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Gaurav Prakash

Gaurav is the co-founder of Social Kandura. An entrepreneur, petrolhead and self-confessed tech nerd, he covers what's new in Dubai, from cars and gadgets to the city's latest openings.

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Chery Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV review, the plug-in hybrid SUV in the UAE
Automotive

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV Review: A Feature-Packed Family SUV

Our Chery Tiggo 8 Pro PHEV review: a 1.5 turbo plug-in hybrid with up to 1,000 km of range, an AI voice assistant...

2025 Nissan Patrol review, the Platinum edition in Dubai
Automotive

2025 Nissan Patrol Platinum Review: Better Than the Y62?

Our 2025 Nissan Patrol review: a 400 hp plus V6 turbo, air suspension, 22 inch wheels, a panoramic roof and a factory air...

Geely Monjaro review UAE, the SUV parked in Dubai
Automotive

Geely Monjaro Review UAE: Giving the Germans a Run for Their Money?

Our Geely Monjaro review: a 235 hp 2.0 turbo, Volvo co-developed specs, self-parking and a 540 degree camera, driven in Dubai.

Car insurance flood damage UAE interview with the PolicyBazaar Middle East CEO
Automotive

Car Insurance and Flood Damage in the UAE: What Is Covered?

Does car insurance cover flood damage in the UAE? The PolicyBazaar Middle East CEO explains third-party vs comprehensive cover, parked cars and home...

Sheikh Zayed Road history, the E11 highway through Dubai
Automotive

Sheikh Zayed Road Story: How the E11 Changed Dubai Forever

Sheikh Zayed Road history: from 1970s sand tracks to a single carriageway in 1971 and the up to 14 lane E11 that runs...

Tesla Cybertruck UAE first look, the stainless steel pickup on display
Automotive

Tesla Cybertruck UAE: Our First Look at Tesla’s Wild Pickup

Tesla Cybertruck UAE first look: the stainless steel body, powered tonneau, camping features and rear-wheel steering, seen up close in Abu Dhabi.

Maxus D60 review Dubai, the seven-seater SUV from the front
Automotive

Maxus D60 Review: The 7-Seater Everyone Is Ignoring in Dubai

Our Maxus D60 review: a feature-packed seven-seater with a 7-speed DCT, 10.1 inch screen, sunroof and third row, tested in Dubai.

GWM Tank 700 review UAE, the black luxury SUV on the road
Automotive

GWM Tank 700 Review UAE: A Luxury SUV That Means Business

Our GWM Tank 700 review: a 3.0 litre twin-turbo V6, three locking differentials and a Nappa leather cabin, tested on UAE roads.

RTA AI-powered driving test system for learner drivers
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai Introduces AI Driving Tests With Automated Results

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced the next generation of its Smart Test System (STS) for light-vehicle yard driving tests. Announced...

Driving in Dubai? These Truck Restrictions Start October 1
AutomotiveLocal News

Driving in Dubai? These Truck Restrictions Start October 1

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police will introduce truck movement restrictions across several roads and areas in Dubai from October...

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