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Infiniti launches Shine in the Dark campaign for QX80 Black Edition SUV

In a bid to pay homage to the tradition of stargazing, Infiniti launched a #ShineInTheDark campaign for the QX80 Black Edition, which follows the journey of a father-son duo that venture deep into the desert to capture the stars in the night sky. The documentary-styled video package centres around Mohamad Talafha, a renowned astronomical observer at the University of Sharjah, and his desire to educate his son on the art of stargazing, a local tradition that has endured for centuries. Zaher Ayat, head of marketing at INFINITI Middle East, said, “With the #ShineInTheDark campaign, we not only wanted to showcase the features of the QX80 but also tell a story that would inspire generations to come.”  Watch the video here. 

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Rolls Royce Abu Dhabi wins the ‘engage’ award at the Regional Dealer Conference

The Regional Dealer Conference gathers all Rolls Royce Motor Cars dealerships across the Middle East and Africa and the ‘engage’ award is presented to the region’s most outstanding performing partner of the marque. The recent Dealer Conference witnessed the Rolls Royce Abu Dhabi dealership bag the ‘engage’ award. Speaking on the occasion, Tarek Moataz, General Manager of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Abu Dhabi, commented, “We are honoured to receive the ‘Engage’ award at the Regional Dealer Conference. Our clients sit at the centre of everything we do, and we are dedicated to building meaningful and lasting relationships with them, ensuring they immerse themselves in the magical world of Rolls-Royce, every step of the way. This award is a reflection of our commitment to their satisfaction and our relentless pursuit of excellence. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa for their continued support and for celebrating our work.”

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Lamborghini’s 60th-anniversary celebrations commence in Saudi Arabia

Automobili Lamborghini is hosting a series of exclusive events across the world to commemorate Lamborghini’s 60th anniversary. The Middle East had its celebrations last month, and Lamborghini Saudi Arabia organised an exclusive Lamborghini Bull Run for special VIP guests in the capital city of Riyadh on March 30th to honour the anniversary. Apart from a lavish dinner hosted by Automobili Lamborghini Chairman and CEO Stephan Winkelmann, local artist Nugamshi was commissioned to create a unique art piece on the bonnet of a Lamborghini Urus incorporated Arabic calligraphy and the fusion of Italian design and Arabic culture. Guests and customers had the opportunity to explore the various Lamborghini display cars and get a glimpse into the world of the Italian Brand. 

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The Asprey Bugatti Egg Collection is the most expensive NFT inscribed on a Bitcoin blockchain

Before becoming a hypercar pioneer, the Bugatti name was associated with luxury goods. Carlo Bugatti, the father of Ettore Bugatti, specialised in designing and manufacturing Art Nouveau furniture and once said, “The purest perfect shape of nature is the egg.” With this statement as inspiration, Aspery and Bugatti came together to develop the Asprey Bugatti Egg Collection. This will be built as a physical “objet” and generative artwork with 111 physical eggs getting linked to Bitcoin NFTs. The eggshell is carved from carbon fibre and overlaid by silver diamond weaving, which houses the iconic “dancing elephant” motif in the middle. The shell opens to reveal the Chateau Saint Jean — Bugatti’s home in Molsheim, accompanied by a Bugatti Type 41 Royale Esders stylised in silver. The art gets coded by Asprey’s strategic partner, Metagood, with prices upwards of $200,000. The artwork is said to last indefinitely as it utilises a technique of inscribing digital content on the Bitcoin blockchain. The launch of the NFT collection will coincide with the opening of Asprey Studio Gallery at the end of April 2023 with physical delivery requiring over 12 months. 

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The 2023 Easter Jeep Safari off-road rally witnesses Jeep debut seven concept vehicles in Moab

“Every year, more than 20,000 Jeep enthusiasts descend on Moab, Utah, for Easter Jeep Safari to drive in the most extreme off-road conditions,” says Jeep. This year, the 57th edition of the Easter Jeep Safari witnessed the American carmaker launch seven new concepts in the presence of Jeep fans in Moab, Utah. The seven-concept contingent comprises the third iteration of Jeep’s first BEV called the Magneto 3.0 Concept, the 470hp V8-powered Jeep Scrambler 392 concept that builds on the open-air origins of the CJ-8, the 1978 Jeep Cherokee 4xe Concept that reimagines the Cherokee in modern and electrified guise, a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe concept with a special pink-hued paint job, the 510hp Grand Wagoneer Overland concept that essentially introduces the premium SUV in unchartered territories, the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe Departure Concept with bigger tires and performance shock-absorbers and the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Sideburn Concept finished in Solar Flash Yellow. The nine-day off-road event is being organised between April 1st to April 9th this year. 

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Citroen’s Night Ride cycling experience registers a massive turnout to support the Dubai Cares initiative

The second edition of the Citroen Night Ride cycling experience witnessed over 100 cyclists padel through 30km and 50km routes in a bid to support the Dubai Cares initiative. For every participation, Citroen donated AED50 towards the UAE-based global philanthropic organisation’s efforts to promote access to quality education for underprivileged youth in developing countries. The event further allowed participants to test drive the new Citroen C5 Aircross, and team TCI had a go at the urban crossover and came back impressed with the smooth ride quality. The event was organised with the support of Al Rostamani Group, Citroën’s partner in the United Arab Emirates.

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Audi debuts Ken Block’s S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron EV drift car in the Middle East

The Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron, a one-of-a-kind race car, is currently being hosted at the Future of the Museum in Dubai. The Hoonitron EV drift car was a collaborative effort between Audi and late legendary drifting sensation Ken Block and this display marks the debut for the EV drift car in the Middle East. The S1 e-tron quattro debuted in Block’s Elektrikhana film, where it drifted through the streets of Las Vegas. All four wheels have an electric motor each to put out 670hp. The Audi Hoonitron is one of several exciting Audi show cars to be displayed for visitors courtesy of the ongoing collaboration between Audi Middle East and the museum. This EV drift car will be stationed at the Museum of the Future for visitors to view until April 2023. 

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MB&F launches a new LM Perpetual Stainless Steel watch with a salmon dial

Swiss luxury watchmaker MB&F launched its Legacy Machine Perpetual timepiece in 2015 and now the watchmaker is offering a new variation of the piece in stainless steel with a rare salmon-coloured dial. The new 44mm watch is designed to make its subdials appear as if floating above its mechanised complication with no support. The firm claims this LM Perpetual features what is likely to be the world's longest balance wheel pinion to connect that elegantly suspended balance. It runs on a fully integrated calibre comprising 581 components featuring manual winding, two mainspring barrels, and a 72-hour power reserve. The bespoke 14mm flying balance wheel is visible on top of the movement. The watch uses a default 28-day month and adds extra days as needed without having to fast-forward manually or skip days. This new timepiece retails for $192,937 via the MB&F website.