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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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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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Mercedes-Benz all electric E-Cell
The Mercedes-Benz B Class E-CELL is based on the regular five door A Class, but instead of a petrol engine it has an ultra quiet electric power plant. Phil Blizzard takes the all electric car, which is powerful enough to produce an acceleration of zero to 60kmh in 5.5 seconds, for a drive around Abu Dhabi.
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Superbus to travel on UAE roads
Unveiled at the 59th International Association of Public Transport in Dubai, the Superbus, a high-speed, luxurious and gigantic electric powered automobile which runs at 250kph is now catching the public eye. In this report, Phil Blizzard looks into its innovative features and its potential to be part of the UAE's urban transport landscape.
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60th Anniversary Land Cruiser Xtreme tackles Fossil Rock, UAE
The 60th Anniversary Land Cruiser Xtreme is a result of collaboration with Iceland based Arctic Trucks who prepared a Toyota Hi-Lux to tackle the extreme conditions of the Artic Circle for the BBC Top Gear team. Closer to Dubai Phil Blizzard drives the Land Cruiser across the varying terrain found at Fossil Rock, near Hatta, UAE
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Bentley Supersports - powerful, luxurious and sustainable
The Bentley Supersports is not only the most powerful car in its range, but the first Bentley to be able to run on bio-fuels. With a price tag of just under Dhs1m Phil Blizzard cautiously took the luxury supercar, with its 12 cylinder 6 litre engine, for an extra special driving experience.
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Black Knight high performance drive with Lexus IS-F
The Lexus IS-F is a high performance car aimed at the racing enthusiast and one which has been tested on major race circuits around the world. While the BBC's Top Gear motoring programme had the mysterious Stig, we have the equally mysterious Black Knight joining Phil Blizzard for this review.
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Smart electric car from Daimler
The Smart For Two electric car from Daimler can be charged-up using a domestic power supply and on a full charge will allow users to travel up to 135km in an urban environment. Phil Blizzard is surprised by the drive as he takes the Smart car for an outing on the roads around the National Exhibition Centre in Abu Dhabi.
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Lotus looks at Middle East for sales of new supercar
Claudio Berro, Director of Motorsports, Lotus talks to Phil Blizzard about the business of selling limited edition, high performance cars and what customers who buy into the $1 million Exos Experience by Lotus will receive.
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Abu Dhabi launch for Lotus Exos T125 $1million car
Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi was the venue for the global launch of the Lotus Exos experience, a $1m package whose centerpiece is the F1 styled Lotus Exos T125 racing car. At the launch Phil Blizzard spoke with former F1 World Champion Nigel Mansell about this very limited edition, just 25 cars will be produced, and what the select group of owners can expect.
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Daimler drives into the future with hybrid and electric cars
Daimler AG have various drive solutions in their aim for a sustainable future. Phil Blizzard, at the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi talks to Jochen Eck, Senior Manager, Electric Vehicle Testing, Daimler AG about their developments in the passenger car sector.
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Lexus 2011 models line up in Abu Dhabi
A new year and the new series of Executive Motoring roars away with a look at the Lexus range of vehicles - including the high performance Lexus ISF, the limited LFA, along with their range of SUVs and cross overs. Phil Blizzard reports on this premium brand by talking to Saud Abbasi, GM, Lexus, Al-Futtaim Motors, talking about their products and objectives for 2011.
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