24 Jan 2026. Damien catches Max Verstappen at the launch of the Red Bull Formula 1 team in Detroit, where the Motor Show was dominated by Ford and other all-American OG carmakers.

24 Jan 2026. Damien catches Max Verstappen at the launch of the Red Bull Formula 1 team in Detroit, where the Motor Show was dominated by Ford and other all-American OG carmakers.

Exclusive: Max Verstappen on the uncertainty of the 2026 season 

24 Jan 2026. Naz and Damien reflect on newer cars and ask - have they sacrificed character for convenience? 

24 Jan 2026. Naz and Damien reflect on newer cars and ask - have they sacrificed character for convenience?&nbsp;

Fix it or Flip It: Have modern cars become boring? 

Damien and Naz share their car predictions and resolutions for 2026, and Auto Data's Sebastian Fuchs share some data on used cars for 2026. 

And finally, we tell you all about the DSF Auto Season, and where to look for flash sales. 

Damien and Naz share their car predictions and resolutions for 2026, and Auto Data's Sebastian Fuchs share some data on used cars for 2026.&nbsp;
And finally, we tell you all about the DSF Auto Season, and where to look for flash sales.&nbsp;

2026 Car Predictions: Will Chinese cars win? 

Is it worth buying a new car in 2026? Damien and Naz give you impartial car advice. 

 

Is it worth buying a new car in 2026? Damien and Naz give you impartial car advice.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

New Year, New Car? 

27 Dec 2025. Damien, Naz and automotive journalist Alp Sarper bring us the best and worst car news stories this year, and tell us what they're excited about in 2026.

27 Dec 2025. Damien, Naz and automotive journalist Alp Sarper bring us the best and worst car news stories this year, and tell us what they're excited about in 2026.

Motor Mania Roundtable: The best and worst of the car world in 2025 

27 Dec 2025. Listener Ziad texts in to ask how to register his Fiat Barchetta 2001.

Plus, valuations for a USA-specs Jeep Wrangler, and valuations for a Mazda CX9, an Audi A3 and more. 

27 Dec 2025.&nbsp;Listener Ziad texts in to ask how to register his Fiat Barchetta 2001.
Plus, valuations for a USA-specs Jeep Wrangler, and valuations for a Mazda CX9, an Audi A3 and more.&nbsp;

Fix it or Flip it: How to register a classic car 

27 Dec 2025. BYD's upmarket SUV brand Denza is soon to launch in the UAE, and Damien gets to test drive the D5, with BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li riding shotgun to tell him more.

27 Dec 2025.&nbsp;BYD's upmarket SUV brand Denza is soon to launch in the UAE, and Damien gets to test drive the D5, with BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li riding shotgun to tell him more.

Driving around the desert in the new Denza B5 with BYD's top boss Stella Li 

What's the appeal of classic cars, in a world where the newest and fastest are considered the best? 

Damien breaks it down with our first ever classic car roundtable:  

Marion Englert from the organising team of 1000 Miglia

Gaurav Dhar, the man behind the Numero Uno Collection 

Assyl Yacine, the founder of Speedbird Cars 

What's the appeal of classic cars, in a world where the newest and fastest are considered the best?&nbsp;
Damien breaks it down with our first ever classic car roundtable: &nbsp;
Marion Englert from the organising team of 1000 Miglia
Gaurav Dhar, the man behind the Numero Uno Collection&nbsp;
Assyl Yacine, the founder of Speedbird Cars&nbsp;

Damien's Classic Car Roundtable 

Damien test drives the Mustang Mac-E down under with Saudi journalist Jameel Azher.

Plus, Naz prices your car while bashing dunes in Liwa with Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi.

Damien test drives the Mustang Mac-E down under with Saudi journalist Jameel Azher.
Plus, Naz prices your car while bashing dunes in Liwa with Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi.

The verdict on the Mustang Mach-E

22 Nov 2025. Damien and Naz get a first look at this year's display at Icons of Porsche and speak to some of the personalities behind the cars.

22 Nov 2025. Damien and Naz get a first look at this year's display at Icons of Porsche and speak to some of the personalities behind the cars.

Icons of Porsche: The stories behind the cars

Motoring journalist and host Damien Reid provides expert car advice and so much more.

Fix It or Flip It: Join entrepreneur Naz Chaudry as he evaluates your car's worth on the spot and offers impartial guidance on all things automotive.

Car News Roundup: Damien teams up with fellow journos Imthishan Giado and Noel Ebdon in the Dubai Eye studio, delivering comprehensive reviews on the latest cars, discussing crucial road safety topics, and sharing exclusive tips and tricks even your go-to mechanic won't divulge.

Exclusive Content: Experience Damien's first-hand accounts as he test-drives prototype vehicles, explores top automakers' production facilities, and interviews industry leaders, providing unparalleled insights straight from the source.

Connect with us by texting 4001 or messaging us on WhatsApp at 04 871 55 00. We'd love to hear your unique car stories, learn about your involvement in automotive communities, or address any car-related questions with our panel of experts.

Don't miss Motor Mania, airing every Saturday at 10 am on Dubai Eye 103.8. Set your reminders and join the ultimate car enthusiast's destination.

Motoring journalist and host Damien Reid provides expert car advice and so much more. Fix It or Flip It: Join entrepreneur Naz Chaudry as he evaluates your car's worth on the spot and offers impartial guidance on all things automotive. Car News Roundup: Damien teams up with fellow journos Imthishan Giado and Noel Ebdon in the Dubai Eye studio, delivering comprehensive reviews on the latest cars, discussing crucial road safety topics, and sharing exclusive tips and tricks even your go-to mechanic won't divulge. Exclusive Content: Experience Damien's first-hand accounts as he test-drives prototype vehicles, explores top automakers' production facilities, and interviews industry leaders, providing unparalleled insights straight from the source. Connect with us by texting 4001 or messaging us on WhatsApp at 04 871 55 00. We'd love to hear your unique car stories, learn about your involvement in automotive communities, or address any car-related questions with our panel of experts. Don't miss Motor Mania, airing every Saturday at 10 am on Dubai Eye 103.8. Set your reminders and join the ultimate car enthusiast's destination.

Motor Mania Podcast

Who doesn’t like free car advice? On the Motor Mania, host and motoring journalist Damien Reid gives you plenty of that and more.

Damien road tests prototype cars, visits leading car makers' plants and hosts automotive bosses in the studio so you can get all your car updates straight from the source.

Get in touch with us on 4001 via SMS or on Whatsapp on 04 871 55 00 if you have a cool car story, part of an automotive community or need car advice from any of our experts. 

Tune in to Motor Mania every Saturday from 10am on Dubai Eye 103.8.

Who doesn’t like free car advice? On the Motor Mania, host and motoring journalist Damien Reid gives you plenty of that and more.
Damien road tests prototype cars, visits leading car makers' plants and hosts automotive bosses in the studio so you can get all your car updates straight from the source.
Get in touch with us on 4001 via SMS or on Whatsapp on 04 871 55 00 if you have a cool car story, part of an automotive community or need car advice from any of our experts. 
Tune in to Motor Mania every Saturday from 10am on Dubai Eye 103.8.

Motor Mania

Social links:

Follow the podcast: