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Tim Elliott is joined in the studio by Jacek Ziomek from X Motors to discuss the highly anticipated grand reopening of their brand-new, purpose-built showroom in Dubai. Tune in as they break down the brutal reality of tire wear on high-horsepower supercars, the rise of exclusive restomods like the carbon-bodied Lamborghini Gallardo and the legendary Audi Quattro comeback, new regional SUV launches...

Automotive expert Jacek Ziomek joins host Tim Elliott on Luxury Brakes to break down the latest high-performance vehicle releases, market entries, and shifting trends across Dubai and the UAE. Powered by Podeo — Listen to this episode

In this episode of Luxury Brakes, Jacek Zymek joins the studio to unpack the latest automotive headlines and industry shifts

On this episode of Luxury Brakes on Mira Business FM, hosts Tim Elliott and X Motors General Manager Jacek Ziomek dive into the latest developments in the automotive world.

Tim Elliott is joined in the studio by Jacek Ziomek from X Motors to explore the mechanics behind internal combustion engine notes, focusing on how crankshaft designs shape distinct acoustic signatures across identical engine platforms. The conversation transitions to Ferrari’s upcoming electric model, the Luce, examining its design reception, five-seat layout, and strategic positioning across the...

oin the Morning Drive on Mira Business FM for Luxury Breaks, our weekly automotive conversation [cite: 1]. In this episode, guest Jacek Ziomek from Ex-Motors drops in to chat about modern car interfaces, digital screen distractions, road safety philosophies, new showroom openings across the UAE (including Kia's move to Altair, Zeekr's Sheikh Zayed Road flagship, and Chevrolet's City Centre Mirdif...

In this segment, presenter Tim Elliott and automotive expert Jacek Ziomek (General Manager at X Motors) dive into a lively debate about Chinese electric vehicles, focusing on the newly featured XPeng P7

On this episode of Luxury Brakes on Mira Business FM, host Tim Elliott sits down with Jacek Ziomek, General Manager at X Motors, to tackle the biggest stories shaping the luxury and performance automotive world

Car ownership has long been seen as a necessity in the UAE, but that is beginning to change. New data shows more residents are choosing car sharing as cities expand smarter transport options and rethink urban mobility. Joining us on Luxury Brakes is Hasib Khan, Founder and CEO of UDrive, to discuss why demand for shared mobility is accelerating, whether owning a car still makes financial sense, an...

Live from Al-Futtaim’s largest Volvo showroom in the UAE, Tim Elliott speaks with Managing Director Carlos Montenegro about the regional debut of the fully electric ES90. They explore how Scandinavian design, human-centric retail ecosystems, 700 km range technology, and software-defined innovations are reshaping the future of luxury mobility across the Gulf.

As new BMI data flags a regional downturn in Middle Eastern automotive sales, Mira Business FM’s Tim Elliott is joined by Jacek Ziomek of X Motors. Analysing why the high-end luxury market remains bulletproof despite broader economic pressures, they discuss shipping logistics, bizarre insurance demands, and why supercars operate on a different planet.

Tim Elliott is joined by Jacek Ziomek of X Motors to unpack the latest automotive headlines. They discuss Tesla, the changing electric vehicle market, performance cars, industry trends and what the biggest developments mean for buyers, manufacturers and the future of motoring.

A radical new luxury electric vehicle has instantly sold out its premium models in China, silencing critics who slammed its bold design. Speaking on Mira Business FM, X Motors’ Jacek Ziomek defends the controversial powertrain strategy in an exclusive interview with presenter Tim Elliott as global competition heats up

Tim Elliott sits down with X Motors’ Jacek Ziomek to dissect high-stakes shifts in the luxury automotive sector. They analyse Ferrari’s executive shake-up following its electric debut and subsequent stock dip, alongside Kia’s futuristic PBV line-up launch in Dubai. Is the luxury EV market bracing for a major storm? Listen.

Tim Elliott sits down with resident supercar expert Jacek Ziomek of X Motors. They analyse a startling new media headline revealing the massive infrastructure bottlenecks and shifting consumer consumer habits currently limiting EV transition and growth across the UAE. 

X Motors' Jacek Ziomek joins Tim Elliott to break down the rapid evolution of electrified vehicles. Ziomek offers a candid critique of emergent manufacturers prioritising volume over build quality, contrasting current industry newcomers against the mature market trajectories established by automotive stalwarts.

High-octane controversy hits the luxury car sector as Ferrari reveals its polarizing first electric vehicle. Joining host Tim Elliott, X Motors' Jacek Ziomek dissects online backlash branding the five-seater family car "ugly". Yet, following traditional brand business models, rumours suggest this technological gamble is already completely sold out.

Tim Elliott sits down with Jacek Ziomek from Dubai’s X Motors to dissect Ferrari’s latest engineering pivot with the 12Cilindri. The pair also scrutinise the UAE’s domestic car market, debating why certain premium models are losing their lustre amongst local enthusiasts.

Tim Elliott sits down with Mr. Khan, host of DGR Arabia, and Jacek Ziomek from X Motors to discuss the global movement arriving in Dubai on 17th May. This special edition of Luxury Brakes explores turning a passion for motorcycles into a vital platform for raising awareness and funds for prostate cancer research and men's mental health.

Industry expert Jacek Ziomek of X Motors joins Tim Elliott to scrutinise BYD’s ambitious 1,000-brake-horsepower hypercar. As the Chinese automotive giant unveils its futuristic "Denzze" project in San Francisco, the pair debate revolutionary 1,500kW flash-charging technology and whether European safety standards will hinder this high-speed EV's global launch.

Tim Elliott and Jacek Ziomek of XMotors unpack the rise of simulated acceleration noise in electric vehicles. As brands prioritise refinement and innovation, are they diluting driver connection? A business-minded discussion on customer perception, product strategy, and whether EVs can deliver both technological progress and genuine driving engagement.

This episode explores the rapid evolution of World of Bikers from a local chat group into a burgeoning global platform. Founder Victor King and X Motors' Jacek Ziomek join Tim Elliott to discuss international rallies, the digitisation of endurance certifications, and the future of the all-in-one biker ecosystem.

Is the physical car dealership becoming obsolete? Abhinav Gupta, CEO of Cars24 Arabia, and Jacek Ziomek of X Motors join Tim Elliott for a heated discussion on the future of buying. They debate whether live video test drives and purely digital transactions can ever truly replace the traditional "touch and feel" experience.

Former Scuderia Ferrari engineer Gianluca Pilot joins Jacek Ziomek and Tim Elliott to discuss the stratospheric standards of Formula One. From working alongside Michael Schumacher to transforming Yas Marina Circuit into a global benchmark, they explore the intense focus and elite preparation required to deliver world-class automotive experiences.

In a region gripped by the geopolitical fallout of the US-Israel conflict, the luxury market faces its ultimate test. Jacek Ziomek of X Motors joins Tim Elliott to reveal how Ferrari is defying logistical disruptions.