Automotive
Automotive industry news including electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology, smart mobility solutions, and car launches in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Hyundai Motor Ascends to Global Top 30 Spot
with $23 Billion Brand Valuation in 2024 Interbrand Rankings · Hyundai Motor Company’s brand value increased by 63 percent in five years, marking the 14th consecutive year of increasing brand valuation · Key growth factors include global initiatives embodying Hyundai Motor’s vision of ‘Progress for Humanity’, increased competitiveness as a global top automaker, and expanding […]
Jetour Continues Its Success in the Saudi Market for 2023 and 2024 Under the Leadership of National Motors Supplies
The Jetour brand, under its exclusive agent “National Motors Supplies,” continues to enhance its outstanding performance in the Saudi market and achieve remarkable success during 2023 and 2024, solidifying its position in the Chinese car market and the SUV segment. Jetour’s exceptional performance in 2023 marked a significant leap, as it topped the list of […]
Wallan Trading Company and ZEEKR Open the First ZEEKR Showroom for Premium Electric Cars in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, 22 October 2024 — Wallan Trading Company, in partnership with ZEEKR, has officially opened the doors to the first ZEEKR showroom on the Northern Ring Road in Riyadh. The opening ceremony was attended by Fahad Al-Wallan, Chairman of Wallan Holding Company, alongside Mr. Cannon Wang, Managing Director of ZEEKR MEA Region, as well as senior […]
Celebrating 35 years with stories from the early years – The pioneering INFINITI FX
YOKOHAMA, Japan – In honor of INFINITI’s 35th anniversary, today we look back on the FX, sharing lesser-known details about the model that helped create the coupe-crossover segment. Arriving at retailers across North America in early 2003, the FX combined aggressive styling, impressive performance and handling, and luxury car comfort into one revolutionary package. A ‘cool fusion’ comes to life […]
Nissan Formula E Team unveils updated livery ahead of Season 11
Rowland and Nato launch GEN3 Evo campaign at new state-of-the-art workshop PARIS, France (October 20, 2024) – Nissan Formula E Team is excited to unveil its updated livery for the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with the squad prepared for the first campaign under the new GEN3 Evo regulations. For the upcoming season, Nissan Formula E […]
Ford strengthens regional motorsport with addition of Mattias Ekström for 2025 Dakar Rally
Riyadh, KSA, 21 October 2024: Rooted in its strong ties to motorsports in the region, Ford Performance welcomes world-renowned rally and off-road driver Mattias Ekström, who will be joining its team for the 2025 Dakar Rally and thus completing the driver lineup. Ekström, a two-time DTM champion, World Rallycross champion, and experienced rally raid competitor, will join Mitch Guthrie Jr, Nani Roma, […]
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Middle East Spare Parts Warehouse Launches: Delivering Fast Response and Efficient Support
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, October 17, 2024 Chery has officially opened its parts warehouse in the Middle East, offering more convenient and efficient after-sales support to consumers in the region and surrounding areas. This new facility underscores Chery’s confidence in the growth potential of the Middle Eastern automotive market and signifies a commitment to improving parts supply […]
Abu Dhabi Gears Up for Season 2 of the Autonomous Racing League: Returns with New Teams, Upgraded Autonomous Super Formula Model, and US$ 2.25 Million Prize Pot
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 14 October 2024: ASPIRE, the innovation acceleration arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has officially launched the second season of the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL), with a confirmed race day set for 26 April 2025, at Yas Marina Circuit. A2RL returns attracting an even broader global footprint with the […]
Always Open: Unmistakable driving fun in the new MINI Cooper Convertible
Munich, 09 Oct 2024 – The new generation of the MINI Cooper Convertible rounds off the current MINI family with a model that is full of unique features. MINI presents the new convertible model that perfectly embodies the brand’s openness. “Always Open” – this traditional claim of the MINI Convertible aptly describes the model’s philosophy. The folding […]
Lucid Air Grand Touring joins Dubai Police Fleet of Tourist Security Patrols
Dressed in the force’s full livery, Dubai Police has unveiled its latest tourist police patrol Lucid Air Grand Touring, one of the most advanced electric vehicles. His Excellency Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, received a detailed handover from Faisal Sultan, Vice President and Managing Director Middle East at Lucid, at […]
Continental Named Among World’s Most Sustainable Companies
Continental has been recognized by US magazine Time and the global data and business intelligence platform Statista as one of the 500 most sustainable companies in the world for 2024. This assessment is based on a special methodology developed by Time and Statista. They evaluated a total of 5,000 companies based on their sustainability strategy […]
Budget Saudi Arabia to Become an Official Partner of AlUla Moments Calendar: A Strategic Three-Year Partnership
AlUla, Saudi Arabia – [6 October 2024] – Budget Saudi Arabia, a leading provider of car rental and leasing services including commercial vehicles in the Kingdom, has committed to a formal three-year agreement to become an Official Partner of AlUla Moments Calendar of Events. The partnership, formalised by Budget Saudi Arabia’s President & Group CEO, Fawaz […]
New McLaren W1: the real supercar
The new McLaren W1 is the ground-breaking successor to two of the greatest supercars ever – the McLaren F1 and McLaren P1TM – and elevates the McLaren ‘1’ car lineage to new heights in every aspect of performance. The Ultimate expression of a real supercar, the new W1 has been created according to the McLaren ethos […]
BENTLEY SAUDI ARABIA LAUNCHES THE MOST POWERFUL MULLINER MODELS YET DEFINE PINNACLE VERSIONS OF CONTINENTAL GT, GTC AND FLYING SPUR
Visual delight and hand crafted opulence The interior of the new Mulliner models is a masterclass of craftsmanship showing painstaking attention to detail. A wide choice of new Mulliner-designed hide colour splits is further enhanced by a third accent colour in the form of a distinctive design line. The new Mulliner models are offered with […]
Jeddah Set to Welcome 300,000 Visitors at the 2024 International Motor Show:
Exclusive Launches and Global Participation Jeddah, October 01, 2024 – The city of Jeddah is gearing up to host the new edition of the “Jeddah International Motor Show” for 2024. The event will take place at the “Jeddah Superdome” from October 29 to November 2, bringing together the latest models, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced designs […]
Hyundai Motor Hits Major Milestone with 100 Million Vehicles Produced Globally
· The milestone was achieved in just 57 years, during which the company took on bold challenges and was in constant pursuit of innovation · The occasion marks ‘one step further’ toward future era of electrification · The ceremony at Ulsan Plant included the delivery of the 100 millionth and first vehicle, an IONIQ 5, […]
Ford Motor Company Appoints Andrew Gregory as Marketing Director, Ford Middle East
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 2 October, 2024 – Ford Motor Company has announced the appointment of Andrew Gregory as Marketing Director, Ford Middle East, effective from December 1st, 2024. Andrew will succeed Pedro Simoes who has been appointed as Managing Director of Ford Philippines. In his pivotal new role, Andrew will spearhead the strategic direction and […]
MOST POWERFUL MULLINER MODELS YET DEFINE PINNACLE VERSIONS OF CONTINENTAL GT, GTC AND FLYING SPUR
§ Unique design details, bespoke craftsmanship, enhanced wellness and additional technology bring pinnacle Mulliner versions of Bentley’s three new hybrid Grand Tourers § 782 PS, 1000 Nm Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrains make these the most powerful Mulliner models yet and the ultimate daily supercars § Exclusive signature features include a Mulliner ‘Floating Diamond’ front grille, […]
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Clinches Victory with One-two Finish at Rally Chile
Dubai, UAE – 02 October 2024: TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) World Rally Team (WRT) has claimed an outstanding one-two victory at the 2024 FIA World Rally Championship’s Rally Chile. Kalle Rovanperä and co-driver Jonne Halttunen secured top podium position in their No. 69 GR YARIS Rally1 Hybrid Electric Vehicle, with teammates Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott […]
Electromin: Pioneering E-Mobility and Leading the Charge in Global Electrification
Electromin, the first Saudi company to emerge as a global leader in the electrification sector, proudly marks its participation in the annual EV Autoshow for the third consecutive year, held in Al Riyadh. Demonstrating its solid footing in the e-mobility landscape, Electromin continues to offer cutting-edge solutions to clients worldwide while significantly contributing to the success […]
Hyundai Motor and Kia Partner with Misk Foundation to Foster Youth Leadership in Saudi Arabia
SEOUL/RIYADH, September 30, 2024 – Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai Motor) and Kia Corporation (Kia) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Misk Foundation to collaborate on developing youth leadership initiatives in Saudi Arabia, fostering a forward-thinking, innovative environment for the country’s future leaders. The MoU was signed in Riyadh on September 30, in a […]
Nissan Launches Innovative NissanConnect 2.0 Technology for the All-New Patrol in Saudi Arabia
The Next Evolution in Connectivity for Unmatched Mobility and Personalization Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (30 September 2024) – Nissan has released the second generation of NissanConnect in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the global launch of the All-New Patrol in Abu Dhabi. The launch of NissanConnect 2.0 debuts in the Kingdom with a range of new […]