TWIL: Range Rover Goes Electric, Mini Flies Its British Flag, And More
Catch up on this week’s most noteworthy updates from the universe of luxury.
In our weekly TWIL series, we bring you the latest in luxury news from around the world. This week’s highlights: the new Range Rover Electric remains true to its luxury SUV identity, a highly limited Mini Cooper S arrives in Malaysia, and IWC Schaffhausen unveils a striking limited-edition chronograph to celebrate the Singapore Grand Prix.
The Iconic Range Rover Is Now Electric
It’s a new era for the world’s most famous luxury SUV, but Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) promises that its new Electric is a Range Rover first, and an EV second. It leverages two electric motors to provide silent performance, smoothness, and efficiency, yet with an output that competes with a V8 engine: 542bhp, 850Nm of torque, and a 0-100km/h time of 4.5 seconds. It is packed with technology, and has over 300 patent applications involved, the most ever for a Range Rover, with innovations including a traction management system that boasts being up to 100 times faster than an ICE equivalent, and a sophisticated heat management system for its powertrain, helping to optimise range, charging speeds, and longevity. JLR’s new battery testing laboratory has subjected the battery to extensive vibration and shock testing at temperatures from 40°C to +90°C, while the Range Rover Electric itself has been subject to extensive real-world testing—over 1.5 million kilometres’ worth, including in the subzero climes of Sweden and the desert heat of Dubai. Its 800V architecture accepts fast charging of up to 350kW, which takes it from 10 to 80 per cent in about 22 minutes, and the stated real-world range is up to 535km.
The New Mini Cooper S Oxford Edition Is An Ode To Its British Roots
The new Mini Cooper S Oxford Edition (from RM289,888) has officially arrived in Malaysia, limited to only six units nationwide. Celebrating 25 years since the launch of the modern Mini, the Oxford edition harkens back to its roots at Plant Oxford, incorporating the Union Jack symbol throughout its design. The iconic British symbol can be seen on its roof and bonnet, with further detailing on its rear and Oxford Edition hub caps with matching valve caps. The car is available in three different colours: Chili Red, Indigo Sunset Blue, and Blazing Blue, each limited to just two units. Starting early October, a Mini Lifestyle Oxford Capsule will also be available, complete with a Mini Traveller Bag, unisex T-shirts, a cap, Mini Oxford stickers, and the iconic Mini Umbrella Walking Stick.
IWC Schaffhausen Unveils Its Fourth Official Team Watch for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team
Ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, IWC Schaffhausen presents a new team watch for the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team—its fourth official team watch. Inspired by the orchid Vanda Miss Joaquim, Singapore’s national flower, the 41mm titanium-cased chronograph has a deep purple dial, the first of such colour in the Pilot’s collection. The team’s signature green shade marks its numerals and indices, paired with a purple rubber strap that can be easily swapped out with an interchangeable strap system. With a 46-hour power reserve and powered by the IWC-manufactured 69385 calibre that can be viewed through the display caseback, this watch is built for precision and resilience in true IWC style.
Parmigiani Fleurier Blends Milano Blue With Rose Gold In Its Latest Limited-Edition Skeletonised Tonda PF
The Swiss watchmaker recently unveiled a new limited-edition Tonda PF Skeleton, pairing its Milano Blue skeletonised dial and movement—previously offered only in platinum—with a rose gold case and bracelet. The result is a watch that retains the elegant proportions of the Tonda PF collection, measuring 40mm in diameter and just 8.5mm thick. At its heart is the in-house PF777 calibre, an automatic movement conceived from the outset as a skeletonised design rather than a conventional movement later stripped back. This approach allows Parmigiani Fleurier to balance visual transparency with everyday practicality, avoiding many of the legibility issues common to skeleton watches. The movement combines polished, satin-finished and sandblasted surfaces, creating a contemporary aesthetic that showcases the house’s signature mechanical complexity.
Limited to just 30 pieces, the Tonda PF Skeleton Rose Gold in Milano Blue is priced at US$117,100, in line with previous rose gold editions of the model.
Vista House Brings Private Aviation to Race Weekend
Global business aviation leader, Vista, is bringing its signature hospitality experience to Asia for the first time. It will debut in Singapore, arriving alongside the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix for a weekend shaped by speed, spectacle, and travel. Designed as a private clubhouse for VistaJet and XO Members, the experience offers live race viewing from an exclusive setting overlooking the circuit, with curated food and beverage service throughout the evening. An opening Members’ event with VistaJet Brand Ambassador Charles Leclerc sets the tone for the activation, which follows previous editions in Augusta and Monaco. With Singapore continuing to serve as a key regional hub for Vista, the occasion brings private aviation and motorsport together in one of the city’s most anticipated international weekends.
Penfolds Toasts The Mid-Autumn Festival With The Launch Of Its First-Ever Gift Set For The Season
Penfolds has made its Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz and Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon the stars of its inaugural limited-edition Mid-Autumn gift set. Dressed in striking red-and-gold packaging, it’s a unique, eye-catching offering for the season’s festivities. The Mid-Autumn gift pack was unveiled over an exclusive dinner at Michelin-selected Bōl, where Chef Kian Liew carefully built a curated menu around the wines. Surprisingly, sauces crafted on classic Chinese staples like hawthorn and taucheou took centre stage, lending an unexpected yet delightful harmony with these reds.
Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz, first crafted in 1960 by the legendary Max Schubert, earned the nickname “Baby Grange” for maturing in barrels that previously held Grange itself, and remains a showcase of Penfolds’ judicious balance of fruit and oak. Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon, launched with the 1990 vintage in 1993 and inspired by Bin 707, offers textbook varietal definition with the structure and depth that come from Penfolds’ multi-regional blending philosophy.
The New Dyson Toothbrush Cleans With A Camera
At an event earlier this month, technology company Dyson unveiled a slew of new high-tech products, but none more eyebrow-raising than the CameraJet. This is actually a toothbrush, believe it or not—an all-singing, all-dancing one which brushes, has targeted liquid flossing, mouthwash dispensing, and an integrated camera. The latter enables a machine learning system to identify the gaps between teeth in real time and ‘trigger a precision burst of mouthrinse exactly where it is needed.’ Each system also innovates on existing solutions—the liquid flossing jet is conical to remove more plaque while remaining gentle on gums and teeth, and the dual-bristle brush head is designed to cover more surface area and has a variable sonic oscillation to prevent bristle stalling. As incredible as all this sounds, one does need to keep in mind that Dyson has revolutionised vacuum cleaners, fans, and hair dryers, amongst other things—why not dental care as well?
Malaysia’s Second Ralph Coffee Outlet Has Opened at KLCC
Ralph Lauren has officially opened the second Ralph Coffee in Malaysia, located adjacent to its KLCC outlet. Serving as the fashion brand’s lifestyle extension, the specialty cafe offers signature blends crafted from premium Central and South American beans. The new outlet also offers a KLCC exclusive, Mango Cold Foam Fizz, alongside a curated selection of snacks and beverages. With the cafe’s opening comes the expansion of the KLCC Ralph Lauren store, where guests can browse its collections, including select men’s Purple Label offerings alongside men’s and women’s Polo Ralph Lauren collections.
Balenciaga Unveils Its Winter 2026 Collection: ClairObscur
The collection centres on architectural outerwear and statement accessories, featuring hooded jackets, peacoats, and blousons crafted from leather, shearling, wool, and embroidered satin silk. Contrasting dark neutrals with vivid pops of colour, the designs reflect the emotional tension of the chiaroscuro technique. Key accessories include the new Hourglass Avenue Bag, the cocoon-like Le 7 Bowling Bag, and footwear such as the Bloom Pump and Midnight City Mule.
The Winter 2026 collection is now available at selected Balenciaga boutiques worldwide and online.
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