MAY/JUN 2018 SINGAPORE’S WIDEST CIRCULATED AUTO AND LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE MAY/JUN 2018
AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE
PAGE RENEWING 26 COE PAGE MUSICAL 28 ROAD TRIPS PAGE FAMILY FUN OVER 43 THE HOLIDAYS 11PAGE AA SINGAPORE RESPONDS OVERSEAS TO DEADLY STATISTICS SAFE DRIVING FORUM PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE DEAR AA MEMBERS
Our next Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on 23 May PUBLISHER 2018 at Fort Canning Lodge (YWCA). I invite all AA Members to this important event to discuss the Association’s developments. Details of the meeting can be found on page 7. In February, AA Singapore signed the Memorandum of Understanding with our partners — Korea Tourism Organization, Jeju Tourism Organization, Lianhe Wanbao and Asiana Airlines — to initiate MRLQWHIIRUWVLQSURPRWLQJWKHXSFRPLQJŴ\GULYH$8729(1785(TM trip to Jeju Island in June. Turn to page 6 to read about it. AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE We also participated in this year’s Chingay, which took place on 23 and 24 February, supporting ‘A Happy and Inclusive Teck Ghee’ PRESIDENT contingent to bring forth a vibrant performance to over 100,000 Mr Bernard Tay people in attendance each night. Hear from some enthusiastic DEPUTY PRESIDENT performers on page 8. Mr Low Beng Tin The month closed with a Lo-Hei dinner for members, part of AA Singapore’s Chinese New SECRETARY Mr Chia Ho Choon Year celebrations. My appreciation goes to members who took the time to join us at our TREASURER 51@AMK outlet for this yearly affair. It was a joy Mr Rankin B. Yeo to engage our members and usher in the Year of the Dog together. COMMITTEE MEMBERS On 17 March, more than 300 LTC (RET) Chan Chik Weng participants turned up for the Overseas Mr Lee Han Yang Safe Driving Forum. To those who Dr S Chandra Mohan Mr Tan Chian Khong came, thank you for spending your Mr Robert Tan Saturday morning with us. I hope Prof Tay Boon Keng information shared at the forum will Mr David Wong prove useful for your next overseas Mr Thomas Yeoh driving experience, be it for business or pleasure. A summary of the session EDITORIAL BOARD can be found on page 11. Mr Lee Wai Mun Members would be aware that this Ms Grace Wong will be the last printed issue of Highway Ms Celeste Ng Mr David Vella as we migrate towards a digital version. The magazine has been a vital component of the Association, having served as its RIƓFLDOFRPPXQLFDWLRQFKDQQHOWRPHPEHUV HIGHWAY IS THE BI-MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE since 1954. It has been a journey of change, AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE with the magazine undergoing numerous EXCLUSIVELY DISTRIBUTED TO AA MEMBERS. revamps over the years. We look forward to 535 KALLANG BAHRU, #02-08 GB POINT S339351 your support as we enter the digital realm, TEL: 6333 8811 FAX: 6733 5094 EMAIL: [email protected] and welcome your feedback to help us WWW.AAS.COM.SG improve your reading experience. If you have not done so, remember to download the Highway app (see page 14) AA Singapore to stay updated on the Association’s latest @AASGNews news and updates. company/automobile-association-of-singapore
Bernard Tay @AutomobileAssociationSG President, AA Singapore
HIGHWAY 1 INSIDE
01 FROM THE PRESIDENT
04 EDITOR’S NOTE
THE FRONT
06 PRESSROOM AGM Notice, AA Members’ Lo-Hei Dinner, Chingay 2018, Motoring & You Roadshow, Signing of MOU, Overseas Safe Driving Forum
15 TALKSHOP
16 ASK AA Your motoring questions answered Q 18 HEALTH Good vision from good diet HEART OF CAMBODIA 20 SAFETY MATTERS Dealing with road bullies REVIEW 43 INDULGE 22 KNOW YOUR CAR FAMILY FUN OVER THE HOLIDAYS Tips for keeping your car’s value 32 VALUE FOR MONEY Help your kids forget the pressure sky-high Going for less than $100K, of the mid-year exams by taking these four models won’t break them to any of these fun spots the bank FEATURES 48 AUTOVENTURE 36 REMOTE PILOTS Great driving holiday packages for 24 BIKE SHARE: 'URQHVFDQQRZVZLPDQGŴ\ the adventurous SECURITY THREAT? 38 The big data generated by bike- AASHOP sharing services need to be well Great deals for AA Members PITSTOP protected 46 CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES 26 RENEWING COE: LIFESTYLE 3 SCENARIOS 56 WORKSHOPS & COURSES When is the best time to renew 40 TRAVEL \RXU&HUWLƓFDWHRI(QWLWOHPHQW" HEART OF CAMBODIA 60 PRIVILEGE PARTNERS No trip to Cambodia is F&B discounts, specials on health 28 MUSICAL ROAD TRIPS complete without taking and wellness treatments, and hotel You may not have actually walked in the sights of Siem Reap, stay promotions for AA Members on these roads, but they have Battambang and Phnom Penh throughout the year been sung about in popular songs
30 WILL CARS STILL REQUIRE DRIVERS? The implementation of MAY/JUN autonomous vehicles could mean your car can run errands instead of idling in the car park 2018 2 HIGHWAY EDITOR’S NOTE
CHANGE: THE ONLY CONSTANT
PUBLISHING AGENT MAY/JUN 2018 SINGAPORE’S WIDEST CIRCULATED AUTO AND LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE One of the biggest pieces of recent news
AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE from the corporate world was Grab’s announcement of its intention to acquire Uber’s business in Southeast Asia. The merger has yet to be approved by the authorities, so this topic could be covered PAGE RENEWING 26 COE PAGE MUSICAL 28 ROAD TRIPS 43PAGE FAMILY FUN OVER THE HOLIDAYS in a future issue. PAGE THINKFARM PTE LTD 11 AA SINGAPORE RESPONDS OVERSEAS TO DEADLY STATISTICS SAFE DRIVING FORUM $FRQƓUPHGFKDQJHWKDWKDVRFFXUUHG 3 Changi South Lane Kingsmen Creative Centre in the local land transport landscape is the Singapore 486118 rising popularity of bicycle-sharing vendors. Turn to page 24 to Tel: 65 6831 1299 ƓQGRXWWKHSRWHQWLDOGDUNVLGHRIWKLVVHUYLFH www.thinkfarm.sg
On a lighter note, the feature on page 28 focuses on four MANAGING DIRECTOR actual thoroughfares — Great North Road, Penny Lane, Warwick Christopher Tay Avenue and Copperhead Road (now known as Copperhead EDITORIAL Hollow Road) — that have been mentioned in popular songs. Of Chua Kim Beng the four songs, the only one I am familiar with is ‘Penny Lane’ by The Beatles. Hmmm, must be an age thing! ART Besides food for thought from articles such as those Regina Wong mentioned above, this issue of Highway also contains practical CLIENT RELATIONSHIP tips for AA Members. For example, in the Know Your Car Jessie Kek section (page 22), you will learn how to increase the value of Grace Ho your car should you wish to sell it to a dealer; while the Safety Matters section (page 20) advises what you should do when you CONTRIBUTORS encounter a road bully. Adaline Teo, Fiona Chen, The next editor’s note will be coming to you via the digital Ahmad Iskandar, Justin Loh (Shining Head Media), realm — another big change. We hope you are as excited as we Solihin Suhaimi (Shining Head Media), are to embark on the next phase of Highway’s long history as the Jon White, Patricia Ang, Siti Rohani, Supernature Singapore, Tan Ju Kuang magazine transitions from a printed format to an online presence.
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4 HIGHWAY NEWS, HAPPENINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS AT AA KOREA, HERE WE COME! AA Singapore signs a MOU to promote the upcoming AUTOVENTURETM drive to South Korea, a trip co-organised with Lianhe Wanbao.
From left:
Mr Lee Wai Mun, CEO, AA Singapore
Mr Goh Sin Teck, Editor, Lianhe Wanbao
Mr Yoon Seung Hwan, Director, Korea Tourism Organization
Mr Yang Pil Soo, Director, Jeju Tourism Organization
Mr Jung Jin Hak, Regional General Manager, Asiana Airlines Representatives of the stakeholders adding their signatures to the MOU.
On 23 February 2018, the AA Singapore at the ceremony, WRSODFHVIXUWKHUDƓHOGDQGLQFOXGH Automobile Association (AA) of which took place in the premises ŴLJKWVWRDQGIURPWKHGHVWLQDWLRQ Singapore signed a Memorandum of Korea Tourism Organization on AA Singapore has been of Understanding (MOU) with the Church Street. collaborating with Lianhe Wanbao following parties: The memorandum was inked to co-organise and co-promote self- • Korea Tourism Organization to initiate joint efforts among all driving holidays to Malaysia and • Jeju Tourism Organization SDUWLHVWRSURPRWHWKHŴ\GULYH Thailand for the past nine years, • Lianhe Wanbao, Singapore AUTOVENTURETM trip to Jeju reaching out to both AA Members Press Holdings Limited Island. AUTOVENTURETM, AA and Wanbao readers. For the 10th • Asiana Airlines Singapore Singapore’s iconic driving holidays, anniversary of this partnership, the is a key feature offered to AA two collaborators have decided to $$&KLHI([HFXWLYH2IƓFHU Members. Such drives include trips go beyond their comfort zone and Mr Lee Wai Mun represented to nearby places; they can also be head to Jeju Island and Seoul in 6RXWK.RUHDŋWKHƓUVWWLPHWanbao UHDGHUVZLOOEHRQDŴ\GULYH adventure. The trip will take place from 6–14 June 2018.
Keen to join us on the trip?
Email: [email protected]. sg (use the subject line ‘AA- Wanbao 10th Anniversary Drive: Fly-Drive to Jeju Island & Seoul’)
Tel: 6333 8811 (ext 140)
6 HIGHWAY NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF MEMBERS OF THE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION OF SINGAPORE WILL BE HELD ON 23 MAY 2018
Date: Wednesday, 23 May 2018 NOTE Time: 6.30pm a. Members attending the Annual General Meeting Venue: Fort Canning Lodge (YWCA) must produce their valid membership card. 6 Fort Canning Road Level 2, Sophia Cooke Ballroom b. To facilitate discussion, members are requested Singapore 179494 to notify AA Singapore in writing by 5pm on Wednesday, 16 May 2018, of any other business they wish to transact at the Meeting. AGENDA c. Members are reminded of Clause 11(g) of the 1. President’s Address Association’s Constitution: “All members of less than three years’ standing shall not be eligible to 7RFRQƓUPWKH0LQXWHVRIWKH$QQXDO*HQHUDO vote at an AGM or EGM.” Meeting held on 30 May 2017 d. Nominations for election to the posts in the 3. To receive and, if approved, adopt the Annual Committee must be received by the Chief 5HSRUWDQG$XGLWHG)LQDQFLDO6WDWHPHQWVIRUWKH ([HFXWLYH2IƓFHUQRODWHUWKDQSPRQ)ULGD\ year ended 31 December 2017 11 May 2018. All envelopes must be clearly marked 4. To elect six members to the Committee for the “AA NOMINATIONSŐ)RUPVPD\EHFROOHFWHG ensuing year XSRQYHULƓFDWLRQRIDYDOLG$$PHPEHUVKLSFDUGDW the following two locations: 5. To appoint auditors for the ensuing year • 535 Kallang Bahru, #02-08 GB Point, Singapore 6. To transact any other business of which notice in 339351, between 8.30am and 6.00pm from writing has been received by the Chief Executive 0RQGD\VŊ)ULGD\V 2IƓFHUE\SPRQ:HGQHVGD\0D\ • 51 Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, #02-02 51@AMK, Singapore 569922, between 10am and 11pm BY ORDER OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE from Mondays–Sundays. e. Members may collect the 2017 Annual Report from CHIA HO CHOON either of the two locations above prior to the AGM, SECRETARY or collect a copy at the AGM. A soft copy will also 2 May 2018 be available at www.aas.com.sg.
HIGHWAY 7 NEWS, HAPPENINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS AT AA AA SUPPORTS CHINGAY 2018 CONTINGENT For the Teck Ghee contingent, it was not just about putting up a dazzling show, but conveying the values of an inclusive society as well. Thanks to support and sponsorship from AA, they did just that.
CHINGAY 2018 IN NUMBERS 100,000 6,500 Number of Number of audience in performers attendance 55 1,500m Number Distance between of parade parade start (F1 contingents Pit Building) and end (Marina Bay Floating Platform) points The 46th edition of the annual which represented various cultures Chingay parade literally kicked off and themes. the Automobile Association of with a bang. When Prime Minister Teck Ghee constituency’s theme Singapore. Lee Hsien Loong and Mdm Ho was ‘A Happy and Inclusive Teck Scheduled to go on at the Ching arrived at the F1 Pit Building, Ghee’, and the contingent was tail end of the event, the Teck WKH\ZHUHPHWZLWKƓUHZRUNVDQG certainly inclusive on many levels. Ghee troupe members remained thunderous applause from the Performers played different roles enthusiastic while waiting for their audience. that showcased the history of local slot. “I’m awed by the energy The theme for Chingay 2018 transport modes — from trishaw and vibrancy of the parade — and was ‘Cultural FUNtasy’. True to riders and cyclists to Personal ,ōYHGHƓQLWHO\HQMR\HGP\VHOI its name, the stunning spectacle Mobility Device users — evoking throughout the rehearsals in the had fantasy and cultural elements nostalgia for Singapore’s kampung lead-up to Chingay,” exclaimed woven into one show-stopping SDVWZKLOHUHŴHFWLQJWKHFRXQWU\ōV Mdm Susan Tan, 60, a second- extravaganza. The excitement progress at the same time. time participant. When asked of the spectators added to the The lively performers were about her favourite part of her atmosphere. The event included ŴDQNHGE\DJLDQWLOOXPLQDWHG experience, she was quick to reply, dancing ballerinas, a Russian balloon emblazoned with logos of ŏ'HƓQLWHO\WKHFDPDUDGHULHDPRQJ troupe in their traditional best, and the People’s Association, Citizens’ the participants! I really liked that ŋRIFRXUVHŋWKHGHFRUDWHGŴRDWV Consultative Committees, and the inclusive theme extended to the performers, who included the elderly and those with disabilities, such as hearing loss.” Another Teck Ghee participant, Mdm June Wang, 31, shared, “I wanted my son, Oliver, to experience different cultural performances, which is why I’ve decided to take part this \HDUIRUWKHƓUVWWLPH+H UHDOO\HQMR\HGKLPVHOI and even made a few friends.”
8 HIGHWAY NEWS, HAPPENINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS AT AA
AA Singapore President Mr Bernard Tay FUN AT LO-HEI preparing to toss the yusheng. AA Singapore held a Lo-Hei dinner for members at its premises in 51@AMK to welcome the Year of the Dog. AA Singapore’s annual Lo-Hei Among those gathered for the dinner to welcome the Lunar New happy occasion was Mr Bernard Year is a highly anticipated event Tay, President of AA Singapore. that never fails to attract the eager In his speech, Mr Tay revealed that, participation of members. This DVDƓUPDGYRFDWHRIVDIHGULYLQJ year’s edition was no different — throughout its existence, the about 80 people gathered at Association was concerned about the AA outlet at 51@AMK on the rising trend of fatalities among 28 February 2018 to usher in Singaporeans driving overseas. Members the Year of the Dog. “Some of these accidents could queuing for the sumptuous buffet spread. possibly have been avoided if drivers were better prepared,” he stressed. He thus urged those present to visit the AA Overseas Safe Driving Forum. Turn to page 11 to read about this event, which was held at the Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre on 17 March 2018. Before digging into the mouth- watering spread of food that was specially catered for the evening, members and staff enthusiastically joined in the traditional tossing of WKHUDZƓVKVDODG Happy members enjoying themselves at the dinner.
HIGHWAY 9 NEWS, HAPPENINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS AT AA AA SINGAPORE AT MOTORING & YOU AA Singapore continues to educate the public on buying used cars.
Organised by the Consumer Association of Singapore (CASE), Top: CASE the Motoring & You roadshow aims President to educate the public on the points Mr Lim Biow Chuan giving to note when purchasing a pre- his opening owned car. According to its statistics, speech. the car industry was the top source Left: Mr Lim and of complaints from 2013 to 2017, representatives and about 60% of car-related cases of the it handled in 2016 involved pre- stakeholders of the roadshow. owned cars. AA Singapore was once again present at this year’s event, held on 15 and 16 March at Chevron House. The Association set up a booth to share with the public the importance of sending potential used car purchases for an evaluation. AA Singapore’s Car Evaluation Service can detect and uncover hidden defects — from the chassis frame and brakes to bodywork and paintwork. It is even able to tell whether a vehicle had been involved in a collision. This helps prevent car buyers from inadvertently FOR MORE purchasing a ‘lemon’. INFORMATION ON Left: Here are some AA CAR EVALUATION Members of scenes of what SERVICE, CALL AA the public TECHNICAL SERVICES interacting happened at Motoring with AA AT 6389 4270 OR staff. & You 2018. VISIT WWW.AAS. COM.SG.
10 HIGHWAY NEWS, HAPPENINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS AT AA STAY SAFE DRIVING OVERSEAS
Here are the highlights of the Overseas Safe Driving Forum, organised by AA Singapore to help the increasing number of people taking to self-drive holidays overseas.
The forum panel taking questions from the floor.
A self-drive holiday embodies ensure that those who intend to the spirit of travel, giving you the drive when overseas can make freedom to move at your own proper preparations and help pace and decide on what you make roads everywhere safer for want to experience. However, everyone. driving in another country often “AA Singapore is committed brings its own set of challenges, to road safety advocacy. Through from unfamiliar terrain and this Overseas Safe Driving Forum, ORFDOWUDIƓFUXOHVWRXQH[SHFWHG we hope you would be able to animal sightings, varying climate gain practical knowledge and tips conditions and more. through the sharing session by our This awareness of the challenges panel of experts, to enhance your of driving overseas attracted an Guest-of-Honour Mr Bernard overseas driving experience and overwhelming turnout of more than Tay, President of AA Singapore, have a safe and enjoyable journey,” addressing the audience. 300 participants at the Overseas says Guest-of-Honour Mr Bernard Safe Driving Forum (OSDF) held who had been driving overseas, AA Tay, President of AA Singapore and on 17 March 2018. Many arrived Singapore recognised the need to Chairman of the Singapore Road as early as 8am to check out the create better awareness among its Safety Council. “It is important exhibition booths that lined the members as well as the public. to understand road and safety entrance to the conference hall at Themed ‘One Life Lost Is One rules wherever you are. With our Suntec Singapore Convention & Too Many’, the forum aimed to extensive connections globally, Exhibition Centre.
AA SINGAPORE’S COMMITMENT Organised by the Automobile Association (AA) of Singapore, the OSDF was a follow-up to the topic of safe driving overseas, which was introduced at the Safe Driving and Mobility Conference held in October 2017. Following several reports of road accidents and fatalities involving Singaporeans
HIGHWAY 11 we are able to help you access information when driving overseas on these unfamiliar roads.”
SUBJECTS COVERED Topics at the forum included tips on pre-trip preparation, safety aspects, driver’s preparation, and safe driving in Western Australia and Malaysia.
General checklist Mr M Yusof Bin Ismail, Operations Manager and Trainer, AutoSwift Mr Tay Chay Sim, Senior Technical Consultant and Trainer, AAS Academy. Recovery Pte Ltd, offered a useful checklist on what one needs to 2YHUFRQƓGHQFH prepare before embarking on a Driving overseas is not the same Participants enjoying the snacks provided. trip. These include travel insurance, as driving in Singapore, a point International Driving Permit, list of emphasised by Mr Tay Chay Self-drive holidays are ideal important contact numbers, and Sim, Senior Technical Consultant for taking in the beauty of the more. He also offered suggestions and Trainer, AAS Academy. He vast Australian landscape, but do on choosing the right car and cautioned attendees about the exercise caution. Ms Anna Sawyer, preparing a road book to compile GDQJHURIEHLQJRYHUFRQƓGHQWDQG Manager for Road Safety, Advocacy useful information. reminded drivers to bear in mind and Members, Royal Automobile the phrase ‘Plan, Comply, Beware Club of West Australia, spoke Weather and travel insurance and Behave’ so they will always be on what one needs to do when AutoSwift Recovery Assistant PLQGIXORIWKHORFDOWUDIƓFUXOHV encountering conditions native to Manager Mr Terry Tan and AAS the land, such as unsealed ground Insurance Agency General Manager Challenges in Western Australia… roads, wildlife, and road trains. 0U6DP6QJZHQWLQWRVSHFLƓFVRQ Participants were also given some preparing for the climate of the insights into driving challenges in destination and important details Western Australia and Malaysia. in the travel insurance purchased respectively. According to Mr Tan, driving glasses are essential for the polarising function that helps diffuse the glare of the sun. He also touched on the need to pay attention to the variety of fuel grades in other countries, and to always opt for the higher grade. Mr Sng emphasised the importance of keeping one’s travel Mr Ahmed Ismail, AA Malaysia insurance contact number close at Road Safety Committee Member. hand, ensuring medical coverage as well as the need to cover rental car Ms Anna Sawyer, Manager, Road … Malaysia… Safety, Advocacy and Members, Royal excess. Automobile Club of Western Australia. Even driving in Malaysia, our closest neighbour, can be tricky. Mr Ahmed Ismail, AA Malaysia Road Safety Committee Member, highlighted some conditions worth noting. These include black spots — areas ZKHUHPRUHWKDQWKUHHWUDIƓF accidents occur a year — and what you should do when you encounter elephants and cows! So what does one do when an elephant is in one’s way? “Do not horn. Just come to a dead stop, wind up your windows and let them pass,” he advises. Three attendees enjoying an amusing anecdote.
12 HIGHWAY … and beyond LIVELY DISCUSSION 7KHƓQDOVSHDNHU The forum came to a close with the was AUTOVENTURETM veteran participants engaging in a lively Mr Tan Hun Twang. Having question-and-answer session with participated in several overseas the panel of speakers and Mr Lee driving expeditions, he drew on his :DL0XQ&KLHI([HFXWLYH2IƓFHURI experience to warn of the pitfalls AA Singapore. one could face when driving from Ms Mary Png, 67, who attended Singapore to other countries. the forum with her 68-year-old Long drives to places such as husband, found the event relevant Thailand and Mongolia entail for their impending 12-day self- meticulous preparation and vehicle drive trip to the South Island of New maintenance before leaving the Zealand. “It is useful, especially as I Mr Tan Hun Twang, an country. Travelling in a convoy AUTOVENTURETM veteran. have never driven overseas before. I with experienced travellers helps never knew that there were so many in providing support, dealing SKRWRVKDYHGHƓQLWHO\LQVSLUHG things we had to do! Now that we with border-crossing formalities, some in the audience to consider are planning to drive on our own, I accidents, as well as challenging a self-driving AUTOVENTURETM for think it is very good for me to know conditions. Mr Tan’s breathtaking their next holiday. more,” she says. ROAD SAFETY ROADSHOW Held alongside the forum was an exhibition with booths showcasing products and services useful for self-drive vacations as well as for drivers in general. Participants were introduced to bespoke training programmes conducted by AAS Academy that catered to individuals as well as businesses. They were also able to obtain information on insurance plans offered by AAS Insurance Agency, including AA A participant making a query during the TourCare Plus, which has a special Q&A session. extension to cover emergency evacuation or repatriation following the occurrence of a pre-existing medical condition. At the AA travel, as it is 10 times smaller AUTOVENTURETM booth, many than a regular child’s car booster members sought advice from forum seat and just as safe. For kids speaker Mr Tan Hun Twang on the aged nine months to four years challenges of overseas driving. weighing nine to 18kg, there is In an era where travellers ask for the easy folding and lightweight FOR YOUR SUPPORT WKH:L)LSDVVZRUGEHIRUHƓQGLQJ Urban Kanga portable car seat. out whether their hotel room comes Participants were also drawn WE THANK OUR SPONSORS with attached bathroom and toilet, to the TireCare booth, which AND PARTNERS OF THE RoamPass is a godsend. At the was promoting a product that OVERSEAS SAFE DRIVING RoamPass booth, participants were can help drivers if they get a FORUM 2018: introduced to a device that offered ŴDWW\UHDQGKDYHQRVSDUHRQH • Zhengda Corporation Pte Ltd Internet access in more than 100 The TireCare Anti-Puncture • AIG Asia Pacific Insurance countries. This device, which puts kit contains a sealant, which is Pte. Ltd. global Wi-Fi right in your pocket, is pumped into the punctured • Avis easy to set up, and can connect up tyres. Roll the tyre to coat the • Budget WRƓYHGHYLFHVDWWKHVDPHWLPH inside surface with the sealant, • Hertz Asia Pacific Pte Ltd The young ones were not LQŴDWHDQG\RXDUHJRRGWR • Liberty Insurance Pte Ltd forgotten, with TaxiBaby’s range go. Used in ambulances in of portable and compact child Singapore, the sealant can be • Ngai Heng Pte Ltd seats. The mifold grab-and-go pumped into tyres even before • Spizza booster seat, designed for children DSXQFWXUHRFFXUV,WODVWVƓYH • Tokio Marine Insurance aged four and above, is ideal for years and is also eco-friendly. Singapore Ltd.
HIGHWAY 13 NEWS, HAPPENINGS & ANNOUNCEMENTS AT AA
CONGRATULATIONS TO MR BERNARD TAY!
Automobile Association of Singapore extends our congratulations to Mr Bernard Tay, President of AA Singapore, on his appointment as Justice of the Peace (JP).
Mr Tay has served in many different roles in the community. The appointment is a recognition of 0U7D\ōVVLJQLƓFDQWFRQWULEXWLRQVDQGVHUYLFHWR the public and community at large.
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14 HIGHWAY YOUR SAY ON TODAY’S TRANSPORTATION ISSUES BLINDING PMDS
I refer to the Jan/Feb 2018 issue of know where to move and would Highway. In the article ‘Sharing the usually freeze in place, afraid of Roads’, the section ‘Cycling and the getting hit if I were to continue use of PMDs/Mobility Aids’ advised jogging or walking. I believe the bicycles and PMD users to switch risk of an accident is much higher on their front white lights during for elderly road users. low-light conditions. I would like to propose, for the I feel that this is unsafe for safety of all pedestrians, that the pedestrians. white lights permitted by LTA While jogging or walking along be changed to amber lights if pedestrian pathways, I get blinded these mobility devices are by the glare of white lights from not able to toggle to low oncoming PMDs and bicycles. This bbeams.eams. is because, unlike cars, the white light emitted from bicycles and DDannyanny ChewChew PMDs do not have the ability to AA Member toggle to low beam. Because they usually move much faster than my walking/jogging speed, I do not
EDITOR’S REPLY
Dear Danny, Thank you for your letter, in which As for pedestrians, you suggested that Personal they can prevent Mobility Devices (PMDs) be themselves from attached with front lights that are getting injured by using amber instead of white, especially footpaths, not paths if these lights cannot toggle reserved for bicycles between low and high beam, to and PMDs, when reduce the glare experienced by available. However, pedestrians facing such PMDs. whenever they are on We will bring your concerns shared-use paths, they to the attention of the relevant should stay extra alert. WE WANT TO HEAR authorities. Pedestrians should FROM YOU! IF YOU In the meantime, we would like watch out for the glow to remind PMD users to: of such approaching HAVE A MOTORING OR Ř :HDUEULJKWUHŴHFWLYHFORWKLQJ lamps near bends and ROAD SAFETY ISSUE to make themselves more visible, crests along the path YOU’D LIKE TO RAISE, especially at night so that they are not PLEASE WRITE TO US AT • Ensure that a working bell is caught unawares, and [email protected]. attached to the PMD so that they can respond by slowing LETTERS MAY BE can alert pedestrians of their down and keeping to EDITED FOR LENGTH presence the left edge of the path • Stick to designated paths and to make way for PMDs OR CLARITY. speed limits and bicycles to pass.
HIGHWAY 15 OUR AUTO EXPERTS ASKAA ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CHECK AND MY CAR’S STEERING FEELS RATHER REPLACE MY CAR’S WIPER BLADES? HEAVY; IT ALSO DOESN’T SEEM WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT MATERIALS CENTRED WHEN DRIVING ON STRAIGHT USED IN THE BLADES? WHICH ONE IS ROADS. WHAT COULD BE THE POSSIBLE THE BEST? CAUSES? HOW SHOULD I RECTIFY IT? It is advisable to check and replace your wiper A stiff steering wheel could indicate a problem with blades every six to 12 months, depending on WKHSRZHUVWHHULQJV\VWHP7KHƓUVWWKLQJ\RXVKRXOG your driving conditions and the type of material GRLVFKHFN\RXUSRZHUVWHHULQJŴXLGDVWKHUHPD\ the blades are made out of; follow the blade QRWEHHQRXJKLQWKHUHVHUYRLU,IWKHŴXLGLVORZDGG manufacturer’s recommendation for replacement PRUHŴXLG+RZHYHUVKRXOGWKHOHYHOGURSVRRQ advice. DIWHUDGGLQJPRUHŴXLGWKHUHLVDKLJKFKDQFHWKDW Ordinary rubber blades, the cheapest option, there is a leak and you should send your car to be have the shortest lifespan. Halogen-hardened checked thoroughly. If the problem does not lie with rubber blades should last a bit longer, while silicone WKHŴXLGOHYHOLWFRXOGEHZLWKWKHSRZHUVWHHULQJ blades have the longest-lasting durability. pump or belt. A lack of lubrication in the steering To check if your blades need to be replaced, look system or worn front suspension could make the out for the following signs: VWHHULQJGLIƓFXOW • There is streaking when they wipe the moisture ,I\RXƓQGLWGLIƓFXOWWRNHHS\RXUFDURQDVWUDLJKW from the windshield; or they leave gaps and path when driving, the culprit is likely misaligned patches, where water is not being removed ZKHHOV:RUQW\UHVRUW\UHVWKDWDUHLQŴDWHGXQHYHQO\ • They scrape your windscreen, or make squeaking could be why your car is ‘pulled’ in a certain or chattering sounds direction. To rectify the issue, check the wheel • Pulling the wiper arm away from your windshield alignment and ensure that the pressure is equal in all reveals tears and cracks in the wiper blade tyres. If the issue is worn tyres, replace them.
16 HIGHWAY HEALTH NUTRITION FOR GOOD VISION
While sunglasses prevent ultraviolet radiation from reaching the eyes, play it safe by protecting your eyes via an internal route: supplementing your diet with vision-boosting food items. CONTRIBUTED BY SUPERNATURE SINGAPORE
eing inside a car doesn’t of cataracts, and reduce vision mean you have full impairment: protection from the sun. The metal roof effectively CARROTS Bblocks any sunlight from above, Beta-carotene is the orange- while the windshield provides up coloured carotenoid pigment to 90% coverage, but studies show found in carrots as well as other that the side windows offer patchy plants such as sweet potatoes, coverage when closed and none pumpkins and yams. Within the when open. body, this antioxidant is converted It’s also important to remember to vitamin A, a key micronutrient that we’re exposed to the sun that safeguards against cataracts. GLUHFWO\DQGUHŴHFWLYHO\,QIDFW ultraviolet (UV) radiation can SWEET BELL PEPPERS effectively bounce off other In addition to beta-carotene, these surfaces — retaining 9% of its veggies are also rich in vitamin C. strength off asphalt, 25% off This nutrient combination combats concrete, 85% off snow, and harmful free radicals and protects 100% off water. Depending on eyesight. Not a fan of peppers? the solar angle, it’s possible to get Papaya also offers this vision- FISH 360-degree exposure. supporting combination. Salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines What kind of effects can the and other types of cold-water oily sun have on our eyes? Excess DARK LEAFY GREENS ƓVKDUHWKHULFKHVWGLHWDU\VRXUFH exposure in a short period Lutein and zeaxanthin are related of omega-3 fatty acids. These fats can cause symptoms such as to carotenoid and found in kale, SXWRXWŌƓUHVōZLWKLQWKHERG\ irritation, swelling or even mild spinach, collards, green peas, UHGXFLQJLQŴDPPDWLRQLQWKHWLVVXHV burning of the cornea. Low- broccoli, avocado and corn. and blood vessels surrounding grade UV exposure usually goes These greenish antioxidant the eye. Besides being a source of unnoticed from day to day, but can pigments help to prevent and vitamin E, vitamin D and zinc (all progressively deteriorate delicate even stop the progression of vision-promoting micronutrients), eye structures — such as the lens degenerative eye diseases. WKHVHƓVKHVDOVRSURYLGHKLJK and retina — possibly leading to quality protein, which fuels and cataracts or vision loss. As driver or CITRUS FRUITS strengthens muscle and structural passenger, time spent on the road Orange, grapefruit, kiwi, lemon tissues surrounding the eye. takes a toll on your eyes. and lime are potent sources of 1RWDIDQRIƓVK"(JJV To protect your vision as you vitamin C. Regularly consuming offer many of these move from Point A to Point B, fruits rich in this antioxidant is same nutrients, defend yourself both externally associated with the improved health while chia and and internally. of tissues in and around the eye. This ŴD[VHHGDUH To shield eyes from harmful UV vitamin also boosts the usefulness of great vegan rays, wear sunglasses. But don’t other eye-supporting nutrients. alternatives. VWRSWKHUHbŋUHVHDUFKVKRZVWKDW there are many vision-boosting superfoods that can help repair ocular cell damage, reduce risk
18 HIGHWAY SAFETY MATTERS DEALING WITH ROAD BULLIES
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Then you should understand what dealers look for when assessing its value. hen you get an estimate from the car dealer, it is often based on two things: the car’s paper Wvalue and body value. PAPER VALUE 2IWHQDƓ[HGDPRXQWWKHSDSHUYDOXH of your car is what you will get from the government when you de-register your car. This amount is the sum of the Preferential Additional Registration )HH 3$5) EHQHƓWDQG&HUWLƓFDWHRI (QWLWOHPHQW &2( UHEDWH A new vehicle’s Open Market Value (OMV) is the cost of delivering the vehicle to the customer from the country of manufacture (includes freight, insurance and incidentals). TIPS TO INCREASE YOUR CAR’S VALUE If the vehicle is de-registered within Whether you are selling to a dealer or an end-user, \HDUVIURPLWVƓUVWUHJLVWUDWLRQ these actions will help your car rise in worth. date, the registered owner will be entitled to a PARF rebate, usually DO YOUR HOMEWORK&KHFN BASIC CHECKS a percentage of the OMV. 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If you potential buyers may not have assessment are in its appearance replace parts, keep the receipts. All the same need or be willing to (eg. whether the vehicle has these prove you have been taking SD\H[WUDIRUWKHP been accident-free), whether it care of your car. is functioning properly, and the MILEAGE Your vehicle’s demand for it in the resale market. TO FIX OR NOT TO FIX If your car PLOHDJHLVRQHRIWKHƓUVWWKLQJV If you are considering buying a new has minor scratches, have these a potential buyer would check or used car from a dealer, note that EXIIHGRXW,IPRUHPDMRUƓ[HVDUH as it is an indicator of wear and he may make a higher offer for your required, it is best to let your dealer tear. The higher it is, the lower current car to entice you to buy from know upfront. Get an estimate from your car’s value. The best way him. Alternatively, you may choose a reputable workshop beforehand to counter this is dedicated to sell your car directly to a buyer so you can judge if a deduction — if maintenance and proper instead of a dealer. requested — is reasonable. records. 22 HIGHWAY FEATURE BIKE SHARE: SECURITY THREAT? The insatiable demand for bike- sharing services here has seen numbers climb from 1,000 to more than 100,000 bikes within a year. But can the big data on riders be compromised and used to plan something sinister? WORDS ADALINE TEO KHUHDUHFXUUHQWO\ƓYH LQQRFXRXVLWFRXOGKDYHPRUH more physical sense. They could bike-sharing operators: serious implications if the data potentially be used as bombs by TSingapore-based oBike, collected is misused. terrorists, according to Daniel SG Bike and GBikes, as well A dockless bike-sharing app /HZNRYLW]LQDQLQWHUYLHZZLWK as China-based Mobike and ofo. FDQJHQHUDWHFRPSUHKHQVLYH*36 Australian radio station, 2GB. As they generate a lot of rider data, ORFDWLRQGDWDWKDWFDQSURYLGHD /HZNRYLW]SURYLGHVWHUURULVP DUHSULYDF\DQGVHFXULW\DWULVN" SLFWXUHRIDULGHUōVPRYHPHQWV related training to the New South This is useful for city planning and Wales police. NOT SO PRIVATE AFTER ALL policy making. But it can easily ([SORVLYHSDFNHGELF\FOHV In December 2017, oBike made FURVVLQWRVLWXDWLRQVLQYROYLQJ KDYHEHHQXVHGLQWHUURULVW headlines when its unencrypted LQYDVLRQRISULYDF\DQGSHUVRQDO attacks. Two that occurred in user data were made accessible security. In addition, when India are the 2008 nine-bicycle online. The company has a million analysed alongside the rider’s bombs, which killed 60 people in DFWLYHXVHUVKHUH other account information, you Jaipur, and the 2013 twin bomb News1 of oBike’s data leak FDQDOVRƓQGRXWRWKHUSHUVRQDO blasts at Hyderabad, which killed IROORZHGUHYHODWLRQVWKDWULGH information, such as who the 18 people. KDLOLQJOHDGHU8EHUKDGFRYHUHG rider’s friends and family are. ŏ,IDSRWHQWLDOO\H[SORVLYH up a data breach in 2016. Hackers +RZHYHULQ6LQJDSRUH packed bicycle left in a crowded had obtained the personal details FRQYHQLHQFHWUXPSVSULYDF\ location won’t be considered of 57 million passengers and Mobike user Stephen is not suspicious, it’s almost the GULYHUVZRUOGZLGHLQFOXGLQJ FRQFHUQHGDERXWKDYLQJKLV SHUIHFWERPEGHOLYHU\V\VWHPŐ 380,000 users in Singapore. PRYHPHQWVWUDFNHGŏ$OOWKH\DUH VD\V/HZNRYLW] Though the oBike incident did not going to see is my boring routine,” UHYHDOFUHGLWFDUGGHWDLOVDQGXVHU VD\VWKH,7WHFKQLFLDQŏ,WKLQN While practical Singaporeans passwords, it still doesn’t mean *RRJOHDQG)DFHERRNKDYHPXFK see the appeal of bike-sharing your data is completely safe. more information about me.” VHUYLFHVWKH\VKRXOGEHZDU\ of how these companies collect THEY KNOW WHERE YOU GO THREAT OF TERRORISM data on them, and rely on :KLOHKDYLQJ\RXUQDPH 2QDPRUHVLQLVWHUOHYHOVKDUHG WKRVHWKDWKDYHVWULFWSURWRFROV and location exposed seems bikes could be a security threat in a protecting such information. 1 HTTP://WWW.STRAITSTIMES.COM/SINGAPORE/TRANSPORT/OBIKE-REVIEWING-APP-SECURITY-AFTER-INTERNATIONAL-USER-DATA-LEAK 24 HIGHWAY FEATURE RENEWING COE: 3 SCENARIOS Should you renew your car’s COE way before, close to, or after expiry? WORDS ADALINE TEO before expiry. If you then decide to scrap your car before it reaches 10 years of age, you can still claim your 50% PARF rebate. You can also get back a portion (pro-rated to the amount of time remaining) of your renewed COE. Some may opt for early renewal if they are aware that the next month’s PQP price will rise. The Prevailing Quota Premium (PQP) that you must pay is based on COE prices over the past three months. In Table 2, you can compare the PQP for July 2016 and August 2016. If your car’s COE expires in August 2016 and you opted to renew a month earlier, you would have paid $2,833 less for a 10-year COE. As COE prices vary from month to month, it may be helpful to check PQP on AA Singapore’s website six months to a year prior to renewing your COE. Do note s of February 2018, there you will be forgoing 50%, or that if you renew your COE early, are more than 80,000 $10,000, in PARF rebates. This your next COE expiry date will also Aprivate cars on Singapore amount can be substantially be brought forward. roads that are approaching higher for premium cars. But your TABLE 2 their pivotal tenth year of life. If COE rebate, would be minimal — you plan to continue driving your close to zero — since the COE isn’t RENEWAL IN RENEWAL IN car well past its tenth year, it’s going to last much longer. JUL 2016 AUG 2016 time to decide exactly when is the TABLE 1 PQP (for 10 PQP (for 10 EHVWWLPHWRJHWWKDWFHUWLƓFDWHRI years): $51,630 years): $54,463 entitlement (COE) renewed. 2008 CATEGORY B CAR (ABOVE 1,600CC) SCENARIO 1 SCENARIO 3 RENEW COE NEAR EXPIRY Age: 9 years 11 months 30 days RENEW COE AFTER EXPIRY When you renew your COE, you If you missed the deadline for instantly lose your Preferential Estimated ARF value: $20,000 renewal, don’t worry. You can still Additional Registration Fee (PARF) Estimated PARF rebate: $10,000 renew your COE up to a month and COE rebates. To ease the after it has expired. Application sense of loss, most car owners Estimated COE rebate: $0 requests must be made at LTA’s renew the COE as close to the Customer Service Centre at Sin expiry date as possible. SCENARIO 2 Ming. Late payment fees apply, As a guide, a typical family car RENEW COE EARLY depending on the type of vehicle may have an estimated Additional The PARF value of your car remains for which you are renewing. Registration Fee (ARF) of about till it is fully 10 years old, so that is However, you could forfeit your $20,000 (see Table 1). If you intact even when you opt to renew eligibility for renewal if the COE has choose to renew your COE now, your COE early, say one month expired for more than one month. 26 HIGHWAY FEATURE MUSICAL ROAD TRIPS While some artistes sing about love and broken hearts, others sing about… roads! Let us transport you to four thoroughfares made famous by acts such as Sting and The Beatles. WORDS JON WHITE HEADING SOUTH Sting also dedicates that leap of faith, that ON THE GREAT the song to all musicians leap in the dark, that NORTH ROAD who have travelled down same journey, with STING that road, such as Eric many others from The Great North Road Burdon and the Animals, my part of the world connects Scotland to Brian Johnson (of AC/ — some of us were London — it’s a highway '&IDPH 0DUN.QRSŴHU successful.” numerous artistes have (from Dire Straits), travelled on in search Trevor Horn, Bryan Ferry, DID YOU KNOW? of their lucky break. In Lindisfarne and Jimmy Sting earned his unusual 2016, Sting released 1DLObŏ,KDGWROHDYHKRPH nickname from the head he’s had the an autobiographical and make that journey black-and-yellow striped pleasure to know” were track named after the 300 miles south to right sweater — reminiscent of inspired by a real barber highway, in which he talks here in London, with little a bee — he used to wear in the area: Bioletti’s about heading from his more than an old guitar, often during his early displayed pictures of hometown of Wallsend, a bag of dreams, and a days as a musician in a the different haircuts it Newcastle, to London to notebook full of songs,” local jazz band. offered. “The song is part pursue his dreams. Sting recounts. “I shared fact, part nostalgia for a PENNY LANE place, which is a great THE BEATLES place — blue suburban This song is Paul skies as we remember it,” McCartney’s tribute to reveals McCartney. Liverpool. Released in 1967, it was named DID YOU KNOW? after John Lennon’s old Today, Beatles fans neighbourhood; it was continue to make their also the name of a bus pilgrimage to Penny station where McCartney Lane, which is dotted with would catch a bus to quirky establishments PHOTO: HTTPS://BRITISHHERITAGE.COM/AD- PHOTO: VENTURES-ON-THE-GREAT-NORTH-ROAD/ Lennon’s house. such as the Penny Lane The lines “There Wine Bar, Penny Lane is a barber showing Fish and Chips and even photographs / Of every a Penny Lane Hotel. 28 HIGHWAY COPPERHEAD ROAD to the theft of road signs STEVE EARLE bearing the song’s name, Written and recorded the road was eventually by American country renamed Copperhead music artist Steve Earle, Hollow Road. this song was released in 1988 on his third DID YOU KNOW? studio album. It was It is believed that the inspired by true events song was written after on an actual road near some of Steve Earle’s Mountain City in Johnson own brushes with the County, Tennessee. The law. For instance, Earle song talks about John spent New Year’s Day Lee Pettimore, whose of 1988 in a Dallas jail, father and grandfather charged with assaulting brewed moonshine — a policeman. illegally brewed alcohol — for a living in a rural WARWICK AVENUE singer revealed that her SDUWRIWKHVWDWHb$IWHU DUFFY tears in the video were VHUYLQJbWZRbWRXUVRI We bet you’ve real. The producers GXW\bLQb9LHWQDP3HWWLPRUH probably not heard also felt that the scene returned home to expand of Warwick Avenue was just right, which the family business until Duffy released prompted them to by growing marijuana her hit. continue their shoot. DORQJb&RSSHUKHDG5RDG With just one The footage also +HWKHQbUHVROYHGWRXVH EP to her name, surprised the singer lessons learnt from the the then 19-year- herself. “That’s as close 9LHWQDPHVHFRPPXQLVW old Duffy relocated as I’m ever going to get DUP\bWRDYRLGEHLQJ from North Wales to doing a performance FDXJKWE\WKHbDXWKRULWLHV and was getting used that’s real in a video.” As ‘Copperhead Road’ to the London tube. One contains the theme of the day, she alighted — by Which road were you circular nature of crime in accident — at Warwick stop and the name just most surprised to read rural America, it is touted Avenue station, which took me by surprise,” about? Are you planning as the hillbilly version of pretty much led to she recalls. The following to visit any of these a Godfather movie. Due nowhere. “I got off at that day, she was writing a places? The next time you song and “it just sort of listen to the radio, don’t came out”. A recurring just bop to the beat, but theme in the song is the listen actively and journey reference to the London with the artiste through Underground: “When I the song. Whether it’s set get to Warwick Avenue / in the UK or US, the song Meet me by the entrance could well provide you of the tube”. Listen WKHƓYHPLQXWHURDGWULS as Duffy reaches her you need! emotional peak near the end of the song with her heart on her sleeve: “I didn’t want the train to come!” DRIVING OVERSEAS SOON? REMEMBER TO DID YOU KNOW? APPLY FOR YOUR Duffy and her producers INTERNATIONAL originally planned an DRIVING PERMIT! elaborate set for the MORE INFO AT music video, complete WWW.AAS.COM.SG/IDP with dancers and special effects. However, the HIGHWAY 29 FEATURE WILL CARS STILL REQUIRE DRIVERS? Your car — instead of idling in a car park — could be programmed to run HUUDQGVZKLOHPDQ\VHFWRUVRILQGXVWU\ZLOOEHQHƓWIURPDXWRPDWHGWUDQVSRUW and optimised routing. But what is the status of driverless vehicles? Highway tracks the development of autonomous vehicles here. WORDS JON WHITE ities around the world autonomous cars in 2019. Over passenger vehicles by two thirds are exploring the use of in China, Baidu aims to begin in Singapore, an outcome in line Cautonomous driving and mass production of driverless with the government’s vision of a gradually introducing cars by 2021. car-lite society. Assistant Professor shuttle buses, driverless pods and It appears that experts’ Lynette Cheah, from the Singapore robot taxis onto their roads. prediction — that driverless vehicles University of Technology and In Greenwich, London, for would account for half of all road Design (SUTD), opines that besides instance, a robo-taxi is on trial travel by 2040 — is coming true. reducing road congestion and to ferry passengers to and from air pollution, shared driverless a cable car terminal. In the US, HOME-GROWN INNOVATION vehicles also decrease the need Google’s driverless cars have According to a 2011 study by for parking spaces — these spaces been let loose on public roads, the Massachusetts Institute can then be converted to housing while ride-hailing giant Uber of Technology (MIT), shared estates, walkways, bicycle lanes or has signalled the launch of fully driverless systems could reduce green spaces. 30 HIGHWAY Since 2010, innovators in HOW WILL MY CAR REACT? for autonomous cars to survive Singapore have been testing Ever since Google launched its Singapore’s driving culture. For self-driving vehicles on the city’s Prius trial in 2010, the hype about instance, if you’re on the way to public roads. Notably, nuTonomy, driverless vehicles has been raging work in a driverless car, your a team from MIT, made waves with on. Eight years on, safety continues car could run the risk of being WKHZRUOGōVƓUVWGULYHUOHVVWD[LWULDO to be a concern, especially in the constantly cut off by Singaporean in 2016, in hopes of launching the wake of the death of a 40-year- drivers who fail to signal. Your service sometime this year. Also in old former Navy SEAL who was driverless car would also be clueless $VLDōVƓUVWIXOO\RSHUDWLRQDO operating a partly-autonomous in reacting to that pedestrian who self-driving vehicle was launched in Tesla car on autopilot mode. leaps onto your car hood, then Gardens by the Bay for public use. Despite Google’s claim that its feigns injury in an attempt to get Students and academics from self-driving cars can detect hand some kind of compensation. Nanyang Technological University signals from cyclists, sociolinguist Will driverless cars have the (NTU) are looking forward to the Abdesalam Soudi, from the capacity to learn over time and one trial of two autonomous buses on University of Pittsburgh, wondered day beat our road users at their own their campus this year. By 2019, in a commentary published in game? And how soon before these visitors to Sentosa can hop aboard January this year — aptly titled ‘Will cars become standard in Singapore? any of the four mobility-on-demand my driverless car know what to Transport Minister Khaw Boon vehicles plying the island. do when honked at?’ — whether Wan shared last year that the What about your daily commute? autonomous cars could correctly Government expects self-driving Driverless shuttles at your interpret the hand signals of road technology to be mature enough doorstep could soon become a users, which could mean different for “widespread deployment” in UHDOLW\,I\RXōYHERXJKWDŴDWRU things in different countries. 10 to 15 years. At the moment, are eyeing one in Punggol, Jurong Jeremy Au Yong, Deputy driverless technology seems to be Innovation District and Tengah, for News Editor of The Straits Times, ahead of our readiness to use them. instance, you could go to work in suggested in an opinion piece In the near future, though, don’t style on robot buses and shuttles published in November 2017 be surprised if your ride shows up from 2022. that it could be a challenge without a driver! SINGAPORE’S DRIVERLESS JOURNEY 2010 AUG 2013 OCT 2014 JUL 2015 SMART, or the Singapore- Tests begin for an Self-driving vehicles are Singapore approves the MIT Alliance for Research autonomous electric tested by SMART and ƓUVWVHOIGULYLQJYHKLFOHIRU and Technology, tests shuttle at CleanTech Park. NUS at the Chinese and public road testing. The self-driving golf-buggies These trials are led by the Japanese Gardens for trials are run by A*STAR at on the campus of the Energy Research Institute WKHƓUVWWLPH one-north. National University of @ Nanyang Technological Singapore (NUS). University (ERI@N). SEP 2016 AUG 2016 JUN 2016 APR 2016 Singapore approves 7KHZRUOGōVƓUVW Gardens by the Bay 7KHƓUVWSULYDWHFRPSDQ\ the second self-driving autonomous taxi trial kicks ODXQFKHV$VLDōVƓUVWIXOO\ — nuTonomy, an MIT/ vehicle for public road off in Singapore. They are operational self-driving SMART spin-off — obtains testing. This time, trials are conducted by nuTonomy vehicle for public use. approval for public road conducted by SMART. at one-north. testing at one-north. DEC 2016 APR 2017 SEP 2017 NOV 2017 NTU puts a driverless The Land Transport Katoen Natie and VDL Singapore’s minibus to the test. It takes Authority (LTA) signs begin tests for ƓUVWbDXWRQRPRXVYHKLFOH up to 15 passengers and an agreement with ST 12 driverless trucks test centre is launched at plies between CleanTech Kinetics to develop on Jurong Island. Jurong Innovation District. Park and NTU. and trial 40-seater autonomous buses. 2022 2020 2019 2018 Residents in Punggol, Driverless public buses ST Kinetics and LTA will Two full-sized autonomous Jurong Innovation District could become a reality. test four Mobility-on- buses will go on trial in and Tengah can look Demand-Vehicles on NTU. forward to robot buses Sentosa. and shuttles from this year. HIGHWAY 31 REVIEW VALUE FOR MONEY Going for under $100K with COE, these four latest models from popular manufacturers show that you don’t need to break the bank to drive a great car. WORDS TAN JU KUANG ars from Korean Valve Timing and electronic fuel manufacturer Kia just keep injection power the Cerato K3. The Cgetting better and better. six-speed transmission comes with And at their value-for- paddle shifters (Sports model), money price points, they’ve been giving driving enthusiasts better increasingly popular on Singapore control on the roads. Those who roads. 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HIGHWAY 39 HEARTTRAVEL OF CAMBODIA WORDS PATRICIA ANG No trip to Cambodia is complete without a visit to these three cities, where you will be awed by the country’s dark past and enchanting beauty. 1 rive to mystical Siem Reap to the Angkor Archaeological Park, architecture showcases the WRH[SORUHWKHPDJQLƓFHQW one of the most important religious brilliance of Khmer art and Dtemples of Angkor, explore VLWHVLQWKHZRUOG7KHPDJQLƓFHQW engineering — its perfection in rural life in charming Angkor Wat, the largest and the composition, balance, proportion Battambang, and experience the best-preserved monument of and sculpting makes it one of the best and worst of Cambodian the Angkor group, was built in ƓQHVWPRQXPHQWVLQWKHZRUOG history in the capital, Phnom WKHƓUVWKDOIRIWKHth century, Both the entrance and exit are via Penh. Here are the pit stops worth taking approximately 30 years the west gate. exploring in each city: to complete. Angkor Wat was built as a BAYON TEMPLE ANGKOR WAT Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Most visitors to the Bayon Temple Siem Reap, located in north- Vishnu, but was later used as a FDQōWKHOSEXWEHWUDQVƓ[HG western Cambodia, is the gateway Buddhist temple. The mesmerising E\WKHJLJDQWLFIDFHVRI 40 HIGHWAY 2 3 ⑤ Bamboo Avalokiteshvara (‘Lord who looks Train Ride, down with compassion’) carved on Battambang the walls, all of them with a slight ⑥ Statues near the and cryptic smile. killing caves of The Bayon comprises three Phnom Sampeau OHYHOV7KHƓUVWWZROHYHOVDUH square and have bas-reliefs featuring historical and religious scenes. The third level has a central circular tower, which is unique in Khmer architecture. Bayon’s maze of tunnels, blocked doorways and 4 tumbled-down rocks is the perfect place to contemplate the mysteries of Angkor. long-decayed trees and delicately carved stone blocks. Moss and ANGKOR THOM lichen grow on the bas-reliefs of Angkor Thom is believed to be the crumbling walls. 5 the last capital city of the Khmer established by King Jayavarman BAMBOO TRAIN RIDE KILLING CAVES 9,,LQWKHODWHth century. The city After the Khmer Rouge left Be reminded of the brutality of the of many temples is surrounded by Cambodia, the villagers of Khmer Rouge in Phnom Sampeau, a DQPKLJKDQGNPORQJZDOO Battambang mended the broken KLOONPVRXWKZHVWRI%DWWDPEDQJ ZLWKƓYHJDWHV WZRLQWKHHDVWHUQ railroad with leftover tank and in western Cambodia. This is where wall). As you enter, watch out for truck parts from the war. A bamboo they killed their victims beside a the statues of gods and demons platform was placed on top and ceiling hole, then threw the corpses holding nagas. At each gate is the a small motor at the back; this into the cave. Today, you can reach face of Avalokiteshvara. became a small railroad cart. the caves by a staircase and see Today, the unique ride will take you a large glass memorial next to TA PROHM WKURXJKVHUHQHULFHƓHOGVDQGSDVW the skulls and bones, as well as a Fans of the movie Tomb Raider traditional Khmer houses. golden reclining Buddha. will recognise Ta Prohm, located in the east of Angkor Thom. Narrow corridors and closed courtyards are the features of this temple, which has been invaded by creeping plants and shrubs. Walk carefully to avoid tripping on the roots of ① Angkor Wat ② Ancient stone faces of Bayon Temple ③ Stone Gate of Angkor Thom ④ An old tree hugging a building of Ta Prohm 6 HIGHWAY 41 EK PHNOM TEMPLE 7 Wat Ek Phnom is an impressive EXWGLODSLGDWHGth-century WHPSOHORFDWHGNPQRUWKRI Battambang. Hidden behind a colourful modern pagoda and a FRQWHPSRUDU\PKLJK%XGGKD VWDWXHWKHWHPSOHPHDVXUHVP by 49m and is surrounded by the remains of a laterite wall. Today, it has been mostly reduced to ruins, and you will have to climb over huge blocks of stone and fallen masonry to cross the grounds. However, you can still see a lintel carved with a scene depicting the Churning of the Ocean of Milk — one of Hinduism’s central events, which shows the struggle between gods and demons — above the 9 q eastern entrance to the central temple. adorned with a jaw-dropping GLDPRQGVDQGZHLJKV NJ Directly in front is a miniature silver-and-gold stupa containing ⑦ Wat Ek Phnom a relic of Buddha brought from 8 ⑧ Sri Lanka. There is an 80kg bronze The Royal Palace ROYAL PALACE Buddha on the left, and a silver ⑨ The Silver Pagoda The Royal Palace, gleaming in Buddha on the right. On the far ⑩ The National Museum of Cambodia gold, is one of Phnom Penh’s ULJKWƓJXULQHVRIVROLGJROGWHOOWKH is the country’s leading historical and most splendid architectural story of the Buddha. archaeological museum DFKLHYHPHQWV%XLOWLQWKH Throne Hall, to the left of the NATIONAL MUSEUM and buried in JOIN US ON main entrance, boasts a 59m-tall Located just north of the Royal mass graves. In OUR 19D18N tower. The roof of the tower is Palace is the National Museum of 3RO3RW AUTOVENTURETM beautifully tiered with golden Cambodia, which the French built and his Khmer ROUND CAMBODIA tiles. This building is used for RXWRIUHGEULFNVIURP WR Rouge regime FROM 29 JUL–16 AUG. RIƓFLDOFHOHEUDWLRQVFRURQDWLRQV LQDSVHXGR.KPHUVW\OH7KH took control FOR MORE INFORMATION, REFER and audiences with government PXVHXPERDVWVWKHZRUOGōVƓQHVW of Cambodia, TO PAGE 50. RIƓFLDOVDQGIRUHLJQGLJQLWDULHV collection of Khmer sculptures, forcing everyone dating from the pre-Angkorian out of the cities and SILVER PAGODA period (4th–9th century) to the into the countryside. The violence The Silver Pagoda, or Temple of FODVVLFDO$QJNRULDQSHULRG th– ended when the Vietnamese the Emerald Buddha, is situated th century). overthrew Pol Pot. within the compound of the Royal 7RGD\WKHƓHOGVDUHDFKLOOLQJ Palace. On the gleaming silver KILLING FIELDS reminder of the brutalities of the ŴRRUVLWVWKH(PHUDOG%XGGKD A sense of darkness and fear often genocidal Khmer Rouge. More than an extraordinary Baccarat- envelopes visitors to the Killing 8,000 skulls, arranged by gender crystal sculpture sitting atop an Fields of Cheung Ek, situated and age, are visible behind the impressive gilded pedestal. 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All you cum-café that guarantees a fun have to do is draw, colour, cut and and relaxing outing for both kids pop it in the oven for a few minutes and adults. While the café serves to watch the shrinking magic Asian delights and Western fare, happen. Then bring home a one- it is better known for its Craft of-a-kind handmade souvenir as &RUQHUƓOOHGZLWKLQWHUHVWLQJ a memento of the quality time supplies, quirky vintage pieces, spent together. and old-school snacks. You can It’s best to call before you head chill out over drinks and some down as they may sometimes be spicy Thai food while the kids closed for private events. HIGHWAY 43 3 DISTRICT 10 81 Clemenceau Avenue #01-15/16/17 UE Square Shopping Mall Singapore 239917 TEL: 6738 4788 UE SQUARE SHOPPING MALL WWW.DISTRICT10.COM.SG/UESQUARE 4 4 District 10 at UE Square does not SINGAPORE immediately bring to mind an image FLIGHT of a family restaurant. 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Kids are only allowed to feedings, one-time trial lessons, kids to KidZania, where they can leave the park with an adult if his/ RXWEDFNFDPSƓUHVSRQ\FDPSVIRU play the role of grown-ups and be her bracelet matches that of the kids, trail rides at Fairways Green, exposed to real-world situations in adult who accompanied them. and many more. a fun manner. Kids are left to explore on their own in this interactive indoor 6 theme park, an 81,000sqft city complete with buildings, paved streets, vehicles and a functioning economy. Through role-playing different jobs, they get a glimpse of the different careers available, and experience the concept of managing money. They learn the value of money as they work, earn and use kidZos, KidZania’s own currency. They can spend their kidZos on goods and services or save them. They can even open a savings account! KidZania is open to kids aged four to 17. As a safety policy, everyone who enters the park will HIGHWAY 45 MAY OCT CALENDAR OF 2018 ACTIVITIES MAY JUN JUL 2018 2018 2018 7–20 Autoventure 6–14 Autoventure 5–16 Autoventure 13D12N Fly-Drive 8D7N AA-Wanbao 12D11N Fly-Drive th PAGE 48 Cross Kyushu to 10 Anniversary to Taiwan Central Japan Drive: Fly-Drive to Jeju Island & Seoul 15–21 Autoventure PAGE 49 7D6N to Krabi, Thailand Autoventure 6D5N to Kuantan, 17–22 Terengganu & Cameron Highlands Autoventure 20–26 7D6N Autoventure to Langkawi & Autoventure Penang 29–16 JUL AUG 19D18N Round PAGE 50 Cambodia 5 Self-Balancing Jumbo Wheels (For PAGE 56 Kids 6–12 Years Old) 12 Batkid Robots (For PAGE 56 Kids 5–10 Years Old) 14 Fluffy Slime (For Kids Super Heroes Make Over Your PAGE 56 6–12 Years Old) 7 Science and Magic 5 Boring Presentation PAGE 57 Challenge (For Kids Slides in a Jiffy! 19 Earthquake Spider (For Kids 6–12 Years 6–8 Years Old) PAGE 56 Defensive Driving Old) RoboCar Racer Course (1-Day 14 19 (For Kids 6–10 Theory and Practical) 2-Day Chess PAGE 57 21 & 22 Workshop Years Old) 27 Coffee Roasting Tour 22 & 23 Know-Your-Car 21 Defensive Driving Course (1-Day PAGE 56 Course PAGE 56 Faster Furious Theory and Practical) 30 Racers (For Kids 23 Defensive Driving Course (1-Day 26 Basic Car 6–12 Years Old) PAGE 56 Theory and Practical) PAGE 57 Maintenance Clinic Basic Car 31 Coffee Roasting Maintenance Clinic 24 Coffee Roasting 27 Tour Tour 46 HIGHWAY FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW.AAS.COM.SG. AUG SEP OCT 2018 2018 2018 26–8 Autoventure 2–9 Autoventure 3–27 Autoventure 14D13N Fly-Drive to 8D7N Tropical 25D24N to Fujian, AUG SEP PAGE 52 PAGE 53 China PAGE 51 New Zealand Escapade to Phuket, Thailand Transforming 16–28 Autoventure 1 Robotics Artillery 12D11N Fly-Drive PAGE 54 PAGE 57 (For Kids 5–10 One Round South Years Old) Korea: Autumn Defensive Driving Drive 2018 18 Course (1-Day Theory and Practical) 18 Sonic Plane Invention (For Kids PAGE 57 6–10 Years Old) 24 & 25 Know-Your-Car Course Star Warz Robot Defensive Driving 4 Battle Race (For Kids 20 Course (1-Day PAGE 57 7–10 Years Old) Theory and Practical) Defensive Driving Know-Your-Car 22 Course (1-Day 26 & 27 Course Theory and Practical) 1-Day Workshop Grow-Your-Own Coffee Roasting Tour 26 Organic Vegetables 23 Coffee Roasting Tour 27 Basic Car PAGE 57 Maintenance Clinic Coffee Roasting Tour DATES TO BE CONFIRMED HIGHWAY 47 JUL OCT 2018 5–16 JUL 12D11N FLY-DRIVE TO TAIWAN From stunning natural sceneries to exciting night markets, everything you’ve heard about Taiwan will be encountered on this trip. DAY 9 • 13 JUL TAINAN–KAOHSIUNG GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 1 JUN 2018. (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • E-Da Theme Park • Liuhe Night Market • Xi Zi Bay Scenic Area • Fullon Hotel Kaohsiung or similar DAY 10 • 14 JUL KAOHSIUNG-TAIPEI (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Return rental car at Kaohsiung • Take High Speed Rail (HSR) to Taipei • amba Taipei Ximending Hotel or similar DAY 11 • 15 JUL TAIPEI (BREAKFAST) Half-day tour by coach: • Jiufen Old Street • Yehliu Geopark • Taipei National Palace Museum • Shifen Old Street • amba Taipei Ximending Hotel or similar DAY 12 • 16 JUL TAIPEI–SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST) • Transfer to Airport • Home sweet home DAY 1 • 5 JUL DAY 5 • 9 JUL SINGAPORE-TAOYUAN-YILAN NANTOU-SHANLINGXI (TRANSPORT BY COACH BUS) (DINNER) (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Jiaoxi Hot Spring • Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village PACKAGE INCLUDES • Lanyang Museum • Xitou Monster Village » 2-way Economy class air tickets • Yilan Jimmy Park • Zinan Temple (excludes airport tax & fuel • Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi or similar • Ci En Pagoda surcharge) • Sun Link Sea Resort or similar » 1-way Airport-Car Rental Shop transfer for car pick-up DAY 2 • 6 JUL DAY 6 • 10 JUL » 1-way Hotel-Airport transfer by air- YILAN-HUALIEN conditioned coach (BREAKFAST & DINNER) NANTOU-TAICHUNG » 11 nights’ accommodation at • Pick up rental car (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) indicated hotels or similar class and • Taste Ah Mei Muah Chee • Taichung Miyahara Ice Cream meals as per itinerary • Taroko National Park • Luce Memorial Chapel » 9 days’ car rental • Qixingtan Beach • Taichung Second Market » Toll fee (per car) • Liyu Lake • Yizhong Street » 3UHWULSEULHƓQJ • Fullon Hotel Hualien or similar • Lavender Cottage » Events road book • Fengjia Night Market » Group Personal Accident (PA) Insurance DAY 3 • 7 JUL • Fullon Hotel Lihpao Land or similar HUALIEN (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) DAY 7 • 11 JUL * Non-members rate = Member rates • Chingshui Cliff + $130.00. Estimated airport taxes • Pine Garden TAICHUNG (BREAKFAST) $400. • Zi Qiang Night Market • Have fun at Lihpao Theme Park * If stated vehicle is unavailable, a • Fullon Hotel Hualien or similar • Fullon Hotel Lihpao Land or similar similar one will be provided. * AA Member charges apply to DAY 4 • 8 JUL DAY 8 • 12 JUL immediate family members (spouse HUALIEN–CHING JING, NANTOU TAICHUNG-TAINAN & children). (BREAKFAST & DINNER) (BREAKFAST & DINNER) * Refer to website for pricing • Sun Moon Lake • Visit Xiluo for their local soy sauce • Qing Jing Farm • Tainan Flower Night Market For enquiries, email the AA Events & • Little Swiss Garden • Yanshan Mountain Activities Department at aa-events@ aas.com.sg with subject header • Nantou Paper Dome • Boat ride along mangrove tunnel “12D11N Fly-Drive to Taiwan” or call • Top Cloud Resort or similar • Anping Old Street • Tainan Silks Place Hotel or similar 6333 8811 (ext 140). For registration, please visit www.aas.com.sg. 48 HIGHWAY ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. 15–21 7D6N AUTOVENTURE TO JUL KRABI, THAILAND Sun, sand and sea — Krabi offers all these and more. On this driving adventure, you’ll also visit quaint towns such as Ipoh and Penang. CHARGES TWIN 3RD PAX 3RD PAX 3RD PAX SINGLE (ADULT) (CHILD W BED) (CHILD W/O BED) AA MEMBER $980 $880 $750 $450 $1,400 NON-MEMBER $1,060 $960 $830 $530 $1,480 GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 1 JUN 2018. DAY 1 • 15 JUL DAY 3 • 17 JUL SINGAPORE–IPOH (DINNER) HAT YAI–TRANG–KRABI • Meet at West Coast McDonald’s (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Breakfast at Tangkak (own expense) • Krabi • Tour @ Ipoh - Emerald Pool Sua (Tiger Cave) - Ipoh Old Town - Wat Tham - Pomelo Plantation - Krabi Town (Ao Nang Beach) - Kellie Castle • Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa • Dinner at Ipoh Town or similar • Weil Hotel Ipoh or similar DAY 4 • 18 JUL DAY 2 • 16 JUL KRABI (BREAKFAST) IPOH–KUALA SEPETANG–HAT YAI • Island hopping/snorkelling PACKAGES INCLUDE (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) - Phi Phi Island » 6 nights’ accommodation in 4/5-star • Kuala Sepetang: - Koh Poda resort/hotel - Visit Charcoal Factory - Koh Tup » Events road book - Boat ride to Fish Farm and watch • Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa » Free loan of walkie-talkie set per car Eagle-feeding or similar » Free loan of GPS with Singapore, • Border crossing to Hat Yai Malaysia & Thailand maps installed • Hat Yai DAY 5 • 19 JUL and coordinates programmed - Hat Yai Town KRABI–PENANG » Group Personal Accident (PA) - Drive up to the Hat Yai Municipal (BREAKFAST & DINNER) Insurance Park, followed by Cable Car ride • Border crossing to Malaysia » Third-party Thai Car Insurance • Centara Hotel Hat Yai or similar • Hotel Jen Penang or similar » Pre-trip car inspection by AA mechanics DAY 6 • 20 JUL » 3UHWULSEULHƓQJE\$$([SHGLWLRQ PENANG (BREAKFAST) Leader • Day tour in Penang: » Escorted convoy driving by AA - Peranakan Museum (Street Art) Expedition team throughout the trip - Air Hitam/Penang Hill - Batu Ferringhi For enquiries, please email to AA Events • Hotel Jen Penang or similar & Activities Department at aa-events@ aas.com.sg with subject header “7D6N DAY 7 • 21 JUL Autoventure to Krabi, Thailand” or call PENANG–SINGAPORE 6333 8811 (ext 140). For registration, • Home sweet home please visit www.aas.com.sg. ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. HIGHWAY 49 29–16 19D18N AUTOVENTURE ROUND DAY 13 • 10 AUG KOH KONG-PATTAYA JUL AUG CAMBODIA (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Border-cross to Ban Hat Lek (Thai border) On this roadtrip around Cambodia, you will get to explore the • Pattaya walking street spectacular Angkor Wat, a large and mysterious temple complex • Centara Pattaya Resort or similar located in Siem Reap. DAY 14 • 11 AUG GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 1 JUN 2018. PATTAYA (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Sanctuary of Truth Temple • Nong Nooch Botanical Garden • Centara Pattaya Resort or similar DAY 15 • 12 AUG PATTAYA–BANGKOK (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) • Free & Easy in Bangkok • Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok or similar DAY 16 • 13 AUG BANGKOK-CHUMPHON (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Chumphon Hill • Novotel Chumphon Beach Resort or similar DAY 17 • 14 AUG DAY 1 • 29 JUL DAY 7 • 4 AUG CHUMPHON–HAT YAI (BREAKFAST & DINNER) SINGAPORE–IPOH (DINNER) SIEM REAP (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Hat Yai Morning Market • Meet at West Coast Park McDonald’s • Morning Sunrise – Angkor Thom • Centara Hotel Hat Yai or similar • Lunch at Ipoh Town (own expense) • Siem Reap old night market • Visit Pomelo Farm at Tambun • Royal Angkor Resort or similar DAY 18 • 15 AUG • Dinner at Ipoh Town • Weil Hotel Ipoh or similar DAY 8 • 5 AUG HAT YAI-PENANG (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) • Sadao border crossing to Malaysia SIEM REAP–BATTAMBANG • Hotel Jen Penang or similar DAY 2 • 30 JUL (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) IPOH–HAT YAI (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Bamboo Train Ride DAY 19 • 16 AUG • Clear Malaysia & Thailand borders • Ek Phnom Temple • Visit Makro Wholesale Market • Battambang Killing Cave PENANG–SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST) • Dinner at Hat Yai Town • Battambang Resort or similar • Home sweet home • Centara Hotel Hat Yai or similar DAY 9 • 6 AUG PACKAGE INCLUDES DAY 3 • 31 JUL BATTAMBANG–PHNOM PENH » 18 nights’ accommodation in 4/5-star HAT YAI–HUA HIN (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) hotel/resort (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Royal Palace » Admission and meals as per itinerary • Visit Hua Hin old town • Silver Pagoda » Events road book • Hua Hin night market • Hotel Cambodiana or similar » Free loan of walkie-talkie set per car • Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa or similar » Free loan of Garmin GPS with DAY 10 • 7 AUG Singapore, Malaysia & Thailand maps DAY 4 • 1 AUG PHNOM PENH and programmed coordinates HUA HIN (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) » Group Personal Accident (PA) Insurance • Hua Hin Railway Station • National Museum (Khmer Dance Show) » Pre-trip car inspection by AA Singapore • Hua Hin Vineyard • Pol Pot Killing Field » 3UHWULSEULHƓQJE\$$([SHGLWLRQ • Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa or similar • Kingdom Breweries Leader • Hotel Cambodiana or similar » Convoy driving escorted by AA DAY 5 • 2 AUG Expedition team throughout the trip HUA HIN–POIPET BORDER–SIEM REAP DAY 11 • 8 AUG (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) PHNOM PENH–SIHANOUKVILLE * AA Member rates apply to immediate • Border-cross to Poipet, Cambodia (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) family members (spouse & children) • Boat ride visit to Tonlé Sap Lake • Kampot La Plantation * Child rates apply to children aged (Floating Village) (Kampot Pepper) 3–11 years, sharing 1 room with • Royal Angkor Resort or similar • Rabbit Island (Kep Town) – crab feast 2 adults • Bokor Mountain * Maximum 2 adults and 1 child to DAY 6 • 3 AUG • Sokha Beach Resort & Spa or similar a room * Refer to website for pricing SIEM REAP DAY 12 • 9 AUG (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) For enquiries, please email to AA Full Day tour around Angkor Wat SIHANOUKVILLE–KOH KONG Events & Activities Department at aa- • Ta Prohm Temple (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) [email protected] with subject header • Angkor Thom (Old Capital) • Tatai River cruise ‘’19D18N AV Round Cambodia’’ or call • Bayon Temple • Rivers Floating Lodge or similar 6333 8811 (Ext 140). For registration, • Royal Angkor Resort or similar please visit www.aas.com.sg. 50 HIGHWAY ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. 26–8 AUG SEP 14D13N FLY-DRIVE TO NEW ZEALAND Drive through the country in which the movie blockbuster The Lord of the RingsZDVƓOPHG MEMBER CHARGES 1ST & 2ND PASSENGER 3RD & 4TH PASSENGER (PER PERSON) (ADULTS ONLY) (ADULTS ONLY) TOYOTA COROLLA 1.6 $5,420 $4,870 or similar DAY 11 • 5 SEP TOYOTA CAMRY 2.0 or similar $5,530 $4,870 MOUNT COOK–QUEENSTOWN (BREAKFAST & DINNER) TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 3.5 or similar $5,790 $4,870 • Arrowtown • Rydges Queenstown or similar TOYOTA PREVIA (8-SEATER) 2.4 or similar $5,990 $4,870 DAY 12 • 6 SEP GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 6 JUL 2018. QUEENSTOWN (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) • Milford Sound Scenic Cruise • Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown or similar DAY 13 • 7 SEP QUEENSTOWN (BREAKFAST) • Lake Wakatipu • Lake Hayes • Coronet Peak • Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown or similar DAY 14 • 8 SEP DAY 1 • 26 AUG DAY 6 • 31 AUG QUEENSTOWN-AUCKLAND– SINGAPORE-AUCKLAND WELLINGTON–PICTON (FERRY)– SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST) • Assemble at Changi Airport BLENHEIM (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) Ř 'RPHVWLFŴLJKWWR$XFNODQG • Flight via Air New Zealand • Collect rental cars at Picton • Half-day city tour by coach • Rendezvous Hotel Auckland or similar • Half-day Winery Tour • Free & Easy • Scenic Hotel Marlborough or similar • Home sweet home DAY 2 • 27 AUG AUCKLAND (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) DAY 7 • 1 SEP PACKAGE INCLUDES • Collect rental cars BLENHEIM–KAIKOURA-CHRISTCHURCH » 2-way International & 1-way Domestic • The Lord of the Rings – Hobbiton Movie (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) economy class air tickets by Air New Set (Optional) • Kaikoura Ohau Seal Waterfall Zealand (excludes airport tax) • Waitomo Glow Worm Caves • Lavender Farm » 13 nights’ accommodation at the above • Rendezvous Hotel Auckland or similar • Christchurch Canterbury Museum selected hotel or similar class • Rydges Latimer Christchurch or similar » Meals as per itinerary » Free loan of walkie-talkie set per car DAY 3 • 28 AUG » Free loan of Garmin GPS with NZ maps AUCKLAND-ROTORUA DAY 8 • 2 SEP » 13 days’ car rental at selected types of cars (BREAKFAST & DINNER) CHRISTCHURCH » Group Personal Accident (PA) Insurance • Rotorua Wai O Tapu Geothermal (BREAKFAST & DINNER) » 3UHWULSEULHƓQJE\$$([SHGLWLRQ/HDGHU Wonderland • Scenic Drive to Port Hills » Events road book • Tamaki Maori Village • Canterbury Museum » Admission to attractions (worth NZ$500), • Novotel Rotorua Lakeside or similar • Rydges Latimer Christchurch or similar excluding optional attractions stated in the itinerary DAY 4 • 29 AUG DAY 9 • 3 SEP PACKAGE EXCLUDES ROTORUA–WELLINGTON CHRISTCHURCH–LAKE TEKAPO– » Airport taxes & fuel surcharges (BREAKFAST & DINNER) MOUNT COOK » Wi-Fi dongle rental fee • Free & Easy around Wellington City: (BREAKFAST & DINNER) » Petrol for self-drive vehicle - Cuba Street boutique shopping • Lake Tekapo » Parking fees - Museum of New Zealand: Te Papa • Church of the Good Shepherd » Personal expenses Tongarewa • Salmon Farm * Estimated airport tax = $250 - Mount Victoria Lookout • Mount John University Observatory * If stated car is unavailable, a similar one - Zealandia: The Karori Sanctuary (Optional) will be provided Experience • The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook or * $Q\GHYLDWLRQIURPWKHVSHFLƓHGWRXU • Novotel Wellington Hotel or similar similar dates will incur additional cost for air tickets, which will be fully borne by DAY 5 • 30 AUG DAY 10 • 4 SEP the customer WELLINGTON (BREAKFAST & DINNER) MOUNT COOK (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Helms Deep • Scenic Mount Cook National Park For enquiries, please email to AA Events & Activities Department at aa-events@aas. • Minas Tirith • Glacier Explorer com.sg with subject header ’’14D13N Fly- • Gardens of Isengard • Tasman Glacier Boat Ride (optional) Drive to New Zealand” or call 6333 8811 • Hinged Trees of Isengard • The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook (Ext 140). For registration, please visit • Novotel Wellington Hotel or similar or similar www.aas.com.sg. ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. HIGHWAY 51 2–9 8D7N AUTOVENTURE TROPICAL SEP ESCAPADE TO PHUKET Makan and massage make for ideal bedfellows at this popular island in Thailand. CHARGES TWIN 3RD PAX 3RD PAX 3RD PAX SINGLE (ADULT) (CHILD W BED) (CHILD W/O BED) AA MEMBER $1,088 $988 $788 $538 $2,188 NON-MEMBER $1,168 $1,068 $868 $618 $2,268 GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 30 JUL 2018. PACKAGE INCLUDES » 7 nights’ accommodation at 4/5-star resorts/hotels » Meals as per itinerary » Events road book » Free loan of walkie-talkie set » Free loan of GPS with Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand maps installed and coordinates programmed » Group Personal Accident (PA) Insurance » Third-party Thai Car Insurance » Pre-trip car inspection by AA Singapore » 3UHWULSEULHƓQJE\$$([SHGLWLRQ/HDGHU » Escorted convoy driving by AA Expedition team and mechanics throughout the trip * AA Member charges apply to DAY 1 • 2 SEP DAY 6 • 7 SEP immediate family members (spouse and SINGAPORE–IPOH (DINNER) PHUKET–HAT YAI (BREAKFAST) children). • Meet at West Coast Park McDonald’s • Shopping in Hat Yai Town (own expense) * Child rates apply to children aged 3–11 • Breakfast at Tangkak (own expense) • Centara Hotel Hat Yai or similar years, sharing 1 room with 2 adults. • Free & Easy Makan Trail via GPS * Maximum 2 adults and 2 children • Dinner at Ipoh Restaurant DAY 7 • 8 SEP to a room. • Weil Hotel Ipoh or similar HAT YAI–PENANG (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) • Lunch in Penang Town For enquiries, please email to AA Events DAY 2 • 3 SEP • Hotel Jen Penang or similar & Activities Department at IPOH–HAT YAI (BREAKFAST & DINNER) [email protected] with subject • Shopping at Hat Yai Town DAY 8 • 9 SEP header “8D7N AV Tropical Escapade to (own expense) PENANG–SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST) Phuket” or call 6333 8811 (ext 140). For • Traditional Thai Massage @ Hat Yai • Home sweet home registration, please visit www.aas.com.sg. Town (own expense) • Dinner at local restaurant • Centara Hotel Hat Yai or similar DAY 3 • 4 SEP HAT YAI–PHUKET (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Dinner at local restaurant • Novotel Phuket Resort or similar DAY 4 • 5 SEP PHUKET (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) • Half-day tour around Phuket: - Phuket Big Buddha - Wat Chalong Temple • Free & Easy after tour • Novotel Phuket Resort or similar DAY 5 • 6 SEP PHUKET (BREAKFAST) • Free & Easy Day • Novotel Phuket Resort or similar 52 HIGHWAY ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. 3–27 25D24N AUTOVENTURE TO OCT FU JIAN, CHINA Visit the Middle Kingdom’s numerous World Natural and Cultural Heritage sites on this exciting driving adventure to China. GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 20 JUL 2018. DAY 1 • 3 OCT DAY 11 • 13 OCT SINGAPORE-IPOH (DINNER) GUANLING–KAILI • Meet at West Coast Park McDonald’s (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Ipoh Old Town & Pomelo Farm • Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village • Weil Hotel Ipoh or similar DAY 12 • 14 OCT DAY 2 • 4 OCT KAILI-RONGJIANG IPOH-HAT YAI (BREAKFAST & DINNER) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) DAY 20 • 22 OCT • Clear Malaysia & Thailand borders • Visit Zhaoxing Dongzhai FUZHOU • Dinner at Hat Yai Town (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Centara Hotel Hat Yai or similar DAY 13 • 15 OCT RONGJIANG-YANGSHUO DAY 21 • 23 OCT DAY 3 • 5 OCT (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) FUZHOU-XIAMEN HAT YAI-HUA HIN (BREAKFAST & DINNER) • Tour around the night streets of (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Hua Hin Night Market Yangshuo West • Gulangyu, World Cultural Heritage site • Hilton Hua Hin Resort or similar DAY 14 • 16 OCT DAY 22 • 24 OCT DAY 4 • 6 OCT YANGSHUO XIAMEN-SHANTOU HUA HIN (BREAKFAST) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Hua Hin Vineyard • Yangshuo Lingqu, the world’s most • Shuzhuang Garden • Hua Hin Railway preserved ancient canal, with 2,000 • Hua Hin Floating Market years of history DAY 23 • 25 OCT • Hilton Hua Hin Resort or similar SHANTOU-ZHUHAI DAY 15 • 17 OCT (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) DAY 5 • 7 OCT YANGSHUO-GUILIN HUA HIN-TAK (BREAKFAST & DINNER) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) DAY 24 • 26 OCT • Viang Tak Riverside Hotel or similar • Guilin, World Natural Heritage site ZHUHAI–HONG KONG (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) DAY 6 • 8 OCT DAY 16 • 18 OCT • Drive across the Hong Kong-Zhu Hai- TAK–CHIANG KHONG GUILIN–SHAOGUAN Macau Bridge (BREAKFAST & DINNER) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Send vehicle to port for shipping • Chiang Rai White Temple • Golden Triangle (Opium Museum) DAY 17 • 19 OCT DAY 25 • 27 OCT • Chiang Khong Ibis Hotel or similar SHAOGUAN-GANZHOU HONG KONG-SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) (BREAKFAST) DAY 7 • 9 OCT • Mount Danxia Guangdong, World Ř 3URFHHGWRDLUSRUWIRUŴLJKWEDFNWR CHIANG KHONG–LUANG PRABANG Natural Heritage site Singapore (LAOS)–MOHAN (CHINA)-JING HONG • Home sweet home (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) DAY 18 • 20 OCT • Border crossing to Laos GANZHOU–YONGDING • Border crossing to Mohan (China) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) PACKAGE INCLUDES • Vehicle inspection • Gan Zhou Ancient City » 24 nights’ accommodation in 3/4/5- • Proceed to Jing Hong • Yongding Tulou, World Natural star resort/hotel • Empark Grand Hotel Xishuangbanna Heritage site » Events road book or similar » Free loan of walkie-talkie set per car DAY 19 • 21 OCT » Free loan of GPS with Singapore, DAY 8 • 10 OCT YONGDING-FUZHOU Malaysia & Thailand maps installed JING HONG–KUNMING (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) and coordinates programmed (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) » Group Personal Accident (PA) • Drive to Kunming Insurance • Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre » Third-party Thai Car Insurance or similar » Pre-trip car inspection by AA mechanics DAY 9 • 11 OCT » 3UHWULSEULHƓQJE\$$([SHGLWLRQ KUNMING (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) Leader • Stone Forest » Escorted convoy driving by AA • Jiu Xiang Cave Expedition team throughout the trip • Holiday Inn Kunming City Centre * Refer to website for pricing or similar For enquiries, email the AA Events & DAY 10 • 12 OCT Activities Department at aa-events@aas. KUNMING–GUANLING com.sg with subject header “25D24N (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) Autoventure to Fu Jian, China” or call • Drive across the world’s highest bridge, 6333 8811 (ext 140). For registration, 565m above ground level please visit www.aas.com.sg. ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. HIGHWAY 53 16–28 12D11N FLY-DRIVE ONE ROUND OCT SOUTH KOREA: AUTUMN DRIVE 2018 With the landscapes of South Korea taking on a stunning golden-brown tinge, make the most of your time there as days are getting shorter. GROUP SIZE MIN. 20 PAX | REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 3 SEP 2018. DAY 0 • 16 OCT DAY 7 • 23 OCT SINGAPORE–SEOUL GYEONGJU–YONG PYONG • Assemble at Changi Airport (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Andong Hahoe Village DAY 1 • 17 OCT • Samcheok – Hwanseongul Cave INCHEON–PYEONGTAEK–JEONJU • InterContinental Alpensia (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) Pyeongchang Resort or similar DAY 12 • 28 OCT • Take coach to Jeonju b SEOUL–INCHEON AIRPORT– • Incheon Bridge (non-stop) DAY 8 • 24 OCT SINGAPORE (BREAKFAST) • Suwon Korea Folk Village YONG PYONG–MT SEORAK– • Free & Easy till departure Ř 3\HRQJWDHNQGFRPPDQGŴHHW CHEORWON • Arrive at Incheon Airport (Cheonan Ship) (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Home sweet home • Jeonju Korean Folk Village • Mt Seorak • Hotel Le Win or similar • Goseokjeong Pavilion PACKAGE INCLUDES b • Hantan River Spa Hotel or similar » 2-way Economy class air tickets via DAY 2 • 18 OCT b Asiana Airlines (exclude airport taxes) JEONJU–DAMYANG–SUNCHEON DAY 9 • 25 OCT » Accompanied by English-speaking (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) CHERWON–PAJU–SEOUL (BREAKFAST) guide • Car pick up at Jeonju Hotel Le Win • The DMZ 2nd Tunnel » Admission, meals and • Damyang Metasequoia Road • Cheorwon Red Crown Crane Museum accommodation as per itinerary • Boseong Green Tea Plantation • Paju Premium Outlet » Coach transfers (in Busan & Seoul • Suncheon Bay Garden • Return car at Paju Premium Outlet except Free & Easy day on 27 Oct) • Guangyang Lacky Hotel or similar • Courtyard by Marriott Seoul » Car rentals with Korean GPS and b Namdaemun Hotel or similar insurance cover DAY 3 • 19 OCT b » Group Personal Accident (PA) SUNCHEON–BUSAN DAY 10 • 26 OCT Insurance (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) SEOUL–GYEONGBOK GUNG– PACKAGE EXCLUDES • Suncheon Bay Wetland Reserve MYEONG DONG (BY COACH) » Korean phone rental fee • Songwangsa Temple (BREAKFAST & LUNCH) » Petrol for self-drive vehicle • Hallyeohaesang National Park • Gyeongbok Gung (Gyeongbok Palace) » Airport taxes and fuel surcharges (cable car) • Namsan Tower » Parking fees • Geoga Grand Bridge (non-stop) • Dongdaemun/Myeong Dong » Personal expenses • Busan Haeundae Beach (Free & Easy) • Seoul Station – Lotte Mart • Novotel Ambassador Busan Hotel • Courtyard by Marriott Seoul * Refer to website for pricing or similar Namdaemun Hotel or similar b b For enquiries, please email to AA Events DAY 4 • 20 OCT DAY 11 • 27 OCT & Activities Department at BUSAN (DAY TOUR BY COACH) SEOUL (BREAKFAST) [email protected] with subject (BREAKFAST) • Free & Easy day in Seoul header“12D11N Fly-Drive One Round • Morning Market • Courtyard by Marriott Seoul South Korea: Autumn Drive 2018” or call (Next to Ibis Busan Hotel) Namdaemun Hotel or similar 6333 8811 (ext 140). For registration, • Haedong Yonggong Temple please visit www.aas.com.sg. • Jagalchi Fish Market • Gamcheon Culture Village • Lotte Town • Gwangbokro Fashion Shopping Street • Shinsegae Shopping Busan • Novotel Ambassador Busan Hotel or similar b DAY 5 • 21 OCT BUSAN–ULSAN–GYEONGJU (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Bulguksa Temple • Gyeongju National Museum • Gyeongju Seokguram Temple • Hotel Hilton Gyeongju or similar DAY 6 • 22 OCT GYEONGJU (BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER) • Royal Tombs of Songsan-ri • Gyeongju Donggung Palace • Hotel Hilton Gyeongju or similar 54 HIGHWAY ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITH OR WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE TO ENSURE THE SMOOTH RUNNING OF THE TOUR. AA AUTOVENTURETM trips offer a wealth of adventure and fun for all ages. Here is GALLERY a glimpse of our recent trips! @automobileassociationsg 3D2N AV TO MALACCA & PORT DICKSON (2-4 FEB) 19D18N AV ROUND THAILAND (7-25 JAN) JUN WORKSHOPS SEP 2018 & COURSES SELF-BALANCING JUMBO BATKID ROBOTS FLUFFY SLIME WHEELS (FOR KIDS 6–12 YEARS OLD) (FOR KIDS 5–10 YEARS OLD) (FOR KIDS 6–12 YEARS OLD) 5 CHARGES 12 CHARGES 14 CHARGES JUN $42 $52 JUN $42 $52 JUN $28 $38 AA NON- AA NON- AA NON- 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER 10AM–11.30AM MEMBER MEMBER VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT GROUP SIZE MIN. 10 PAX, MAX. 20 PAX. GROUP SIZE MIN. 10 PAX, MAX. 20 PAX. GROUP SIZE MIN. 8 PAX, MAX. 16 PAX. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 21 MAY 2018. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 21 MAY 2018. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 25 MAY 2018. Would you like The crime rate in to construct a Gotham City has self-balancing increased. The local vehicle with police cannot cope jumbo wheels? with the sharp rise In this DIY in criminal activities. engineering Moreover, the criminals workshop, kids will learn how to use have become more ruthless and motors, gears, wheels and some daring. The police chief decides to Would you like to make your own construction parts to build this big- seek the help of BatKid to stop these slime? In this workshop, you’ll wheeled speedster. This machine is criminals. be introduced to the essential also unique because it has only two * KIDS DO NOT NEED TO SHARE THEIR LEGO equipment and ingredients to make wheels, yet it can balance all by itself! CREATIONS. THIS WILL ENHANCE THE QUALITY and play with slime! OF THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE. * KIDS WILL BE ABLE TO BRING THEIR JUMBO * KIDS WILL BE ABLE TO BRING HOME * KIDS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BRING HOME WHEELERS HOME! TWO CONTAINERS OF SLIME. THE ROBOTS. EARTHQUAKE SPIDER KNOW-YOUR-CAR DEFENSIVE DRIVING (FOR KIDS 6–12 YEARS OLD) COURSE COURSE 19 CHARGES 22 & 23 23 / 21 CHARGES JUN CHARGES JUN $42 $52 JUN JUL $289 $309 AA NON- 22 JUN: 6.30PM– $68 $88 AA NON- 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER 9.30PM (THEORY); AA NON- 8.30AM–3PM MEMBER MEMBER 23 JUN: 10AM– MEMBER MEMBER VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT 12PM (PRACTICAL) VENUE SINGAPORE SAFETY DRIVING CENTRE, 2 WOODLANDS INDUSTRIAL PARK E4 GROUP SIZE MIN. 10 PAX, MAX. 15 PAX. VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT REGISTRATION CLOSES ON . 25 MAY 2018 (THEORY); AA BRANCH OFFICE GROUP SIZE MAX. 6 PAX. REGISTRATION (KALLANG WAY) (PRACTICAL) CLOSES ON 1 JUN / 2 JUL 2018. Be amazed as your Earthquake GROUP SIZE MIN. 6 PAX, MAX. 10 PAX. Drivers have to cope with Spider trembles REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 1 JUN 2018. unpredictable behaviour on the and wobbles! Kids road. Learn how to avoid potentially will be tasked to Get attuned to how your car works! hazardous situations with defensive construct their Pick up car care tips and practical driving techniques. knowledge on your vehicle’s own Spider machine. Through this NOTE: TRAINING VEHICLE IS A HONDA CIVIC EXI hands-on engineering project, kids technicalities and functions (engine MANUAL/AUTO. PARTICIPANTS MUST POSSESS A will learn about electronics and layout, brake system, fuel system, VALID SINGAPORE DRIVING LICENCE. motors. Come join us in this exciting exhaust system, electrical and workshop and have a fun time starting systems, suspension system, constructing your own Earthquake wheel alignment, etc). Even if you Spider! don’t own a car, this course could still be an interesting way to acquire * ALL MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED. KIDS WILL BE ABLE TO BRING HOME THEIR EARTHQUAKE knowledge. SPIDER. 56 HIGHWAY FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW.AAS.COM.SG SUPER HEROES SCIENCE AND ROBOCAR RACER BASIC CAR MAGIC CHALLENGE (FOR KIDS 6–10 YEARS OLD) (FOR KIDS 6–8 YEARS OLD) MAINTENANCE CLINIC 7 CHARGES 14 CHARGES 26 / 27 CHARGES JUL $38 $48 JUL $42 $52 JUL SEP $18 $28 AA NON- AA NON- AA NON- 9.30AM–12.00PM MEMBER MEMBER 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER 6.30PM–8.30PM MEMBER MEMBER VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT GROUP SIZE MIN. 5 PAX, MAX. 12 PAX. GROUP SIZE MIN. 5 PAX, MAX. 15 PAX. GROUP SIZE MIN. 10 PAX, MAX. 15 PAX. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 22 JUN 2018. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 22 JUN 2018. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 6 JUL / 3 SEP 2018. Join the super heroes to protect Calling all the city from the baddies. Attend RoboCar Equip yourself this session on science and magic, Racers! with basic car and discover the secrets behind Come join care knowledge the powers of your favourite super us in a fun and a better heroes through fun activities. Have workshop, understanding fun exploring and learning through where kids of your vehicle. IQ and magic tricks, and science get to build Comprehensive experiments! Learn different science robocars examples, concepts using hands-on experiments and race common and activities in a fun and interactive their robotic scenarios and environment. inventions! a Q&A session • Slimy Slime Attack With the use of Lego bricks and make this clinic suitable for both • The Magic Ring robotics systems, kids will learn existing car owners and non-car • Amazing Flying Straw simple programming through owners. • Rocket Power the process. NOTE: HANDOUTS WILL BE PROVIDED. SONIC PLANE INVENTION TRANSFORMING ROBOTICS STAR WARZ ROBOT BATTLE RACE (FOR KIDS 6–10 YEARS OLD) ARTILLERY (FOR KIDS 5–10 YEARS OLD) (FOR KIDS 7–10 YEARS OLD) 18 CHARGES 1 CHARGES 4 CHARGES AUG $45 $55 SEP $42 $52 SEP $50 $60 AA NON- AA NON- AA NON- 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER 9.30AM–12.30PM MEMBER MEMBER VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT VENUE 535 KALLANG BAHRU, GB POINT GROUP SIZE MIN. 4 PAX, MAX. 10 PAX. GROUP SIZE MIN. 5 PAX, MAX. 15 PAX. GROUP SIZE MIN. 5 PAX, MAX. 8 PAX. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 30 JUL 2018. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 17 AUG 2018. REGISTRATION CLOSES ON 17 AUG 2018. The annual Sonic Kids will use a Kids on this course will Plane event is here Lego Robotics learn to design and again! Participants set to design program robots will be tasked to and build an using Lego construct and Automatic Mindstorms build the Sonic Artillery Toy sets. They will Planes. Through System, and learn basic such hands- learn simple programming, on engineering programming to accomplish the tasks sensors and projects, kids will learn given. constructions skills, while putting their about electronics, motors and energy creativity and teamwork to good use. * PARTICIPANTS DO NOT NEED TO SHARE THEIR concepts. CREATIONS SO AS TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY * ROBOTS ARE SUPPLIED FOR IN-CLASS OF THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE. DUE TO HIGH * ALL MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED. KIDS TRAINING ONLY AND KIDS WILL NOT BE ABLE COSTS, PARTICIPANTS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO WILL BE ABLE TO BRING HOME THEIR SONIC TO BRING HOME THE ITEMS. BRING BACK THE LEGO PARTS. PLANES. HIGHWAY 57 AA’S CHOICE FOR QUALITY REPAIRS AA Approved Workshops and AA Recommended Tyre Shops cater to AA Members who need to repair or service their cars. Look out for the AA Approved Workshop and AA Recommended Tyre Shop signs. 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AUTOMOTIVE GLASS Blk 4 393L Yew Tee & HEAT SHIELDING FILM AND FREE WS WORKS PTE LTD Industrial Estate BATTERY TEST Blk 5032 Ang Mo Kio Tel: 6769 8860 *5% OFF COMPUTERISED WHEEL Industrial Park 2 #01-281 H/P: 9633 7556 ALIGNMENT SERVICE AND AIR Tel: 9338 7865 *5% OFF LABOUR CHARGES CONDITIONING COIL CLEANING *10% OFF ALL SERVICES RICARDO AUTO CENTRE BCC AUTOMOTIVE PTE LTD AC WA PTE LTD Blk 160 Sin Ming Drive 1 Sin Ming Industrial #02-02/03 Estate Sector C #01-101 Sin Ming Autocity Tel: 6552 5588 Tel: 6475 2112 *10% OFF LABOUR CHARGES FOR REPAIRS *5% OFF REPAIR CHARGES STAMFORD TYRES NORTH AA RECOMMENDED INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD • 121 Tuas South Avenue 5 Tel: 6254 7570 KHAI WAH TYRE SHOPS • 50 Bukit Batok Street 23 BATTERY & TYRE #02-19 Midview Building 453 Tagore Industrial Avenue Tel: 6261 3355 Tel: 6292 6700 EAST • Blk 9006 Tampines Street • 19 Lok Yang Way Jurong *$5 OFF PURCHASE PRICE 93 #01-196 Tampines Tel: 6262 3355 *5% OFF SPORTS RIMS Industrial Park *10% DISCOUNT ON ALL TYRE AND RIM AUTOBACS VENTURE Tel: 6286 3355 PURCHASES AND ACCESSORIES STAMFORD TYRES SINGAPORE PTE LTD • 23 Kaki Bukit Road 4 INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD 10 Ubi View #01-12/13 Synergy@KB • 10 Admiralty Street Tel: 6749 5600 Tel: 6702 3355 #01-85 Northlink Building *10% OFF RETAIL PRICE FOR SELECTED • 10 Kaki Bukit Road 2 CENTRAL Tel: 6555 3355 BRAND OF TYRES & CAR ACCESSORIES #01-11/12 First East Centre • 3700 Yishun Ring Road *10% OFF ON TYRE PRESSURE Tel: 6636 3355 AUTOBACS VENTURE Tel: 6257 5910 MONITORING SYSTEM PURCHASES *10% DISCOUNT ON ALL TYRE AND RIM SINGAPORE PTE LTD NEW • 10 Ang Mo Kio Industrial *FREE NITROGEN GAS TOP UP, TYRE PURCHASES AND ACCESSORIES 130 Dunearn Road Park 2A #01-14 Ang Mo Kio PUNCTURE REPAIR WITH PURCHASE OF Tel: 6266 1962 AutoPoint 4 TYRES *10% OFF ON RETAIL PRICE FOR SELECTED Tel: 6483 3355 BRAND OF TYRES & CAR ACCESSORIES *10% DISCOUNT ON ALL TYRE AND RIM WEST KHAI WAH *10% OFF ON TYRE PRESSURE PURCHASES AND ACCESSORIES BATTERY & TYRE MONITORING SYSTEM PURCHASES TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 177 Ubi Avenue 4 AUTOBACS VENTURE *FREE NITROGEN GAS TOP UP, TYRE Information is correct at time of print Pan Malayan Warehouse SINGAPORE PTE LTD PUNCTURE REPAIR WITH PURCHASE OF • Discounts and promotions under Tel: 6292 6800 30 Bukit Batok East Ave 6 4 TYRES the AA Recommended Tyre Shops *$5 OFF PURCHASE PRICE Tel: 6749 5600 scheme are not valid with other 5% OFF SPORTS RIMS discounts, promotions, or privilege * *10% OFF ON RETAIL PRICE FOR STAMFORD TYRES card offers • No further discounts SELECTED BRAND OF TYRES & CAR INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD will be given upon agreement STAMFORD TYRES ACCESSORIES • 648 Dunearn Road RQWKHƓQDOSULFHŘ7KHUHPD\EH INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD *10% OFF ON TYRE PRESSURE Shell Dunearn Eng Neo terms and conditions attached • 355 East Coast Road MONITORING SYSTEM PURCHASES Tel: 6284 3355 to the promotions and members Caltex Service Station should check with the shops prior to *FREE NITROGEN GAS TOP UP, TYRE • 548 Havelock Road purchase • AA Recommended Tyre Tel: 6342 0981 PUNCTURE REPAIR WITH PURCHASE OF Shell Service Station Shops are not agents or dealers of • 31 Loyang Way 4 TYRES Tel: 6733 0129 AA Singapore • AA Singapore does Tel: 6542 3355 • No. 8 Kung Chong Road not warrant the repairs or services • 455 MacPherson Road Tel: 6475 3355 undertaken by any of the tyre shops Tel: 6841 3355 • AA and its participating tyre shops *10% DISCOUNT ON ALL TYRE AND RIM reserve the right to vary and amend PURCHASES AND ACCESSORIES all promotions and/or terms and conditions without prior notice. FOR DETAILS AND MORE OFFERS FROM THE WORKSHOPS AND TYRE SHOPS, VISIT WWW.AAS.COM.SG HIGHWAY 59 PRIVILEGE PARTNERS AA BENEFITS CALTEX CRU WORLD WINE Enjoy 14% petrol / diesel discount on top of Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc 2015 at ONLY AA MEMBERSHIP your credit card cash rebate at all Caltex $39 (U.P. $55) and Spee’Wah Murray Darling Be rewarded when your friends sign up for an service stations in Singapore Shiraz Deep River 2014 at ONLY $18 (U.P. $32) AA membership too! when you order online with promo code COOL N LITE AA BIRTHDAY TREATS 15% OFF all Solar Film packages + FREE CRYSTAL WINES • Qualify for a Birthday lucky draw on your removal of existing solar films (if any) + Up to 25% OFF selected wine labels when you birthday month FREE CrystGard Headlamps Protection Film order online with promo code • AA Members also enjoy fabulous deals and when you order online with promo code privileges throughout their birthday month! DECHARACTER HERTZ • Makeover (Corporate / Resume / Passport / AAS ACADEMY Up to 15% OFF car rentals worldwide with ID) + Photoshoot at ONLY $59 • Preferential rates for safe driving courses, minimum 1 day’s rental (3 days for Asia) (worth $300) workshops and online driver training • Kids Makeover (Fairytale / Superhero / programmes JR HOKKAIDO RENT A CAR Model) + Photoshoot at ONLY $49 • Complimentary one-time online driver risk Up to 17% OFF car rentals in Hokkaido (worth $288) assessment + FREE 10 JR Tower Welcome Vouchers • Family Makeover + Photoshoot at ONLY (major shopping mall in Sapporo station) $109 (worth $500) AA BATTERY • 10% OFF retail price for Amaron & DOSIRAK KATC AUTOTRANS • FREE upgrade to set meal with every in- Hoppecke maintenance-free car batteries, • FREE Diagnostic Check and Evaluation which includes a *24-month on-site store Dosirak purchase result on all passenger vehicles • FREE drink with every Dosirak purchase via warranty, FREE 24-hour delivery and • 10% 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service duplication purchase of $149 at the online shop with • $30 OFF retail price for used car valuation promo code service STA VEHICLE INSPECTION • $20 OFF retail price for pre-trip inspection • 10% OFF inspection fee INFANTREE service 20% OFF all items at Infantree online plus • FREE car-scrapping service and assistance YHI FREE shipping in sale of used cars • Receive $50 YHI voucher with minimum ITRADE MARKETING spend of $600 Any 3 pcs of Real Korean Combined Gold / • Receive $100 YHI voucher with minimum Silver Nano Technology toothbrush with soft- MOTORING & ACCESSORIES spend of $1,000 medium bristles for all types of oral conditions at ONLY $19 (U.P. $26.70) AUTOECLAT • $40 OFF Waxoyl Paint Sealant BUY & DINE JIBIRU CRAFT BEER BAR Treatment 20% OFF a la carte food menu (daily till 7pm) • $80 OFF Cougarshield Titanium ATRIUM RESTAURANT Sealant Treatment 1-for-1 Buffet Lunch, Buffet Dinner and MALTHOUSE CRAFT BEER BAR • 10% OFF all other services Weekend High Tea 20% OFF a la 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PLEASE CHECK WITH THE RESPECTIVE MERCHANTS FOR OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS THAT MAY APPLY PRIOR TO PURCHASE. REMEMBER TO FLASH YOUR CARD TO ENJOY THESE PRIVILEGES! HIGHWAY 61 PRIVILEGE PARTNERS MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Why is it rewarding to be an AA Member? Because you’ll enjoy discounts all-year round ZKHQ\RXŴDVK\RXU$$FDUGDWPHUFKDQWVOLVWHG on www.aas.com.sg/privileges! Here’s a small sample of what you get to enjoy as an AA Member. Safeguard your vehicle, its contents What’s more, spend a minimum and passengers with the BlazeCut of $20 in a single receipt between 7VHULHVDUHYROXWLRQDU\ƓUH 1 May and 31 July 2018 with VXSSUHVVLRQV\VWHPWKDWNLOOVŴDPHV any AA Privileges merchant without an external power source and you’ll gain entry to or human intervention. Members the GSS Bash lucky draw. enjoy 10% off the retail price; there Minimum spending of $20 is also a 5% discount for group on any product or service orders within a single receipt. 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