The internationally acclaimed CMPi, is set to captivate car and bike enthusiasts from around the world with their recently announced festival; 'TURBO: For A Custom Nation'.

For avid motor enthusiasts looking to experience the very latest in car tuning and driving techniques, this three day event, taking place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, between 13-15 November 2008, offers fans a first-time glimpse of the very latest innovations coming out of the world's most renowned body shops and from the world's most talented tuning specialists.

TURBO will showcase custom cars and bikes shipped in from across the globe, along with the leading automotive brands from Japan, the US, and Europe. The event will see static displays brought to life through workshops offering technical advice, together with dramatic demonstrations staged in the venue's arena. Add to this; displays of high speed drifting, and the best from the world of drag racing and you have one incredible show!

Check out the latest in custom car and motorbike trends from around the world and witness everything from modified American muscle cars and luxury restyled European supercars to the fastest cars in the Far East and atypical pimped motors -- Arabic style!

Visitors will even be able to compete against each other by showing off their cars torque on the shows Dynamometer, winning prizes for the greatest horsepower. ICE aficionados can impress with their in-car entertainment systems, and prizes will be awarded for the meatiest bass, highest sound quality and best installation.

Steering the festival is none other than Dan Anslow, a true motor fanatic whose previous experience includes working for the world-famous Max Power, where he ran operations on the 70,000 visitor-strong live events.

'TURBO: For A Custom Nation' is an un-missable event for professionals, consumers, and enthusiasts alike, whether you are looking for the latest equipment to enhance your ride or just want to experience an action-packed day out TURBO has it all.

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Notes to the editor

TURBO: For A Custom Nation will run from 13-15 November, and is open to the general public.

TURBO: For A Custom Nation is organised by CMPi UAE, who are one of the four founding partners of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company.

TURBO: For A Custom Nation will cover a range of areas, providing both trade visitors and consumers everything they need to modify either their or their clients' vehicles, including;

-- Tuning and Performance (air intakes, exhausts, turbochargers; all aftermarket engine parts)

-- Restyling and Accessories (body kits, carbon fibre bonnets and spoilers, graphics, aftermarket front and rear lights, tints, paints, suspension, dress-up parts for exterior, interior and the engine-bay)

-- Car Care and Accessories (shampoos and polishes, oils and lubes etc)

-- Mobile Electronics and Technology (I.C.E. - In Car Entertainment, stereos, TV screens, DVD players, radar detectors, alarms etc)

-- Aftermarket Wheels and Tyres (chrome wheels, racing wheels, SUV wheels, and all types of tyres)

-- Tools and Maintenance (all the equipment related to the servicing, modifying and maintenance of vehicles)

-- Lifestyle Products (clothes, trainers, sunglasses, mobile phones, technology and fashion)

-- Business Services (such as specialist car and bike insurance companies and brokers)

Further information on CMPi can be found at