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Ageing Nissan Leaf EV parked at Singapore HDB estate
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The 10-Year Question: Can an Ageing EV Survive a COE Renewal in Singapore?

As PARF rebate changes make COE renewals more attractive, EV owners face a unique set of challenges around battery longevity, technological obsolescence, and rising road taxes.

Editorial Team
7 March 2026· 4 min
DFSK EC35 electric commercial van driving on Singapore road
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LTA Allows Class 3/3A Licence Holders to Drive Heavier Electric Vehicles

Class 3 and 3A licence holders in Singapore can now drive electric vehicles up to 3,000kg, an increase from the current 2,500kg limit.

Sarah Chen
5 March 2026· 1 min
SCDF firefighter responding to an electric vehicle fire in Singapore
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Singapore Sees Rise in Electric Vehicle Fires in 2025, SCDF Data Shows

The SCDF recorded four EV fires in 2025, up from one in 2024, as Singapore's EV and PHEV population surpassed 55,800 vehicles. Authorities are studying distinct number plates for EVs to help first responders.

Editorial Team
4 March 2026· 4 min
Volvo Expands EX30 Recall in Singapore Over Battery Fire Risk
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Volvo Expands EX30 Recall in Singapore Over Battery Fire Risk

Volvo and distributor Wearnes Automotive have expanded the EX30 recall to 194 Singapore owners due to a battery hardware defect that poses a fire risk when charged beyond 70%.

Sarah Chen
2 March 2026· 2 min
Singapore's First Hypercar: The All-Electric Dendrobium Targets Geneva Debut
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Singapore's First Hypercar: The All-Electric Dendrobium Targets Geneva Debut

Vanda Electrics is set to unveil the Dendrobium, Singapore's first all-electric hypercar with 1,500hp, at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2026.

Sarah Chen
2 March 2026· 2 min
Singapore's EV Adoption Hits Tipping Point, Capturing 45% of New Car Market in 2025
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Singapore's EV Adoption Hits Tipping Point, Capturing 45% of New Car Market in 2025

Electric vehicles accounted for a record 45% of all new car registrations in Singapore in 2025, with BYD leading the charge at over 20% market share.

Sarah Chen
2 March 2026· 2 min
Singapore Raises Solar Energy Target to 3 GWp by 2030, Boosting EV Green Credentials
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Singapore Raises Solar Energy Target to 3 GWp by 2030, Boosting EV Green Credentials

Singapore has raised its solar deployment target to 3 GWp by 2030, a move that directly reduces the carbon footprint of every EV charged on the national grid.

Sarah Chen
2 March 2026· 2 min
Zeekr X Urban Arrives in Singapore as a COE Category A EV
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Zeekr X Urban Arrives in Singapore as a COE Category A EV

The Zeekr X Urban is the brand's first Cat A model for Singapore, and it joins an extremely competitive crowd in this arena.

Sarah Chen
2 March 2026· 1 min
Parliament Raises Pressure on EV Fast Charger Rollout as Singapore Misses HDB Target
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Parliament Raises Pressure on EV Fast Charger Rollout as Singapore Misses HDB Target

Singapore lawmakers have tabled parliamentary questions on the pace of EV charging infrastructure rollout, as the country falls short of its target to equip all HDB carparks with chargers by end-2025, with 85% coverage achieved.

Sarah Chen
2 March 2026· 3 min

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