The Brabus Edition of the smart #3 Shereen Shabnam In an era where urban mobility demands style, efficiency, and performance, the Brabus edition of the smart #3 emerges as a formidable contender. It is proof that electric mobility can be both exciting and stylish. Taking the already impressive Smart #3 and infusing it with Brabus’ signature performance enhancements and design upgrades, this high-powered compact EV offers a dynamic driving experience tailored for the urban explorer with a taste for exclusivity. With Brabus’ heritage in fine-tuning performance vehicles, the smart #3 Brabus edition brings a sportier aesthetic, sharper handling, and a more exhilarating drive, all while maintaining … Continue reading Unleashing the Electrified Performance

Shereen Shabnam In 2018, I had the honor of joining Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) as a motoring jury representing the Middle East, marking a significant step in my journey as a pioneering female automotive journalist. Having often been the only woman present at regional car launches and test drives since 1999, my goal has always been to break barriers, challenge industry norms, and advocate for the representation of professional female motoring journalists in the last 25 years. Despite producing in-depth, full-scale automotive reviews and covering the industry with journalistic integrity, many car brands initially failed to acknowledge the value of our work, particularly in the Middle … Continue reading Nissan and the Recognition of Female Motoring Journalists in the Automotive Industry

Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience as Stephen Sondheim’s masterpiece, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, graces the grand stage of Dubai Opera from February 1 to 8, 2025.  This celebrated production by Victorian Opera promises to captivate audiences with its haunting melodies, dark humor, and gripping tale of love, revenge, and redemption. Set in the shadowy streets of 19th-century London, Sweeney Todd tells the story of a wronged barber’s thirst for vengeance. After years of wrongful imprisonment, Sweeney Todd returns to Fleet Street, where he reunites with his razors and hatches a chilling plan for justice. The plot is … Continue reading A Broadway Musical Masterpiece is in Town – Sweeney Todd Takes the Stage at Dubai Opera this February

Shereen Shabnam The Volkswagen Tiguan, a global icon in the SUV segment has entered its third generation. This all-new model has launched in the GCC, bringing cutting-edge design, innovative technology, and enhanced performance to a market eager for its arrival. I recently drove the new Tiguan in Los Angeles and in Dubai and found that the new version is poised to redefine compact SUVs, blending sophistication, comfort, and dynamic capability. Volkswagen has elevated the Tiguan’s exterior with a modern and charismatic design. At the front, flat LED headlights, an illuminated horizontal strip, and a redesigned grille set a commanding tone. The bumper is sleeker, … Continue reading Luxury and Innovation: Volkswagen Tiguan