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The Dubai International Motor Show is now in its 13th year, and the 2015 edition promises to be the biggest, best and most action-packed to date.

Held every two years, the Dubai International Motor Show is the main highlight of the Dubai Motor Festival, which is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. The Dubai Motor Festival is organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), and builds on the widespread passion of all motor related sports across the region.

The demand from manufacturers for this year’s show is in line with the growth curve of vehicle sales throughout the region which reached 16.7% in the UAE in 2013, according to BMI Research. Total vehicle sales in 2015 looks set to top 425,000 by the close of the year, 5.1% up on 2014.

Such vibrancy underscores the show’s importance for manufacturers in the region.

“The MENA region is regarded as one of the largest growth markets in the automotive industry,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President, Exhibitions & Events Management, Dubai World Trade

Centre. “This is reflected in the significant growth and success of the Dubai International Motor Show, which is now established as the definitive platform in the Middle East for showcasing the latest and most exciting models and marques. We expect this year’s event to generate even more interest from local and international motoring enthusiasts, allowing key international automotive heavyweights to connect with a wide array of audiences from across the globe.”

Show organisers have pulled out all the stops to make the 2015 event one of the most memorable. One of the biggest is the Motoring Nostalgia Museum, an impressive array of some of the UAE's most desirable collectors' classics. The pop-up museum will highlight key vehicles from the 1950s, 60s, 70s and 80s that have left their mark on automobile history from collections that include Tomini Classics, Mohammed Ben Sulayem's unique collection, the Sharjah Classic Car Museum, Al Ain Classic Car Museum and owners taking part in the Grand Parade. New features also include the Boulevard of Dreams, a spectacular showcase of supercars; an all-new area for bikers; Ignition live talks by motoring legends and experts; a custom car section and driving challenges.

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Be among the first in the world to see the most anticipated car launches of the year. The Dubai International Motor Show will act as a platform for more than 15 global car launches and 120 regional releases from car and motorcycle makers – more than at any point in the history of the Show.

There has also been a significant boost in demand for floor space by exhibitors by 23% - with Cadillac leading the charge by asking for 70% more floor area than it used in 2013. McLaren, Lamborghini, Jaguar, Mazda, Porsche and Lincoln have all requested considerably more space to display a broader range of cars this year.

Dubai’s growing importance is also apparent to bespoke manufacturers like Panoz, David Brown Automotive and the Alvis Car Company. They will be joined at the affordable end of the market by Chinese newcomer Kenbo. For more information on exclusive cars at the show, turn to page 6.

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MOTORING NOSTALGIAIf you have an appreciation for classic motoring, the Motoring Nostalgia Museum – held with the support of Volante magazine – is a must see. Besides the Motor Show itself, the Motoring Nostalgia section is the biggest single feature and will highlight key vehicles which have have left their mark on automobile history.

The motoring hall of fame includes considerable contributions from key collections in the region, including major inputs from Dubai’s Tomini Classics, Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s unique collection, Sharjah Classic Car Museum, Al Ain Classic Car Museum and drivers who plan to take part in the Dubai Grand Parade later in the month (November 21).

Of the 36 cars Tomini plans to display, the 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO is the most expensive. It is one of only 272 ever produced, and was the only Ferrari built to go rallying. It was designed to compete in Group B competitions, but the category was outlawed in 1986 and the car never raced.

The section will also have live talks with experts that include Promoseven Holdings chairman and founder Akram Miknas, Alvis Car Company owner Alan Stote, television presenter James Nicholls, Al Ain Classic Car Museum curator Miguel Llorente, Simon Thornley – founding director of Getty Images turned car restoration expert, Tomini’s man-of-many-hats Assyl Yacine and Vijay Pillai from Max Garage. For a closer look see page 14 and 15.

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DRIVING EXPERIENCESThe Dubai International Motor Show is about more than simply seeing the latest cars on static display. This year, you can get behind the wheel of an SUV to get a taste of just how capable the latest road-going cars are when the going gets tough.

Land Rover will be premièring its Mobile Equipment for the first time in the Middle East, a range of state-of-the-art, mobile man-made tracks and obstacles that will give visitors the chance to experience the unique all-terrain ability of Land Rover vehicles. Toyota will also have a 4x4 experience.

You’ll also be able to sample the kind of terrifying speeds the Bloodhound SSC project plans to hit when it attempted to break the 1000mph barrier in Africa next year.

BIKERS ARENAThe Dubai International Motor Show isn’t just about things on four wheels; there is a dedicated section this year for bikers to sink their teeth into, and a day specially dedicated to bikers.

November 13 has been set aside to honour two-wheel riders, with plans for the day still under wraps.

There will be a dedicated Bikers Lounge open throughout the show where riders and owners can gather to swap stories and ideas, a display of customised bikes with experts on hand to help with tips on modifying motorcycles, and a healthy attendance by accessories specialists.

Royal Enfield – which is now based in Chennai, India, and produces modern interpretations of classic English motorcycles – will be there, as will Trikkes, MV Agusta, CAN AM, Ducati and many others.

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KEN BLOCK TO ROCK DUBAI MOTOR SHOW

"COLIN McRAE WAS MY MOTORSPORT HERO AND I WAS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO MEET

HIM EARLY ON IN MY RALLY CAREER HE WAS ALWAYS MY INSPIRATION FOR GETTING INTO

RALLY SIMPLY BY THE WAY HE MADE THE CAR DANCE DOWN THE STAGE IN SUCH AN

AGGRESSIVE, FLAT-OUT MANNER."

Ken Block’s name is synonymous with his Gymkhana antics – viral videos that show him blasting through warehouses, under exploding trucks or, in one in particular, taking over the streets of San Francisco, usually completely sideways, sometimes appearing around bends shrouded in clouds of tyre smoke. Block plans to be in Dubai for the Motor Show on November 14, and plans demonstration runs in his Ford Mustang Hoonicorn RTR from Gymkhana Seven. His uncompromising driving produces tremendous action for spectators. We caught up with him ahead of his return to Dubai.

Is it right you only recently visited Dubai and the Middle East for the

first time?

That's true, I'd never actually been to this part of the world until earlier

this year, but I was really impressed when I came to Dubai. The city itself is

truly incredible to see, especially from the air, and the people are very warm

and inviting, plus, it seems like everyone here is really into cars and car

culture, which is awesome. The introduction that XDubai gave me to the

city couldn't have been better.

You already have a lot of fans in the Middle East, so are you planning on

taking part in any events or races in the region?

I don't currently have any plans for my 2016 race calendar, but my team

director and myself are always keeping an eye on events in the region that

would potentially align with our schedules and that would be a good fit for

myself.

Any plans to produce one of your Gymkhana videos in the Middle East?

We know your fans would love it.

Ha! Perhaps! I'm always looking for new and exciting ideas and locations

for my videos, so I never rule anything out.

Your new Ford Mustang ‘Hoonicorn’ is certainly something

special. How different is it to drive from cars you’ve raced/

performed in the past?

It's very different in the sense that it's the first and only

Gymkhana car I've had that has been a mix of retro muscle

mixed with modern, racing details and a big, naturally

aspirated V8 under the hood. All of my other Gymkhana cars

have been turbocharged four-cylinder cars.

We were glad you were unhurt after rolling your rally car

at the recent Red Bull Global Rally Cross in Barbados.

Are there any other memorable ‘hairy’ moments from your

career and which one was the ‘hairiest’?

I think the "hairiest" moment I've had was on the last run of

shakedown during WRC Portugal in 2011. I got caught out on some

loose gravel on the outside of a swept corner and dropped a wheel

which then got caught up a bump in the side of the road and it sent me

into the air and cartwheeling. That was a really rough crash, but I'm very

fortunate that the Ford Fiestas that M-Sport builds are incredibly safe. I

walked away from that crash with only a sore ankle, both myself and my

co-driver were fine. But that one was definitely scary for me.

This year the DIMS is hosting our own Motoring Nostalgia Classic

car museum. Other than your 1965 Mustang, are there any other

classic cars you’d like to own and ‘Hooniganize’?

I do have a few in mind that I'd love to build up to but I can't share

them with you yet!

This year’s event is also hosting a dedicated car tuning and styling

area, so what do you think is the appeal of custom tuning and

designing your car?

My only advice is to make sure that when you're building something,

you're building it for yourself. As long as you love it at the end of the

day, that's what's important.

What was the first car you ever owned?

It was a Toyota Corolla station wagon that was a hand-me-down from

my mum back in the 80s. It wasn't much, but I definitely had fun with it.

Which is the favourite car you’ve ever owned and why?

My Ford Mustang Hoonicorn from Gymkhana Seven. It's the

ultimate Gymkhana car and with 845 horsepower on tap, it's wild to

drive. I love that car.

How do you feel about the rise in automobile technology? For example,

would you ever have a self-driving car and how do you feel about the

entrusting your safety to a machine?

I'm a driver, so of course I'll always want to be able to be in control. I'd be

open to a self driving car if I had to get up early for a flight and wanted to

catch a nap on the way to the airport however!

If you could change one thing about cars and driving, what would it be?

I think it'd be a lot more fun if all cars came with a hydraulic handbrake

like my racecars.

If you could own any car, from across history or present day, what would

it be and why?

A Ford RS200 from the Group B era of rally, which, conveniently, I happen to

have just acquired. I'm very excited to get working on that project and get it on

the road in the next year or so.

What would be your ideal driving holiday?

Racing at WRC Finland again, I know that since I'm not doing WRC

full-time I wouldn't be completely competitive, but I'd love to go and do

Finland once more as a "rally tourist" so to speak, the roads are simply

amazing there.

Who is your motoring or motorsport hero? How have they affected your

own relationships with driving and motorsport?

Colin McRae was my motorsport hero and I was fortunate enough to meet

him early on in my rally career and was able to develop a great friendship with

him. He was always my inspiration for getting into rally simply by the way he

made the car dance down the stage in such an aggressive, flat-out manner.

Block's uncompromising driving style is spectacular.


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MIDDLE EAST DEBUT FOR BMW 7 SERIESThe Middle East will get its first look at the all-new BMW 7 Series during the Dubai International Motor Show following the car’s global reveal in Frankfurt. The flagship luxury executive sedan has, for the last four decades, cemented a reputation for class-leading driving dynamics, long-distance comfort and efficiency and it remains one of the best-selling BMW models in the region.

The new, sixth-generation, 7 Series draws from lightweight design lessons learned in BMW’s i3 and i8 programmes, with the very best company-wide advances in design, powertrain development, chassis systems, operating systems, connectivity and interior comfort and design lavished on the car.

It’s not uncommon for sportscars to feature carbon fibre in their construction, but BMW is the first manufacturer to push the material into its mainstream vehicles. Much of the car’s upper structure is made from carbon-fibre, and BMW says it is the first car in its segment in which industrially manufactured CFRP is combined with steel and aluminium. Engineers have focused much of their effort on increasing the strength and rigidity of the passenger cell while at the same time significantly reducing vehicle weight. BMW say that the use of carbon fibre only has helped trim 130 kg from the 7 Series.

It’s not all about weight loss. The 7 Series comes with a choice of completely revised straight-six and V8 engines, latest generation eight-speed Steptronic transmission and the optional xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system.

The new 7 Series is packed with other innovative features too. If you find parking a chore, then the 7 Series is the first car in the world that can be parked and retrieved without anyone behind the wheel. The Remote Control Parking system is triggered through the newly designed BMW Display Key, and lets you get out and watch for obstacles as the car carries out semi-automatic manoeuvres.

The 7 Series is also available with laser headlights, first seen as an option on the i8, which is not only super bright and has a high-beam range of up to 600 metres but, coupled with the company’s Selective Beam system, means oncoming traffic isn’t dazzled.

Inside, the iDrive operating system’s monitor comes in touch display

form for the first time, making the transition between smartphone and iDrive operation much smoother. BMW has also introduced gesture control for the first time too, which interprets hand movements and translates them into instructions for the car to follow.

Lebanon-born Karim Habib, current head of design at BMW Automobile, will also be at the show. Habib joined BMW in 1998 (to work on the exterior design of the E65 7 Series) and succeeded Adrain van Hooydonk as chief designer in 2012. Habib also designed the 2005 7 Series.

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A TOUCH OF CLASSDavid Brown Automotive will introduce the Speedback GT to the UAE during the Dubai International Motor Show.

Designed, engineered and handcrafted in Britain, the Speedback GT encapsulates a classically styled car with modern mechanicals, reliability and comforts. It made its US debut at The Quail, part of the annual auto-extravaganza in Monterey, California in August, and will now travel to Dubai.

To celebrate its arrival in Dubai, David Brown Automotive has built a special-edition specification of Speedback GT, which includes Scottish Bridge of Weir leather, a unique wood veneer and the marque’s alloy wheel design which denotes the geometry of the Union Jack. To complete this exclusive Speedback GT’s look, David Brown Automotive has also developed a stunning new pearlescent light blue paint colour named Blue Moon.

Company founder and CEO David Brown said: “It’s been a fantastic time for Speedback GT since its launch. Having had such a warm reception at a number of world-leading shows in Europe and the US, it is a natural progression to bring the car to Dubai, where we’re sure there will be plenty of fans. We have already received a lot of enquiries asking when we would be bringing the car over so we’re really excited to finally be making the journey across.”

The Speedback GT is handbuilt in Coventry using traditional British materials and craftsmanship. The made to order machine has a AED2.8m price tag, is powered by a 5.0-litre V8 supercharged engine with 510 hp and 625 Nm, hitting 0-60mph in 4.6 s and a top speed of 250 km/h.

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The luxury SUV market received a shot in the arm earlier this year when Bentley announced that it had given the go-ahead for production of the world’s fastest, most exclusive and most luxurious SUV, the all-new Bentayga.

Bentley has made no secret of the fact that it feels the SUV market has a space big enough to park an uber-luxury vehicle in it, and they’re not alone. Lamborghini, Maserati and even Rolls-Royce have, for some time now, been studying the viability of the market and the impact new models may have on their sales targets globally.

Bentley believes the potential is enormous, with some media commentators estimating the Bentayga could increase company sales volumes by at least 50 percent. In the Middle East, at least, that seems to carry some weight: reception to the company’s EXP 9 F concept in 2012 may have been mixed internationally, but it struck a chord with customers in the Middle East who identified with its blend of uncompromised performance, off-road potential and luxury.

Three years later, the EXP 9 F’s Mulsanne-inspired lines have made way for a design that seems more influenced by those of the extremely popular Continental GT. The Bentayga’s wheel arches, fenders and bonnet deliver a balance between sportiness and SUV presence.

The Bentayga is powered by an all-new version of the Crewe-built 6.0-litre twin-turbo W12 TSI engine. The engine develops 600 bhp and 900 Nm, which should be more than enough to haul the SUV to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and on to a top speed of 301 km/h. Despite its displacement and size, the new W12 is super-efficient because it uses both direct and indirect fuel

injection. Switching seamlessly between the two technologies, the combination of these systems maximises refinement, delivers low particulate emissions and maximises power and torque delivery. Bentley’s Variable Displacement system, which shuts down half of the engine under defined conditions, also helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The transmission and four-wheel-drive system has been strengthened to handle the demands and high torque levels of off-road driving, and the multi-mode air suspension makes off-piste driving a breeze. Bentley says the development programme for the Bentayga has been the most exhaustive in the company’s history, ranging across five continents. From the dirt and gravel of South Africa and the dunes of Dubai, to the muddy fields of Cheshire, and from -30°C in the frozen North Cape to searing 50°C desert heat, the Bentayga’s ability to perform on any surface and even in the most extreme conditions has been proven.

Wolfgang Dürheimer, chairman and chief executive of Bentley Motors, said: “The Bentayga is truly the Bentley of SUVs. It redefines luxury in the SUV sector and offers a genuine Bentley experience in any environment, thanks to a combination of unparalleled attention to detail, go-anywhere ability and cutting-edge technology. With this extraordinary car we are looking forward to an exciting period of strong growth and sales success for Bentley. The Bentayga is the next step in our brand’s bold future.”

Customer deliveries commence in early 2016.

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GLOBAL AND REGIONAL DEBUTS FOR FCAFiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), the seventh-largest automaker in the world based on total annual vehicle sales, will be showing a number of exciting new models for the first time in the region on their stands (100, Hall 1 and SS205 in the Sheikh Saeed Hall 2) at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show.

There will be a global reveal of FCA’s brand new 1-ton pick-up plus, for the first time anywhere in the world outside Europe, a chance to see the extraordinary 510hp Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio, which is inspired by Ferrari technology and expertise and a stylish all-new C-segment sedan.

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From the premium Alfa Romeo and Abarth models through to high performance SRT models including the latest generation of the legendary 8.4-litre V10 Viper, the 707hp Charger and Challenger Hellcats and the “go anywhere, do anything” Jeep range, the benchmark for 4x4 vehicles which celebrates its 75th Anniversary next year plus award-winning light commercial vehicles, the FCA product range covers a wider than ever range of driving options.

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Ferrari never fails to disappoint, and the new 488 Spider set pulses racing during the Frankfurt Motor Show. The company hasn’t confirmed whether the car will appear in Dubai, but we’re sure the Italian supercar maker won’t pass up the opportunity to present the car to its Middle East fans.

The Spider, naturally, follows the launch of the fixed roof coupe earlier this year and it powered by the same 660-horsepower twin-turbo V8 you’ll find shoe-horned into the engine bay of its fixed-head stablemate.

The folding hard-top takes just 14 seconds to retract, giving the driver and his passenger access to the unfiltered exhaust note and

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the utterly sublime feeling of al fresco driving. If you want to keep the roof up but still hear the V8 howl, a small glass rear window can be lowered to allow that glorious engine note to sing through to the cabin. The glass also acts as a windbreak when the roof is stowed.

Surprisingly, the Spider doesn’t carry much of a weight penalty over the coupe. Traditionally, open topped cars have needed additional bracing to help maintain chassis rigidity when the roof is retracted, but Ferrari’s engineers mastered that issue. The Spider is claimed to offer the same sort of epic performance and handling as the coupe. The 488 Spider is expected to appear mid-2016. Prices have yet to be determined.

Ford has never had an issue proving its worth as a maker of recreational trucks and workhorse wagons. The F-150 has been America’s best selling pickup for the past 43 years and the best-selling vehicle for over three decades.

The all-new Ranger Wildtrak, the ultimate version of the mid-sized truck, is designed to appeal to weekend adventurers and comes packed with the kind of technologies and toys you’ll find in Ford’s passenger cars.

“The new Wildtrak takes the Ford Ranger to the next level with an aggressive exterior, a premium, sporty, interior, the latest Driver Assist Technologies and capabilities that ensure it’s up for any adventure,” said Trevor Worthington, vice president, Product Development, Ford Asia Pacific.

“Building on the bolder, smarter and more refined new Ranger, the new Wildtrak is a perfect fit for customers who want to combine genuine 4x4 capability with stand-out styling and premium features.”

To mark the Wildtrak out as the flagship of the Ranger lineup, designers worked to emphasise its tough, sophisticated design. Flanked by projector head lamps, the bold trapezoidal grille with strong outboard nostrils is finished in a dark, liquid metallic grey. The

same accent colour continues to the side mirrors, door handles, side air vents, bed rails and tail lamps for a dark, sporty appearance.

“The accent colours on the Wildtrak help to punch out the architecture of the fascia, and make what is already a very bold design even bolder – it’s instantly recognisable on the road,” said Dave Dewitt, exterior design manager for the Ranger Wildtrak.

“The result is more sports-focused and purposeful, and a perfect companion for a weekend getaway with a surfboard, kayak or quad bike.”

Ford will also debut the all-new Edge crossover during the Dubai International Motor Show. Ford says that the Edge helped to define the crossover sport utility vehicle segment when it was launched in 2006. “With a car-based design, Edge delivered better on-road comfort, fuel efficiency and driving dynamics than any truck-based SUV. It was proof a utility vehicle

could meet the demanding needs of an everyday commuter.”The 2016 Edge is all-new from wheels to roof, and is based on

Ford’s successful, global midsize vehicle platform. The Edge has been reimagined with a stronger, more athletic shape. It has been retooled to meet higher expectations for quality, and re-engineered to add more features and technologies for a more rewarding driving experience.

PANOZ TO MAKE UAE DEBUTFor motorsport fans, the Panoz name needs no introduction. Entrepreneur Don Panoz founded the Panoz Motor Sport Group in 1997, laying the groundwork for nearly two decades of successful international endurance sports car and open-wheel racing.

The company will have two cars on its stand at the Dubai International Motor Show; the road-going 2015 Panoz Esperante Spyder GT, and the 1997 Panoz Esperante GTR-1 Le Mans Homologation Special – fresh from a total, ground-up, nut and bolt restoration.

The GTR-1 was designed by Adrian Reynard and became the first successful front-engine prototype race car in more than 30 years of motorsports. The one Panoz is bringing to Dubai is the last remaining Panoz Esperante GTR-1 Le Mans Homologation Special and a true one-of-a-kind American V8 supercar. The Panoz GTR-1, with its 600-plus horsepower 6.0-litre Ford-based V8 engine, competed in international endurance racing in various forms from 1997 to 2003. While based on the very successful GTR-1 race car and constructed very similarly to its racing siblings, this Panoz Esperante GTR-1 Le Mans Homologation Special is street legal and sports a full leather interior. It has remained in the Panoz collection in Braselton, Georgia, its entire existence, and the Panoz craftsmen recently completed a full restoration.

It’s also for sale. If you’ve got a cool $1.75 million (AED6,426,962) burning a hole in your pocket, pop in and see the team for a chat.

Panoz will also have a 2015 Esperante Spyder GT built to commemorate the company’s 25th anniversary and is one of only 25 the company will ever make.

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JAGUAR BLOODHOUND SSC EXPERIENCEBringing the Bloodhound SSC experience to the Dubai International Motor Show, Jaguar has created a 1,000 mile per hour drive experience simulator to give visitors the incredible opportunity to get behind the wheel of the Bloodhound SSC.

Visitors who decide to take on the challenge can try to set a new Land Speed Record and claim the title as the fastest driver on the planet.

This Jaguar Experience will be located at the Jaguar Land Rover Experience Zone at the Dubai International Motor Show in the Arena Plaza which is accessed via Sheikh Saeed Hall 1.

ALL-NEW JAGUAR F-PACEThe Jaguar F-PACE, recently unveiled to the world at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2015, is a performance crossover for those who love driving, with unrivalled dynamics and everyday usability.

The F-PACE is a five-seat performance crossover and the third all-new product launched by Jaguar in 2015. Designed, engineered and manufactured in the UK, the F-PACE is the production version of the C-X17 concept car which appeared in Dubai in 2013, and features Jaguar’s lightweight aluminium architecture.

NEW JAGUAR XE-SThe most performance-orientated XE model features a race-inspired interior. The Taurus leather seats have suede cloth panels and the tread plates and leather sports steering wheel carry the S logo. The front bumper’s enlarged air intakes hint at the performance potential of the supercharged V6. Side sill extensions, rear spoiler, gloss black rear valance, red brake calipers and optional forged, 20-inch ‘Propeller’ alloy wheels complete the package.

ALL-NEW JAGUAR XF-SThe Jaguar XF brings an unrivalled blend of design, luxury, technology and efficiency to lead the business car segment. Jaguar says the XF sticks to the great tradition of sporting Jaguar saloons while being completely of its time. Lighter, more efficient and packed with technology, the Jaguar XF is underpinned by class-leading driving dynamics and refinement. With more torque, uprated handling and attractive styling, Jaguar says its XF-S is as much a pleasure to drive as it is to behold.

JAGUAR XJRThe Jaguar XJR, one of Jaguar’s flagship sports saloons, combines supercar performance and assertive looks with the high levels of luxury already associated with the XJ range. Embodying the three pillars of technology, performance and seductive design which Jaguar is known for, the Jaguar XJR delivers new levels of dynamic ability in a luxury saloon.

RANGE ROVER TO UNVEIL FLAGSHIPVisitors to the Land Rover stand at this year’s Dubai International Motor Show will be given a unique opportunity to witness the regional unveiling of the Range Rover SVAutobiography. The most luxurious and powerful series-production Range Rover in the model’s successful 45-year history will be on display alongside the full line up of Land Rover models.

The SVAutobiography brings a new level of design sophistication to the line-up and is produced by Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division. It is the most luxurious and powerful series production Range Rover in the vehicle’s 45-year history and is available with distinctive Duo-tone paintwork and a 550PS V8 petrol engine. This year also marks the 21st anniversary of the introduction of the exclusive Autobiography designation.

Speaking about Land Rover at the Dubai International Motor Show, Bruce Robertson, Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover MENA, commented “Land Rover has witnessed a remarkable year with introductions of new and exciting vehicles like the Discovery Sport and the Range Rover Sport SVR, which continue to receive an outstanding response both globally and regionally. With such positive feedback from our customers we are now extremely excited to regionally reveal the Range Rover SVAutobiography at the Dubai International Motor Show alongside some of our most popular Land Rover products including the Range Rover Evoque, the LR4 and the Land Rover Defender.”

“Land Rover is thrilled to continue its celebration of Range Rover’s 45 year anniversary at the motor show.”

Premium car manufacturer Jaguar has announced plans for the regional launch of its much anticipated Jaguar F-PACE performance crossover at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show. The launch vehicle will be just one of a number of exciting showcases at the Jaguar stand which will be featured alongside the latest models including the all new Jaguar family of saloons and the award winning Jaguar F-TYPE Coupé.

Celebrating its exciting future and rich 80-year heritage at the show, Jaguar will be unveiling the all-new Jaguar F-PACE to consumers from the region for the very first time alongside a trio of new Jaguar products - the enhanced 2016 Jaguar XJR and All-New 2016 Jaguar XF-S, along with the award-winning New Jaguar XE-S.

The Jaguar F-TYPE R Coupé will be showcased in the Bloodhound Rapid Response livery. The actual Jaguar F-TYPE R Coupé Bloodhound Rapid Response (RRV) is one of the cars supporting the Bloodhound world land speed record attempt.

Speaking about Jaguar’s participation at the Dubai International Motor Show, Bruce Robertson, Managing Director of Jaguar Land Rover MENA, said: “Jaguar’s 80th year has been a monumental one of transformation for the brand on both a global and regional level, from the introduction of the All-New Jaguar XE, to the launch of the All-New 2016 Jaguar XF and now the reveal of the newest addition to the family, the F-PACE.

INNOVATIVE DESIGNS AWAIT LEXUS VISITORSAl-Futtaim Motors, exclusive distributor of Lexus in the UAE, has chosen the Dubai International Motor Show for the regional premier of a brand new vehicle which is slated to redefine its segment with its new design and cutting edge technology that embody the energy and engineering Lexus will be delivering in the coming years.

Visitors of the Lexus 1,200 m2 stand at Sheikh Saeed Hall 1 of the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre will get the chance to check the luxury brand’s latest innovation, performance and design related offering, through its latest line-up of SUVs, Sedans, Crossovers and Hybrid vehicles.

“We have always believed in the importance of the Dubai International Motor Show as a launch platform for our premium vehicles and as a great venue to showcase our innovative and out-of-the-box design philosophy,” said Chris Buxton, General Manager of Lexus Sales at Al-Futtaim Motors.

Lexus has also chosen the show to display prototypes of Sense-Wear, a collection of sense-oriented garments and accessories created by two UAE-based Italian designers who won this year’s global Lexus Design Award at the Milan Design Week.

“Lexus’ mission goes beyond the product itself and through initiatives such as the Lexus Design Award and Lexus Short Films competition we are trying to engage the young generation and inspire young people in the UAE in surprising ways.”

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Luxury car maker Rolls-Royce usually pulls out all of the stops when it comes to the Dubai Motor Show, and this year is no exception – with three regional reveals scheduled.The show will mark the first public appearance in the region of the Rolls-Royce Dawn, which made its debut at Frankfurt in September.

The company says the Dawn is “the world’s only true modern four-seater super-luxury drophead” open top car made, and that its design teams were guided by the words of company co-founder Sir Henry Royce to “Strive for perfection in everything you do. Take the best that exists and make it better. When it does not exist, design it. Accept nothing nearly right or good enough.”

While the Dawn is based on the Wraith coupe, Rolls-Royce says 80% of the exterior body panels are unique to the open top car “to

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accommodate an evolution of Rolls-Royce’s design language and to encapsulate highly contemporary, four-seat super-luxury drophead architecture.” In fact, the only carryover exterior parts from the Wraith are the doors and the grille surround.

Rolls-Royce claims the roof of the Dawn delivers the silence of a Wraith when up and operates in almost complete silence in just over 20 seconds at a cruising speed of up to 50 km/h.

Working with a fabric roof configuration, the Rolls-Royce engineering team set themselves a challenging goal which they were unwilling to compromise on – to make the quietest convertible car in the world today. This quest for silence applied to all aspects of the engineering of the new roof and by extension the new motor car.

Firstly, the passengers’ on-board aural experience roof up and roof down while in motion had to be pure Rolls-Royce. The design of the roof had to be graceful, beautiful and sensuous whilst remaining one of the largest canopies to grace a convertible car. Indeed, the Dawn’s roof is the second largest fabric roof applied to a current production car, second only to that of the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe.

Torsten Mueller-Oetvoes, Chief Executive Officer, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars , said; “Our new Rolls-Royce Dawn promises a striking, seductive encounter like no other Rolls-Royce to date, and begins a new age of open-top, super-luxury motoring. Dawn is a beautiful new motor car that offers the most uncompromised open-top motoring experience in the world. It will be the most social of super-luxury drophead motor cars for those who wish to bathe in the sunlight of the world’s most exclusive social hotspots. Quite simply, it is the sexiest Rolls-Royce ever built.”

Deliveries on the new Rolls-Royce Dawn commence in the second quarter of 2016.

Two other Rolls-Royce models will also be revealed at the show. The company says the “one of one” bespoke editions include: The Phantom Coupe ‘Tiger’ and The Ghost ‘Golf ’. The company couldn’t elaborate on details ahead of the show.

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Al-Futtaim Motors, exclusive distributor of Toyota in the UAE, will have something for everyone at the Dubai International Motor Show, whether they are thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies, eco-conscious motorists or fans looking for the latest cars and technologies updates from Toyota.

Guests will have the chance to see regional premiers on the 15,000m2 stand, while also going on a trip down memory lane with the heritage of Toyota vehicles, witnessing today’s line-up of Toyota cars and getting a glimpse into the future of Toyota technology.

“The Dubai International Motor Show is a great platform for us to showcase not just new vehicles, but also new technology that we believe will change the world of motoring as we know it. With hybrid and fuel-cell technology on show, we hope visitors

TOYOTA AND AL-FUTTAIM SET FOR IMPRESSIVE SHOWwill get a glimpse at how Toyota has evolved the way it builds cars,” said Saud Abbasi, Managing Director, Al-Futtaim Motors.

The stand will feature the latest line-up of Toyota vehicles, while also featuring a heritage zone and a hybrid zone. Also in line with its philosophy of injecting fun and excitement, Toyota will have an impressive outdoor activation that guarantees thrill and excitement to all of the show’s visitors, in an experience unlike any other.

“On our 60th anniversary, we have brought with us all the showstoppers for this year’s Motor Show. As part of the fabric of this nation, Al-Futtaim Motors has evolved to meet the needs of the country and its citizens, and our pioneering cars, along with our future technology, will continue to move the nation and usher UAE mobility into the future,” added Abbasi.

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AS A CO-FOUNDER OF THE LAND ROVER OWNERS UAE group, Manuel is a keen explorer of the region’s deserts and mountains in his specially equipped Land Rover Defender 90. Manuel will be at DIMS to take part in this year’s ‘Ignition Live Talks’, where he will be sharing a number of informative talks including teaching the basics of planning an overland expedition, as well as the technical requirements necessary for taking your vehicle off-road. Before that though we were able to catch up with Manuel to preview some of the useful info he’ll be sharing during his talks, including the secrets to planning a successful expedition to what to do when you’ve broken down in the middle of the desert.

What would you say are the most important things to consider when planning a serious off-road expedition in the region?It might be in the German mentality, but I always expect the worst to happen and try to be prepared for it. That can be a technical incident, or simply not being able to cover enough distance or having enough food, petrol and water. Every longer trip over a couple of days and especially into unknown terrain needs a detailed preparation for the vehicle, route and equipment.

You’ve taken your Land Rover all over the Middle East, so what would you say has been the most remarkable expedition you’ve been on so far?It wouldn’t be fair to single out a specific country since all of them have had amazing things to explore and discover. For example, even if you feel you know the UAE pretty well, it still has so much more to discover than what’s been written about in books. However, probably one of the most remarkable trips was a round trip around Saudi Arabia, a very unknown country with is usually difficult to enter by car for non GCC locals, but which has an amazing and diverse landscape with endless historical places to explore.

What important lessons have your experiences off-roading through the Middle East taught you?Expect the unexpected – besides safety precautions. Going further beyond the beaten track can open up some amazing discoveries of region’s history and landscape, but the further you head away from civilisation, the better it is to be aware of it. We often forget that we are venturing into one of the harshest environments without access to support services, food or water. Also, the less cars that are travelling with you, the more important it is to be independent. When you’re in Saudi Arabia, being able to make a Satellite phone call to a friend with a Defender wiring diagram in his head can really help you when you’re trying to track down an issue with your fuel system in the middle of nowhere.

What is it you most love about your Land Rover Defender 90?It’s a box on four wheels. All boxes fit nicely inside without losing any space. The short wheelbase makes it very manoeuvrable and capable off road. It’s an agricultural vehicle, which can take a real beating without sustaining damage and risking you getting stranded. Fewer electrics inside also means that less can go wrong, and if things do go wrong it usually won’t fully immobilise the car to the point where you need a garage to fix it. For example, when my front differential failed on one of our drives, we took one of the propeller shafts out and kept driving to the next city and were

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able to replace it within 4 hours using our on board tools at the road side. Besides that, the car has been modified over the years to be more capable and robust with an uprated drivetrain, suspension and engine.

Is there any exciting news coming up for the Land Rover Owners UAE group?The group was started by four of us some years ago to give like-minded people the opportunity to discuss and experience these great vehicles. Since then the group has grown to 700 members with a lot from other countries in the Middle East. While we will continue to give new members the chance to learn from our more experienced ones about safe off-roading, recovery workshops and enjoyable drives, we are also planning to start supporting the building of local platforms in the other countries of the Middle East in order to serve as the same valuable platform but with their own local branding.

What was the first car you ever owned?My very first car was a VW Polo with 55hp and the CL options that time, which meant metallic paint and coloured seat covers. Doing lots of music with heavy equipment, the car drove most of the time below the limit of the suspension.

What’s your favourite car you’ve ever owned and why?I would do wrong if didn’t say the Defender 90, as after all these years it always has the ability to make me smile; but I do remember a Audi A3 3.2l I had back in 2007 which made me smile as well due to the fast shifting gears, agile and powerful straight engine. It was probably the opposite of the Defender – and good fun on the German autobahn.

How do you feel about the rise in automobile technology? For example, would you ever have a self-driving car and how do you feel about entrusting your safety to a machine?An interesting question. Technical evolution is part of our life and we can’t and shouldn’t stop it. Technology is pushing the capabilities of our vehicles further and further and almost beyond a human’s ability to control a car. This technology is beneficial for safety to a certain extent, but it also means being even closer to our physical limits, with the possibility that it could possibly fail without giving us the ability to control the car’s behaviour. Another aspect is the possibility of immobilization that we face on our trips. Modern cars loaded with support systems are amazingly capable – until they fail and can only be fixed in the garage. This is not something you want when being on long trips away from workshops.

What do you feel will be the biggest upcoming innovation for automobiles? For example what upcoming innovations in off-roading are you most excited about? With off-roading in mind, I believe less is still more since less things can go wrong. Talking about commuter cars, the most amazing future is surely the connected car for traffic optimization and especially prediction. If your on-board navigation knows where you are going together with 300 other cars, it might not drive you into the SZR traffic but over other routes. From an

ecological perspective, Tesla is on the right track with building more sustainable cars, and I’d be very keen to test drive an electrical engine in the dunes with its immediate power to the wheels.

If you could change one thing about cars and driving, what would it be?Drivers and the mentality. The road is not a racetrack and five seconds saved in traffic from changing lanes won’t make a difference to your day, while driving bumper to bumper doesn’t make anyone win either. But this will hopefully go back to your previous question, as hopefully advances in electronic support systems will prevent drivers from going beyond common sense.

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RISE OF THE MACHINESIf you want a glimpse into the future of motoring, take a look at your smartphone. It may seem an unlikely parallel, but the evolution of the telephone – from a heavy, wall-mounted box with a crank handle – to a small piece of touch sensitive glass capable of controlling your life, music, memories and future decisions – does share similarities with what manufacturers are planning for the car.

Intelligent connectivity and digitisation both in and outside of the car are going to play a growing importance on future vehicle developments. Within a reasonably short space of time, automated driving systems and assistants will gradually be phased in – slowly reducing stress on the driver and those travelling with them.

Automated driving – where the car drives itself by using onboard systems and sensors to work out where it is and where it needs to go – is one aspect. Audi has already developed a car capable of doing that. In 2014, a largely stock RS7 nick-named Bobby ran test laps around Germany’s Hockenheimring F1 track, nailing each of the 17 turns, hitting top speeds of over 240 km/h and lapping just 30 seconds slower than when piloted by a human.

While impressive, firing a car around a racetrack is a fairly simple task when compared to the monumental job of dialing that into every day driving tasks. The clinical environment of a racetrack doesn’t take into account the complexities of dealing with other cars alongside, vehicles approaching from side streets, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, street signs, traffic lights – and the multitude of other choices an automated car will have to contend with in the future. Connectivity is key to unraveling this. This is where vehicles will communicate with each other, and it’s vital is our future roads are going to be safe and co-ordinated urban arteries. It’s a major nut to crack for the automotive industry, manufacturers and road authorities around the globe, and consists of two major areas.

Car-to-car communication is probably the most important in terms of road safety, because it warns and informs the driver of potentially hazardous situations within a short space of time. It’s where the car and its safety systems are able to respond very quickly – possibly before the driver could otherwise, and maybe even before

hazards are visible to the naked eye. Think heavy fog, and the ability to penetrate the haze with forward looking scanning systems that can slow and stop the car should the road ahead be blocked.

Car-to-infrastructure will help future vehicles read information about road conditions and other hazards like construction sites and even traffic light phases to help get you to your destination the easiest and least stressful way.

While it may sound like the driver is being gradually phased out of the process, manufacturers say the emphasis is not on disengaging the driver, but on improving road safety, reducing travel times and cutting stress in the cockpit.There are other benefits too. Intelligently connecting cars to parking spaces means you won’t spend those frustrating minutes at the end of a journey scanning for an empty spot. The car will simply deposit you at the door (or specified transfer zone), then drive off and park itself. The driver can then retrieve the car at the press of a button. To manage it all, a lot of work needs to be done by local authorities and global bodies to implement secure legal frameworks and data centres. Under the Vienna Convention in 1968, wording stipulates that the driver must be in control of their vehicle at all times. A wording change in March 2014 by the working group UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) approved ammendments to the 1968 article which allow for automated driving systems to be used providing they can be switched off by the driver.

If, as a driver, this worries you – then rest assured that authorities are well aware of the complexity of the job ahead. While projects such as Bobby – and the work Mercedes-Benz has done with its self-driving commercial vehicles – is very real, and very possible, the legal implications and liabilities will take quite some time to iron out. It’s tempting to skip ahead a few years and be concerned, but it’s unlikely that customer versions of Bobby will be available in showrooms any time soon.

You can learn more about this new chapter in car development during the Connected Car Conference on November 11. You can register online by following the links at dubaimotorshow.com.

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GCC travellers love nothing more than to drive around in the green nature of Switzerland and to discover new paths and attractions.

Switzerland’s tourism authority has partnered up with the Dubai Motorshow to showcase the Grand Tour of Switzerland and to launch a great competition. The main prize is a SEVEN DAY DRIVING HOLIDAY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY, named the Grand Tour of Switzerland. A comfortable Audi, courtesy of Europcar, overnights in St. Moritz, Lugano and Interlaken and flights with SWISS, the national airline of Switzerland.

The Grand Tour of Switzerland has been designed to give true driving fans a real taste of the breath-taking Swiss mountain scenery. The 1600 km route will take guests through four linguistic regions, over five Alpine passes, to eleven UNESCO World Heritage Sites, two Biosphere Reserves and along 22 lakes. In short, an experience to the country’s most scenic and cultural highlights, strung together like pearls on a necklace.

Winners will also stay at the Grand Hotel Suisse-Majestic. The five-star hotel was built in 1870 in a “Belle Epoque” style by Eugène Jost and was entirely renovated in 2010.

It is located just in front of the railway station in the heart of Montreux. For a good rest and a relaxing moment, for a weekend or for your events, the Grand Hotel Suisse-Majestic is the ideal place.

Montreux offers a wide panel of activities like a cruise on Geneva Lake where steam boats offer marvelous trips to admire the region.

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MOTORING NOSTALGIA EXTRAVAGANZAClassic cars bring out the enthusiast in everyone whether it be a restored 1960s Mini Cooper S or a vintage Rolls-Royce, there’s something that appeals to every budget and every taste.

For the first time, a host of motoring icons will join the leading lights of the Dubai International Motor Show (DIMS) as part of the Motoring Nostalgia Museum for classic and historically significant cars.

Some of the world’s most desirable and collectible cars from the 1950s to the 1980s will add a vibrant new dimension to the show for the 100,000 plus visitors expected to pass through the Dubai World Trade Centre doors.

“This new addition to DIMS is going to be something very special,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President, Exhibitions & Events Management, Dubai World Trade Centre.

“We are aiming to make it fun, engaging and interactive by showcasing the great eras of the motoring industry that will take our visitors back in time. It opens the Dubai International Motor Show up to a wider audience who are interested in all types of cars regardless of their age. These iconic vehicles are symbols of their

generations, as well as unique pieces which represent some of the greatest years of motoring.”

A collection of the finest and most significant cars in the history of the automobile from Europe, the United States and Asia have been generously loaned from Mohammed Ben Sulayem, Tomini Classics, the Sharjah Museum and the Al Ain Classics collections as well as from a number of proud owners from the Dubai Grand Parade for the duration of the show.

Catherine Grennan, Head of Classic Car Division, Tomini Classics, said: “Tomini Classics is thrilled to have the opportunity to share our collection with the car enthusiasts who visit the Motoring Nostalgia Museum. Our display will take the visitors on a historical journey through motoring history with classics ranging from the 1950s to the 80s. We believe that the Motoring Nostalgia Museum will generate great excitement for these historically significant classics that are visually stimulating and have become the world’s most compelling asset class.”

Everything from a delectable 1951 Riley RMC Roadster with its graceful, sweptback looks that defined the immediate postwar

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Participate in open debates on the hottest topics from where best to get your ride customised, to off road routes, tips and tricks.

These are open, free-to-attend sessions hosted by influential speakers and personalities focused on sharing experiences and a passion for driving and riding.

The list of speakers is being finalised, but a lively list of debates on the cars includes discussions on motorsport trends; maintenance and safety, technology and design; tuning and the customisation of bikes and cars; drifting and dune bashing, and favoured touring routes for adventure riders and drivers.

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period through to the model that virtually coined the “supercar” phrase, the twin-turbocharged, all-wheel drive 1988 Porsche 959 will be on display in their dedicated auto alley located in DWTC’s Zabeel 1 Hall.

They will join a wide variety of cars covering the full spectrum of desire including a stunning 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, an original Land Rover, a striking 1955 300SL Gullwing Mercedes-Benz and a 1974 Ferrari Dino to name just a few.

In keeping with the family friendly feel, visitors to Motoring Nostalgia will be able to take guided tours from resident experts, enjoy street food cuisine from Food Trucks and enjoy retro music down memory lane throughout the five days that take enthusiasts back to the golden age from 1950s Rock ‘n Roll to the Swinging Sixties and beyond. Visitors will also have the opportunity to hear forums covering topics such as how to buy and register a classic car in the UAE.

Master craftsmen will showcase their skills and interest for disciplines including leather stitching, to a cobbler at work as well as artists painting, all of which shows an appreciation for classic cars as a lifestyle just as much as a beautiful motor vehicle.

Classic British marque The Alvis Car Company plans to make a major impact at the Dubai International Motor Show with its Model 4.3, a modern interpretation of its classic 1930s design.

The company resumed production of the Alvis 4.3 Litre model in 2010, 72 years after the last one was produced, after scanning the original blueprints and reproducing the six-cylinder engine to 1936 designs but utilising modern technology for emission compliance as well as delivering even more power.

This Alvis model was the fastest non-supercharged production car of its day, and the all-British “Continuation Series” – the name the

company has given the new cars - live up to that heritage. Company records show that 240 cars were originally ordered, but 77 were never completed. The Continuation Series has been designed to fill in that gap. It’s limited to just 77 cars worldwide and will, once sold out, fulfil the original intention of the Alvis Board.

The company is now owned by Alan Stote who bought it in 1994. Alvis’s sister company Red Triangle restores classic Alvis models and has produced replacement parts for owners for over 40 years. Mr Stote will participate in the live talks that form part of the Motoring Nostalgia section of the motor show.

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