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Electric cars are evolving rapidly, but that does not always make them easier to understand. Between ever-growing screens, lengthy features lists and a steady stream of new terminology, even a straightforward family SUV can appear more complicated than it needs to be. The all-new Leapmotor B10 eSUV takes a different route. Rather than chasing technology for technology's sake, it focuses on the fundamentals that matter to many buyers: ease of use, safety, practicality and ownership confidence. The Leapmotor B10 is the second model to be introduced in Singapore under Cycle & Carriage Following the launch of the C10 in October 2025, the B10 eSUV is the second Leapmotor model to arrive in Singapore under Cycle & Carriage. It is also the brand's first global B-Series model, built on the LEAP 3.5 architecture and equipped with a chassis tuned by Stellantis engineers. Smart technology that is easy to use Technology is most useful when it simplifies a task rather than adding another layer of complexity. In the B10, key vehicle controls, entertainment functions and driving information are brought together through Leap OS 4.0 Plus. The B10's cabin centres around a 14.6-inch infotainment display running Leap OS 4.0 Plus The system is presented on a large 14.6-inch centre display and powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 processor, helping to deliver the sort of quick responses drivers have come to expect from modern consumer electronics. Whether switching between navigation, media or vehicle functions, the interface is designed to remain responsive and easy to use. The B10 also features five multi-scenario modes: Guard, Nap, Camping, Cleaning and Demo. Each is designed around a real-life use case. Guard Mode helps maintain the cabin environment when someone or a pet remains inside. Nap Mode sets the cabin up for a quick rest. Camping Mode keeps selected functions such as air-conditioning running while parked, while Cleaning Mode adjusts functions such as auto-locking, windows and air circulation for easier car washing. Demo Mode allows key vehicle features to be explored while stationary. Together, these modes make it easier for drivers to access vehicle functions designed around common real-world situations, from resting in the cabin to leaving pets inside the vehicle or preparing it for cleaning. In many ways, that approach feels particularly relevant for first-time EV buyers. There is plenty of technology on board, but the emphasis remains on making everyday functions easy to access and understand. Five-star safety for greater reassurance For a car expected to serve couples and growing families, safety is more than a line on a specification sheet. The B10 has earned a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, providing independent validation of its occupant protection and safety technologies. Safety technology in the B10 is intended to support drivers both during everyday journeys and in more demanding situations That independently assessed performance is complemented by technologies designed to assist in everyday driving. A 540-degree camera system gives the driver a view around the B10 and beneath it, making nearby obstacles easier to spot when parking or manoeuvring in tight spaces. Underneath, the B10's Cell-to-Chassis 2.0 construction integrates the battery into the vehicle structure itself, helping to improve rigidity while supporting crash protection. An AI-integrated battery thermal-management system continuously monitors operating conditions and regulates temperature when necessary. For buyers still weighing up the transition to an EV, battery safety remains one of the most frequently raised concerns, and systems such as this are intended to provide an additional layer of reassurance behind the scenes. Class-leading space in a manageable footprint An SUV does not have to be oversized to provide useful passenger and luggage space. The combination of front and rear storage areas contributes to the B10's class-leading total storage capacity The B10 offers a class-leading 2,735mm wheelbase. By placing more distance between the front and rear axles, the vehicle can devote more of its footprint to the passenger compartment, particularly for rear-seat occupants. That is important because compact SUVs rarely spend their lives carrying just one person. A roomier second row can make family journeys more comfortable, while also providing greater flexibility for child seats, adult passengers and the assortment of bags that tend to accompany them. Storage has been considered too. The B10 offers class-leading total storage capacity, giving owners greater flexibility for groceries, luggage and other everyday items. The additional front storage area can be particularly useful in an electric vehicle, allowing charging cables and smaller belongings to be stored separately from larger items in the rear. It is a reminder that some of the B10's most appealing qualities are not headline-grabbing specifications, but the everyday conveniences owners are likely to appreciate long after the novelty of a new car has worn off. Backed by Cycle & Carriage Assurance The car itself is only part of the purchasing decision, especially when buyers are considering a newer EV brand. Leapmotor is represented locally by Cycle & Carriage, which brings 127 years of automotive experience in Singapore. The B10 also comes with Cycle & Carriage Assurance, intended to support customers beyond the initial purchase. This includes a 10-year battery warranty, C&C Trade-in Assured, a complimentary pre-LTA inspection and access to an islandwide service network. Owners also receive two complimentary standard grooming sessions, two air-conditioning services and two panel resprays, subject to the applicable programme terms and conditions. Rather than chasing headline specifications alone, the B10 focuses on the aspects of ownership drivers interact with every day For many buyers, this backing could prove just as valuable as the vehicle's specifications. Questions surrounding servicing, battery longevity and long-term support often feature prominently when people begin considering an EV, particularly when the badge on the bonnet is still relatively unfamiliar. It also rounds out the B10's appeal. The vehicle offers technology, safety and space, but pairs those qualities with the ownership infrastructure needed to make them easier to live with over time. Early Bird pricing for the Leapmotor B10 The all-new Leapmotor B10 eSUV is now available at an Early Bird Price from $182,999. Price as at 29 September 2026. Terms and conditions apply. The B10 has been developed to make the transition into EV ownership feel straightforward and approachable For all the attention often paid to range figures, charging speeds and technology, many buyers are ultimately looking for something far simpler: A car that fits comfortably into their daily routine. In that respect, the B10 feels less like a technology showcase and more like a family SUV that happens to be electric. The all-new Leapmotor B10 eSUV is available for viewing at the Cycle & Carriage Leapmotor showroom at 239 Alexandra Road. Interested drivers can visit the showroom to experience the car and arrange a test drive.

Let's get one thing out of the way. The average Singapore SUV will never climb a mountain. It will never ford a river, traverse a desert, or rescue stranded hikers from the wilderness. Its greatest off-road challenge is usually mounting the kerb outside a coffeeshop. And yet, Singaporeans absolutely love SUVs. Look around any HDB carpark, shopping centre, or school pick-up point and you'll see them everywhere. Compact SUVs, mid-size SUVs, seven-seater SUVs, electric SUVs and coupe SUVs that sacrifice practicality in the name of fashion. The obvious question is: Why? The answer isn't what you think The traditional argument is that people buy SUVs because they want to feel adventurous. That's probably true in countries where roads disappear into forests. In Singapore, however, most of us are never more than a few minutes away from a mall, a hawker centre, or an air-conditioned building. The real reason Singaporeans love SUVs is much simpler - we like sitting higher. That's it. Okay, not entirely, but it's a huge part of the appeal. The elevated driving position gives drivers a better view of traffic ahead, makes judging road conditions easier, and creates a feeling of confidence behind the wheel. Whether that confidence is justified while crawling along the PIE at 60km/h on the first lane is another matter entirely. Singapore roads secretly favour SUVs Despite what enthusiasts might say, Singapore isn't always the easiest place to drive a low-slung vehicle. There's the occasional multi-storey carpark ramp that looks like it was designed by a roller coaster engineer. There are steep entrance slopes into shopping centres. There are road humps, drain covers, construction zones, and carparks with enough sharp turns to qualify as a driving assessment course. SUVs handle all of these without drama. Most owners aren't thinking about ground clearance when they buy one. But they're certainly appreciating it when they don't hear an expensive scraping noise underneath the car. We buy cars for our lives, not our fantasies One of the biggest changes in Singapore's car market over the past decade is that buyers have become ruthlessly practical. A car is no longer just something you admire from your living room window. It's a tool. A family mover. A grocery hauler. A weekend escape pod. And, mind you, an SUV does all of these things remarkably well. The higher roof means easier access for elderly parents. The larger boot accommodates prams, luggage, bicycles, pets and enough FairPrice purchases to survive a long weekend. Even people who don't need the space often enjoy knowing it's there. It's the automotive equivalent of having a spare bedroom. You might rarely use it, but it's comforting to know you have it. The irony of the SUV boom Here's the funny part. Most SUVs today aren't really SUVs in the traditional sense. Many compact SUVs are built on the same platforms as hatchbacks and sedans, and a lot of them don't even offer all-wheel drive. In reality, they're slightly taller family cars wearing adventurous clothing. And that's perfectly fine, because buyers aren't shopping for off-road capability. They're shopping for comfort, practicality and versatility. Nobody is standing in a showroom asking, "Can this conquer a muddy jungle trail?" Instead, they're asking, "Can this fit a stroller, two suitcases and my mother-in-law?" Very different priorities. The EV revolution is making SUVs even more popular Look at the latest wave of electric vehicles arriving in Singapore and you'll notice something interesting. Most of them are SUVs. The reason is simple. SUV shapes make it easier to package large battery packs while maintaining generous interior space. Consumers like SUVs while manufacturers like selling SUVs. The result is a match made in automotive heaven. Or, more accurately, a match made in a showroom. So why do Singaporeans love SUVs? Well, simply because they fit modern Singaporean life. They're comfortable, practical, easy to drive, easy to live with and well-suited to everything from school runs to road trips into Malaysia. Do most SUVs ever leave tarmac? Absolutely not. But that's missing the point. Singaporeans don't buy SUVs because they're planning an expedition into the wilderness. They buy them because life's daily adventures are challenging enough. And if a vehicle can handle Tampines, Tuas, Woodlands, Marina Bay and an IKEA furniture run all in the same day, perhaps that's its own kind of off-roading. ~Julian

Supposedly the electric version of Karoq, but based on an all new platform for BEV. 3 power variants available at launch: ● Elroq 50 – rear-wheel drive, 55 kWh battery capacity, 170 PS power, 160 Km/h top speed, 9.2 sec century sprint, 350 Km range, 14.9 kWh/100km ● Elroq 60 – rear-wheel drive, 63 kWh battery capacity, 204 PS power, 160 Km/h top speed, 7.8 sec century sprint, 390 Km range, 15.1 kWh/100km ● Elroq 85 – rear-wheel drive, 82 kWh battery capacity, 286 PS power, 177 Km/h top speed, 6.6 sec century sprint, 560 Km range, 13.8 kWh/100km Dimensions: 4,488 mm (L) x 1,884 mm (W) x 1,625 mm (H) x 2,765 mm (WB) Škoda Elroq 85 Škoda Elroq 85 "First Edition" Škoda Elroq Sportline

If you are an ex- or current owner, or have driven, seen them. Will crossovers be more popular in SGP driving environment in coming years? Will you buy one for the experience and move to other types eg MPV, sedan, etc after it? Or stay with the type for as long as you could?

SUV and wagon both have extra 'cargo' space but a SUV is heavy and less stable (due to higher centre of gravity), less fuel economical, etc than a wagon. A SUV doesnt really drive like a sedan while a wagon does, more or less. Try going fast through corners and you can feel the difference in handling. In Singapore most SUV users seldom go off road so the so-called off-road ability is hardly needed. But we see much more SUVs than wagons everyday. Not all SUVs on the road are 7 seater, so the extra passenger seats shouldnt be the key reason for the owners.

Anyone know of others apart from the below? 1. Fortuner 2. Sante Fe 3. Chev Captiva

Lamborghini to follow Porsche and Maserati with SUV PARIS/BERLIN - Lamborghini, the maker of low-slung supercars once advertised as "closer to the road", is planning a new model that will be further from the tarmac than ever: an SUV. The Italian brand, owned by Volkswagen, aims to announce the vehicle at April's Beijing auto show for a 2016 launch, according to two people with knowledge of the strategy. At the risk of alienating purist fans of its 313,000 euro (S$512,790) Aventador carbon-fibre sports car, Lamborghini hopes to repeat the Porsche Cayenne's success in the fast-growing market for luxury four-by-fours. "An SUV could be cool, but it would have to be the fastest on the planet and look extreme," said Andrew Romanowski, president of the world's biggest Lamborghini owners' club, based in Los Angeles. "If it turned out like a run-of-the-mill BMW X5, it would be a betrayal," Romanowski said. "People would be very upset." The planned vehicle reflects a push to increase profitability at Lamborghini and VW stablemate Bentley, with new models to meet upscale demand for all-wheel-drives. Britain's Bentley last year announced tentative plans for its own SUV. "Porsche proved that it works, to the industry's great surprise, and now everyone is flocking in," said Christoph Stuermer, Frankfurt-based research director at IHS Automotive. By 2015, sales of the plushest SUVs will increase about 20 per cent in Western Europe, 30 per cent in the US and 50 per cent in China, the consulting firm predicts. The Cayenne has become Porsche's top-selling model since its launch a decade ago, with 59,000 sold last year and a 121,000 euro price tag on the high-performance Turbo version. taken from http://motoring.asiaone.com/Motoring/News/...207-326279.html WOW now we got to see super luxury SUV... i like the maser Kubang, wonder how much the price in sg... got 500k?

Toyota Motor [TM Loading... () ] said on Thursday it would recall about 333,000 RAV4 and Highlander SUVs because of the risk airbags sensors could fail and cause the curtain airbags to deploy. The recall covers about 214,000 RAV4 and about 94,000 Highlander SUVs from the 2007 and 2008 model years in the United States,andabout19,000 RAV4 and 6,000 Highlanders in Canada. The recall only affects vehicles sold in North America, Toyota said. Toyota said owners of the vehicles would be notified of the recall bymail in May. Toyota said that, in cases where two sensors fail at almost the same time, the side curtain airbags designed to protect passengers in a rollover accident could be inflated outside such an accident. In cases where just one of the sensors fails, the airbags warning light will be activated, the automaker said. The sensors were made by Denso. A Toyota spokesman said a change was made in the making of the sensors in January 2008 that fixed the issue and that no more recalls on this issue are expected. The spokesman said he knew of no accidents related to the curtain airbags issue, but said that some minor injuries have been reported.

The Range Rover box at the Paris Motor Show revealed the 3 door version of the fantastic looking Evoque, and now, they've rolled out their 5 door version of the sporty, scaled down SUV. With 5 doors, the Evoque is set to be more versatile and practical than before and besides the additional 2 doors, there aren't any aesthetic changes or any major differences in its dimensions. The 5 door version is identical in width, length and wheelbase but there is a difference in height; 30mm above the driver's head and 40mm at the back. With more doors comes an airier cabin and the best thing I would like to have from this Range Rover is that ultra cool dual view technology display at the front where the driver sees a map for example, while the passenger at the front watches a movie! The Evoque also comes with sophisticated suspension, called MagneRide Adjustable suspension, which make the SUV more car-like in terms of its handling and though we won't use much of its Terrain Response electronics to handle off road bumps and crests, its still a pretty neat thing to have in your baby Range Rover. Under the bonnet, you can either have a two-wheel drive eD4 diesel which emits 135g/km of CO2 from a 150bhp 2.2l engine, or a new 240bhp turbocharged petrol engine. I'd rather go for the latter if I was going to buy one, but anyhow, this thing looks great! Probably the best looking SUV ever made. (photos courtesy of autoexpress)

Hey bros and sis. Comparing Wish, Stream and Murano, does the Murano have bigger seats than Wish / Stream? Also, which has bigger space , legroom, etc? Thinking of changing from sedan in the future thanks

Hi Had anyone tried the V12 on SUVs? Are the side walls hard enough? I've read a few reviews about them and all commented pretty the same on good on dry and wet grip. Is there anyone whom had tried these? hows the consumption? I'm looking to switch from my 215/60/R17 to 235/50/R18 instead. With the reduction of 10mm thickness will the noise be heard?

Land Rover has finally broken their tradition of building 4X4 for the last 60 years, and come up with this; a Front Wheel Drive only Land Rover. Its currently called the 'Land Rover Compact' and by looking at its dimensions, you can understand where its name was derived. The Compact is still in its concept stage but it is very near production ready and this is probably Land Rover's best bet at infiltrating the un-Land Roverish land of Singapore... People here would question, why would I need all the gizmos and low range gears of a Land Rover? Not to mention the immense size of the thing and how it drinks petrol, its as good as pouring it down the drain and burning holes in all your wallets. This Land Rover is different. Its aimed at the stay home mom who has to ferry the kids to school, and then to soccer practice and then for tuition yet provides the elevated driving road position and the presence which will prevent road going Bengs from bullying you. Its like buying the shell of an SUV yet it doesn't give you the feeling of being ripped off just because it is shaped to be an SUV as it suits the urban lifestyle and doesn't make you pay for all the robustness and 4 wheel drive gadgetry that you don't really need. This particular model here is by far the best looking Land Rover I've ever seen. It looks sleek, modern and contemporary. It would just blast the BMW X5 out the door with this kind of looks rather than the chunky elephant that is rather common on Singapore roads. Buying one of these is like buying a Jaguar while everyone else is running to Mercedes showrooms, it makes you feel unique. And rather special. Of course there will be critics who say that Land Rover is losing the 'brand values' of being a thoroughbred 4X4 SUV manufacturer, but I think this idea is brilliant. I do hope this comes to Singapore because its totally cool.

Can't believe this is happening in Singapore. Posting this to spread the news so that people will be more careful even in Singapore. Cheers!! http://newpaper.asia1.com.sg/news/story/0,...,170806,00.html July 15, 2008 Print Ready Email Article OWNERS of luxury sports utility vehicles (SUVs), beware. There has been a recent spike in the theft of such vehicles. In the two weeks between 13 and 25 Jun, 12 SUVs were stolen, police said. In comparison, only one SUV was stolen in the first five months of this year. However, there has been no new reports since 25 Jun. The targeted models? Higher-end SUVs such as the Lexus RX, Toyota Harrier and RAV4. A police spokesman said the thefts were committed islandwide, and most of them were stolen from multi-storey carparks. In the most recent case, the car owner had parked and secured his SUV at the open carpark at Blk 526 Serangoon North Ave 4 on 24 Jun at about 11pm. He discovered the car missing when he returned the next day at about 1pm. To warn the public, a crime advisory from the police was put up in the popular Hardware Zone forum. It included a list of steps that car owners can take to protect their cars from being stolen. The advisory stated that the car thieves managed to make away with the SUVs even though they were equipped with security systems. On two occasions, broken glass was found at the scene where the vehicles were last parked. It is believed that the culprits gained access by smashing the rear passenger windows before disabling the alarm system. Police investigations are underway and patrols increased at affected locations. One victim, possibly the first in the spree, is Mr Steven Theo, 35, a quality assurance manager. He had parked his silver Toyota RAV4, which he bought for about $78,000 in late 2006, at a multi-storey carpark near his Toa Payoh home on 12 Jun. When he went there the next day at noon, it was gone. PANIC He told The New Paper: 'I thought at first I had parked on a different floor, so I went around, but I still couldn't find it. That was when I started to panic.' After combing the whole carpark, he made a police report. He said: 'I was definitely shocked. You wouldn't imagine your car being stolen in Singapore.' His car had been installed with a standard alarm system, and he said he had definitely locked his car. Mr Theo said he posted the theft on the online forum of RAV4 Expedition, a website for RAV4 enthusiasts. Another victim said on the OneMotoring online forum that his 3 1/2-year-old Toyota Harrier was stolen on 19 Jun in an open-air Housing Board carpark. His car was equipped with an immobiliser, an electronic device fitted to a vehicle that prevents the engine from running unless the correct key or token is present. At the lot where his car used to be were small broken glass pieces. Echoing Mr Theo's disbelief, the Harrier owner wrote: 'I couldn't believe it happened to me and in Singapore, at a busy HDB estate.' Shin Min Daily News also reported on two SUV thefts on 17 Jun – an $108,000 SUV stolen from a multi-storey carpark in Jurong, and another $85,000 RAV4 stolen from a Kim Keat carpark. Mr Theo said he has not bought a new car, as the insurance for the stolen car has not been settled yet. But he said he will probably not buy an SUV again. He said: 'Before I bought it, I knew the cars were 'hot' in Malaysia and had a greater danger of being stolen. That was why I drove it to places (in Malaysia) that were familiar to me. 'I probably won't get an SUV again. But if I do, I will go for the models that are not that 'popular' # Anyone with information about the car thefts, or wishing to report any suspicious persons loitering at the vicinity of the carparks, can call the police at 999 or at 1800–2550000.

SUVs plunge toward 'endangered' list From Chris Lawrence CNN LOS ANGELES, California (CNN) -- Jorge Fernandez strolls across the used-car parking lot littered with dozens upon dozens of sport utility vehicles the size of small tugboats. With gas at $4 a gallon, many have sat there since last summer. "The cars are literally just sitting, and it doesn't matter how much you sell them for," Fernandez says of the SUVs and trucks nobody wants anymore. "It's amazing. I've never seen it this bad -- ever." Fernandez, a wholesale auto dealer who has been in the business for more than 20 years, says SUV owners are hit especially hard. The really large ones with V-8 engines that can get as little as 12 miles per gallon in the city -- like the Cadillac Escalade, Ford Expedition and Chevy Suburban -- are dropping in value by the thousands. Watch the sinking value of guzzlers

3 different people I know who drive either SUV or MPV type of vehicles are changing to sedan cars. Reason: Petrol bills skyrocketing. Agree or not ? Apparently some used car dealers in the USA are turning away customers who want to sell their oil-guzzling SUVs... the market is now for zippy little cars.

dunno if gotta aircon or not??? A FAMILIAR sight in military camps and training grounds here, the Land Rover Defender will be making way for a new generation of sports-utility vehicles, the Ford Everest. The Ministry of Defence has placed an order for 870 Thai-made Fords as part of a programme to renew its ageing fleet of some 3,000 Land Rovers. The recently sealed deal with Sime Darby's Regent Motors - the Ford agent here - is said to be worth around $85 million, with an option for 500 more vehicles. The Straits Times understands that more than 50 Everests - painted in the army's camouflage green - have already been delivered. The purchase comes after plans to launch a novel scheme - to have civilians co-own and drive military SUVs during peacetime - was shelved. The Everest is Ford's made-in-Asia, made-for-Asia product, based on the Ranger pickup truck. It is assembled in Thailand, Malaysia, India, Vietnam and the Philippines. In civilian form, it is marketed as a seven-seater SUV. Regent Motor had wanted to add it to its passenger car range two years ago, but decided against it as it felt Singaporeans might want a more refined vehicle. But the robust SUV is expected to be a hit with the military. Mr Lee Nian Tjoe, editor of Torque, a motoring magazine published by Singapore Press Holdings, said: 'The Land Rover Defender may be cool, but from a practical point of view, the Ford Everest is better.' Mr Lee, an avid off-roader, said being an Asian car, the Everest is 'easier and cheaper to maintain'. The SUV is also more user-friendly for our soldiers. It has a three-litre diesel engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. It can be driven as a four-wheel or two-wheel drive - hence saving fuel when it is not required to negotiate rugged terrain. Most of the Land Rover Defenders here are 2.5-litre diesel manuals with permanent four-wheel drive. The purchase represents Mindef's first major move away from Land Rover. Mindef spokesman Colonel Darius Lim said: 'After an extensive evaluation, the Ford Everest was selected...to replace the ageing Land Rovers, some of which have been in service for more than 20 years.' Besides meeting 'operational requirements'. he said the Everests were 'more cost-effective than the Land Rovers'.

Hyundai-Sime Darby Motors Sdn Bhd plans to start CKD assembly of Hyundai SUVs by mid-2007, in efforts to capture a bigger share of the non-national car market. Hyundai

it's a Toureg? its a Lexus? it's a LAMBO!!!!

are low profile tyres recommended for suvs?