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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.

Tim Elliott explores the high-octane world of luxury motoring. Joining him are Jacek Ziomek of X Motors and car enthusiast James Thomas. They discuss an ultra-fast EV charging breakthrough in China, the sale of a rare Lamborghini SVJ, and a historic 1973 Porsche 911.

Tim Elliott and X Motors’ Jacek Ziomek delve into the hypercar world as they discuss BYD’s potential entry into Formula One. This episode analyses whether the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer can challenge legends like Ferrari and Mercedes, comparing their strategy to Audi and Cadillac’s recent endeavours.

Tim Elliott and Jacek Ziomek share candid views on modern car tech frustrations. From BMW's autonomous sensor errors after a steering wheel refurbish to the "ridiculous" electronic quirks of the Maserati Quattroporte—which Jacek likens to "Italian pizza with American ketchup"—they explore why high-end engineering sometimes fails to deliver.

In this episode of Luxury Brakes, Tim Elliott and Jacek Ziomek from X Motors clash over the rise of Chinese automotive brands in the UAE, debating whether high-tech screens can ever replace "real" engineering and the raw pleasure of driving.

In this edition of Luxury Breaks, Tim Elliott sits down with Jacek Ziomek from XMotors to discuss the overwhelming presence of Chinese vehicles in modern markets. They explore the geopolitical complexities of the "price war", hidden trade imbalances, and why some customers remain deeply skeptical of the industry's rapid expansion.

On this brand-new episode of Luxury Brakes on Mira Business FM, Tim Elliott and Jacek Ziomek of XMotors analyse the strategic shift in luxury automotive design. They critique the new all-electric Ferrari Luce, exploring how former Apple design chief Jony Ive is replacing cluttered digital interfaces with tactile, minimalist precision to revolutionise the high-end driving experience.

Join Tim Elliott and Jacek Ziomek of XMotors on Luxury Brakes as they discuss the controversial world of luxury car repairs. They explore whether bespoke Bugatti parts are truly unique or merely rebranded Volkswagen items, the fall of Lancia, and why you aren’t a real car enthusiast without an Alfa.

This is the latest podcast of Mira Business FM called Luxury Brakes. Tim Elliott and X Motors' Jacek Ziomek scrutinise the evolution of modern BMWs. They explore whether the brand has lost its way, the impact of stiff suspension on driver experience, and the thrilling transition to hybrid supercars.