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2018 GMC Terrain review: Higher terrain

GMC reinvents its smallest crossover with more refined styling, new powertrain options, and a host of new technology features. We take the Denali version for a spin.
October 17, 2018
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2019 Fiat 500X review: The X Factor

Fiat’s given the 500X a tech-filled makeover, bringing the city crossover into the modern age. We head to Turin to give it a go.
October 15, 2018
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2018 Ford F-150 Limited review: King of the hill

It costs Dh292,845 (inclusive of VAT) which is a serious amount of money. Fortunately, what you get is a serious amount of truck...
October 14, 2018
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2019 Toyota Avalon review: Directional shift

Toyota gives its flagship saloon a comprehensive makeover. But can it help the brand redefine its future direction? We test one in the UAE
October 08, 2018
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2019 Suzuki Jimny review: Back in Style

Suzuki’s iconic utility vehicle is back — and it’s more grown-up than ever. We head to Frankfurt to see what it’s like.
October 06, 2018
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2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV review: Bolt from the blue

The race is on for car manufacturers to provide cleaner, eco-friendly vehicles and the Chevrolet Bolt EV is here to help make the transition from fossil-fuel to electric easier
October 01, 2018
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2019 Toyota Supra driven: The Last Samurai

Toyota is resurrecting its quintessential sportscar after a long hiatus. But, has the Japanese carmaker equipped its good old warrior with the skills needed to stay fighting fit in the era of modern automobile warfare? We drive a prototype in Spain to find out.
September 30, 2018
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2019 Lexus ES 350 F-Sport review: Altering perceptions

Lexus adds a generous dose of design flair and dynamism to its bread-and-butter executive saloon. But is this enough to change the way the nameplate is perceived?
September 23, 2018
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2018 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob: Worth a few bob

The performance model in the 2018 Softail lineup looks mean, sounds fab and it rides great. This one will surely put a smile on your face...
September 17, 2018
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2019 GMC Yukon Denali review: The high one

Named after the tallest mountain peak in North America, the top-spec variant of the full-size SUV nudges premium car territory
September 09, 2018
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2019 Kia Cerato review: Value proposition

Kia has always been generous with the amount of kit it has offered buyers. But it seems to have outdone itself with the new compact saloon.
August 29, 2018
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2019 Maserati Levante S Gran Sport review: A nip here, a Tuck there

It’s been two years since Maserati entered uncharted territory with the Levante. Now, the Trident has given its SUV a mid-cycle update..
August 20, 2018
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Honda Gold Wing review: Gold Standard

Reimagining an icon is always tricky, but has Honda managed to get it right with the new Gold Wing?
August 19, 2018
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2018 Ford Mustang GT: Pony up the dough!

This rear-wheel drive, two-door coupe is blessed with a 5.0-litre V8 that lights up the tyres with the merest of prods of the throttle. For 2018, it’s received some changes that make it even better
August 12, 2018
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2018 Mini John Cooper Works Countryman ALL4 review: You little miniac!

If you want a crossover that is fun to drive and overflowing with character, then look no further than this. But be warned — it’s a little unhinged...
August 05, 2018

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