Motor Mania
Motor Mania
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…Social links:
Why are people upset about the Ferrari Luce?
The world is divided about the release of Ferrari's first electric car - even the former Ferrari boss had strong words to say about it. But as Last Lap Middle East's Bert Grogor puts it, the Italian luxury sports carmaker is targeting a new market with this one.
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Fix it or Flip It: Abu Dhabi commuters looking for fuel-efficient cars
Andrew is one of the many callers who want more fuel efficient cars - as they do the daily Dubai-Abu Dhabi commute.
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How do Toyota and Lexus' resale values hold up?
16 May 2026. Jacques Brent, MD of Al Futaim Toyota and Lexus, talks to Damien and Naz about Toyota and Lexus' best-selling models, and how supply chain issues affect what's on offer in the showroom.
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Fix it of Flip It: Kevin hates his mom car
16 May 2026. Our Gen Z social media manager Kevin hates his mom car, so we're suggesting a few options that make him look cooler behind the wheel.
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The complete guide to buying an EV
Ian Lewis, founder of Drive EV, says there's more to consider when buying an EV beside range and price.
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Fit it or Flip it: Would you buy a Tesla now?
Caller Naser wants to know if he's getting a good deal with a secondhand Tesla he's eyeing. Here's what Damien and Naz think.
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Drive like your mother's watching
A new public service announcement by the RTA and Dubai Police caught our attention. It encourages motorists to "drive like your mother is watching". Plus, Gareth Burnett-Jones of Desert Forge tells us why overlanding is something every family in the UAE should try.
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Fix it of Flip it: Outgrowing the Porsche Panamera
Vivian calls in to get her new Porsche Panamera priced - and wants to go back to the Cayenne, which has a better resale value and more space in the back.
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Everything you need to know about shipping your car into and out of the UAE
Nick Wilding of Classic Automotive Relocation Services (CARS) gives us an update on everything we need to know about getting our cars in and out of the Emirates at the moment.
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Fix it or Flip it: Will I have a hard time selling my pink car?
Damien and Naz answer all your car questions, including one about a pink Mercedes' resale value.
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