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Straits Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Fast Lane: Xiaomi, Hyundai, Aston Martin, Land Rover
No child's play: The Xiaomi SU7 will be available on the Gran Turismo 7 driving simulator game on the PlayStation console. PHOTO: XIAOMI First Chinese EV on Gran Turismo The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra will be the first Chinese electric vehicle (EV) to be featured in the Gran Turismo racing simulator game for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 gaming consoles in a future update. In the real world, the SU7 Ultra is a three-motor EV with a combined output of 1,138kW that is capable of getting from 0-100kmh in under two seconds. The car holds the lap record on the Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany with a timing of 7min 4.96sec , beating the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT (7min 7.55sec). Mr Lei Jun, founder and director of the Xiaomi Group, said that with the rapid growth of the Chinese automotive industry, he hopes more Chinese cars will appear in Gran Turismo games in the near future. Mr Kazunori Yamauchi, game designer and producer of the Gran Turismo series, said he had sincere respect for the Chinese electronics appliance company that has made the leap from making smartphones to producing wearable devices and cars. 'I am deeply moved by its courage, inquisitiveness, passion and the industriousness to make it happen,' he added. Children's workshop at Singapore's only car factory Play with food: Children learn about food origins at this 60-minute workshop at the Hyundai plant in Singapore. PHOTO: HMGICS Every weekend from June 21, the Smart Food Lab will hold sensory workshops for children aged between three and six, where they can enjoy hands-on exploration of food origins and innovations. The programme is an addition to the existing Discovery Tour hosted by the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore at its plant in the Jurong Innovation District. On the tour, families can harvest and taste produce grown at its Smart Farm. The 60-minute Smart Food Lab sessions, which cost $15 a child, are held on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 to 11am and from 4 to 5pm, for up to eight children a session. Find out more at Le Mans-spec track toy for sale Track toy: Buyers of the Aston Martin Valkyrie LM will get special training by coaches and engineers at special track-day events. PHOTO: ASTON MARTIN British sports car brand Aston Martin is selling a special version of the racer it is fielding at this weekend's 24 Hours of Le Mans in France. Limited to 10 units, the Valkyrie LM uses the same 6.5-litre V12 engine and other technologies as the Valkyrie Hypercar racer. These include the seven-speed sequential transmission and special suspension set-up. Buyers can either take their new car home or have Aston Martin take care of it. The owner can simply turn up at the various track events on the Aston Martin calendar for a customised driver training programme that offers 'the ultimate top-flight motorsport experience'. The company will supply the driving coach and experts, even providing data and on-board video analysis. This is similar to what Ferrari did with the FXX programme in 2005. Valkyrie LM deliveries are slated to begin in the second quarter of 2026. Infotainment upgrade for Defender Mild upgrade: Updated Land Rover Defender gets better infotainment and new off-road driving technology. PHOTO: LAND ROVER An updated Land Rover Defender will be available in Singapore in the first quarter of 2026. The exterior is almost unchanged from 2020, other than a slight tweak to the design of the lights and a new wheel option. The infotainment system has been upsized to 13.1 inches, from 10 inches previously. It now sits flush to the climate control panel. The off-roader is also supposed to be more capable now, with the introduction of an adaptive off-road cruise control that maintains the car's speed when driven on off-road trails, leaving the driver to concentrate on steering. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Buzz Feed
20-03-2025
- Business
- Buzz Feed
10 Home Appliances That Will Make Your Life Simpler
There's something about matching all of your home appliances together that just exudes ✨rich✨ vibes. It's satisfying to look out at your space and see your electronics in perfect harmony. The cohesion makes you feel calmer (at least, that's what we think!). But of course, it's important that everything has a practical function. So, we've pulled together a list of electronics that will elevate your living spaces' aesthetics and effectively simplify your day-to-day life. Here's what to pick up: 1. This vertical foot warmer is just what we all need moving into colder days — especially when you were raised to never switch on the heater. This heating pad won't add any excess noise pollution to your space but it will make it warm and cosy. It used infrared to heat up the area much like those saunas you see with different LED lights. And it has a low power consumption, to get through a cozzie livs winter. Get yours on sale now. 2. This high powered yet slim induction cooker will get your meals cooked on any surface and can be neatly stored away to preserve bench space. 3. This smart blender can do it all without too much noise. From food processing to making smoothies, the built-in noise reduction ensures it won't make a racket over 68dB. The blender's encased in a cast aluminium spray ceramic — ideal for breaking down roasted veggies for soups and savoury dishes too. Get yours on sale now. 4. This smart cooker is a great benchtop addition for 11/10 rice, stews, hotpot, braised dishes and even cake — one device, so many possibilities. You can also knock out the headache of weekly meal planning because with the easy-connect Mijia app. When you bring your phone closer to the front of the cooker and it will show you a whole gallery of recipes to trial out. Get yours on sale now. 5. This desktop water dispenser uses reverse osmosis to draw out impurities without installing a filter and you can adjust its temperature in a matter of seconds. Using the app, you can easily pre-measure capacities so the dispenser can fill up your bottle, cup or vessel with just one tap. The machine also tells you when the water level's low and can easily be taken from home to getaway accomodations to a function. Get yours on sale now. 6. This fast boiling kettle makes early morning coffee-making rushes a breeze — sans the danger. XIAOMI / Via 7. This handheld vacuum cleaner uses triple filtration with a super strong suction that'll pick up a whooooole lot of hair and dust off your house floor. Weighing in a only 1.5kg, this vacuum might be lightweight but don't let that fool you into thinking it means less power. The smooth air duct ensures that dust is picked up and trapped quickly — plus, it's easy to clean. Get yours on sale now. 8. This portable hairdryer is easy to pop in your travel bags with its 9.5cm ultra short body — that's like the length of a lipstick. XIAOMI / Via Small but mighty is the perfect way to describe this hairdryer. It can heat up to 57-degrees Celsius that protects the hair while drying. Plus, it promises low noise despite moving at a super wind speed of 20m/s. Get yours on sale now. 9. This handheld garment steamer with a 150mL tank capacity can take the kinks and creases out of seven shirts before a refill. With multiple ironing modes from 'explosive steam' to vertical and flat ironing, everyone needs a steamer in their life. This one from XIAOMI helps to sterilise and remove mites from your favourite garments and has strong penetration so you can get your clothes smooth in minimal time. Get yours on sale now. 10. And finally, this baseboard heater has immediate heating for the whole house — despite its slimline build! XIAOMI / Via
