Editorial


Summer’s in and the heat is creeping up and we at ArabWheels are taking a breather, so we present you with our July/August combined issue. Just like the rest of the world, we’re going to be on break this August, and will resume with loads of material to show you in September.

For now, and when you’re in you’re climate-controlled home waiting for the searing heat of the sun to die down so you can go out and enjoy the night, we treat you to read up on your favorite subject.

On the cover, is one of this year's hottest launches, the Audi Q5. We personally can’t wait to see it for ourselves, and with that mighty yet economical engine, it’s a great way to still have fun driving without worrying about burning a barrel of oil a day. Tailing the Q5 is the Sports Coupe that underpins it, the Audi A5 recently launched in the Middle East.

A refreshing take on motoring presents itself with the Rinspeed Scuba, a 30-year old dream come true. Another special car we preview is the surprise Cadillac CTS-Coupe. One of the most promising American cars meant to come out in the near future.

One of the summer’s biggest releases will be the all new Porsche 911, with an even more potent engine embracing the marvelous direct fuel injection system while mated to a Porsche-first double clutch 7-speed transmission.

And it’s not all about reviews; we took out the cheeky Volkswagen CrossGolf and drove it around The UAE to see what it’s all about.

In Motorsport, we take a look at both the Monaco and Canadian Grand Prix, with both plenty of action yielding results that make the season a lot more fun and possibly the closest matched in decades. We also take a look at two Mediterranean WRC events that took place before the series’ summer break, an enticing championship to follow as well.

Also, read a recount of the World’s most esteemed car race, the 24 hours of Le Mans, proving also that 2008 is a stellar year in automotive competition.

Last but not least, we get to our Safety Awareness feature, which covers a very important subject this month, children and pregnant women protection. Get informed about how to best protect your family and siblings courtesy of Volvo’s diligent work in that field.

Ronald Balit
Senior Editor