As my first glimpse of the new Toyota Avalon quickly gave way to the first drive, it soon eased into another journey of discovery. An experience of something I call ‘sympathetic craftsmanship’. Simply put, it’s all about how the distinctive design of Toyota’s flagship sedan inspired three gifted artisans to …
Phantom creates Privacy Suite
Privacy is the greatest luxury of our times. So it is for a couple on honeymoon, a Hollywood celebrity or royalty. Who knows as much as Rolls-Royce Motor Cars about luxury? It is their raison d’etre to explore and attain new levels of luxury for its influential clients. From 1925 …
New Haval H6 lands, raises expectations
Being an SUV manufacturer might not seem as impressive as being a company that manufactures only SUVs. Suddenly, the likes of Jeep and Land Rover come to mind. Which is why, H6 from Haval is making a bold and confident entry into the UAE market. When Haval was set up …
007 star makes a comeback
It has starred in as many Bond movies as Sean Connery and Roger Moore – seven. It is as irresistible as 007 himself or even more for some. It gets gals with panache, just like 007. It is the only star that can make a comeback without caring a rat’s …
6 new cars that can get to 100 in under 3 sec
Monterey Car Week is a favourite among supercars to provide a glimpse of their future intent – near or far – and for timeless classics to turn on the spotlight once again. The 2018 edition was held last week and as usual ended with the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. I …
2019 Lexus ES marks new generation
The icon of reliability and easy maintenance among luxury family sedans has turned the next chapter. The 2019 Lexus ES marks the seventh-generation and has an all-new platform. Lexus highlights its coupe-like design, enhanced performance, and innovative technologies. The new model presents two all-new iterations – the ES 300h, an …
All New Renault Duster Review: Mud Bath
The first time the Renault Duster surprised me was from atop a billboard on Dubai-Sharjah highway – by expressing condolence to those who had just bought an SUV recently! Standing out big and bold was the price of the Duster that must have hurt even more than the scornful words. …
New Bugatti Divo is here to claim its corner
Bugatti has introduced a car that is not only about being lighting quick, but about being lightning quick in corners and bends. The Divo was unveiled in California at the exclusive event “The Quail – A Motorsports Gathering” on Friday, the 24th. How quick is it – quick facts The …
Aston Martin DB 11: The first of many
The Aston Martin DB 11 has a top speed of 200 miles per hour (320 kmph). It is the first car to be created in the second century plan of the brand. As a historic model, the DB 11 is rich in trivia, but certainly not one to be trivialized. …
The Jaguar E-Pace Review: The cat has nine
In many cultures across the world, the strong cry of a newborn is the sign a healthy, strong baby. A loudness bordering on the intolerable is seen as the mark of a bolder destiny. When the Jaguar E-Pace entered this world, it must have cried thus too. On the way …
