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Aston Martin celebrates 100 years with spectacular air drop on Burj Al Arab helipad
Video: The airlift of an Aston Martin Vanquish onto the helipad at Burj Al Arab created one of the most spectacular events so far in 2013. Phil Blizzard reports on the event which was a key moment in the centenary celebrations for this iconic motoring marquee.
Rolls Royce, CEO Pt 2 - launch of their boldest and most dynamic car
Video: Torsten Muller-Otvos, CEO, Rolls Royce Motor Cars talks to Phil Blizzard and gives an overview of their global market in 2012, indicating that the Middle East, and in particular the KSA, has not reached its full potential yet. He outlines their strategy for 2013, which includes the launch of their boldest and most dynamic Rolls Royce to date, and also provides an insight into the resurgent luxury car market by UK automobile manufacturers.
Rolls Royce, CEO Pt 1 - Middle East market grows 26%
Video: The Middle East market has driven the global sales of luxury Rolls Royce cars to their highest annual level in the 108 year history of the company. Torsten Muller-Otvos, CEO, Rolls Royce Motor Cars talks to Phil Blizzard about the factors driving this growth, where the UAE and KSA fit into their global sales top 10 and the significance of their bespoke options, with Abu Dhabi boasting the highest uptake in the world.
Nissan races ahead with new models and eye Saudi Arabia for biggest growth
Video: Nissan has just announced record breaking sales in the region of their flagship SUV The Patrol, highlighting the importance of the Middle East market. Ahead of the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix, Phil Blizzard spoke to Atsuo Kosaka, MD, Nissan ME, about their business development in the region, the launch of new models from their Commercial Light Vehicle Division and their strategic alliance with the F1 Red Bull Racing team.
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Review: Range Rover Evoque tackles Hajjar Mountains
Video: One year on since the launch of the smallest vehicle from Range Rover and over 80,000 units have been sold. Phil Blizzard gets his hands on the Range Rover Evoque for an exhilarating drive through the rugged Hajjar mountains in the northern tip of the Arabian Peninsula. The stunning scenery provides a dramatic backdrop for this off-road adventure in one of the most sporty CUV's.
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Hot weather motoring tips with GM
Video Replay: 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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