Dubai
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It seems like the Dubai police department wants all the toys. It already has a fleet of mesmerizing supercar patrol cars, and now it has begun to test hoverbikes. Like something straight out of a science-fiction film, the hoverbikes are vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) vehicles with four rotors and an electric powertrain. CNN reported last Thursday the Dubai police department will continue tests as it aims to incorporate the hoverbikes into the force. The goal is to form a first-responder unit to reach areas that are difficult to access. The accompanying video shows a hoverbike in action...
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Digital license plates could flash "stolen," warn about accidentsLicense plates will receive a 21st-century makeover in Dubai as the emirate prepares to launch a trial for digital license plates. Among the many features, the plates could even notify onlookers a particular car has been stolen after a theft. The plate could quickly update to flash "stolen" instead...
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World's Most Expensive RV Sold In Dubai
At $3 million, the EleMMent Palazzo is reportedly the world's most expensive RV.
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Acura NSX Abandoned In Dubai Gets Sold For Spare Parts
There seems to be no end to the number of exotic supercars being found left abandoned in the harsh conditions of the Middle East. Two of the more notable examples include this Ferrari Enzo currently sitting in a police impound lot in Dubai, as well as this Jaguar XJ220 left in the Qatari desert...
Viknesh Vijayenthiran -
Porsche Design Watch Is Yours For $270,000
While it’s not quite as expensive as the diamond-encrusted $2.9 million Hublot BB, $270,000 for a watch is still mighty expensive when you consider what else can be bought for the money. But then again, the people buying such lavish items don’t normally think in the same way that you or...
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Only Ten Aston Martin One-77s Left, Dealer Ads Start Showing Up
Reports came out last year claiming that the stunning new Aston Martin One-77 supercar, which is being produced in a limited run of just 77 cars, had been sold out within months and that 10 of the cars were going to just one buyer from the Middle East. While these reports later proved to be untrue...
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Matt gold on the aluminum body of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG together with striking highlights in high-gloss black give the car a very unique look.
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Mercedes-Benz Offers Sharia-Friendly Financing In Middle East
Islamic law, or Sharia, prohibits its followers from charging or collecting interest fees when money is lent or accepted.
Viknesh Vijayenthiran
