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Mazda enters UAE sub-compact car segment
The award winning Mazda 2 sub-compact car has been launched in the UAE, marking the Japanese auto maker's entry into this market segment. In a region know for its large SUV's and 4x4's Phil Blizzard asked M P Mahmood, GM, Galadari Automotive Group, who would be attracted to the sub-compact car.
First compact car from Range Rover the Evoque
The Evoque will be the smallest, lightest and most fuel efficient car from Range Rover. The highly anticipated all new compact Range Rover is previewed in this report from Phil Blizzard. The Evoque remains true to the spirit of the original LRX concept car first revealed in Detroit in 2008.
Atlantis launch for Honda Crosstour
Phil Blizzard talks to Shailesh Dighe, Marketing Manager, Honda Middle East about the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) following the launch ceremony at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai. Now available in the UAE, the first region outside of the USA, the Honda Accord Crosstour is being seen as the combination of a premium saloon and a versatile SUV. Please note we apologize for interference affecting the audio quality.
BMW X5M out on the track
To test drive this sporty SUV Phil Blizzard finds a rather dusty race track away from the city. The BMW X5M is the first M version in the X series and has been developed to excel on the race track, rather than, perhaps, the urban environment. You can watch a video version in our Motoring and Test Drive channel.
Emirates flights provide live updates on FIFA goals
Goals scored in the FIFA World Cup matches are being relayed, as they happen, to all Emirates flights so passengers are updated as the action progresses in South Africa. Patrick Naef, Divisional Senior VP, Emirates Group IT explains to Phil Blizzard how this is achieved and how IT is keeping passengers better connected during their flights.
Into the FIFA World Cup Arena, Barasti, Dubai
A gigantic football shaped arena is the focus for the FIFA World Cup 2010 at the Barasti, Mina Seyahi Complex, Dubai. Phil Blizzard talks to Derryn French, Director, Marketing Communications about their substantial investment to provide fans with this exciting venue.
FIFA World Cup shows at Meydan grandstand
During the FIFA World Cup 2010 Meydan, home to the Dubai World Cup horse race, will host a series of television style shows presented by Showtime's Rob McCaffrey and Derek Whyte, along with special guests from the world of sport. Phil Blizzard talks to Mark Baker, MD, CEO Event Management and also Derek Whyte, former Scotland player.
Emirates in Cape Town with FIFA World Cup
Emirates are the first airline to reach Official Partner status for a FIFA World Cup tournament. In this special link-up with Cape Town, Phil Blizzard talks to Roger Duthie, Manager Group Sponsorship, Emirates, about this partnership and captures the atmosphere in one of the host cities.
Du explains FIFA World Cup TV package delay
Following a nerve wracking delay for its customers, Du recently announced the details of its FIFA World Cup viewing package. Peter Ward talks to Farid Faraidooni, CCO, Du, about the reasons behind the wait and the details of the deal on offer.
AME Info goes inside Ferrari World
Our first visit into the gigantic Ferrari World theme park on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, takes us to Bella Italy and the racing heritage of this iconic brand. Phil Blizzard from the driving seat of a reduced scale Ferrari 250 California Spider talks to Claus Frimand, GM, Ferrari World.
Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi to open in October
Abu Dhabi's Ferrari World will open in October, according to Claus Frimand, GM, Ferrari World. In this interview with Phil Blizzard he reveals the date of opening and talks about the various experiences for visitors and provides an update on the progress of the park's development.
An Arabian Adventure with singer Rod Stewart
As part of his world tour Rod Stewart stops off in Dubai for a one night show with Spandau Ballet. In this interview, out in the desert, Phil Blizzard chats with him whilst intricate henna designs are being drawn. Rod talks about his Arabian Adventure, his love for football and on a musical note he reflects on his musical career.
Mirdiff City Centre, Dubai opens on time
Following a two year build the Dhs3bn, 196,000 sq m Mirdiff City Centre, Dubai has opened for business on schedule. Phil Blizzard was there on the opening morning and spoke with Peter Walichnowski, CEO, Majid Al Futtaim Properties about their achievement in the present economic climate with more than 350 stores opening, 85% of the total, and also about the leisure and community aspects of the centre.
Vibrant business for live music in Dubai
From Paolo Nutini to Rod Stewart and Spandau Ballet, along with the Meydan Race night concerts, the live music scene in Dubai is seeing something of a change in rhythm. Phil Blizzard talks to Thomas Ovesen, MD, AEG Middle East about the swing back to Dubai for major shows, after Abu Dhabi taking centre stage, and what this boost in shows means to those businesses associated with event organisation.
Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi driven by theme park expert
Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi, will be the first theme park of its kind in the world and also the largest when it opens in the second half of 2010. Driving it forward is theme park veteran Claus Frimand, CEO, Farah Leisure Parks Management - a joint venture company between Aldar Properties and ProFun Management. He talks to Phil Blizzard about Ferrari World and the other theme based parks being developed on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
