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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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Episodes
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Exclusive: Max Verstappen on the uncertainty of the 2026 season
Saturday, 24 January 2026
24 Jan 2026. Damien catches Max Verstappen at the launch of the Red Bull Formula 1 team in Detroit, where the Motor Show was dominated by Ford and other all-American OG carmakers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fix it or Flip It: Have modern cars become boring?
Saturday, 24 January 2026
24 Jan 2026. Naz and Damien reflect on newer cars and ask - have they sacrificed character for convenience? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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2026 Car Predictions: Will Chinese cars win?
Saturday, 10 January 2026
Damien and Naz share their car predictions and resolutions for 2026, and Auto Data's Sebastian Fuchs share some data on used cars for 2026. And finally, we tell you all about the DSF Auto Season, and where to look for flash sales. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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New Year, New Car?
Saturday, 10 January 2026
Is it worth buying a new car in 2026? Damien and Naz give you impartial car advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Motor Mania Roundtable: The best and worst of the car world in 2025
Saturday, 27 December 2025
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fix it or Flip it: How to register a classic car
Saturday, 27 December 2025
27 Dec 2025. Listener Ziad texts in to ask how to register his Fiat Barchetta 2001. Plus, valuations for a USA-specs Jeep Wrangler, and valuations for a Mazda CX9, an Audi A3 and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Driving around the desert in the new Denza B5 with BYD's top boss Stella Li
Saturday, 27 December 2025
27 Dec 2025. BYD's upmarket SUV brand Denza is soon to launch in the UAE, and Damien gets to test drive the D5, with BYD Executive Vice President Stella Li riding shotgun to tell him more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Damien's Classic Car Roundtable
Saturday, 13 December 2025
What's the appeal of classic cars, in a world where the newest and fastest are considered the best? Damien breaks it down with our first ever classic car roundtable: Marion Englert from the organising team of 1000 Miglia Gaurav Dhar, the man behind the Numero Uno Collection Assyl Yacine, the founder of Speedbird Cars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The verdict on the Mustang Mach-E
Saturday, 13 December 2025
Damien test drives the Mustang Mac-E down under with Saudi journalist Jameel Azher. Plus, Naz prices your car while bashing dunes in Liwa with Porsche Centre Abu Dhabi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Icons of Porsche: The stories behind the cars
Saturday, 22 November 2025
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The all new Ford Mustang Mach-E: coming soon to the UAE
Saturday, 15 November 2025
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 into automotive celebrities. Finally, Damo chats to Cihan Sel, the creator of a special motorbike called Eleven, a passion project now brought to life on Dubai's roads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fix it or Flip it: Landcruiser Adventure V Everest Sport: An unfair comparison?
Saturday, 15 November 2025
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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One for classic car enthusiasts: the inaugural Bahrain Concours
Saturday, 1 November 2025
01 Nov 2025. Damien finds out all about the first ever Bahrain Concours. Vice Chairman Amir Al Khan tells us what we can expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fix it or Flip it: How often should we change car batteries?
Saturday, 1 November 2025
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Fix it or Flip It: Was my Volvo purchase worth it?
Saturday, 18 October 2025
18 Oct 2025. Damien and Naz weigh on on whether a listener's Volvo purchase was worth what he paid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How cars get imported from the US
Saturday, 18 October 2025
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Chery's Zaher Sabbagh on the rise of Chinese cars in the UAE
Saturday, 4 October 2025
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is car brand loyalty dead?
Saturday, 20 September 2025
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EV Charging Without Cords
Saturday, 6 September 2025
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, Managing Director, Cadillac International Operations & Middle East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Which supercar is sold out for the next nine years?
Saturday, 23 August 2025
23 Aug 2025. Damien and Naz tell you which supercar you can't buy, no matter how much cash you have, because it's sold out for the next decade. Plus. Damien reviews the new Lexus LC500, and chats with avid biker Victor King, who's bringing the bikers' community together through his newly founded group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Honda boss on EVs, hybrids, smart tech!
Saturday, 9 August 2025
09 Aug 2025. Damien Reid sits down with Raj Johal, General Manager of Business Development & Marketing at Honda Motor Company for Africa and the Middle East, to talk about Honda’s unmatched legacy in cars, bikes, planes and more. We look at the surge of Chinese car brands in the UAE, reveal which EV just smashed the Lucid’s world record range, and Damien shares his full review of the new Volkswagen Golf GTI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cruise control or driver error?
Saturday, 26 July 2025
26 Jul 2025. Damien Reid and Naz Chaudry unpack the week’s car news - from cruise control crash claims to a 1,200km EV. Plus, Damien reviews Toyota’s hybrid Land Cruiser and Lexus LX700h. And Alan Boyter returns with his Dubai Ducati, chasing a land speed world record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Damien and Naz drive the record-breaking Porsche GT Turbo
Saturday, 12 July 2025
Damien and Naz take the all new record-breaking Porsche GT Turbo out for a spin. Here's everything you need to know about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EV battery swapping: a good alternative to charging?
Saturday, 28 June 2025
Damien checks out Nio's battery swapping station, plus: Naz and Damo review the all-new Tesla Model Y And Jacques Brent, MD of Toyota and Lexus, fills us in on the companies' plans to See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Is it hard to ensure electric cars?
Saturday, 14 June 2025
Damien and Naz are flooded with questions about insurance for electric and Chinese vehicles. Is it more expensive? What can bring the premiums down? And a new platform launches promising to make buying and selling cars headache-free. Brothers Max and Charlie Lovett tell us more about CarabiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Zeekr boss talks EV care and upmarket Chinese cars
Saturday, 31 May 2025
Roberto Colucci, the Director of EVs at AW Rostamani Group, tells us about Zeekr's competitive edge, and what you need to do to look after your electric vehicle amidst soaring temperatures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Exeed boss on Chinese cars, range extenders and Trump's tariffs
Saturday, 17 May 2025
Al Ghurair Motors CEO Oscar Rivoli tells Damien all about Exeed's range of saloons and SUVs, and the technological capabilities of Chinese cars and how Donald Trump's tariffs affect the carmaker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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General Motors' Jack Uppal on EVs, China and brand new Corvette
Saturday, 3 May 2025
Damien catches up with Jack Uppal, the President and Managing Director of General Motors Middle East and Africa. They talk EV chargers, the Chinese market and his latest ride, the yet to be released Corvette ZR1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Getting to know Al-Futtaim Automotive's VP Antoine Barthes
Saturday, 19 April 2025
Barthes shares his expert insight on the state of EVs, the secondhand car market and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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An unexpected on-air call from Dubai Police
Saturday, 19 April 2025
After producer Zeena shared her fender bender story on air, she got official advice from our coolest caller yet - Major Salem Al Amimi from the Dubai Police General Traffic Directorate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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