapore Motorshow 2026, 11 January 2026, at 9 pm. The winner will be announced on the Singapore Motorshow 2026 Facebook, Instagram and website on 21 January 2026.  

InTrigg Hobbies Slot Car Racing Challenge (Level 6)

Experience high-speed fun at the Singapore Motorshow 2026 with the free InTrigg Hobbies Slot Car Racing Challenge, where participants step up to the controller and race to complete 20 laps on a custom 1:32 scale slot car circuit for the daily top spot. Participation is free for all Singapore Motorshow 2026 visitors, simply present a same-day valid entrance ticket to register and enjoy one complimentary race per ticket, which includes a practice run followed by one official timed race.

Open to all ages, the challenge brings together real racing excitement and friendly competition, with live leaderboard updates running throughout the day. Results will be announced on @sgmotorshow on Instagram, and race winners will be contacted thereafter. 

Forland

​​Level 6 hosts the Forland booth, where visitors can try their hand at winning an exclusive travel getaway (available in limited quantities). This offer provides attendees with the opportunity to explore one of Asia’s most iconic cultural festivals in a renowned coastal city.

Lexus  

At the Lexus booth on Level 4, visitors can look forward to the Lexus Takumi Craftsmanship Zone, an exclusive lounge for Lexus customers, and light refreshments. Guests can also enjoy a playful Lexus mini golf game, adding a fun touch to the overall luxury experience. 

*The prize vehicle includes ARF but excludes COE or additional fees. Terms and conditions apply, and model colours may vary from the prize shown.

Xiaomi SU7 Ultra debuts in Gran Turismo franchise

Source: Xiaomi.

Xiaomi and Polyphony Digital at Round One of the Gran Turismo World Series 2025 that the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra — Xiaomi EV’s top-of-the-line high-performance luxury electric vehicle (EV) — will debut in the Gran Turismo 7 racing simulator for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The SU7 Ultra is the the first Xiaomi model featured in the franchise, and reflects the rise of smart high-performance EVs in the automotive industry.

Gran Turismo is widely recognised as one of the world’s most authentic driving simulators, with engineering parameters mirroring real-world performance.

Gran Turismo creator Kazunori Yamauchi highlighted at the partnership announcement event that the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra as a standout in the smart EV segment. He said: "The Chinese automotive industry has progressed rapidly, and Xiaomi — a newly established player in the automotive sector — has already created an exceptional vehicle, Xiaomi SU7, as a pivotal part of its comprehensive smart ecosystem, which spans smartphones and wearables to home appliances.

"Beyond this, Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Prototype has shattered conventional performance benchmarks at the Nürburgring. Witnessing these achievements, I am deeply moved by Xiaomi’s courage, curiosity, passion, and relentless dedication to realising such milestones. This spirit resonates profoundly with Gran Turismo and Polyphony Digital’s philosophy." 

Xiaomi EV's R&D team rigorously tests technologies like torque vectoring and adaptive damping at circuits including the Nürburgring Nordschleife, ensuring real-world safety and handling excellence translate to the driving experience. 

Lei Jun, Founder, Chairman, and CEO, Xiaomi Group said: "We deeply resonate with Mr Yamauchi's visionary philosophy of building a better society through technology. This aligns perfectly with Xiaomi's mission to let everyone in the world enjoy a better life through accessible and innovative technology. Our shared values paved the way for this collaboration.

"Gran Turismo's worldwide reputation for uncompromising quality and experience makes us particularly honoured to have Xiaomi SU7 Ultra included. We look forward to introducing more Gran Turismo players and automotive enthusiasts to the capabilities of high-performance smart EVs like ours."

Xiaomi's first smart EV, the Xiaomi SU7, debuted in 2024. The top-of-the-line Xiaomi SU7 Ultra integrates proprietary innovations, including Xiaomi’s HyperEngine V8s (27,200 rpm; 578 PS; 635 Nm)*, a self-developed trimotor configuration system. 

Engineered with up to 21 carbon fibre components (5.5 m² coverage) for optimal weight distribution and luxury craftsmanship, the EV design merges performance with elegance. With 1,548 PS, a top speed exceeding 350 kmph, and a maximum 0–100 kmph acceleration of 1.98 seconds, Xiaomi SU7 Ultra holds multiple track records for four-door vehicles. 

Zhoucan Ren, Chief Test Driver and Head of Vehicle Dynamics Development at Xiaomi EV, stated: "Our team will maintain a continuous presence at the Nürburgring to relentlessly refine our products and push the boundaries of what's possible in high-performance luxury vehicles."

*Rpm stands for revolutions per minute; PS for pferdestärke, a way to measure horsepower, and Nm or Newton metres is a unit of measurement for torque. All are indications of engine performance.  

The Subaru Tecnica International Package Edition lands in Singapore

Source: Motor Image Enterprise. The Forester e-Boxer Hybrid, BRZ and WRX STI Package Editions. Images for illustration purposes only.

The STI Package Editions for the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid, BRZ and WRX have arrived in Singapore.  Originally established to spearhead Subaru’s motorsport activities, Subaru Tecnica International (STI) has been the driving force behind the brand’s high-performance innovations, particularly in rally racing. Today, the STI badge stands as a symbol of Subaru’s dedication to precision engineering, reflecting its rich motorsport heritage.

According to Motor Image Enterprises (MIE), the STI Package Edition features exterior upgrades for sportier and sleeker styling for all vehicles.

Built for adventure, the Forester e-Boxer Hybrid has a spacious interior, impressive performance and advanced technology. This sport utility vehicle (SUV) stands out as the only Boxer engine vehicle with hybrid motor assist in its segment. It combines the performance of an engine with a low centre of gravity with the efficiency of the proven Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. 

Blending eye-catching styling cues with the Forester’s hallmark robustness, the returning STI Package Edition delivers a striking visual transformation to the SUV, giving the Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid a significantly sportier and more impactful presence. The Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid STI Package Edition boasts the following enhancements:

- STI front under spoiler
- STI front grille
- STI front side under spoiler
- STI side under spoiler and door garnish
- STI rear side under spoiler
- 19" STI performance rims (optional: 18")
- STI tail gate garnish
- STI door visor with chrome
- STI push engine switch
- STI shift knob leather
- STI sport pedal
- Welcome light 

The STI Package Edition enhances the BRZ's aerodynamics for greater high-speed stability, allowing for a more agile drive. Within the cockpit, leather accents such as the red-striped multifunction steering wheel and exclusive matching door cards emphasise a race-inspired aesthetic. The BRZ STI Package Edition for the second-gen BRZ features:

- STI front under spoiler
- STI side under spoiler
- STI rear under spoiler
- STI front fender garnish
- STI skirt lip
- 18" STI performance rims
- STI rear bumper diffuser
- STI dry carbon rear spoiler

The crowning glory is the exclusive carbon-fibre rear spoiler that expands downforce across the rear axle. Combining wind tunnel-honed composite curves with ultra-lightweight materials enables new levels of handling dexterity and stability. This STI Package edition signals the model's exclusive performance pedigree.

The WRX STI Package Edition is designed for thrill-seekers who crave style-matching with significant capability. The edition features:

- STI front under spoiler
- STI side under spoiler
- STI rear under spoiler
- STI rear under diffuser
- STI front grille
- 19" STI performance rims

The aerodynamic extensions to the front, sides, and rear complement, fuse seamlessly with the STI grille, while the exterior hints at the performance-tuned chassis refinements within.

Subaru’s core technologies allow drivers to experience the thrill of adventure with peace of mind. At the core of Subaru's safety and performance is a suite of key technologies, each integrating over 100 features to protect and empower drivers. Key technologies that define the Subaru experience include the: 

- Subaru Global Platform (SGP)
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (SAWD)
- Boxer engine
- EyeSight Advanced Driver Assist Technology  

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Visit Subaru Singapore’s showcase booth at the Singapore Motorshow 2025 (9 to 12 January) to explore these editions. The Subaru Forester e-BOXER Hybrid STI Package edition and the Subaru BRZ STI Package Edition will be available for purchase at the show, while the WRX Sedan STI Package Edition is not immediately available for purchase.

Interested buyers may also visit Subaru's showroom at 25 Leng Kee Rd, Singapore 159097.

Savvy tips for road trips from Kurnia Insurans

Deepavali, also known as the Festival of Lights, marks a long weekend in Singapore and Malaysia, when road trips come to the fore. Ensuring a safe, secure, and splendid trip is paramount, and this is when it’s imperative to remember that the journey is just as crucial as the destination itself, says Kurnia Insurans.

Some tips from Kurnia Insurans include:

The pre-trip vehicle check-up

● Ensure that your brakes and battery are not just functioning, but in good condition.

● Double-check the condition of your tyres and make sure all your lights are shining brightly.

● Before embarking on extensive journeys, a professional vehicle inspection can set the stage for a flawless trip.

Stay vigilant and take breaks

● Strategically plan ample rest stops, particularly for lengthy drives, to ward off drowsiness.

● Stock up on water and wholesome snacks, keeping energy levels high and attention focused.

● Engage with passengers, allowing them to play a role in navigation, or use audio to create a harmonious journey.

Mind the weather

● Get the latest weather updates, and be monsoon-ready in particular.

● In torrential downpours, reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and use your headlights for additional illumination.

● For those sunny spells, sunglasses are your best friend, protecting your eyes while ensuring clear and comfortable vision.

Safe driving practices

● Channel your attention to the road; resist the urge to attend to your mobile phone. If you do have to do so, check it at a safe stop.

● Be vigilant about traffic signs, signals, and road markings.

● Stick to your lane and be mindful of your speed, ensuring a smooth flow and reducing the risk of accidents.

Your emergency kit

● Ensure your emergency kit is complete with first aid essentials, a reliable flashlight, and indispensable tools.

● In an emergency, maintain your composure, prioritise your safety, and immediately reach out to your 24x7 insurance helpline.

● Familiarise yourself with the basic workings of your vehicle; knowing how to change a tyre and jumpstart your car.

By prioritising road vigilance and robust safety measures, you pave the way for a successful journey, Kurnia Insurans said. The company offers auto365 Comprehensive Plus, an economical car insurance option for Malaysian road explorers. The package includes comprehensive coverage, towing aid for accidents and breakdowns, a flood relief allowance, and special care for car keys and window snatch thefts. There is a three-year warranty on workmanship repairs.

New Sony car AV receivers support fully-wireless smartphone connections

Source: Sony. Sony has launched two new car AV receivers.

Sony has announced two new car AV receivers, the XAV-AX6000 and the XAV-AX4000. Both in-car media receivers feature fully-wireless smartphone connectivity, so drivers can use their phones even when the devices are in a pocket.

Thanks to a Wi-Fi connection from the user’s smartphone, together with the supplied GPS antenna, voice control can be used to navigate, communicate and play music on the road.

Apple CarPlay integrates iPhones with the car audio’s display and controls, enabling users to make phone calls, access music, send and receive messages, get directions optimised for traffic and more while the driver stays focused on the road. Third-party navigation apps are supported with Apple CarPlay. Android owners can talk to Google on Android Auto and stay connected, entertained and informed while keeping their eyes on the road.

The XAV-AX6000 has a 6.95" bezel-less flush surface display with capacitive touch screen, while the XAV-AX4000 has an anti-glare touch screen.

The XAV-AX6000 also supports HDMI connectivity.

Driving in Singapore more dangerous than you may think: ValueChampion

Although Singapore has among the lowest road mortality rates per capita in the world, ValueChampion says that it is actually more dangerous to drive in Singapore than many other well-developed countries. In a blog post updating research from 2017, Anastassia Evlanova, Senior Research Analyst at ValueChampion Singapore notes that there were 12.13 fatalities per 100,000 motor vehicles in 2019, higher than the rate in Japan or Australia.

"(The) per capita basis for measuring road safety paints a misleading picture of how safe it actually is to travel by car in Singapore. Instead, driving Singaporeans should consider the number of car accidents and fatalities per vehicle to be a more accurate reflection of road safety," she said.

According to Evlanova, road mortality rates per capita are typically similar to fatilities per 100,000 motor vehicles in countries where car ownership is high, whereas fewer households in Singapore own a car. When the majority of Singapore residents rely on public transport, road mortality rates per capita cannot be used for apples-to-apples comparisons with the same statistic in other countries.

ValueChampion creates guides and tools that make it easy to pay off debt, choose the best financial products and services and tackle major life goals like buying a house and saving for retirement.

*ValueChampion's findings are based on statistics culled from publicly accessible and official reports and datasets published by the Singapore government, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Pew, the United Nations and the World Health Organisation (WHO). The company collected data on the number of car accidents, fatal accidents, human population, vehicle population and road mortality rates for countries around the world to analyse trends in the frequency of car accidents from 2010 to 2019.

Gordon Murray Automotive's T.50 rewrites the supercar rulebook

- Engineered to be the most driver-centric supercar ever built

- Full exterior and interior reflect design purity and attention to detail

- The 3.9-litre V12 is the world’s lightest, highest-revving, most power-dense naturally-aspirated road car engine

Gordon Murray Automotive has unveiled its £2.36 million (before taxes) T.50 supercar globally in full for the first time, showing the finished exterior and interior design and confirming its technical specifications.

Improving on his acclaimed McLaren F1 “in every conceivable way”, Professor Gordon Murray CBE is leading the team that will begin building customer versions of the 986 kg supercar in January 2022. Murray’s design for the T.50 is the 50th in a line of race and road cars that he has penned over his 50-year career – both reasons combining to name the car T.50.

The T.50 has been engineered to be the purest, lightest, most driver-centric supercar ever. Its curb weight* of 986 kg is lower than the average supercar weight by almost a third. Thanks to the focus on light weighting, the car offers unparallelled levels of agility, responsiveness and driver focus.

The T.50 is a car that is created to be ‘alive’ at normal road speeds, not only when the revs climb past 10,000 rpm. It is powered by a 100% bespoke 3.9-litre, 663PS V12 engine that revs to 12,100 rpm, and features the most advanced and effective aerodynamics ever seen on a road car – aided by a 400 mm rear-mounted fan.

Source: Gordon Murray Automotive. The T.50 premieres globally.

The most dominant characteristics of the T.50 exterior design are its simple, beautiful lines and a timeless appearance. It is free from the wings, skirts and vents that can be found on most modern-day supercars. The clean surfaces are enabled by the most advanced and effective aerodynamics ever seen on a road car.

The purity of the silhouette is broken dramatically when the pair of dihedral doors rise up and forwards, coming to rest high above the passenger cabin. Inside, the driver-centric approach is clear, from the central, jet fighter-like driving position, to the aerospace-grade primary and secondary controls arranged in an ‘ergonomic bubble’ around the driver.

With a vision that the car, and every element of its componentry, would be considered ‘engineering art’, Professor Murray set out to create a vehicle that surpassed all others, fostering new levels of pride and connection among owners. British suppliers are responsible for every major component throughout the interior, as well as every facet of the car’s underpinnings – an attribute insisted upon by Murray who was determined that the T.50 would be a true British sports car.

From the record-breaking V12 engine and best lightweight transmission, to the world-first aerodynamic package and the titanium throttle pedal, every ingenious element is 100% bespoke and crafted to the highest quality by a British company that leads in its field.

Every T.50 customer has the opportunity to meet Professor Murray to discuss their car and personalise it inside and out. Part of this process includes a seat, steering wheel and pedals ‘fitting’ session – personalised to every owner – that will ensure the T.50 is ergonomically perfect and individualised.

Said Professor Murray: “Just 100 customers will share my vision, a car created to improve on the F1 formula in every conceivable way. With 30 years of technological and systems advancement, now, the time is right to design the greatest analogue driver’s car. I believe no other company could deliver what we will bring to market in 2022, producing this British supercar will be my proudest moment.”

“From the first touch of the titanium throttle pedal to the V12 screaming at 12,100 rpm, the driver experience will surpass any supercar ever built. No other road car can deliver the package of power, instant responsiveness and driver feedback in such a direct and focused way while remaining comfortable, refined and usable every day,” he said.

The ultimate, sensory-rich driving experience starts with the central driving position. The ‘jet-fighter’ style seating position affords an unhindered view out of the cabin, offering the type of pure driving experience usually associated with a single-seater race car layout.

Professor Murray believes that the engine contributes to at least 50% of a great driving experience. With this in mind, Murray set out to create the greatest ever V12. Murray detests carbon or plastic engine covers so, upon raising the twin gullwing openings that span the rear half of the car, the bespoke Cosworth GMA V12 engine sits proudly on display with its cam covers, primary exhaust manifolds and inlet trumpets all taking centre stage.

The Cosworth GMA unit hits the mark as the world’s highest revving, fastest-responding, most power-dense, and lightest road-going V12. In terms of aural enjoyment, the T.50's 12,100 rpm redline will definitely deliver on the wow factor. The car also features Direct Path Induction Sound – a system pioneered on the McLaren F1 and refined on the T.50 to channel the sound of the throttle-induced induction growl into the cabin.

A cold-air ram induction intake sits immediately above the driver’s head, and carefully crafted carbon fibre panels in the roof act as a loudspeaker, amplifying engine sound within the cabin. The system is actuated by throttle angle and not revs, so the T.50 is quiet and refined on part-throttle, growing louder as the throttle opens.

Inside the cabin, all of the T.50’s ergonomically-placed analogue controls are beautifully designed. From communicative steering, which delivers pinpoint accuracy, to the weighting of the six-speed manual transmission and titanium throttle pedal, the engineering focus has always been on perfection. During testing, the manual H-pattern gear-change motion and weighting was honed meticulously. Signed-off personally by Professor Murray, the T.50 provides ‘the ultimate gear-change’ – a tactile short throw with a narrow cross gate for smooth, crisp, satisfying gear-changes.

With minimal interference from driver aids, the driving experience is left to shine – importantly, electric stability programme (ESP) and traction control can be disabled entirely. The technologies that do influence performance – for example, the six aero modes enabled through active and interactive fan-assisted aerodynamics – enhance the drive experience.

The 400 mm rear-mounted fan expands the car’s performance capabilities significantly versus an ordinary ground-effect supercar. In partnership with the active rear spoilers and interactive diffusers, the fan helps to increase downforce by 50% (in Braking Mode 100% more downforce is generated); reduce drag by 12.5%; add around 50 Pferdestrke (PS) to the car’s output, in combination with ram-air induction; and cut braking distance by 16 km from 241.4 km/h.

Professor Murray commented that he is "100% happy" with the car. He said: “For the past 18 months, the T.50 team has lived and breathed the ethos of the car, accomplishing everything we set out to achieve and more. I couldn’t be happier with the car and the team – they’re by far the best I’ve ever worked with.”

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*Curb weight is the weight of a car without passengers or any cargo inside.

Rolls Royce to send off the Ghost with Zenith Collector's Edition

· Ingot made from 2009 Ghost concept 200EX commemorated in Ghost Zenith’s interior

· Blueprint-inspired artwork depicting technical data of 200EX engraved on centre console

· Contemporary complex marquetry celebrates Ghost’s dual passenger and driver nature

· Collection limited to only 50 examples

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is celebrating the success of the Rolls-Royce Ghost with an extremely limited Zenith Collector’s Edition of the luxury icon.

The Ghost is coming to the end of its tenure. When production began in 2009, patrons were drawn to its elegant lines and dynamic offering. It is the most successful Rolls-Royce motor car ever built, attracting young entrepreneurs who have reduced the average age of a Rolls-Royce customer to around 43.

Source: Rolls-Royce. The three colour ways for the Ghost Zenith Collection.

The 50 instances in the Ghost Zenith Collection will feature the highest levels of bespoke ever seen on a Ghost Collection car, the company said. An equally limited number of Phantom VII Zeniths were created in 2016 to celebrate the end of its the Phantom's reign. Such cars are highly sought after.

Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, commented, “The Ghost Zenith Collection presents an entirely forward-looking study of the unique characteristics that have seen Ghost ascend to the status of the most progressive super-luxury saloon ever conceived. This unique collection provides patrons of the marque with a rare opportunity to own a motor car truly evocative of our time. Ghost is the most successful Rolls-Royce ever created and the Zenith Collection marks an important milestone in our modern history.”

When shown at Geneva in 2009, 200EX introduced a concept that was both driver- and passenger-focused. The Ghost Zenith Collection draws many references from 200EX, with perhaps the most significant being the inclusion of a commemorative ingot made from the original 200EX Spirit of Ecstasy, melted down and set in to the centre console of each of the 50 Zeniths. Engraved with the three key design lines of Ghost, the plaque details its origins. The collection’s own Spirit of Ecstasy and clock are engraved with the name of the collection.

The 200EX is also immortalised in an engraving on the centre console of the Ghost Zenith. A blueprint-inspired artwork enlarged to a point of abstraction has been divided into 50 distinct parts, providing each Ghost Zenith customer with a personal and individual work of art, while at the same time uniting the collection as a group homage to Ghost.

The eye is naturally drawn to the interior of the collection’s doors, which have illuminated door pockets. Ambient light glows through perforated leather, enhancing the architectural elegance of the Zenith Ghost’s interior. The door marquetry is complex and available in either wood, technical fibre or piano-finished veneer, transitioning from the driver’s suite to the passenger suite, and emphasising the dual nature of Ghost.

The rear seats feature embroidery inspired by seat details of the original 1907 Silver Ghost. This embroidery transitions from the rear to the front of the cabin, and in the case of the Extended Wheelbase Zenith, the headliner thrusts forward into the poised silhouette of the Spirit of Ecstasy. The seats themselves are accentuated in a contrasting leather.

Occupants of the Ghost Zenith Standard Wheelbase will experience a unique shooting star effect. The starlight headliner is presented in shooting stars that fire at random across the cabin roof. This feature consists of over 1,340 individually-mapped and hand-woven fibre optic lights.

The Ghost Zenith Collection’s exterior styling features a two-tone application with a gloss-contrast paint finish. Patrons may select three different colour ways: Iguazu Blue with Andalusian White, Premiere Silver with Arctic White or Bohemian Red with Black Diamond, with multiple variants available.

These cars are the final opportunity to acquire a Ghost. Each is handcrafted at The Home of Rolls-Royce in the UK.

Details:

Contact Rolls-Royce in Singapore

Four new BMW models launched in Singapore

For the first time in Singapore, BMW Group Asia is launching four new models at once.

First-ever BMW i8 Roadster

The BMW i8 Roadster has doors that open upwards.

This first-ever BMW convertible plug-in hybrid, a "gentleman's racer", can go from 0-100kmh in 4.6 seconds. There is already one in this colour on the roads in Singapore, a first edition. Owner CS Liew, a director with an agricultural science company, said that he initially preferred 'hard top' convertibles, but changed his mind with the i8 Roadster.

BMW representative (left) with Liew posing with the BMW i8 Roadster.

"I was won over because of the way it is designed, because it is just incredible," he said. Liew is the only Asian buyer and the only one from Singapore who owns a BMW i8 Roadster first edition.

New BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer 

The BMW2 Series Gran Tourer.

Equipped with a dual-clutch transmission*, the New BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer have been updated with sport line exteriors, new sport seats, a black panel instrument display and an electronic gear selector.

The All-new BMW X4

Source: BMW Group Asia. The BMW X4.

Powered by xDrive for all-weather and all-terrain capability, this sports activity coupé has a new wider stance, M Sport suspension and variable sport steering. 

The four new models can be seen at the BMW World of Passion and Joy event which ends today. This is the third-ever such event in Singapore, with the previous one held in 2010. Another three new models are showcased, including the All-new BMW Z4 First Edition, which was five years in the making. Visitors have an opportunity to experience the BMW and MINI brands, including BMW heritage cars; explore The MINI Story, and enjoy performances and interactive activities. 

“BMW World of Passion and Joy is the motoring event of the year in Singapore as we aim to unite the past, present and future under one roof,” said Christopher Wehner, MD, BMW Group Asia, who also said that the event is "about values we embrace and experiences we create".

Showcases include:

The new BMW i3s REx electric car

The BMW i3s REx electric car.

The new BMW i3s REx possesses a higher output, model-specific chassis technology and more dynamic driving qualities.

The all-new BMW Z4 First Edition

Performers pose after a skit starring the All-new BMW Z4 First Edition.

The All-new BMW Z4 First Edition boasts lithe and compact proportions and a dynamic silhouette, encapsulating the BMW Group’s vision of a modern roadster.

The All-new BMW 8 Series

Models pose next to The 8 by BMW, with Wehner in the background.

The 8 redefines the sports car. The All-new BMW 8 Series combines lateral and longitudinal dynamic performance with poise, assurance and luxury over long distances. According to Wehner, the 8 Series "is about autonomy and saving the time for people you like and the things that you like and to have unique experiences".

The all-new BMW M2 Competition

The BMW M2 Competition has racing DNA.

The racing DNA is clear here. The BMW M2 Competition has a new bi-turbo inline six-cylinder engine goes from 0-100kmh in 4.2 seconds. It boasts new M Mirrors, a redesigned kidney grille, new M alloy wheels, M Sport bucket seats and an illuminated M2 badge. 

The BMW Concept X7 iPerformance

BMW Concept X7 iPerformance.

The BMW X family’s new top model extends BMW’s offering in the luxury class.

BMW heritage cars at the event include the BMW M5 (E39), BMW M3 CSL (E46), BMW 327 Sports Cabrio and the Isetta.

Test drives

The BMW 2 Series all the way to the BMW 7 Series, the BMW i3 and the BMW X models are available for test drives.

Virtual reality (VR) experiences

VR technology is available to allow visitors to get behind the wheel and check out the vehicle's nooks and crannies.

The MINI Story 

Visitors to the event are also invited to explore five unique chapters in The MINI Story: Creative Solutions, MINI In Design, Personalities, Makers, and Personalisation. Visitors can also create something of their own, walk away with a memento from the MINI photo booth, and explore the past in the Alec Issigonis design studio. Issigonis is known for his development of the MINI.

Designer Mini by Paul Smith

One of three Designer Minis, the Designer Mini by Paul Smith has 86 stripes in 26 colours.

The Designer Mini by Paul Smith is one of three Designer Minis presented by Rover as part of Mini's 40th anniversary in 1998. Taking the inspiration for his design from the stripes characteristic of his 1997 collection, the car was eventually sprayed with 86 stripes in 26 colours.

Details:

BMW World of Passion and Joy

Suntec Singapore International Convention and Exhibition Centre
Level 4, halls 403 and 404

10am to 10pm

Adult: S$20
Enjoy S$20 off favourite BMW or MINI Lifestyle Collection products after spending a minimum of S$100 nett in a single invoice. Terms and conditions apply.

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*Also called a semi-automatic transmission; two clutch mechanisms are deployed, one for odd and the other for even gears.

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is Rolls-Royce's first SUV

The most anticipated car of 2018 and, quite possibly, the most anticipated Rolls-Royce of all time is now here, says luxury car brand. Named after the largest diamond ever discovered - now in the British Crown- the Rolls-Royce Cullinan is an all-terrain high-bodied car that makes the idea of authentic, luxury off-road travel a reality for the first time.

“The super-luxury lifestyle is evolving and Rolls-Royce is in the lead. Luxury is no longer an urban concept. More and more it is about embracing and experiencing the wider world. Our customers expect to go everywhere in luxury, effortlessly and without compromise, conquering the most challenging terrain to enjoy life’s most enriching experiences, wherever they may be. For this reason, they have asked us to create a Rolls-Royce that offers uncompromised luxury wherever they dare to venture. Cullinan is that car. It is effortless, everywhere.

"It is incomparable and dramatically evolves the parameters of super-luxury travel, translating Rolls-Royce’s ethos of Effortlessness into physical capability, anywhere in the world. Cullinan will simply take the world in its stride,” said Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

Cullinan is the first “three-box” car in the SUV-sector, built in response to younger customers who wanted “The Rolls-Royce of SUVs”. The vehicle impresses off-road as well as on-road thanks to new lighter architecture and the latest generation of self-levelling air suspension.

Through a thorough re-engineering of the existing air suspension system – including adding larger air struts with more air volume to cushion the blows of tough terrains – the strengthening of drive and prop shafts, the inclusion of drive to the front wheels as well as the back for the first time in Rolls-Royce history, and the complete reworking of the new 6.75 litre twin-turbo V12 Rolls-Royce engine to deliver just the right level of torque (850Nm) at the lowest possible revolutions (1,600rpm), the Rolls-Royce engineering team has ensured that Cullinan will take owners to places no modern Rolls-Royce owner has travelled in luxury before.

The suspension makes millions of calculations every second as it continuously varies the electronically controlled shock absorber adjustment system – reacting to body and wheel acceleration, steering inputs and camera information. A new double-wishbone front axle and five-link rear axle deliver new levels of control over lateral roll and shear forces and deliver agility and stability, as does the addition of four-wheel steering.

In the case of driving off-road, the electronically controlled shock absorber adjustment system uses an air compression system to actively push down any wheel it detects losing traction to ensure every wheel is constantly in contact with the ground and maximum torque is being provided to all wheels.

Once the "Everywhere" button is engaged, the driver can finesse the offroad setting to glide over any situation, whether it be rough track, gravel, wet grass, mud, snow or sand delivering all 850Nm of torque to all four wheels without interruption. And faced with deep snow, sand or the need to ford streams, Cullinan delivers the deepest wading depth of any super-luxury SUV at 540mm thanks to its highest ride height.

“History set our precedent, and today Rolls-Royce answers its call to action,” said Müller-Ötvös. “Our answer to the visionaries, adventurers, explorers and those who believe in the supremacy of liberty is the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.”

According to Rolls-Royce, more adventurous customers wanted an SUV, but not one with compromises such as increased cabin noise due to the “two-box” formula; shared platforms that affect performance and comfort; the choice of being good either on-road or off-road; or a "just another" SUV.

“The launch of a new Rolls-Royce model is always a seminal moment in the luxury industry. Today we are setting a new standard by creating a new class of motoring and motor car for customers who are well-connected, highly mobile and have a global perspective. They want a new type of motor car that gives them unbounded access in ultimate luxury. Their sense of adventure and daring demands a 'go-anywhere in ultimate luxury” motor car that will both take them to and meet them at the pinnacle of life. Cullinan is that motor-car,” said Peter Schwarzenbauer, Chairman of Rolls-Royce and Member of the Board of the BMW Group.

“From the very beginning the design team treated this brand new Rolls-Royce as a unique, high bodied car. With global customer expectations in mind, our aim was two-fold – realise a presence to match the magnificent capability of Cullinan, whilst setting sector defining standards for luxury and elegance. We know that many of our luxury patrons pursue sports or leisure hobbies that require precisely this type of go anywhere vehicle – Cullinan’s design gesture had to possess an immediate sense of effortless accomplishment.”

The second new Rolls-Royce to sit on the all-new aluminium architecture of luxury, Rolls-Royce’s proprietary all-aluminium architecture, the Cullinan has a 6.75 litre twin-turbo V12 Rolls-Royce engine delivers 563bhp/420kW and 850Nm/627lb ft of torque to the all-new all-wheel drive, all-wheel steer system. 

For the first time a Rolls-Royce has an opening tailgate, which it calls the clasp. The rear profile of Cullinan is a two-part, ‘D-Back’ format, with the bustle denoting the place of the luggage. The clasp opens and closes in its two sections automatically at the touch of the key fob button.

Two rear configurations are offered – lounge seats or individual seats. The lounge seat configuration has space for three passengers in the rear. The rear seats also fold down – another first for Rolls-Royce.

“The label SUV is now applied to anything with a two-box silhouette and the least suggestion of going off tarmac. We envisioned an authentic, three-box high-bodied all-terrain car with a convention-challenging design and absolute capability that would satisfy the adventurous urges of our clients,” said Giles Taylor, Director of Design, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.

The seats fold electronically in a number of configurations. One press of the appropriate button in the boot or rear door pocket sees each backrest fold down, whilst at the same time moving the headrests upwards to avoid making an imprint on the seat cushion. Both seat backs can be folded completely, creating a flat load area or in a 2/3 and 1/3 split. Rear passengers can still travel with a long load, or use the carpeted seat back as an occasional table.

For those who intend to transport large items back from their adventures, the rear of Cullinan offers a large amount of space in different arrangements. The rear compartment or boot area offers a standard 560 litres of space, growing to 600 with the parcel shelf removed. Furthermore, the base of the rear seats sit higher than the boot floor, so even with both rear seats folded, the items in the boot cannot slip forward and are safely contained, unlike in any other SUV. A loading length of 2,245 mm and load capacity of 1,930 litres is accessed by electronically raising the boot floor to meet the seat base. This is a longer loading length than for a Range Rover Vogue Extended Wheelbase.

Source: Rolls-Royce. The Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV.

In the individual seat configuration two individual rear seats are separated by a fixed rear centre console incorporating a drinks cabinet with Rolls-Royce whisky glasses and decanter, champagne flutes and refrigerator. 

A glass partition isolates the passenger cabin from the luggage compartment, creating silence within the cabin, and maintaining the cabin temperature even when the luggage compartment stands open. The steering wheel is heated, as are the ventilated seats. 

The central information screen is for the first time touch sensitive, allowing the driver to quickly select functions, map views and vehicle setup. This screen can be controlled from the iconic Spirit of Ecstasy controller which nestles on the central console with the off-road button, hill descent control button and air suspension height adjustment controls. Those in the rear sit higher than those in the front of the car on Rolls-Royce’s pavilion seating. They can zero in on their location on the rear touchscreen map.

Further innovations include: 

• Night vision and vision assist including daytime and night-time wildlife and pedestrian warnings; 
• An alertness assistant; 
• A four-camera system with panoramic view, all-round visibility and helicopter view; 
• Active cruise control; 
• Collision warning; 
• Cross-traffic warning, 
• Lane departure and lane change warning; 
• A 7x3 high-resolution head-up display, 
• Wi-Fi hotspot, and 
• The latest navigation and entertainment systems. 

All electronic devices can be charged via the five USB ports around the cabin, whilst phones can be wirelessly charged in the front of the cabin. 

Source: Rolls-Royce. The interior of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.

Details:

Technical Specifications

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Dimensions
Number of doors / seats	Four/five
Vehicle length	5,341 mm
Vehicle width	2,164 mm
Vehicle height (unladen)	1,835 mm
Wheelbase	3,295 mm
Turning circle	13.23 m
Boot volume	600 ltr
Weight
Unladen weight (DIN)	2,660 kg / 5864 lb
Engine
Engine / cylinders / valves	6.75 ltr / 12 / 48
Power output @ engine speed	563 bhp / 571 PS (DIN) / 420kW @ 5,000 rpm
Max torque @ engine speed	850 Nm @ 1600 rpm
Fuel type1	Petrol
Performance
Top speed	250 km/h (governed)
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Consumption (combined)2	15 ltr/100km
CO2 emissions (combined)2	341 g/km

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Dimensions
Number of doors / seats	Four/four
Vehicle length	5,341 mm
Vehicle width	2,164 mm
Vehicle height (unladen)	1,835 mm
Wheelbase	3,295 mm
Turning circle	13.23 m
Boot volume	526 ltr
Weight
Unladen weight (DIN)	2,660 kg
Engine
Engine / cylinders / valves	6.75 ltr / 12 / 48
Power output @ engine speed	563 bhp / 571 PS (DIN) / 420kW @ 5,000 rpm
Max torque @ engine speed	850 Nm @ 1,600 rpm
Fuel type1	Petrol
Performance
Top speed	250 km/h (governed)
Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Consumption (combined)2	15 ltr/100km
CO2 emissions (combined)2	341 g/km

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1 The engine is designed for Octane grade 95 fuel; however, it may be run on fuel with a minimum Octane grade of 91.

2 Preliminary data not yet confirmed, subject to change. The values of fuel consumptions, CO² emissions and energy consumptions shown are determined according to the European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version applicable at the time of type approval. The range shown considers optional equipment and the different size of wheels and tires available on the selected model and may vary during the configuration.

The values are already based on the new WLTP regulation and are translated back into NEDC-equivalent values in order to ensure the comparison between the vehicles. For the assessment of taxes or other duties based (at least inter alia) on CO²-emissions the CO² values may differ to the values stated here.

Rolls-Royce to launch Dawn Aero Cowling

Rolls-Royce will be launching the Dawn Aero Cowling* at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, which begins 8 March. This new Dawn design is the result of demand for enhanced flexibility and practicality for the drophead coupé. 

The Aero Cowling transforms the classic four-seater boulevardier Dawn into a two-seater roadster-style car without sacrificing the option of an open-top luxury car, by creating an extended tonneau cover over the rear seat area. 

The Aero Cowling encloses the rear seat area of Dawn in a handmade unit that features two cowls that rise from the leading edge of the tonneau area, which conceals the Dawn hood, to behind each front seat. The cowls are sculpted to funnel the air to enhance driver comfort.

Each cowl offers enhanced lockable leather-lined storage compartments. The cover itself is made of carbon fibre and aluminium for both strength and light weight. The lids of the cowls are swathed in Rolls-Royce leather which matches the interior of the car.

The company will also be showcasing three bespoke Phantoms, the Phantom The Gentleman’s Tourer, the Phantom Whispered Muse and the Phantom A Moment in Time.


*An extended tonneau cover

Rolls-Royce shares Bespoke models from 2017

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has shared the finest examples of bespoke design and craftsmanship to be completed by the luxury house over the past 12 months. The Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bespoke department is a collective of designers, engineers and craftspeople who bring patrons’ most ambitious and personal visions to reality. Today, almost every motor car made by Rolls-Royce is bespoke.

According to the company, 2017 was the year that Rolls-Royce elevated its Bespoke initiative to unprecedented new levels, resulting in one of the most significant years for the Bespoke department in the 114-year history of the brand.

Sweptail

Source: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The Sweptail.

Rolls-Royce Sweptail premiered in 2017, draws on the lineage of 1920s and 1930s Rolls-Royce motor cars. The client’s vision was for a coach-built two seater coupé featuring a large panoramic glass roof.

The grille, milled from solid aluminium, presents a distinct formality. The side profile of Sweptail defines its stately character, whilst the rear taper of the motor car pays homage to the world of racing yachts. The rear culminates in the registration number 08, milled from ingots of aluminium and hand-polished to a mirror finish.

Phantom and The Gallery

Source: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The Thorsten Franck Bespoke Phantom Gallery.

This new Rolls-Royce Phantom has at the heart of its design aesthetic The Gallery, a contemporary and luxury reinterpretation of a motor car’s dashboard and instrument panel.

An application of glass runs uninterrupted across the fascia, providing an unprecedented opportunity to present artwork within a car.

Dawn and Wraith at Porto Cervo

Two motor cars were created in honour of the 2017 Rolls-Royce Summer Studio, Porto Cervo, Sardinia in Italy. A bespoke Dawn drophead coupé and a Wraith Black Badge were commissioned to encapsulate the essence of the island.

Source: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The Porto Cervo motif in sapphires and mother of pearl, in the Dawn.

Dawn adopted a nautical theme, evoking emotions of a Mediterranean sojourn. The Porto Cervo motif, encrusted with genuine sapphires and mother of pearl, is embedded into the front fascia of the motor car. Navy blue and arctic white hues complement an expanse of teak, including the decking and floor.

The Porto Cervo Wraith emulates Sardinia’s night time ambience. A two-tone Diamond Black exterior is contrasted with gloss and matte paint applications, while black woven leather door panniers infer Wraith Black Badge’s dark and complex character.

Spirit of Calligraphy Ghost

A special one-off commission unveiled in Dubai, UAE in 2017, the Bespoke Spirit of Calligraphy Ghost draws its design inspiration from the art of Arabic calligraphy. Words are harmoniously moulded into shapes called calligrams, creating a unique effect where text and image become one.

Source: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Detail of calligraphy motif, Spirit of Calligraphy Ghost.

Sir Henry Royce’s words “Take the best that exists and make it better. When it does not exist, design it”, in their Arabic form are shaped into Rolls-Royce’s flying mascot, the Spirit of Ecstasy. The calligram, created by artist Khaled Al Saaei, features as a silver inlay on the centre panel and as embroidery on the rear centre seat, amidst an array of Turchese, Black and Arctic White leathers.

Ghost Elegance

Commissioned for an individual collector, the Ghost Elegance is the first motor car to be finished in a paint infused with diamonds. Named Diamond Stardust, the unique paint incorporates 1,000 diamonds crushed to form a very fine powder, giving the finished panels unmatched lustre and sparkle.

Source: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. The Ghost Elegance.

The flanks of the car are highlighted with Mugello Red and Black twin coachlines, reflected inside with black leather seats and accents in Mugello Red, carried through stitching on the doors and piping on the seats. The detailed fascia of smooth open-pore Tudor Oak veneer is also complemented with a Mugello Red single stitch along the top of the dashboard, and finished with a Bespoke clock.

Source: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Dawn in Fuxia.

Dawn in Fuxia
In 2017, US collector Michael Fux was presented with his 10th Bespoke model from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Following a visit to Pebble Beach, US in 2016, where he collected a cluster of fuchsia petals, he challenged the Bespoke team at Goodwood - the home of Rolls-Royce - with a commission to bring a new colour to Dawn.

Dawn in Fuxia represents a unique hue to the Rolls-Royce Colour Collection, and is reserved exclusively for Fux. His most recent commission is his second Dawn, having collected the first – in one-off Fux Blue – in 2016. Reminiscent of that car, the interior of Dawn in Fuxia is trimmed in Arctic White leather.

Dawn B50 for Hotel Byblos

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Hotel Byblos in Saint-Tropez, France in 2017, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars revealed the Dawn B50, a Bespoke car inspired by the warmth and vibrancy of the Côte d'Azur.

Commissioned by the Hotel Byblos as the automotive Jewel of Saint-Tropez, the Dawn B50 has two dominant exterior colours. The combination was developed exclusively to celebrate the hotel’s anniversary, along with bespoke door treadplates and a unique hand-painted coachline on each side bearing the B50 logo. The sophisticated interior takes inspiration from the Mediterranean sun, with tangerine tones that accentuate the dashboard and echo the stitching across the seat upholstery and floor mats.

A special Silver Dawn

Prominently displayed at the Home of Rolls-Royce is a very rare 1952 Silver Dawn. It was sold new to a customer in Canada, and in 2017 a commission for a new Dawn from the same country led to a homage to this particular car in its 65th anniversary year.

Finished in two-tone Midnight Sapphire and Jubilee Silver, the new Dawn closely emulates the original finishes of the 1952 motor car, with a Bespoke painted coachline, broken for the first time on a Rolls-Royce. Inside, Selby Grey and Navy leather are combined with Crossbanded Walnut Burr veneer, closely matched to the original. The finishing touches include a Bespoke clock with 1952 lettering and a Spirit of Ecstasy veneer inlay.

Inspiration from South Korea

The Bespoke Collection for Korea embraces the aesthetic heritage of South Korea with contemporary flair. The Ghost Seoul Edition reflects colours that grace the country’s Taegukgi national flag, finished in bright Andalusian White with a twin coachline in Cobalto Blue and Mugello Red – along with a handpainted Bespoke motif that captures the silhouette of the iconic Namsan Seoul Tower. Inside, the black leather upholstery is complemented by contrasting bands in Arctic White, as well as blue and red highlights for stitching and piping.

The Wraith Busan Edition is inspired by the hues of the coastal city of the same name, with a two-tone exterior in Royal Blue and Jubilee Silver that conjures up the shimmering sea. The rear pillar motif echoes the delicate latticework of traditional Korean hanok screen doors, and is also carried inside the car across the dashboard. Emulating the dusk sky across nearby mountains, a single coachline in Blushing Pink draws attention to the shoulder line. The colour is also applied to the seat stitching, instrument panel and RR headrest monograms inside, as a flourish to the Selby Grey and Cobalto Blue upholstery.