Automotive
Automotive industry news including electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology, smart mobility solutions, and car launches in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
THE NEXT COACHBUILT BENTLEY
(Crewe, 29 April 2024) On 7 May 2024, Bentley Motors will unveil the third coachbuilt Bentley of the modern era, following the exquisitely hand-crafted Bacalar Barchetta and Batur coupe. Created by Mulliner – Bentley’s in-house bespoke division and the oldest surviving name in coachbuilding – the latest member of this highly exclusive family of Bentleys will […]
Continental Technologies Ensure Greater Comfort and Safety in the Upper Mid-size Class
Continental supplies important components and products for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. With Continental’s smart device-based access solution (CoSmA for short), the technology company offers an access system that turns mobile devices such as smartphones or smartwatches into car keys. The technology enables a convenient user experience in keeping with the digital age. For the first […]
Kia unveils unique camouflage for its first-ever Tasman pickup truck
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia, April 24, 2024 — Kia has revealed an Australia-inspired camouflage wrap for the Kia Tasman, the brand’s highly anticipated new pickup truck. Kia names its first-ever pickup model after the rugged beauty and pioneering spirit of Tasmania, the island at the southernmost tip of Australia. Developed in collaboration with renowned artist Richard Boyd-Dunlop hailing from Australia and New Zealand, the unique wrap – themed around […]
BLACK BENTLEY WINGS IDENTIFY S BLACK EDITION – THE DARKER SIDE OF BENTAYGA
(Crewe, 23 April 2024) Bentley Motors announces the company’s most visually striking SUV to date, the Bentayga S Black Edition. Identified by the first application of black-tinted wings to a Bentley in 105 years, the S Black Edition combines vivid accent colours, rich black detailing and confidence-inspiring chassis technology, revealing the darker side of the […]
Nissan Formula E Team scores strong points in victorious Misano weekend
Rowland takes a victory while Fenestraz finishes in top-10 in both races MISANO, Italy (April 18, 2024) – Nissan Formula E Team scored its first victory of the Gen3 era as Oliver Rowland took the win in the first ever Misano E-Prix, while Sacha Fenestraz scored points in both races of the double-header. Starting fifth for Saturday’s race at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Rowland put in an excellent performance, showing strong pace and awareness throughout. Crossing the line in second place, Rowland became the official race winner after the disqualification of another driver. The British racer […]
Careem customers donate $170,000 over Ramadan
Riyadh, KSA – April 18th, 2024: Careem, the region’s leading multi-service app, channeled over $170,000 to regional causes during Ramadan through its revamped social impact platform for donations, ‘Right Click’. Launched on the first day of Ramadan, Right Click empowers Careem customers in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Pakistan to discover more ways to connect […]
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International Media Rally Behind OMODA & JAECOO as they Introduce
New Energy Series at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition Major media from Saudi Arabia will be travelling with OMODA & JAECOO to the global heavyweight A-grade auto shows, the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition, which will commence on April 25, 2024, at the China International Exhibition Center. The globally distinct brands OMODA & JAECOO are poised […]
Limited Edition Ford Mustang® Appearance Package Marks 60 Years of Performance and Driving Freedom
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 17 April, 2024 – Sixty years and seven generations after the Ford Mustang debuted at the 1964 New York World’s Fair, Ford is celebrating the heritage of one of the most iconic vehicles in automotive history with a limited-edition Mustang 60th Anniversary appearance package. “We took inspiration from the original Mustang and […]
A New Landscape Emerges in the Off-Road New Energy Market! JAECOO J7/J8 PHEV Set to Debut at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition
On April 25, the globally anticipated 2024 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition will grandly commence. Amidst the accelerating transformation of the new energy landscape, JAECOO, with the theme “New Energy, New Eco, New Era,” will make its appearance in Beijing, marking its debut with the J7 PHEV and J8 PHEV (plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) from its […]
Hyundai Motor Group continues success at World Car Awards with triple victory in 2024
· Kia EV9 wins 2024 World Car of the Year and 2024 World Electric Vehicle awards, reinforcing Hyundai Motor Group’s global EV leadership · Hyundai IONIQ 5 N takes 2024 World Performance Car title, marking fourth World Car Award win for the IONIQ 5 lineup in the last three years · This year’s victories take […]
The Porsche World Road Show Event has returned to Saudi Arabia, promising
Unforgettable and unique driving experiences for enthusiasts. Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – 04 April 2024 SAMACO, the exclusive agent for Porsche cars in the Kingdom, has announced the much-anticipated return of the “Porsche World Road Show Event.” This event is fully equipped to offer a distinctive experience for Porsche fans and customers, featuring a […]
LEXUS TO PRESENT “TIME” AT MILAN DESIGN WEEK 2024
Lexus returns to Milan Design Week in April, exhibiting “Time”, a pair of interactive installations featuring new and original work by two leading global designers – both aimed at illuminating the future of human-centred design from the canvas of the world’s largest design event. Since its founding 35 years ago, Lexus has continuously challenged the […]
Nissan launches new 2024 X-TRAIL N-TREK in the Middle East
An enhancement to the X-TRAIL’s position as a premium urban crossover, the N-TREK is aimed at families who are adventurous and daring. Jeddah ,Saudi Arabia (4th April 2024) – Nissan has announced the expansion of its X-TRAIL range in the Middle East with the arrival of the adventure-ready 2024 X-TRAIL N-TREK. Positioned between the SV and SL trims, the […]
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Reigns Supreme with Fourth Consecutive Safari Rally Kenya Victory
Toyota leads Manufacturers’ Championship by four points Dubai, UAE – 04 April 2024: TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) World Rally Team (WRT) has won the legendary Safari Rally Kenya for the fourth year in a row, maintaining its unbeaten run on the toughest FIA World Rally Championship round with a one-two finish. Kalle Rovanperä and co-driver Jonne […]
Nissan’s new business plan, The Arc, to drive growth and electrify markets in the AMIEO region
– Electric vehicle expansion planned for all sub-regions in AMIEO – 11 new model launches, including hero models in all sub-regions – Region sales increase planned of 300,000 units, almost a third of the global sales ambition – Alliance to support product offensive in India, Europe and Oceania through Renault/Ampere and Mitsubishi PARIS, FRANCE (April 4th, […]
Hyundai Motor Group and RSG to Drive Eco-Friendly Mobility Solutions in Luxury Resorts in Saudi Arabia
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 25, 2024 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) and Red Sea Global (RSG) have agreed to collaborate on deploying eco-friendly mobility solutions in RSG’s luxury resorts in Saudi Arabia while exploring opportunities to implement innovative future mobility solutions. The Group and RSG signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with Dongkun […]
First Look at Neue Klasse as SAV: The BMW Vision Neue Klasse X
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: A new BMW Group Vision Vehicle provides a first glimpse of the Neue Klasse as an SAV: The BMW Vision Neue Klasse X brings the aesthetics, technology, sustainability, and philosophy of the Neue Klasse to the Sports Activity Vehicles sector. The first fully-electric raised derivative on the new architecture will go into […]
Careem Rides Launches Go Donations car type in KSA enabling customers in give back to the community
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – March 21st, 2024: Careem Rides, the region’s choice for everyday reliable and convenient commuting needs through the Careem app, has announced the launch of Go Donations, a Ramadan car type in the Kingdom,through which customers will be able to donate SAR3 to Albir Society Jeddah iftar meals, with every ride they […]
New Ford Mustang: An Icon Reborn
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 20 March, 2024 – New Mustang is an icon reborn, combining razor-sharp design with the signature styling that has captured the imaginations of drivers across the globe for 60 years. The world’s bestselling sportscar features a digital cockpit supported by cutting-edge Unreal Engine computer game technology, enhanced performance, and an exhilarating […]
AMD Adaptive Computing Technology Powers Sony Semiconductor Solutions LiDAR Automotive Reference Design
ꟷ AMD Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC and Artix-7 FPGA-powered LiDAR will enhance next-generation autonomous vehicle safety for exceptional object detection and real-time analysis ꟷ SANTA CLARA, Calif. — March 20, 2024 — Yesterday, AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced that its cutting-edge adaptive computing technology was selected by Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) for its newest automotive LiDAR reference design. SSS, a global […]
Nissan and Honda to start feasibility study of strategic partnership
Partnership aimed towards a future of electrified and intelligent mobility Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (Nissan) and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) announced today that the two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding under which they will begin a feasibility study of a strategicpartnership in the fields of vehicle electrification and intelligence. To further accelerate efforts toward carbon neutrality and zero traffic-accident fatalities, it will be essential to strengthen environmental and electrification technologies as well as software development. The two companies have reached the understanding based on the belief […]
Najm organizes the second edition of anti-insurance fraud workshop in Jeddah
Sponsored by the Insurance Authority and in cooperation with the General Traffic Department Jeddah, March 19.2024 Najm for insurance service has organized a workshop in Jeddah, on Thursday, March 7.2024 that sheds light on anti-fraud in the motor insurance sector. It was held under the sponsorship of the Insurance Authority and in cooperation with the General Traffic Department. This workshop […]