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The first-ever BMW XM.
Munich. As its 50th anniversary celebrations continue, BMW M GmbH brings us its first ever high-performance car with electrified drive system. A plug-in hybrid system comprising a V8 petrol engine and an exceptionally powerful electric motor endows the BMW XM with captivating dynamic prowess. The newly developed M HYBRID drive system, an extravagant design and the progressive luxury […]

ACCIONA OPTS FOR THE USE OF ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY IN ITS PROJECTS
ACCIONA becomes the first Spanish construction company to acquire this kind of sustainable machinery. The initiative is part of the company’s decarbonization plan. DUBAI, OCTOBER 03, 2022. As part of its commitment to mitigating climate change, ACCIONA has recently acquired electrical machinery through its Asset Management Department for use in the construction projects that the company […]
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GENESIS SERVED AS VEHICLE PARTNER OF 2022 PRESIDENTS CUP IN CHARLOTTE
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – October 3, 2022 — Genesis served as the official automobile sponsor for the renowned Presidents Cup tournament this year, a series of men’s golf matches between a team representing the United States and an International Team representing the rest of the world minus Europe. A PGA TOUR event, the tournament took place Sept. 22-25 […]

Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors Company awarded the“Best Regional Distributor” for Hyundai
“Hyundai Regional Awards 2022” Sheikh Mohamed Yousuf Naghi received the award from Mr. Unsoo Kim, President Hyundai Motor India, Middle East & Africa Strategic Region, on the sidelines of the annual Convention in Morocco held by Hyundai for its distributors in the Middle East and Africa. The company, also received a special recognition award from […]

BERNA AKINCI APPOINTED AS DIRECTOR, PBU CONSUMER FOR EMERGING MARKETS AT GOODYEAR
Akıncı will assume responsibility for driving strategic growth of the Goodyear Consumer tire business in the key market segments. DUBAI, U.A.E., SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has announced the appointment of Berna Akıncı as Director of the Consumer Production Business Unit (PBU) for its emerging markets region, comprising of Middle East & Africa, South Africa […]

voco Riyadh launches EV charging station
voco Riyadh is the first hotel in the Saudi capital to provide a charging station for electric vehicles. Allaf: voco is a brand built on sustainability. EV station part of other green initiatives launches by voco on a global level. Riyadh: voco Riyadh, owned and operated by the InterContinental Hotels Group, has launched an electric […]

NMC-KIA is the strategic sponsor of the Equestrian Club within the activities of the Taif racing season
NMC-KIA the raffle draws Kia K5 to the visitors and equestrian race attendees. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, September 26: National Marketing Company, the official dealer of Kia cars in the western sector of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is a strategic sponsor of the Taif Equestrian Club, in King Khalid bin Abdulaziz Square in Hawiyah, the […]

Aljomaih and Shell Lubricating Oil Company (JOSLOC) renews partnership with Al-Jabr Trading Company
Towards another successful partnership Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, xx September 2022: Aljomaih and Shell Lubricating Oil Company (JOSLOC) has renewed its partnership with Al-Jabr Trading Company, the official distributor of Kia vehicles for central and eastern regions in Saudi Arabia, to provide its network of service centers with Shell Helix Motor oils, known with superior ability […]

Hyundai Motor introduces the New CRETA
The new CRETA comes to market with a strong and futuristic design identity Futuristic and strong-looking exterior, dynamic interior architecture and afar-reaching set of advanced technologies Dubai 13 Sept 2022– Hyundai Motor Company introduced the new CRETA 2023 to the market, the new compact crossover that brings a novel definition to what a sensuous and sporty […]

All-New Ford Mustang Redefines Driving Freedom with Immersive Digital Cockpit, Advanced Engines and Bold Style
· Nearly 60 years after its debut, the all-new, seventh-generation Ford Mustang is the most exhilarating and fun-to-drive yet, thanks to a completely reimagined driving experience · Immersive digital cockpit inspired by fighter jets features two large customizable digital displays while Ford Power-Up software updates create an upgradable ownership experience · Head-turning design with unique […]

Nissan Formula E announces driver line-up for Season 9
Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz team up with Nissan for start of Gen3 era YOKOHAMA, Japan (September 14, 2022) – Nissan Formula E announced Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz for its all-new driver line-up ahead of Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, the first campaign of the Gen3 era. Nato, a Formula E race winner, makes his […]

Hyundai Retro Models Rev Up Netflix’s ‘Seoul Vibe’
The car chase action film set during 1988 Seoul Olympics features first-generation Grandeur, Pony Pickup, Porter light truck, and old sedans, including second-generation Sonata, Stellar, and Cortina alongside an all-star Korean cast Hyundai to provide diverse experiential marketing contents on digital channels, including a cinematic digital advertisement, which will unveil a silhouette of the Next-generation […]

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Wins Car and Driver’s 2022 EV of the Year Award
· IONIQ 5 Bests 19 Top-rated Competitors in Car and Driver’s Three Weeks of Testing · Car and Driver Editors Say IONIQ 5 is the Coolest New Design on the Road and Feels Like the Future Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sep. 11, 2022 – The 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 earned Car and Driver’s EV of the Year Award, […]

GENESIS MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA PREPARES FOR THE LAUNCH OF FLAGSHIP LUXURY SEDAN, THE G90
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, September 7th, 2022: Genesis Middle East & Africa today announced that its much-anticipated luxury sedan, The G90 will soon be joining its regional fleet. This is the first full model change following the facelift model in 2018. The name ‘G90’ follows the brand’s naming scheme, combining the letter ‘G’ for Genesis and […]

Nikon & MG Motor UAE Return to Celebrate Content Creators and People of Inspiration
#HumansExMachina is a 2-day video creation challenge that brings shortlisted contestants, extraordinary individuals, a car & a camera to create human interest stories designed to motivate and inspire Register to win a brand new 2023 MG GT or the Nikon Z 6II mirrorless camera with a NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4S Dubai-UAE: 07 September 2022 – After […]

NMC seeks the highest international standards with high profile visit of KIA Regional Management
The Chief Operating Officer of Kia Middle East and Africa, Mr. Yasser Shabsough, and the Sales Director of Kia Middle East and North Africa, Mr. Alan Shawaf, visited the headquarters of NMC in Jeddah, and the company’s facilities during the period from 23 to 24 August. This visit Reflects NMC’s ongoing commitment to providing the highest […]

BMW Group commences in-house production of fuel cells for BMW iX5 Hydrogen in Munich.
Hydrogen is an additional option for electric drive systems. Fuel cells are manufactured in the company’s competence center for hydrogen. BMW Group leads the way in hydrogen technology in the premium electric vehicle segment Munich. On 31 August, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG Oliver Zipse and Frank Weber, Member of the Board […]

Al Wallan Trading Co. Hyundai and Hyundai Mobis signed a strategic partnership for after-sales service support to Careem Captains
Al Wallan Trading Co. Hyundai, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Motor Company in the Central Region & Hyundai Mobis, has signed a partnership deal with Careem to provide overall after-sales service support to its captains, with a wide range network of spare parts and service centers available in the Central Region of Saudi Arabia, Al Wallan […]

THE GENESIS G70 SHOOTING BRAKE MAKES ITS MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA DEBUT
The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake will make its the Middle East & Africa debut this September. Genesis transforms the award-winning Genesis G70 sedan into an iconic Shooting Brake. The G70 Shooting Brake takes the athletic exterior of the New G70 and adds practicality with increased trunk space. United Arab Emirates – September 1st, 2022 – Today, Genesis Middle East & Africa […]

Almajdouie Automotive Co. Hyundai and Hyundai Mobis signed a strategic partnership for after-sales service support to Careem Captains
Almajdouie Automotive Co. Hyundai, the authorized distributor of Hyundai Motor Company in Eastern & Northern Regions & Hyundai Mobis, has signed a partnership deal with Careem to provide overall after-sales service support to its captains, with a wide range network of spare parts and service centers available in the Eastern & Northern Regions of Saudi […]

All-new 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback available in showrooms across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain
The e-tron S Sportback features an all-electric drive equipped with three electric motors and zero direct emissions Innovative technology moves rear wheels with separate motors for precise torque distribution and handling UAE, 30 August 2022 – Audi Abu Dhabi announced the arrival of the all-new 2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback in showrooms across the capital and Al Ain. The fully […]

Sustainability at the core of the corporate strategy.
The BMW Group remains committed to its ambitious sustainability goals and is consistently driving the company’s transformation to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. Recycling raw materials in a circular economy is intended to achieve the best possible resource efficiency. Munich. The BMW Group continues to adhere to its ambitious sustainability targets and will reduce its CO2 emissions […]
