The Singapore aviation event, billed as the world’s second largest in size after Paris, is seen as a way for planemakers to get access to the fast-growing Asia-Pacific aviation industry.

When the Singapore Airshow takes off next Tuesday, the perennial Airbus-Boeing fight for plane orders could hinge on delays to Boeing’s new 787 jumbo.

Boeing announced a second delay in its top-selling 787 last month, pushing first deliveries out until early 2009. Airlines have so far ordered 857 of the planes, worth $140 billion at list prices, and some are seeking compensation for the postponment.

“It will be an interesting contest to see if the 787 delays cause any airlines to switch to Boeing’s rival Airbus,” said Aviation International News senior editor Charles Alcock.

The world’s oldest surviving Rolls-Royce revved up two new records on Monday when a private British collector paid 3.5 million pounds ($7.22 million) for it at auction.

This car is the only Rolls-Royce qualifying on the basis of its pre-1905 date to take part in the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, which makes it extra special.

1. Apple II - Popular alternative to IBM PCs in 1970’s
2. Pixar - Children’s movies now increasingly rely upon computer animation instead of illustrations
3. iMac - Distinctively simple and colorful design (The “i” prefix grew to become a staple of Apple products and even pop culture.)
4. iPod - Biggest splash in portable music players since the Sony Walkman
5. iTunes - Music through its digital library.
6. iPhone - Sleek new phone from Apple.

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The 2008 BMW 3 Series sets a new benchmark for how all other sport sedans will be judged. For four generations, the 3 Series has set the standard for pure driving performance in its class. The time has come for drivers to enjoy more.

Photo : 328i Sedan 3