The Grand Opening Ceremony of IAA Auction Center & Marhaba Cars Auction took place at the Address, Dubai Mall Hotel. The inauguration ceremony was attended by eminent dignitaries from both auction centers, UAE government, investment authorities, cars dealers, media personalities, and businessmen from all over the region. During the event, Marhaba Cars Auction announced the... Continue Reading →

The Duckhams brand was launched in the celebrated city of Dubai today. Emirates for Universal Tyres LLC, part of Abdulla Al Masaood & Sons Group, appointed as Exclusive Distributor of Duckhams in UAE Founded in 1899 by British chemist Alexander Duckham, the history of Duckhams oils includes pioneering engineering developments in aviation, breaking land speed... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam With optimized comfort and safety, Škoda Kamiq perfectly combines the advantages of a sport utility vehicle, such as higher ground clearance and an elevated seat position with the agility of a compact car and offers value for money. It has a distinctive emotive design, state-of-the-art drive assist and infotainment systems, is spacious... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam The new Hyundai Santa Fe has been completely redesigned with changes to both the exterior and interior with the aim to offer superior driving experiences to customers in the GCC. Established as one of Hyundai’s iconic brands, the latest Santa Fe represents another step forward for design, performance and innovation. Exterior The... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam The new Porsche Panamera is essentially a sports car for four people. It combines the performance of a sports car with the comfort of an exclusive saloon. We tested the new Panamera recently with its enhanced features, increased engine power, better body control and enhanced steering precision that is perfect for everyday... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam The Mercedes S‑Class is distinctive and recently we had the S500 for a week to explore the different Emirates in the UAE. We found it to be a luxury travel partner one can always rely on. We arrived at our various destinations fully relaxed and the innovative drive assist and safety technologies... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Driving the Jeep Wrangler Sahara, the off-road champion for everyday urban adventures once was not enough so we tested it again to enjoy its excellent levels of comfort and superior driving dynamics. The Jeep Wrangler Sahara is a one-of-a-kind vehicle that takes you from the roughest terrain to city streets with ease.... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabam For more than 100 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Their influence continues today as Dodge shifts into high gear with muscle cars and SUVs that deliver unrivaled performance in each of the segments where they compete. And the new rugged Dodge Durango... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Motoring enthusiasts usually find more drive enjoyment in RWD vehicles as it provides the perfect balance between the AWD and FWD configurations and this is undeniably the first thing we notice in the CT4 specially when we navigate corners plus we had a really nice experience driving up the Jebel Jais mountains.... Continue Reading →

The New Mercedes GLB. Shereen Shabnam The much-anticipated Mercedes-Benz GLB is in the UAE across Gargash Mercedes-Benz showrooms bringing together impeccable design, intelligent functionality and high comfort in a versatile compact SUV. Spacious and family friendly with off-road-oriented design as well as optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive, it is perfect for UAE life. We drove the... Continue Reading →

Shereen Shabnam The Infiniti QX50 is crafted for years of comfortable driving. It offers a premium in-cabin experience with the best of technology and entertainment, superior performance and handling that adapts to the driver and an exterior that is distinctively attractive. The journey starts with the Intelligent Key - simply press the switch to unlock... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Last month we took a road trip to the East Coast in the all-new Nissan X-Terra 2021, stopping at different attractions along the way. The drive was comfortable for me as a veteran driver but equally fun for my 20-year-old who for the first time was allowed to drive a test car... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Exuding a sense of calm on roads filled with noise and distraction, Lincoln introduces the new Nautilus that showcases the brand’s signature design, advanced technologies and a new interior that is a true serene sanctuary that elevates the midsize luxury SUV experience. I drove the Nautilus for a few days and enjoyed... Continue Reading →

If you own or drive a car, chances are, selecting your fuel is now second nature. A no-brainer. But do you really know how your choice of fuel affects your car? Is it the right choice to begin with? Unless you’re an automotive enthusiast that understands the ins and outs of what keeps your car... Continue Reading →

After years of anticipation, Bronco is back! And true to its outdoor lifestyle roots, Bronco reemerges as an off-road vehicle with standard 4x4 capability with go-anywhere, anytime capability and confidence. The all-new Bronco arrives in the Middle East this summer and is designed to deliver authentic 4x4 off-road mobility, retro-inspired style and smart technology such as the... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam The new redesigned 2021 Honda Odyssey comes with a host of new and improved comfort and convenience features which makes it an ideal car for modern families. We drove it for a week and enjoyed the combination of space, flexibility, safety, style and upgraded technology and found it to be the ultimate... Continue Reading →

From the moment Jeep introduced the Grand Cherokee in 1992, it presented the world something it had never seen before. The most celebrated SUV ever set a new industry benchmark and quickly became synonymous with upscale design and uncompromised capability. Fast forward decades later, the all-new 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L continues to build on... Continue Reading →

Shereen Shabnam After a year of testing cars, the jury of the Women's World Car of the Year are pleased to announce the winners in each of nine categories. These vehicles represent excellence in their segments based on safety, comfort, technology, and value for the money. As a Motoring Jury based in the UAE, I... Continue Reading →

The Land Rover Defender has been named Supreme Winner Women’s World Car of the Year 2021. The triumph is the first time a Land Rover has won the top prize at the awards and is the latest in a series of international honours for the most capable Land Rover ever made. Defender remains true to... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Since its ten-year lifespan began in 2009, Rolls Royce Ghost has become the most successful model in the marque’s 116-year history. It resonated with a new group of men and women who responded to the marque’s relentless pursuit of perfection in design, engineering and craftsmanship, but sought a more   modest and minimalist... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam With an imposing personality, capability enhancing features and powerful EcoBoost 2.3L engine, the new Ford Explorer 2021 is simply unstoppable. After a redesign, Ford Explorer is now is more spacious, fuel- efficient, and comes with plenty of standard safety features. With seating up to 7, this is the perfect SUV for any... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam The new Mitsubishi Attrage is the perfect dynamic city car, tailored to the needs of those who spend a lot of time on the road and need an easy, nippy car that gets the job done and lets them drive in comfort. Mitsubishi Attrage is known for its a wide set of... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Since its ten-year lifespan began in 2009, Rolls Royce Ghost has become the most successful model in the marque’s 116-year history. It resonated with a new group of men and women who responded to the marque’s relentless pursuit of perfection in design, engineering and craftsmanship, but sought a more   modest and minimalist... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam My adventure with the highly versatile MINI Countryman began on a weekend and driving with friends, we found it spacious and more comfortable than ever as we went on a leisure drive down Beach Road in Dubai and later cruised up in the mountains near Fujairah. The powerful engine and optional all-wheel-drive... Continue Reading →

 Gargash Group extends its Mercedes-Benz sales network with a new format that offers luxury and unmatched lifestyle customer experience. It will deliver the Mercedes-AMG brand experience with its first standalone AMG Store in the UAE, in an exclusive arrangement with Merex Investment, a joint venture between Dubai Holding and Brookfield Asset Management - an operator... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Designed for the city, the new ASX compact SUV offers wide-ranging versatility and it was a pleasure driving it all week in the city. Its lightweight, compact body combined with an SUV's commanding driver sightlines provide the ASX with added safety and ease of drivability. The new model features a host of... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam More intelligent and attentive than ever, the new GLE 450 is more elegant than ever and with a dynamic expression of power. It was a pleasure driving it around Dubai and my favourite feature hands down was the seat massager function, the musical and lighting moods plus a wide range of feel-good... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam Recently, I headed to the new Lexus Showroom in Dubai Investments Park to pick up the new Lexus RX 350, a luxury crossover SUV that fascinates hearts with its elegant dynamic presence well-rounded performance and eye-catching appearance. We feature the aspects of the car we like the most. Interior The interior cabin... Continue Reading →

By Shereen Shabnam When the new Azera arrived home for me to drive for the week, what caught my eye first is the radical modern styling that radiates Sensuous Sportiness. The Hyundai Azera comes equipped with SmartSense, Hyundai’s most advanced safety technologies. Loaded with intuitive features that heighten comfort and convenience and delivering powerful driving dynamics, the... Continue Reading →