As we complete 100 test drives, I am delighted to tell you about the seven super-special cars coming up to celebrate the occasion. It’s also a good time to share the raison d’être of an automotive site created for those serious about impressive cars and intuitive writing. The first hundred …
Ambassador of a bygone era
As I stole lessons in driving, like any other teenager in India who had a car parked in his garage, I did it in a Fiat Premier Padmini. A more refined, smoother and more importantly manageable ride than the ubiquitous Ambassador in those days. My big bro, my mother’s sister’s …
Rolls-Royce: Most powerful 4 door and bespoke Waterspeed collection in UAE
Most powerful 4-door Rolls-Royce at AGMC The most powerful 4-door Rolls-Royce ever, the limited series Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Specification, has arrived in Rolls-Royce showrooms at AGMC, the authorized dealer of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. The ‘limited’ vehicle offers customers traits of effortless dynamism in a …
Powerful M5 ever marks 30 years of performance Bimmer
BMW M presents the most powerful BMW M5 in the model’s history to mark the 30th anniversary of the high-performance Sedan with just 300 units. In 1984, the M5 created the high-performance business sedan segment. BMW has now come up with BMW M5 “30 Jahre M5” (which means 30 years …
Niki Lauda speaks for road safety in UAE
Formula1 legend and 3 times Formula1 world champion, Niki Lauda has endorsed the cause of road safety in the UAE. He was speaking in support of the recently launched web initiative RoadSafetyUAE.com Niki Lauda states: “Safety is a key concern on all roads and my life experience shows, how rapidly …
Maserati marks centenary with Alfieri concept
Every landmark is also an opportunity for a brand to look back, look forward and race towards the future. The pitstop is usually marked by the leftover rumbling of a car that probably will never be made. Yet the echoes of that rumble can still be heard in many models …
New Volkswagen Service App helps with accident report and parking reminder
Volkswagen drivers will now get a taste of the people’s car manufacturer’s service-savvy approach that stays in tune with the times. Volkswagen Middle East has launched a new smartphone application, the Volkswagen Service App. The app is a smart assistant on the road, providing information on the location of service …
New Rolls-Royce Service Centre in Dubai: Transparent yet invisible
A couple of weeks ago, I was seated in the plush waiting lounge in the newly opened Rolls-Royce service facility behind the AGMC showroom. There were white pristine walls and galleries of Rolls-Royce memorabilia all around me, and slices of history showcasing the spirit of driving ecstasy in the pages …
Toyota launches T-Connect in UAE: Navigation map on call
New customers of Toyota in the UAE – entry level or top end – will get a navigation option. What makes it special is that it’s not just about maps, and also that you can simply pocket it the end of your drive. You can even use it on the …
LOOKOUT: Porsche brings back Targa roof 911
Last week, the 911 Targa was once again in the limelight when the latest avatar was unveiled at the North American International Auto Show (Detroit Motor Show). This model is the first to combine the classic Targa concept from 1965 with state-of-the-art roof technology. Modern vs classic The model shares …
