Lexus LX 570 facelift launched in UAE as 2012 model
The facelifted Lexus LX 570 debuted in the United States recently as the 2013 model, but the luxury full-size 4×4 has just been officially launched in the UAE, as a 2012 model.
The facelifted Lexus LX 570 debuted in the United States recently as the 2013 model, but the luxury full-size 4×4 has just been officially launched in the UAE, as a 2012 model.
| The Good: – Great around the curves – Entertaining engine – Cool unique interior design |
The Bad: – Very pricey for its size – Rear seat fits only midgets – Rearward visibility |
The Big Boys Toys show, held at the Atlantis for 2012, from the 9th to the 11th of February, is a show involving all sorts of stuff, to put it simply. Featuring everything from cars, bikes and boats to gadgets, games and fashion, it is intended to showcase the random pleasure you can pursue if you have the money. Among the automotive displays were the Hulme CanAm Spyder at the Gillette stand, the Marchi Mobile land-yacht from Germany, the latest version of the Nissan GT-R VVIP, the DTV Shredder that acts likes an offroad Segway, the Bozzies custom bikes,
| The Good: – Exceedingly comfortable – Smooth engine – Prioritises safety |
The Bad: – Expensive with options – Average cargo room – Lacks off-road credentials |
| The Good: – Interesting styling – Comfortable ride – Astounding fuel economy |
The Bad: – Limited rear legroom – Not very fast – Pricey in top trim |
The 2012 Roush Stage 3 Mustang is now officially available at Ford showrooms in the UAE. If anyone remembers, the Roush Mustang was offered with the cheesy “The Shamal” branding last year, but this year, it will simply go as the “Roush Stage 3” Mustang, with more power for 2012.
The MEMTS Airbrush Contest, the automotive equivalent of a graphic-design competition, is back for its second year at the 3rd Middle East Motor Tuning Show, to be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from March 15 to 17, 2012. But the contest is open for registration and participation right now.
Dubai Police has just put into service a fleet of 35 Toyota Prado 5-door vehicles.
We knew it was a station wagon. We knew it had big “Emirates Gas” stickers on the sides. We knew it was going to get no respect on Dubai roads. But we specifically asked to drive this car — the 2012 Volkswagen Passat Ecofuel Variant. Because this is the only Euro-spec 2012 Passat in the country. But more specifically, it runs on CNG as well.
| The Good: – Fun power and handling – Cabin space and features – Good fuel economy |
The Bad: – Firm ride quality – Tight rear-seat access – A little weak at highway speeds |