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:
Icons of Porsche: The stories 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.
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The all new Ford Mustang Mach-E: coming soon to the UAE
15 Nov 2025. Damo flies all the way to Australia to test drive the new all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E, with the Performance model soon to be available exclusively to Middle East motorists. Plus, Naz gets to check out gorgeous classic cars at the inaugural Royal Bahrain Concourse, even bumping i…
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Fix it or Flip it: Landcruiser Adventure V Everest Sport: An unfair comparison?
15 Nov 2025. An avid Motor Mania caller wants advise on whether he should go for the Landcruiser Adventure, or get an Everest Sport instead.
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One for classic car enthusiasts: the inaugural Bahrain Concours
01 Nov 2025. Damien finds out all about the first ever Bahrain Concours. Vice Chairman Amir Al Khan tells us what we can expect.
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Fix it or Flip it: How often should we change car batteries?
01 Nov 2025. Caller and BMW owner Fatima says she's been asked to replace her car's battery again - is she getting ripped off? If you have a car conundrum, tune in to Motor Mania every Saturday from 10am. Damien and Naz will be happy to answer them on air.
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Fix it or Flip It: Was my Volvo purchase worth it?
18 Oct 2025. Damien and Naz weigh on on whether a listener's Volvo purchase was worth what he paid.
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How cars get imported from the US
18 Oct 2025. Caucasus Regional Manager George Makaridze tells us how his company brings American cars in the UAE, and some red flags to look out for when buying a car from overseas. Plus, car servicing basics with David Thorne, general manager of iServiceanycar.
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Chery's Zaher Sabbagh on the rise of Chinese cars in the UAE
04 Oct 2025. Chery UAE boss Zaher Sabbagh tells Damien the plan to expand the Chinese car giant in the emirates. Plus, all the car news you missed this week.
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Is car brand loyalty dead?
20 Sep 2025. A survey by S&P Global Mobility shows that brand loyalty is declining with only 51% of car buyers sticking with the same brand so far this year. Damien and Naz discuss what's pushing motorists to switch to other car brands.
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EV Charging Without Cords
06 Sep 2025. Damien & Naz talk about the next big leap in EV charging - going wireless! We've also dive into Cadillac’s electrification plans, its entry into Formula 1 with Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas, plus a review of the all-new Cadillac Lyriq EV. Special guest in the studio: Omar Elkhishin,…
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