Category: Automotive

Whoever started this car window sticker trend in Kuwait is a genius. I think I first started noticing them at Marina Mall but now other malls in Kuwait are using it and even universities. Basically how it works is if you park in a place you shouldn’t park (handicap spot, over the curb, black and yellow etc..) you get a sticker stuck on your window telling you not to do it again. Doesn’t sound too dramatic but you can’t really just peel those stickers off your car since they tear apart and look horrible. Because it’s actually pretty difficult to get removed is why this is so smart.

Many people would rather get a ticket than get a sticker which is why I think cops should start using these. Anyone caught speeding? Give them a ticket AND stick this on their window. Car illegally parked? Give them a ticket AND stick this on their window. I think it would work.

I just found out from local blog Brake Banzeen that Valentino Balboni, the famous Lamborghini test driver was in Kuwait during the Concours d’Elegance. I also found out Wayne Carini from Discovery Channel’s Chasing Classic Cars was also there. Not sure how I missed them since I was there that day. Luckily Brake Banzeen spotted them and you can check out his two posts below:

Chasing Wayne Carini on Brake Banzeen
Valentino Balboni at Concours d’Elegance

I noticed one of the over sized clocks on the roads had something the other ones didn’t. If you check the picture above you can see 3 black squares underneath the clock, those are going to be lane status indicators. Basically it will probably show a green circle (O) or arrow for open and a red X for closed. I’ve seen those used mostly in tunnel entrances but I guess they will be using them here during emergencies like accidents.

I love these old videos. [YouTube]

via boingboing

There were around 30 to 40 Ferrari’s at Marina Crescent today as part of the “Italian Day”. I counted one Enzo, one GTO, three 458’s, two Scuderia’s, a 355, around three 599’s, maybe around ten 430’s and a bunch of others. There was also a section of Italian bikes and Lamborghini’s as well.

The above are currently on display in Marina Mall as part of the Concours d’Elegance. There was also an R8 (not pictured above) which was obviously not the actual car from the movie since it had Kuwaiti license plates but the rest of the cars I am not sure if they’re actual cars from the movies or not.

Today was the first day of GulfRun6 and it was exhausting. This year I’m helping them out with the video so I spent all day with a camera man walking around the track and setting up the framing for him. NegativEffect will be editing the video like last year so should turn out really good. Anyway I did manage to take some still shots with my camera, 3 of my favorite I’ve shared in this post.

This is the latest GulfRun 6 video and although it’s short it still kicks ass . I’m currently in Lebanon and get back to Kuwait on the 25th and then the following day will head out to Bahrain to catch up with the guys. If you’ve never been to a GulfRun event you should at least once. [YouTube]

The luxurious car show Concours d’Elegance is going to be held for the second time in Kuwait early next month. Like last year, it going to be an important and prestigious event that will attract people from both inside and outside Kuwait.

What is the Concours d’Elegance?
Concours is a French word meaning competition. The concept of Concours originates in 17th C. France when aristocrats used to choose their best horse carriages to parade around parks of Paris during the summer week ends and holidays. Later these traditions changed to automobiles from the 20th C. Concours today have strict regulations and cars are inspected by qualified judges. Trophy winners are carefully chosen. Each year there are numerous events which take place across the world, many of which are world famous, including Villa d’Este in Italy, Goodwood in UK, and Pebble Beach in USA. The Kuwait Concours d’Elegance is rapidly becoming a fixture in this international programme, able to attract some of the world’s rarest and exotic motorcars.

Date
February 2nd to the 6th 2011
10:00AM – 10:00PM

Location
Marina Mall interior, Marina Crescent and Marina Lawn.

There is a Ford Driving Experience taking place today (Jan 22nd) at the Kuwait International Fair Grounds. They will have brand new 2011 Mustangs which anyone can test drive. The even is open to the public from 10:30AM till 5:00PM.

Judging by the picture it looks like the Al-Zayani garage in Al-Rai is on fire. Zayani = Bugatti, Bentley, Ferrari, Jaguar and Maserati.

Thanks Nibaq

Update: It seems its the building next to Al-Zayani garage that caught fire, Al Baghali Sponge. Your Ferraris and Bentleys are safe.

Update2: And here is a video of the fire.

[YouTube]

This happened earlier today in Shuwaikh where Tilal Complex is.

Thanks Ali

The weather was pretty cold today but a lot of people passed by the Gulf Run car show at 360 Mall. I got there at 1PM, had lunch at OFK and then spent the rest of the day hanging out at the GulfRun stand. Tomorrow is the last day for the show so pass by if you can and check out all the cars. I’m probably going to be there all day again tomorrow.

The GulfRun race day is creeping up quickly just over a week left before everyone heads out to Bahrain for the two day event. Today everyone got together at the Al Falah car wash in Kuwait City to give the cars a nice rinse before applying the final sponsor stickers and heading out to 360 Mall where they will be parked the next two days for the car show.

The car show in being held at 360 Mall on Friday and Saturday (Jan 14 & 15). You will be able to check out all the cars up close, buy some Gulf Run merchandise and also raffle tickets to win some great prizes. Here is the link to the Gulf Run website [Link]

The blog Cyrographics took the video above of this SUV burning in the middle of the road. Not sure how a car suddenly bursts into flames but it seems to be a common occurrence. The picture below is of whats left of the car. More pictures and details available [Here]