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2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric

First Drive: 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric

Mercedes-Benz has built up a sizeable EV portfolio in recent years, and the lineup will soon gain another rung via the incoming C400 4Matic electric sedan (designated W520), which goes on sale in the UAE by the end of this year.

The new-generation debutant is underpinned by Merc’s cutting-edge MB.EA platform and is backed by headline stats that include a 0-100kph dash in 4.0sec and theoretical touring range of 762km (WLTP) on a full charge.

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Lexus LC

First Drive: 2026 Lexus LC 500

The Lexus LC 500 has never followed the traditional sports-car formula. It is large, relatively heavy and considerably more focused on comfort than setting lap records. Instead, Lexus created a grand tourer that combines concept-car styling, a beautifully constructed cabin and one of the most characterful naturally aspirated V8 engines still available.

That formula has changed remarkably little since the LC first appeared, but the passing years have arguably made the car more desirable. At a time when turbocharging, hybrid assistance and electric power are becoming standard across the luxury segment, the LC 500’s high-revving 5.0-litre V8 now feels genuinely special.

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Lincoln Navigator Presidential

First Drive: 2026 Lincoln Navigator Presidential

The luxury SUV segment has become increasingly competitive, but the Lincoln Navigator has always taken a different approach from its European rivals. Rather than chasing sporty handling or lap times, it focuses on effortless comfort, isolation and making every journey feel special. With this latest generation, Lincoln has doubled down on that philosophy.

Our first drive of the all-new Navigator Presidential showed that this isn’t simply a facelift. It is a comprehensive rethink of what a full-size luxury SUV should offer, with new technology, an extensively redesigned cabin and a driving experience that prioritises refinement above everything else.

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Haval V7

First Drive: 2026 Haval V7

Chinese brands have been improving at a remarkable pace over the last few years, and Haval is one of the manufacturers leading that charge in the GCC. Sitting between the urban-focused H6 and the larger H9, the V7 targets buyers who want rugged styling and genuine all-weather capability without paying traditional Japanese or Korean SUV prices. After spending time behind the wheel, it is clear that the V7 is more than just another SUV with aggressive styling.

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Ford Mustang Mach E

First Drive: Ford Mustang Mach-E GT

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is probably one of the most controversial vehicles Ford has ever built. Not because of how it drives, but because of what it is. For decades, the Mustang badge has represented a low-slung coupe with a big engine up front and rear-wheel-drive fun. The Mach-E takes that iconic name and places it on an all-electric SUV.

Naturally, enthusiasts were divided when it was first revealed. After spending time behind the wheel of the Mustang Mach-E GT, however, one thing becomes very clear. Whatever side of the naming debate you stand on, the Mach-E is a seriously impressive performance EV.

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First Drive: 2026 Subaru Forester

First Drive: 2026 Subaru Forester

The 2026 Subaru Forester continues to follow a very specific formula – practicality, safety, and genuine all-weather capability. In a segment dominated by front-wheel-drive crossovers, the Forester stands out by sticking to its core strengths: standard all-wheel drive, high ground clearance, and a focus on usability over flash.

For buyers, that makes it an interesting alternative to mainstream SUVs, especially for those who value capability beyond just city driving. 

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Tesla Model Y

First Drive: 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range

The 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range Dual Motor AWD continues to prove why Tesla remains at the forefront of the electric revolution. It’s not just an SUV—it’s a smart, fast, and remarkably refined electric machine built around some of the best software and safety engineering in the industry.

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Skoda Superb

First Drive: 2026 Skoda Superb in Prague

The all-new Škoda Superb has officially made its Middle East debut, marking the flagship of the Czech automaker’s renewed push into the region. To experience the new model firsthand, we travelled to Prague, the heart of Škoda’s operations, to test drive both the Superb sedan and the Superb Combi, the elegant station wagon variant that remains incredibly popular across Europe.

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GMC Hummer EV

First Drive: 2025 GMC Hummer EV SUV

The Hummer nameplate is back, but not as you remember it. Gone is the gas-guzzling brute of the early 2000s. The 2025 GMC Hummer EV SUV is a bold, electric reimagining that blends military-inspired design with supertruck tech. Now available in the UAE in limited numbers, it’s marketed as the go-anywhere, do-anything EV for those who want to stand out—on-road and off.

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Lamborghini Revuelto

First Drive: 2025 Lamborghini Revuelto in the UAE

The Lamborghini Revuelto is not just a new supercar. It’s the start of a new era. Replacing the iconic Aventador, the Revuelto is Lamborghini’s first series-production hybrid — and no, it’s not some tame eco-machine. It’s still a V12-powered monster with a shocking turn of speed, dramatic design, and enough technology to make a fighter jet blush.

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