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25 car buying advice articles

Beyond the price tag: Factors to consider when car shopping
Beyond comparing pricelists and spec sheets, here are some other factors to consider when shopping for a new car.
Car Buying Advice
ERP 2.0: Possible positions for your processing unit
Your OBU's processing unit isn't always mounted on the passenger footwell. Depending on the car that you drive, more than one option may be available!
Features
Used car buying - does who or where you buy from matter?
Car dealer, consignment dealer, or direct from the owner, does it matter who and where you are buying a car from?
Car Buying Advice
Comparing the different types of car insurance in Singapore
Thinking about which car insurance to buy? We explain the types available in the market, along with their pros and cons.
Car Ownership Advice
Understanding the types of car insurance in Singapore
Excited to get your first car? Not so fast, you'll need car insurance coverage to drive it on the roads! We are here to help you understand all about it.
Car Ownership Advice
What is a plug-in hybrid and should you get one?
Everyone knows what a hybrid car is - the Prius is a popular example of one - but do you know what a plug-in hybrid is? And no, they aren't the same thing.
Car Technical Advice
Don't want to skid into the wall in a carpark? Here's how
Here are some tips on how to drive safely in carparks, so you don't find yourself headed for the wall at Funan's carpark or any other carpark.
Miscellaneous Advice
First-time hybrid owner? Relax, your fuel gauge isn't broken
If you're new to hybrids, you might notice your fuel gauge moves slower than in an ICE car. Don't worry, this is perfectly normal.
Car Technical Advice
Engine oil changes: Separating fact from fiction
How often should you change your oil? Does synthetic oil last forever? What does 'severe conditions' mean? We tackle these and more!
Car Buying Advice
8 most affordable turbocharged new cars for a faster 2023
Have a tight budget, but still want to feel the rush from a turbocharged engine? Here are 8 affordable cars under $150k with turbos for your consideration.
Car Buying Advice
Family transport? Here's why an MPV is better than an SUV
Your friends all drive SUVs and recommend that you get a seven-seater for your family as well. But here's why you should be considering an MPV instead!
Car Buying Advice
6 used car models you may not have considered
If you're shopping for a pre-owned car, chances are you're looking at popular models such as the Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda HR-V, and Hyundai Avante. But widen your search and some interesting choices might make your list.
Car Buying Advice
Mythbusted: Is high mileage always a con when it comes to buying used cars?
Mileage is something that most used car buyers tend to be concerned about, but is a higher mileage necessarily a bad thing? Here's why this worry might be misplaced.
Car Buying Advice
Looking for a used luxury car? Here are the five most listed models
The chances of finding a used European luxury car in relatively good condition are higher if you search for a popular model. Here are the five most listed models on Sgcarmart!
Car Buying Advice
Mythbusted: Is a smaller engine always more fuel efficient?
A smaller engine always uses less fuel, since its capacity is smaller - while that seems to make perfect sense, it really might not be the case these days.
Car Buying Advice
5 more things you should know before getting an EV
With electric cars becoming more and more popular with drivers, here's what else you should consider before taking the plunge.
Car Buying Advice
These shouldn't be the reasons to stop you from buying a particular car
Many factors come together to affect our decision when choosing a car to buy, but here are some that really don't matter as much as you think.
Car Buying Advice
Easy to drive compact crossovers for newbie drivers (Part 2)
Are you still seeking a compact crossover to be your first car? Here are another seven stylish, safe, and driver-friendly models that we think you should go and test drive!
Car Buying Advice
Easy to drive compact crossovers for newbie drivers (Part 1)
Are you a newbie driver considering a compact SUV as your first car? We think you should check out these models, which are relatively easier for a new driver to get used to!
Car Buying Advice
6 things you need to know before getting your first EV
Thinking of making the switch over to all-electric power? Here are some things about electric cars that you'll need to know first!
Car Buying Advice

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25 car buying advice articles

Beyond the price tag: Factors to consider when car shopping
Beyond comparing pricelists and spec sheets, here are some other factors to consider when shopping for a new car.
Car Buying Advice
ERP 2.0: Possible positions for your processing unit
Your OBU's processing unit isn't always mounted on the passenger footwell. Depending on the car that you drive, more than one option may be available!
Features
Used car buying - does who or where you buy from matter?
Car dealer, consignment dealer, or direct from the owner, does it matter who and where you are buying a car from?
Car Buying Advice
Comparing the different types of car insurance in Singapore
Thinking about which car insurance to buy? We explain the types available in the market, along with their pros and cons.
Car Ownership Advice
Understanding the types of car insurance in Singapore
Excited to get your first car? Not so fast, you'll need car insurance coverage to drive it on the roads! We are here to help you understand all about it.
Car Ownership Advice
What is a plug-in hybrid and should you get one?
Everyone knows what a hybrid car is - the Prius is a popular example of one - but do you know what a plug-in hybrid is? And no, they aren't the same thing.
Car Technical Advice
Don't want to skid into the wall in a carpark? Here's how
Here are some tips on how to drive safely in carparks, so you don't find yourself headed for the wall at Funan's carpark or any other carpark.
Miscellaneous Advice
First-time hybrid owner? Relax, your fuel gauge isn't broken
If you're new to hybrids, you might notice your fuel gauge moves slower than in an ICE car. Don't worry, this is perfectly normal.
Car Technical Advice
Engine oil changes: Separating fact from fiction
How often should you change your oil? Does synthetic oil last forever? What does 'severe conditions' mean? We tackle these and more!
Car Buying Advice
8 most affordable turbocharged new cars for a faster 2023
Have a tight budget, but still want to feel the rush from a turbocharged engine? Here are 8 affordable cars under $150k with turbos for your consideration.
Car Buying Advice
Family transport? Here's why an MPV is better than an SUV
Your friends all drive SUVs and recommend that you get a seven-seater for your family as well. But here's why you should be considering an MPV instead!
Car Buying Advice
6 used car models you may not have considered
If you're shopping for a pre-owned car, chances are you're looking at popular models such as the Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda HR-V, and Hyundai Avante. But widen your search and some interesting choices might make your list.
Car Buying Advice
Mythbusted: Is high mileage always a con when it comes to buying used cars?
Mileage is something that most used car buyers tend to be concerned about, but is a higher mileage necessarily a bad thing? Here's why this worry might be misplaced.
Car Buying Advice
Looking for a used luxury car? Here are the five most listed models
The chances of finding a used European luxury car in relatively good condition are higher if you search for a popular model. Here are the five most listed models on Sgcarmart!
Car Buying Advice
Mythbusted: Is a smaller engine always more fuel efficient?
A smaller engine always uses less fuel, since its capacity is smaller - while that seems to make perfect sense, it really might not be the case these days.
Car Buying Advice
5 more things you should know before getting an EV
With electric cars becoming more and more popular with drivers, here's what else you should consider before taking the plunge.
Car Buying Advice
These shouldn't be the reasons to stop you from buying a particular car
Many factors come together to affect our decision when choosing a car to buy, but here are some that really don't matter as much as you think.
Car Buying Advice
Easy to drive compact crossovers for newbie drivers (Part 2)
Are you still seeking a compact crossover to be your first car? Here are another seven stylish, safe, and driver-friendly models that we think you should go and test drive!
Car Buying Advice
Easy to drive compact crossovers for newbie drivers (Part 1)
Are you a newbie driver considering a compact SUV as your first car? We think you should check out these models, which are relatively easier for a new driver to get used to!
Car Buying Advice
6 things you need to know before getting your first EV
Thinking of making the switch over to all-electric power? Here are some things about electric cars that you'll need to know first!
Car Buying Advice

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