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Thailand is the most dangerous country for motorcyclists

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Experts said last month that, on average, 5500 motorcyclists die annually – or 15 deaths a day. The figure continues to climb, making Thailand the world's deadliest country for two-wheelers.

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Backseat passengers who don’t buckle up are at greater risk for serious injury

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Local study shows rear-seat passengers who did not wear seat belts were about 45 percent more likely to sustain severe injuries than front-seat passengers and drivers.

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Motorists advised to avoid roads around Shangri-La from June 2-4

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June 2, 2017
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To ensure security during the 16th annual Shangri-La Dialogue, the police will conduct road blocks and parking enforcement at the hotel and in its vicinity.

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The McDonald’s Kids of Orchard Road in 1980s Singapore

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Remembering the 1980s Singaporean social phenomenon of the McDonald's Kids, whose hangouts were the popular American fast-food restaurants at Orchard Road.

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Shell Eco-marathon Prototype Car tested in Singapore

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Our energetic engineer tested the Shell Eco-marathon Prototype Car, which will easily exceed 177 kilometres on every litre of fuel, at Changi Exhibition Centre.

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How a robotised manual gearbox works

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June 1, 2017
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Our mechanical engineer talks about Opel's Easytronic, which is a computer-controlled manual transmission that changes gears automatically and operates the clutch for the driver.