The Mercedes-AMG G 63 wasn’t always a luxury icon. What started out in the late 1970s as a no-nonsense military vehicle has transformed into a global status symbol, now as common on city streets as it once was in rugged terrain. But with its boxy silhouette, thunderous V8, and sky-high price tag, is the G 63 still about capability, or has it become all about image?

In Episode 5 of Gear Torques, Dan Koh unpacks the fascinating evolution of the G-Wagon, explores its specs in everyday terms, and weighs whether the reality of driving one lives up to the legend. Tune in to find out if the G 63 is truly timeless, or just nostalgia wrapped in luxury.

The Mercedes-AMG G 63 wasn&rsquo;t always a luxury icon. What started out in the late 1970s as a no-nonsense military vehicle has transformed into a global status symbol, now as common on city streets as it once was in rugged terrain. But with its boxy silhouette, thunderous V8, and sky-high price tag, is the G 63 still about capability, or has it become all about image?
In Episode 5 of Gear Torques, Dan Koh unpacks the fascinating evolution of the G-Wagon, explores its specs in everyday terms, and weighs whether the reality of driving one lives up to the legend. Tune in to find out if the G 63 is truly timeless, or just nostalgia wrapped in luxury.

Every car has a character. Every bike, a backstory. 
On Gear Torques, Dan Koh brings you into the world of moving machines not with cold specs, but with real stories: of invention, evolution, and obsession. This isn’t just for gearheads — it’s for anyone curious about how we move, why we love what we drive, and where the road might lead next.
So whether you're a driver, a dreamer, or just tagging along for the ride… come along. The engine’s running.

Every car has a character. Every bike, a backstory.&nbsp; On Gear Torques, Dan Koh brings you into the world of moving machines not with cold specs, but with real stories: of invention, evolution, and obsession. This isn&rsquo;t just for gearheads &mdash; it&rsquo;s for anyone curious about how we move, why we love what we drive, and where the road might lead next. So whether you're a driver, a dreamer, or just tagging along for the ride&hellip; come along. The engine&rsquo;s running.

On Gear Torques, Dan Koh brings you into the world of moving machines not with cold specs, but with real stories: of invention, evolution, and obsession.

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Gear Torques: Mercedes AMG-G 63 - From military roots to red carpet roads

Electric vehicles are transforming Singapore’s roads, but what about motorcycles? In this episode of Gear Torques, Dan Koh takes a closer look at the Zero SR/F, one of the most talked-about electric motorcycles on the market.

With instant torque, premium components, and a claimed range of over 280km, it promises performance without petrol. But how does it really stack up in Singapore’s riding conditions?

Electric vehicles are transforming Singapore&rsquo;s roads, but what about motorcycles?&nbsp;In this episode of Gear Torques, Dan Koh takes a closer look at the Zero SR/F, one of the most talked-about electric motorcycles on the market.
With instant torque, premium components, and a claimed range of over 280km, it promises performance without petrol. But how does it really stack up in Singapore&rsquo;s riding conditions?

Gear Torques: Zero SR/F - Can Electric Motorcycles really work in Singapore

Lexus has built its reputation on smoothness, comfort and reliability. But how do those values translate when the engine disappears?

In this episode of Gear Torques, Dan Koh examines the Lexus ES EV, the brand’s upcoming all-electric luxury sedan and one of its most important steps into the EV space. 

With insights drawn from official Lexus information and early reviews, this episode explores whether the ES EV could be the brand’s most compelling electric offering yet.

Lexus has built its reputation on smoothness, comfort and reliability. But how do those values translate when the engine disappears?
In this episode of Gear Torques, Dan Koh examines the Lexus ES EV, the brand&rsquo;s upcoming all-electric luxury sedan and one of its most important steps into the EV space.&nbsp;
With insights drawn from official Lexus information and early reviews, this episode explores whether the ES EV could be the brand&rsquo;s most compelling electric offering yet.

Gear Torques: Lexus ES EV - Can Lexus finally crack the electric sedan code

Some motorcycles are designed to be agile. Others are built to be fast. The Triumph Rocket 3 R was built around something else entirely... Torque.

In this episode of Gear Torques, Dan Koh takes a measured look at one of the most imposing motorcycles ever made. With the world’s largest production motorcycle engine at its core, the Rocket 3 R is a machine defined by scale, strength, and unmistakable road presence. 

From its massive three-cylinder engine and modern rider aids to its real-world practicality, running costs, and everyday usability, find out what living with a bike like this might actually be like.

Some motorcycles are designed to be agile. Others are built to be fast.&nbsp;The Triumph Rocket 3 R was built around something else entirely... Torque.
In this episode of&nbsp;Gear Torques, Dan Koh takes a measured look at one of the most imposing motorcycles ever made. With the world&rsquo;s largest production motorcycle engine at its core, the Rocket 3 R is a machine defined by scale, strength, and unmistakable road presence.&nbsp;
From its massive three-cylinder engine and modern rider aids to its real-world practicality, running costs, and everyday usability, find out what living with a bike like this might actually be like.

Gear Torques: Mercedes AMG-G 63 - From military roots to red carpet roads

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