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Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W108/W109) – Timeless German Elegance 🇩🇪✨

Spotted on Dubai roads like it never left its era.
This is the legendary Mercedes-Benz 280 SE, produced in the late 1960s–early 1970s, a car that defined luxury long before screens and sensors took over.

Powered by a 2.8-litre inline-6 engine, the 280 SE was known for its silky-smooth ride, rock-solid build quality, and unmatched comfort. Everything you see here — the chrome bumpers, clean body lines, upright stance — screams old-school class.

Back then, this wasn’t just a car…
It was a status symbol, often owned by diplomats, business tycoons, and royalty.
Even today, it turns more heads than most modern cars on the road.

Proof that real luxury never ages.

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Toyota has unveiled the all-new 2026 Hilux, marking a major update for its long-running pickup. Here’s what’s new:
• The ninth-generation Hilux now includes a fully electric version (BEV), alongside the familiar diesel and petrol engines.
• A hydrogen-powered variant is also planned for 2028, expanding Toyota’s fuel options further.
• The design takes cues from the Tacoma, featuring a more angular body, new LED headlights and a bold wordmark grille.
• Only the double-cab configuration will be offered this time, based on global demand trends.
• Inside, the cabin has been completely redesigned with dual 12.3-inch displays, physical controls for key functions and improved ergonomics.
• The electric version uses a 59.2 KWh battery, offering around 240 km of range and up to 1,600 kg of towing capacity.
• The 2.8-litre mild-hybrid diesel remains the most capable for heavy-duty work, with a towing limit of 3500 kg.
• Toyota has added modern tech such as electric power steering, ADAS features, over-the-air updates, and new driver assistance systems.
• The new Hilux goes on sale in Europe this December, with the diesel mild-hybrid version to follow next spring.