Automotive
Automotive industry news including electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology, smart mobility solutions, and car launches in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

Toyota Gazoo Racing Sweeps Rally Italia Sardegna Podium and Secures 2026 Titles
Toyota Gazoo Racing secured all three 2026 WRC titles after sweeping the podium at Rally Italia Sardegna, where Oliver Solberg took overall victory.

Ferrari Saudi Arabia Inaugurates New Showroom in Riyadh
Fast Auto Technic has opened a new Ferrari showroom at Canopy Plaza in Riyadh. The facility is the first in Asia and the Middle East with the brand’s latest corporate identity.

DNV Report Shows Energy-Importing Nations Scale Clean Power Three Times Faster Than Exporters
DNV reports that energy-importing nations are adopting renewables three times faster than fossil fuel exporters as energy security priorities reshape global markets.

Changan Al Majdouie Showcases HunterCaravan at Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026
Changan Al Majdouie showcased the HunterCaravan at the Saudi Falcons Exhibition 2026, featuring a 2.0L turbo engine and integrated solar power systems.

Deepal Showcases the Deepal G318 Off-Road Vehicle at Saudi Falcons Exhibition 2026
Deepal presented the Deepal G318 at the Saudi International Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026 in Riyadh, featuring four-wheel drive and an 850 km range.

Lucid Releases Air UX 3.0 Update for Lucid Air Models
Lucid has launched Air UX 3.0, bringing updated EV navigation, wider Apple CarPlay support, and redesigned controls to Lucid Air vehicles.

McLaren Automotive Returns to Saudi Arabia With Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors
McLaren Automotive partners with Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors to launch McLaren Riyadh, providing sales and aftersales operations across Saudi Arabia.

Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors Earns Ford Guest Experience Certification
Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors has earned the official Ford Guest Experience certification following an assessment of sales and service operations.

OMODA and JAECOO Expand Hybrid Vehicle Lineup in UAE
OMODA and JAECOO expand hybrid vehicle offerings in the UAE as October fuel price updates prompt motorists to review powertrain efficiency.

Toyota Introduces the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid to the Middle East
Toyota has launched the RAV4 PHEV in the Middle East, offering up to 169 km of electric city driving and advanced digital connectivity.
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Toyota Racing Secures Tenth Victory at 6 Hours of Fuji
Toyota Racing secured its tenth victory at the 6 Hours of Fuji as the No. 8 crew moved to the top of the World Endurance Championship standings.

OMODA & JAECOO to Reveal OMODA X and Hybrid Systems at User Summit
OMODA & JAECOO will unveil the OMODA X crossover and hybrid vehicle technology at its International User Summit in China this October.

Nissan Saudi Arabia Expands Market Campaign Against Counterfeit Parts
Nissan Saudi Arabia has expanded its anti-counterfeiting training to independent spare parts professionals, following the seizure of over 25,000 illicit components.

Arthur D. Little Releases GEMRIX 2026 Report on Global EV Ecosystems
Arthur D. Little has published its GEMRIX 2026 index evaluating electric mobility readiness across 31 markets worldwide, led by China and Norway.

Saudi ICT Sector Weekly Round-Up: AI Investments, Policy Updates, and Tech Launches
A weekly overview of Saudi ICT sector developments, covering startup funding, judicial technology agreements, smart transport regulations, and industrial networks.

Crown Prince Launches CEER EXOBOT Flagship Electric Vehicles
Saudi Arabia has revealed the CEER EXOBOT electric sedan and SUV, representing the first flagship models from the Kingdom’s national automotive manufacturer.

FREELANDER Schedules Global Brand Launch in Abu Dhabi for September 29
FREELANDER will hold its global brand launch in Abu Dhabi on September 29, 2026, unveiling the FREELANDER 8 vehicle.

Echelon and Applied Intuition Partner to Deploy Physical AI in Saudi Arabia
Echelon and Applied Intuition have partnered to deploy autonomous physical AI platforms across Saudi Arabia’s industrial, automotive, and logistics sectors.

Toyota Introduces Ninth-Generation Hilux in the Middle East
Toyota has launched the ninth-generation Hilux in the Middle East, featuring revised suspension mounts, dual 12.3-inch displays, and upgraded safety suites.

Hudhud Maps Launches in Saudi Arabia with Localized Navigation and Data Sovereignty
Hudhud Maps has launched as a Saudi navigation platform featuring localized geographic data, door-to-door routing, and enterprise logistics APIs.

Lucid and Bolt Partner to Deploy Autonomous Mobility Vehicles in Europe
Lucid and Bolt have partnered to deploy at least 25,000 autonomous vehicles across European cities using Lucid’s midsize platform and NVIDIA hardware.

SAL Logistics Services and CIMC Sign MoUs to Expand Saudi Supply Chains
SAL Logistics Services and CIMC signed two MoUs to develop logistics infrastructure, cargo automation systems, and warehouses in Riyadh.
