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Jaguar F-Type a 'Bullseye for our Brand'
Video: The Jaguar F-Type when launched in 2013 will be the marques first two seater sports car in over 50 years. In this report Phil Blizzard looks at the key attributes of this exciting new Jaguar from a design and engineering perspective with Ian Callum, Chief Designer and from Adrian Hallmark, Global Brand Director talking about what the car will mean to the brand.
Preview: Jaguar F-Type - a new two seater sports car
Luxury car brand Jaguar has just revealed their first two seater sports car to be produced in over 50 years. Phil Blizzard previews the model, with observations from former F1 driver Martin Brundle, as the car is put through its paces on the Jaguar test track with chief aerodynamics engineer Mike Cross.
Review: Lexus GS350 - The new Face of Lexus
The Lexus GS350 is a sporty mid-size saloon with a gutsy 3.5 litre V6 engine and 6 speed transmission. With a redesign from the road up the new fourth generation GS is being recognised as the 'New Face of Lexus'. Phil Blizzard takes this new entrant into the Grand Tourer division for a drive around the leafy roads of Al Badia, Dubai.
Coming soon - The Lexus GS350 review
The Lexus GS350 is now into it's fourth generation and the latest version is being seen as the 'New Face of Lexus'. Phil Blizzard provides an introduction to this sporty saloon.
Preview: Land Cruiser 2012 model
In the UAE the Land Cruiser is one of the most popular 4x4s for off road driving, offering comfort, safety and power. The 2012 line up gives drivers the option of numerous enhancements, including a new 4.6 litre V8 engine and an improved 4 litre V6. As part of a modern day caravansari crossing the desert Phil Blizzard previews the 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Review: Nissan Patrol - King of the Desert
The Nissan Patrol is synonymous with off road driving and has held the 'King of the Desert' crown for many years. Phil Blizzard takes the latest, and very different, Patrol for a drive across the dunes on the outskirts of Dubai.
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Review: Mercedes Benz C350 CGI with sports package
The classy Mercedes Benz C350 CGI is a powerful and luxurious coupe with a 3.5 litre V6 engine which can deliver 306 hp and accelerate from zero to 100 Kmp in just 6 secs. In this review Phil Blizzard starts with a sedate drive around the tree lined roads of Jumeirah Islands before hitting the open road of the desert for a more sporty ride.
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Concept Land Rover Defender arrives in the Middle East
The Land Rover Defender has a heritage stretching back to 1948 and over that period of time has seen very little change in its physical appearance. The concept Defender has been designed to retain the emotional connections of the original and to take this vehicle into the future, as Oliver Le Grice, Chief Designer, Land Rover explains to Phil Blizzard.
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Aston Martin racing line-up at Dubai Motor Show
The new Aston Martin V12 Zagato is the star of the marque's display at the Dubai International Motor, where Phil Blizzard spoke with Andy Gawthorpe, Global Sales Director about the sales performance and the line-up of models at the show.
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Jaguar reveal C-X75 concept supercar at Dubai Motor Show
Alister Whelan, Chief Designer, C-X75 & Jaguar Sports Cars talks to Phil Blizzard about the design process and the key elements of the concept supercar on display at the Dubai International Motorshow.
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Toyota in UAE celebrate strong half year growth and Ramadan
A 16% growth in UAE sales for Toyota in the first half of 2011, compared with 2010, and dynamic Ramadan promotions spearhead their return to full production. Simon Frith, MD, Al-Futtaim Motors talks to Phil Blizzard on how these results have been achieved following the effects of the devastating tsunami which hit Japan in March 2011.
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Hot weather motoring tips with GM
Executive Motoring with Phil Blizzard looks at a 'state of the art' vehicle workshop with James Liddle, Director - Aftersales, Al Ghandi Autos, whilst Mohmmed al Ghandi offers tips on how you should prepare your car before leaving it idle during a long vacation and also on the efficient running of cars during these high summer temperatures.
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Jaquar XKR with the racey speed pack
This version of the Jaguar XKR is enhanced with the optional Speed Pack, increasing the road handling capability and the top speed produced by the 5.0 Litre V8 Supercharged engine to an awesome 280kph. For this review Phil Blizzard takes the sporty coupe to the Dubai International Endurance City.
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Camaro Convertible star of the new GM showroom in Dubai
Executive Motoring takes a look at the brand new Camaro Convertible, along with several collectors' cars, lined up to display the strong heritage of the GM brand. Phil Blizzard talks to Graham Turner, CEO, Al Ghandi Auto about market conditions in the region for the automotive market and the new models coming on stream.
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Lexus LS600hl a full hybrid with luxury
The Lexus LS600hL is a long wheel based luxury saloon, powered by a 5 litre, V8 petrol engine which gets an extra boost from a ground breaking, fuel-efficient hybrid system. Phil Blizzard takes the car for a spin testing the 'electric only' mode, the 'petrol engine only aspect' and the combined hybrid option with the very graphical display depicting the energy flow.
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