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.

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.

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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.

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

Ride Skipper lets people hire drivers to drive their cars. Founder Lauren Hamilton says they’re safely bringing home UAE residents from neighbouring countries.

Ride Skipper lets people hire drivers to drive their cars. Founder Lauren Hamilton says they&rsquo;re safely bringing home UAE residents from neighbouring countries.

Ride Skipper brings back residents to the UAE

Naz weighs in on the current situation, and how it affects offers during Ramadan, which is traditionally one of the busiest times in UAE’s car industry.

Naz weighs in on the current situation, and how it affects offers during Ramadan, which is traditionally one of the busiest times in UAE&rsquo;s car industry.

 Fix it or flip it: Is it still a good time to buy a car? 

With an increasing population, Dubai's roads are seeing more congestion.
The government is investing billions in road infrastructure, but what should change in terms of our driving habits? 

Damien and Naz were joined by traffic research expert and Owner of Road Hero Academy Dr. Mustafa Aldah, and Domenico De Francesco, Co-founder of Guardian AI, an app that rewards good drivers.

With an increasing population, Dubai's roads are seeing more congestion. The government is investing billions in road infrastructure, but what should change in terms of our driving habits?&nbsp;
Damien and Naz were joined by traffic research expert and Owner of Road Hero Academy Dr. Mustafa Aldah, and Domenico De Francesco, Co-founder of Guardian AI, an app that rewards good drivers.

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

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