Tag: luxury

Genesis

The Genesis of a Brand

The chief of Hyundai’s fledging high-end brand, Genesis, is confident his cars can thrive in a sector dominated by the likes of Mercedes and Audi. By Ghaith Madadha However useful the Genesis model and Centennial full-size luxury saloon have been…

McLaren 570S

The Marvelous ‘Entry-Level’ McLaren

With the more affordable 570S, McLaren clearly has the Porsche 911 and Audi A8 squarely in its sights. By Ghaith Madadha The McLaren 570S is the first in the British super car maker’s more practical and most useable entry-level Sports…

Luxury Goods in Dubai

Growth Eyed for Mideast Luxury Goods Market

While luxury goods sales remain sluggish in traditionally strong markets like Russia and China, demand for brands like Louis Vuitton and Bulgari look set to grow in the Middle East despite regional unrest, according to a recent Deloitte report. The…

Bentley Mulsanne: An Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove

Bentley once again shows the competition how to combine brute power with luxurious refinement. By Ghaith Madadha Representing both the sporting and high luxury sides of Bentley’s heritage, the Mulsanne Speed is the more powerful version of the British brand’s…

Jaguar F-Pace

A Cat for All Seasons

After years watching from the sidelines, Jaguar finally pounces into the closely-fought luxury mid-size SUV market. By Ghaith Madadha First appearing as the guise of the C-X17 concept back in 2013, the newly released F-Pace promises to be a seminal…

Jaguar F-Pace S

Jaguar F-Pace S First Edition: A Cat for All Seasons

After years watching from the sidelines, Jaguar finally pounces into the closely-fought luxury mid-size SUV market. By Ghaith Madadha First appearing as the guise of the C-X17 concept back in 2013, the newly released F-Pace promises to be a seminal…

Audi Boss Eyes Clear Road Ahead

Even with the challenges posed by low oil prices and an ongoing emission scandal, Audi Volkswagen’s regional chief Benoit Tiers predicts a bright future for his brand in the region. By Ghaith Madadha With sales of 11,000 cars, Audi said…

A Hard Horse to Tame

If you’re after driving the latest in V8 muscle car thrills, look no further than the latest Mustang. By Ghaith Madadha Creating the affordable charismatic American muscle car segment when introduced in 1964 and again spurring a retro-infused modern muscle…

Crowne Plaza

Crowne Plaza Dead Sea Resort Restaurant Reopens

Crowne Plaza’s Dead Sea Resort & Spa Reopens Burj Al Hamam Restaurant with Breathtaking Panoramic Views. Crowne Plaza Jordan Dead Sea Resort & Spa, part of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), has announced the reopening of Burj Al Hamam Restaurant, which…