Automotive
Automotive industry news including electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology, smart mobility solutions, and car launches in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Porsche to present its future-driven Mission R concept study
Saudi Arabia: On the occasion of the IAA MOBILITY 2021 in Munich (from 7 to 12 September), Porsche provides a spectacular look into the automotive future with the reveal of the Mission R concept car. The study combines state-of-the-art technologies and sustainable materials, such as natural fibre-reinforced plastics, with a passion for racing. In addition to […]
TEN THINGS YOU PROBABLY DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT LINCOLN
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 7, 2021 – Lincoln, is amongst the longest established US automotive brands, with a history as rich as it is extensive, helping to propel continuous new sales records across the Middle East and beyond. Yet for all the familiarity this aspirational brand deservedly enjoys, there is a wealth of fascinating, little-known Lincoln […]
Saudi banks offer exclusive finance plans for Chery automobiles in Saudi Arabia
Sanabel Modern Motors enhances its corporate presence via expanding its customer base. Exclusive finance options that encourage clients to purchase TIGGO Pro series. Jeddah, KSA, Sept. 6, 2021: Sanabel Modern Motors, a Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Company, has launched its first interest-free finance offer for Chery automobiles, following its partnership with Chery last March, according to a […]
Lexus is the Official Car of the 78th Venice International Film Festival #ExperienceAmazing, #LexusCinema, #LexusVenezia78
Lexus is the Official Car of the Venice Film Festival – La Biennale di Venezia – for a fifth consecutive year. The 78th edition of the festival will take place at the Venice Lido from 1-11 September, with Korean director Bong Joon-ho as president of the international competition jury and actress, singer, and television presenter Serena […]
Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation Expresses Support for ‘Dakar Future’ Ahead of Return of Dakar Rally in 2022
The transformative energy transition plan is dedicated to fostering green innovation in the world of rally raids JEDDAH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 02 September 2021: The Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) – a leading sports entity that supports and supervises motorsport activities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – has expressed its utmost […]
2021 F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid’s Fuel Efficiency, Raptor-Rivalling Torque and All-New Capabilities Make it the Most Productive F-150 Ever
Riyadh, KSA, 01 September 2021 – The 2021 F-150 was engineered for work and play, and nowhere is this more apparent than with the debut of the PowerBoost full hybrid equipped F-150 pickup. The first pickup in its segment to come with the option of a full hybrid powertrain, F-150 PowerBoost seamlessly marries Ford’s 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost® […]
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Uber, TGA and MasterCard offer free rides to people accessing a Covid-19 vaccination in Saudi Arabia
The initiative will be available in 19 cities across the Kingdom and is part of Uber and Mastercard’s ongoing efforts to support the government’s vaccination drive RIYADH, September 01, 2021: Uber, the Transport General Authority (TGA) and Mastercard have joined forces to offer free rides to anyone in Saudi Arabia attending a Covid-19 vaccination appointment in over […]
Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East to make a welcome return in 2022
Sant’Agata Bolognese, 31 August 2021 – Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East will make a welcome return to the international motorsport calendar in January 2022, following a two-year hiatus caused by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The championship, which is organized by the motorsport division of Automobili Lamborghini, Squadra Corse and reserved for Huracán Super Trofeo […]
Age of Hydrogen Within Transportation
Alstom pioneers hydrogen mobility for rail to forge a sustainable future for transportation in the Middle East and North Africa August 2021 – Tackling climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions requires a holistic review of how we live and travel. Rail is at the heart of sustainable mobility – there is simply no cleaner collective […]
Lumi Launches State-of-the-Art Booking Platforms to Enhance the Customer Experience in Car Rental for Saudi Arabia
Lumi’s new intuitive and seamless digital platforms to further streamline and automate the online booking process, providing customers a quick, secure, and hassle-free experience Offering superior, fully connected customer experiences, Lumi strengthens its omni-channel offering with the digital platform Riyadh, KSA; August 25, 2021: As a milestone step on its journey to becoming a fully-fledged omni-channel […]
Chery group sales increased 80% in the First Half of 2021，with overseas export increased 168%
Recently, Chery released its sales data for the first half of the year. In June, Chery sold 73,098 vehicles, a year-on-year growth of 58.3%, continuing to maintain the rapid growth trend this year. From January to June, Chery has sold 424,457 vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 80.4%. In overseas markets, the sales of Chery’s products […]
Faster and Farther: Lucid Announces Performance and Range Versions of Lucid Air Dream Edition
Two distinct Air Dream Editions showcase Lucid’s engineering capabilities and reset expectations for electric vehicles with versions optimized for unrivaled power and performance Dubai, UAE, August 26, 2021 — Lucid Group, which is setting new standards with its advanced luxury EVs, today announced that the limited-run Lucid Air Dream Edition will be produced in two distinct versions – […]
2021 FORMULA 1 SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX: 100 Days to Go!
“What we are doing together with Saudi Arabia is amazing, it’s something the world has never seen before” Carsten Tilke, Managing Director of Tilke GmbH Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – In just 100 days Formula 1® will roar into Jeddah as Saudi Arabia will host its first-ever Grand Prix. In the countdown to the inaugural race […]
2021 FORMULA 1 SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX: OVERTAKE THE FUTURE
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) – Promoter of the 2021 FORMULA 1 SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX – has today revealed it’s new OVERTAKE THE FUTURE signature, blending the distinct features of Saudi Arabian culture and heritage with the global, all-encompassing power of Formula 1. As soon as the arrival […]
Uber Reserve launches in Saudi Arabia, allowing riders to book rides on the Uber App upto 30 days in advance
The new feature builds on Uber’s on-demand marketplace technology to do more for riders as cities open back up Riyadh, August 22, 2021 – Uber has introduced a new App feature in Saudi Arabia which offers riders the opportunity to book a ride on the Uber App up to 30 days in advance, along with the option […]
Najm for Insurance Services Earns ISO 27001:2013 Certification in Information Security Management
Achieving Top Performance and Security Standards through Its Advanced IT System Riyadh, KSA, August 22, 2021: Owing to its outstanding commitment and adherence to top information security management standards, Najm for Insurance Services achieves its ISO 27001:2013 certification from the globally-renowned RICI Company Ltd. Across industries, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) sets the global standards […]
All-new Ford Bronco: Built Untamed and Tested to Endure the Harshest Conditions in the Middle East
Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 18 August 2021 – As anticipation builds towards the launch of the all-new ‘Built Untamed’ Ford Bronco later this year, Ford’s Middle East team of specialist engineers have been busy ensuring it is ready to take on the region’s toughest conditions and its most demanding drivers. The first 2021 Bronco – a four-door […]
Lincoln Wins Top Premium Brand in 2021 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards for Second Year in a Row
Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 17, 2021 – Lincoln once again takes home the top spot in this year’s AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Survey – awarded the Top Premium Brand for the second year in a row. AutoPacific publishes a wide variety of syndicated studies in the automotive industry, objectively measuring owner satisfaction with 36 individual attributes ranging from driving performance […]
Future Proof: Audi Saudi Arabia introduces the all-new Audi A3 and S3
The new futuristic generation of the successful A3 family is now being introduced in Saudi Arabia – with more style and presence than ever before Future Proof: The A3 Sedan is available in 3 distinctive lines providing a wide array of choices: Entry, advanced and S-line options are available with a 1.4 TFSI engine and […]
Petromin Nissan Continues to Expand its Network in the Kingdom by Opening a New Showroom in Jubail
In line with the global service provided by Nissan Saudi Arabia to customers in all regions of the Kingdom JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (August 17th, 2021) – Petromin Nissan, the authorized dealer for Nissan vehicles in Saudi Arabia, celebrated the opening of a brand new Petromin Nissan showroom in Jubail, in the eastern province. This is part […]
Continental Continues to Lead the Way in Future Mobility with Testing of Tyre Prototypes for E-Trucks
Dubai, August 16 2021: Electric drives are not only becoming increasingly attractive in the area of individual mobility but are also experiencing a dynamic development in demand in local public transport and freight transportation. Together with leading vehicle manufacturers and technology companies, Continental is working on tyre solutions for these special requirements. In particular, the premium […]
Ford Recruits Robot Test Drivers to Help Ensure Vehicles are Ready to Face the Toughest Conditions
Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 15 August 2021 – Ford’s state-of-the-art Weather Factory has never been busier. Used to simulate a range of extreme conditions under one roof, it has enabled engineers to test vehicles in a way that is less impacted by travel limitations than real-world testing. But so realistic is the simulated conditions that even the […]