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Car Buyers Go Green As Gas Prices Rise

Hybrid cars are quickly gaining a record share of the auto market in the USA, for many different reasons. The main factor that is pushing people to purchase hybrids is that gas prices are continually rising, which is forcing car owners to look for an alternative.

This is leading increasing numbers of American drivers to buy hybrid cars for their daily transport needs, so that they can save money on fuel in the long run.

BMW 5 and 6 Series Recall – Close to 10,000 BMWs Affected in Singapore

BMW announced a global safety recall of 1.3 million vehicles. In Singapore alone, nearly about 10,000 BMW 5 and 6 Series models are affected, which is believed to be the biggest recall exercise in Singapore of BMW.

In Singapore alone, nearly about 10,000 BMW 5 and 6 Series models are affected, which is believed to be the biggest recall exercise in Singapore for the premium automaker.

Inexpensive But Efficient Cars May Not Get Full CEVS Rebate

The Carbon Emissions-Based Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) which will be implemented in 2013, will be in a form of an offset against the vehicle’s Additional Registration Fee (ARF) where a maximum rebate of $20,000 will be given for those models which emit less than 100 g/km under the combined cycle.

But it seems like small and economical car will not be able to enjoy the incentive at its maximum due to the minimum Additional Registration Fee (ARF) payment that is $5,000.

New Carbon Emissions for Vehicles – Rebate and Surcharge

As announced by the Minister for Finance during the 2012 Budget Statement and the Minister for Transport during the Committee of Supply 2012, a new Carbon Emissions-Based Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) will be implemented in 2013.

According to LTA, all new cars, newly imported used cars and taxis registered from 1 January 2013 with low carbon emissions of less than or equal to 160g CO2/km will qualify for the rebates. The rebate which is between $5,000 and $20,000 will be in a form of an offset against the Additional Registration Fee (ARF) payable.

New COE Quota System Will Take Effect This August 2012

As every car owner in Singapore knows, COE was implemented to control the numbers of cars on the road to avoid road scarce and traffic jams. And now that January has ended, a new six-month quota period (February-July 2012) comes and is now believed to be every aspiring or current car owners’ last chance to buy a car before the new highs take effect from August 2012 onwards.

The predicted new highs will arise on August 2012, with this motor trade is expected to be sorely scarce. Some esteemed and reputable car dealers also believed that 80% of their cars will be sold within the next month, and the remaining 20% from August onwards.

Honda Airbag Recall: 304,000 Vehicles Affected

Honda Motor Company is recalling 304,000 vehicles globally for air-bags that may inflate with too much pressure in a crash, send metal and plastic pieces flying and cause injuries or deaths.

Honda said there have been 20 reported cases of this malfunction causing injuries accidents so far related to this problem, including two deaths in 2009 – both in the U.S

C4S – Porsche 911

The new Porsche 911 C4S exudes the power, elegance and sophistication unique to the Porsche 911 family. The C4S’ distinctive silhouette is very eye catching with the integration of new exciting contours and specifically designed details.

Porsche 911 C4S has enhanced stability and bigger interior space; C4S’ front and rear overhangs are short, maintaining the compact footprint that has been a longstanding 911 attribute.

Honda Fit Recall 2011 September 5th Notification

Last September 2011, JAPAN’S Honda Motor has announced its recall for 216,193 units of Fit and other models in Japan due to the defective switches on the drivers side. Of these 203,777 units are the Fit produced between October 2005 and October 2007.

To all our customers, if your car is recalled, you will be notified by us in due course. Thank you.

Recall of Fitting and Fitting aria (2011 September 5th notification)

One Car Stolen in Singapore Every Four Days

One Car Stolen in Every Four Days in SingaporeIt was reported that there were 85 cars that were stolen in Singapore last year, averaging one car every four days. Easy targets are usually those cars that are often left unlocked or with their keys in the ignition.

Older cars are also key targets due to their worn-out locks which make it easier to thieves to break into the car. A number of common stealing trends noted were the use of a remote control which copies the vehicle’s locking system or towing the car away.

Recall Roundup: Front-End Flaws For Nissan, Volvo, Lexus

Nissan, Volvo and Lexus recently recalled vehicles for a range of front-end problems that could lead to loss of control.

Nissan is recalling certain Altima sedans from the 2011 and 2012 model years to replace transverse link bolts that may not have been tightened to the proper specification. The 20,000 or so cars included in the recall were built from April 25 through June 10, 2011, at the company’s Canton, Miss., plant.

In a filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Nissan said it discovered a problem with loose bolts in the cars during the past two months. The inadequate tightening could allow the bolts to loosen, which would cause vibration and rattling. If the bolt detaches, the driver could have trouble controlling the vehicle’s direction, which could lead to a crash.