The Sandy Times

The Art Of Escaping: One Sunday, One Porsche, And Zero Regrets

Sometimes the best way to clear your head is to drive a 911 into the mountains and pretend your inbox doesn’t exist

by Sofia Brontvein

7 Oct 2025

McLaren Artura Spider: Beauty Over Use, British Brilliance Over Practicality

If you buy a McLaren Artura Spider, you are declaring that you live for breath-taking speed, arresting geometry, and sheer presence more than grocery runs or fitting bikes in trunks

by Sofia Brontvein

18 Sept 2025

Sport

Why Is Everyone So Obsessed With Formula 1 In 2025?

Kudos to Brad Pitt and co

by Sophie She

3 Sept 2025

Sport

Formula 1 2025: New Rules, McLaren Rising, Hamilton In Ferrari Red

Why is this year’s race more special than ever?

by Alexandra Mansilla

28 Jul 2025

Dubai

How To Get a Driving Licence In The UAE? A Step-by-Step Guide

How long does it take? How much does it cost? What is the process like? Get all the answers

by Barbara Yakimchuk

2 Jul 2025

Interview

Desert Roads & German Precision: Volkswagen’s New Vision For the Gulf

The Sandy Times talks to Matthias Ziegler about Volkswagen’s evolving Middle East journey — from SUVs to cultural ties

by Sofia Brontvein

13 Jun 2025

Interview

Drive Like a Goddess: Meet Arabian Gazelles, the All-Women Supercar Club

See how the Middle East’s first all-women supercar club is changing perceptions of women in motorsport

by Alexandra Mansilla

15 May 2025

Saudi Arabia

The Rise Of Formula 1 In Saudi Arabia: From Dream To Reality

F1's next level? Buckle up for Jeddah to Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia's F1 revolution

by Iffat Nawaz

8 May 2025

Art

Driven By Art: BMW Art Cars In Talk With Dr Thomas Girst

Prof Dr Thomas Girst about his favourite Art Car, the future of co-creation, and what stood out at Art Dubai

by Dara Morgan

7 May 2025

Restaurants

Art

Planning Eid Weekend? Explore Slow Life By Porsche

Enjoy an immersive journey by Porsche at Villa 515 from March 30 to April 3

by Sophie She

28 Mar 2025

The UAE’s Electric Future: NIO Joins the Revolution

NIO arrives in Abu Dhabi, marking a major step in the UAE’s push for electric mobility

by Dara Morgan

18 Dec 2024

Sport

Fast Cars, Faster Drama: F1 2024 Retold

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix rounded off the 2024 season. Here are the main highlights

by Dara Morgan

10 Dec 2024

The Most Expensive Formula 1 Cars Ever Sold

This would be a solid reason to break your piggy bank

by Dara Morgan

6 Dec 2024

Dubai

The Most Expensive Cars At RM Sotheby’s

RM Sotheby’s to host exclusive auction in Dubai in partnership with the 1000 Miglia Experience UAE

by Sophie She

27 Nov 2024

A Rainbow On Earth: Visit Emirates National Auto Museum

200 rare and unique cars near Abu Dhabi – a collection you will never see anywhere else

by Dara Morgan

24 Oct 2024

New Cars Making Waves In the Middle East: What Is Hot Right Now

Here is to the most notable newcomers on the market

by Bilal Muhammad

21 Oct 2024

Chinese-produced Cars: Which Ones Are Worth Buying And Which Ones Are Better To Skip

Here is our pick of Chinese cars to peak your interest and others to maybe think twice about

by Bilal Muhammad

30 Aug 2024

Detailing: How To Make Your Car Younger And Brighter

If you truly love your four-wheeled friend, make sure you know what detailing is

by Sofia Brontvein

21 Aug 2024

Mazda CX-90: Perfect Powerful SUV For Large Families

Our impressions from testing the newly launched three-row crossover

by Sofia Brontvein

16 May 2024