Being an automotive aficionado, when I first heard that Porsche will be introducing a four-door sedan, creating a visual image of it seemed difficult. Till date, I somehow find the shape unappealing, but hold on… that is only because the visual impact of the 911 is so well and truly...
My dad always believed in first impressions making the most lasting impressions, and I too, have somewhat inherited this belief. Just a few weeks ago while driving along Sheikh Zayed Road, I noticed a gleaming Honda badge in my rear view mirror making an impressive presence – that of a...
The Dubai International Motor Show held recently, was packed with car aficionados and enthusiasts. Premium couldn’t keep away from this glamorous event… For the average car enthusiast, a walk down JBR, or a drive down Jumeirah road should suffice to view the glitz and glamour of the motoring world, but...
My first 20 minutes with this engineering marvel from Mercedes was nothing less than a driver’s ultimate frustration where you are left accelerating without associated traction or momentum. Apparently the now standard distronic and speed limiting function of the new E-class was accidentally left engaged in this particular car at...
By Sudesh Shankar Re-invented Passat from the VW stable even though a mid-sized sedan, is definitely a bigger but conservatively styled German Car that’s now built in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The 2013 model of the Passat continues to deliver great value for money. It plays in the tough heart of the market, where the iconic Toyota Camry...
I had the blissful opportunity of picking up a dark amber stick-shift Nissan 370Z after returning a monstrous GT-R from Nissan after four days of insane driving on the weekend. First of all, back to driving a manual car in so many years itself posed a challenge but adding to...
The Porsche Boxster has forever lived in the shadows of the 911 since it was first introduced, I think in 1996. This mid-engine, entry level sports car has lived a reputation of being more of an accessory to the trophy wives from the Jumeirah’s and Emirates Hills in Dubai. However...
By Darin Menezes The recent changes among mid-size sedans have left some wanting, whilst others seemed to have gained ground with attractive designs and awesomely packaged features. The 2013 9th Generation Honda Accord seems to be one of those among the best and most sensible sedans, even if it...
Does Peugeot’s Sports Coupe stand up to the mighty assault from the Germans? Ashwin from Premium tries to unravel the answers. Unveiled as a concept way back at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2007, the stunning RCZ was hailed as a direct competitor to the Audi TT. Given the...
Will Peugeot’s comeback in the mid-size segment shake up a few ranks? Ashwin from Premium straps up to seek answers. Right. Let me get one hard-hitting fact straight out of the way. The Peugeot 508 is perhaps one of the best mid-size executive saloons to come out of the...
