Electric and hybrid vehicles

China’s waning appetite for oil is keeping emissions in check

Drivers in China started turning to charging stations instead of petrol pumps as the Iran war drove fuel prices up.

First electric Range Rover will cost buyers more than $264,000

The Range Rover Electric can travel 599km on a single charge in testing conditions.

Cash incentive for lighter electric heavy goods vehicles reduced to $15,000 from Sept 3

Adoption of electric heavy vehicles has accelerated since the scheme was introduced in January, the LTA added.

Honda, Nissan to roll out jointly developed vehicle software, control units in FY2029

The companies plan to introduce an architecture incorporating the jointly developed standardised electronic control units and software in next-generation vehicles.

731 Hyundai Avante Hybrid sedans recalled in Singapore due to risk of fire

The vehicle recall affects Hyundai Avante Hybrids built between Oct 22, 2024, and Jan 7, 2026.

LTA engaging dealers, manufacturers of Chinese EVs over vehicle door concerns

LTA said it regularly reviews vehicle safety requirements to keep pace with industry and technological developments.

Fast Lane

Polestar 4 qualifies for Category A COE with tuned-down power, price slashed by $15,000

The Category A COE Polestar 4 retains the key features of the more powerful version.

Torque Shop

Comparing NMC and LFP batteries in EVs

Battery chemistry determines how you should be using and charging the EV.

Road Blog

Why COE premiums are surging when showrooms are not crowded

Fear of missing out is fuelling the COE price hikes.

Car review

Lexus builds on Toyota’s strengths in RZ350e

The facelifted RZ350e looks almost identical to its predecessor, with dimensions which remain unchanged.

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