“Blink and you’ll miss it” could be used to describe the fifth-generation Range Rover’s looks, but it could also refer to the V8 model’s powerful performance. Its 530hp and 750Nm are deployed to achieve effortless, waft-worthy progress through any surface and climate conditions, rather than to tear up streets like a sports car.
The Range Rover was first conceived in the 1970s as a comfortable, long-range 4x4 for traversing town and country as a sub-model under the Land Rover brand, which then included the rough and rugged Defender. Since then, it has become synonymous with luxury go-everywhere travel for those who prefer to eschew the traditional limousine.
The appeal of Range Rover, both before and now, can be traced to its popularity among the landed gentry, since Range Rover ownership in the city implied ownership of a country estate.
While many new entrants in the same segment channel only the empirical aspects of a plush roadster, the Range Rover continues to hold its ground against them in its price segment of S$600,000 up to S$1m (for highly equipped models) as it focuses on the emotional aspects as well.
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From Screen to Store
Heini Zachariassen, founder of global wine rating app Vivino on how its first retail store in the world brings data-driven curation to wine lovers.
In the Dining Spotlight
Renowned Dutch chef Sergio Herman, whose name has been associated with the Michelin Guide in the Netherlands and Belgium, is expanding his Asian footprint with his Singapore outpost, Le Pristine in Grand Hyatt Singapore.
All for One
How would you navigate a corner if you were hearing-impaired or enjoy school if you were on the spectrum? These architects posit that inclusive design must be part of mainstream standards to improve overall living environments.
Pods and Swirling Staircases
This quirky and playful home designed by Park Associates is shaped after its owners, a young family with three children.
Stories Behind the Kebava
Sufiyanto A. S., one half of the duo behind the Kebaya.Societe Instagram account, has had enough of seeing Malay identity erased and forgotten.
Good to Go
Driving classic Jaguars on the legendary Goodwood Motor Circuit is all the magic a motorhead needs.
Seasons of the Snake
Japanese architect Tadao Ando once again works his magic for Bvlgari, with the Serpenti Tubogas as an artistic canvas for nature's cyclical transformation.
Phoenix Rising
One gutsy retired pharmaceutical executive rescued two-century-old Swiss watchmaker Bovet, and today, its presence is stronger than ever in Southeast Asia.
Con Amore, Leggiero, Presto!
Chan Weitian injects new insights into Presto Drycleaners, blending operational innovation with time-honoured values.
Preserving Paradise
Gaya Island Resort takes eco-tourism beyond the expected, blending conservation efforts with authentic luxury.
