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Automotive industry news including electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology, smart mobility solutions, and car launches in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.
Ford F-150, Super Duty and Ranger Trucks Drive Sales Success in The Middle East As F-Series Retains America’s Best-Selling Truck Title For 44th Consecutive Year
F-150 continues to be a Middle East favourite in the Full-Size Pickup truck by sales volume Ranger mid-size pickup and Super Duty truck maintain sales momentum region-wide with a 11% year-on-year boost respectively JEDDAH, KSA, January 19, 2021 — Ford’s trucks and commercial vehicles continue to underpin Ford’s success in the Middle East, with support for the […]
‘MOVEMENT THAT INSPIRES’ – KIA PRESENTS ITS NEW BRAND PURPOSE AND FUTURE STRATEGY
AND FUTURE STRATEGY New brand strategy and future ambitions revealed in digital showcase Corporate name changed from ‘Kia Motors’ to ‘Kia’ Company puts its ‘Plan S’ long-term strategy into action to create sustainable mobility solutions for customers Seven new dedicated electric vehicles to launch by 2027 Kia turns to recyclable materials and renewable energy for […]
#CES2021 : Mobileye Innovation Will Bring AVs to Everyone, Everywhere
Progress Includes Automated Crowdsourced Mapping, New Lidar SoC, Software-Defined Radar, and AV-Test Vehicles in Four New Countries Automated, worldwide autonomous vehicle (AV) mapping capability allows Mobileye to expand its AV test fleets; new vehicles expected in Detroit, Tokyo, Shanghai, Paris and (pending regulation) New York City early this year. Intel brings its XPU strategy, expertise […]
Chery Adds a New Meaning to “Made in China”
Formidable Production Capacity Based on a Unique Approach to Human Resources Management It is commonly believed that an automaker’s manufacturing capacity is measured by its deployment of the latest and most advanced technological equipment or a total replacement of its workforce by robots. Chery is certainly not lagging, evident from its high automation rate across […]
Hongqi Achieved Growth Against Adversity Caused by Epidemic
BEIJING–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– In November 2020, Statista anticipated that global auto sales volume in 2020 would be down by 18% to 62 million vehicles from 74.9 million vehicles 2019. Many automakers suffered sluggish sales or even bankruptcy, reorganization, and merger. However, Hongqi, a FAW brand, achieved sales volume doubled in 2020 against the negative trend and […]
Bridgestone To Debut Virtual City of the Future, Showcase Mobility Solutions at CES 2021
Bridgestone will return to CES 2021, held virtually this year on Jan. 11-14, 2021. Bridgestone World interactive virtual city will allow users to explore the company’s advanced solutions and data-driven mobility services. Live and on-demand showcases will examine how the company uses smart tire technology, advanced data analytics, and new business models to put tires at […]
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Virtual to Reality: How Ford Turns Data Into the Vehicle on Your Driveway
JEDDAH, KSA, January 4, 2021 — With an ever-evolving list of expectations by customers, how does Ford keep a model line-up, like Ranger, up to date with the latest technology and safety features without compromising quality, safety and durability? Ford’s investment in simulations and simulators around the world has been revolutionising the way they have been developing […]
Uber’s Net Revenue Down 50% in Q2 of 2020 – COVID-19’s Impact on the Ride-Sharing App
COVID-19 disrupted many industries that were flourishing before the difficult days of 2020. One of the biggest global brands that were undoubtedly hit hard by the pandemic was Uber. According to data presented by Stock Apps, the ride-sharing app’s quarterly net revenue decreased by almost 50% in Q2 of 2020. Uber’s Quarterly Net Revenue Down Almost […]
ADNOC DISTRIBUTION INCREASES COMMITMENT TO SAUDI ARABIA WITH NETWORK EXPANSION
Company to acquire 15 service stations, bringing its network to 17 in KSA as part of phase one of its ambitious expansion. Aims to bring its high-quality service standards and customer experience to KSA consumers following success across the UAE The new stations will include convenience stores, as well as a car wash, lube change, […]
Hongqi E-HS9 Wins Hearts of Users with World-Class Quality
OSLO, Norway–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– A few days ago, Hongqi E-HS9, a full-size smart luxury electric SUV from FAW, was launched globally and entered into Norway as the first European market. The model received a lot of attention and has won high praise from its users since its launch. E-HS9 impressed the people involved in test-driving with […]
Ford Again Receives Global Corporate Sustainability Honors For Leadership In Climate Change, Water Management
Placed on ‘A List’ for work in both areas by CDP, a global environmental nonprofit Recognized, in part, for intent to achieve carbon neutrality globally no later than 2050, with urgent interim targets to address climate change Remains only full-line U.S. automaker committing to reduce CO2 emissions in line with the Paris climate agreement Reached […]
Huawei and IDC collaborate on a new whitepaper on Autonomous Driving Network
Enterprise data centers are moving towards Autonomous Driving Network for service agility, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness Riyadh, 27th December 2020 – According to IDC’s latest whitepaper Leveraging the Autonomous Driving Datacenter Network Index sponsored by Huawei, over 90% of enterprises claim that they pursue fully autonomous networks for service agility, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. As highlighted in the report, the autonomous driving data […]
Ford Study Shows Blockchain, Dynamic Geofencing And Plug-In Hybrid Vans Can Help Improve Urban Air Quality
Ford’s research reveals how emerging technologies such as dynamic geofencing and blockchain can combine with hybrid-electric vehicles to improve air quality in cities. Trial employed hybrid vehicles that could switch to zero-emission driving based on air quality data, and an innovative plug-in hybrid van with an electrically powered chiller unit Landmark pan-European study demonstrates the […]
The new BMW S 1000 R
“With our new S 1000 R, we have tried to preserve the strengths of its predecessor and to take into account the potentials known to us from press and customer feedback in the new S 1000 R. The team also made perfect use of the benefits provided by the new architecture” Ralf Mölleken, Project Manager […]
Equity Crowdfunding platform Eureeca facilitates US$1.3 million in series A funding for Udrive after going live in record time
The Middle East’s first car-sharing provider Udrive has raised 103% of the company’s first significant round of capital financing in just 48 hours after going live on the Eureeca.com platform. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21 December 2020: Eureeca, the first multi-regulated global equity crowdfunding platform, has announced that the UAE-based pay-per-minute car rental service Udrive has raised US$1.3 million […]
The Ford Expedition: Designed for Every Family Adventure, with more capability, smart technology, and exceptional luxury for all
JEDDAH, KSA, December 20, 2020 – The Ford Expedition three row SUV was built with the family in mind and, with exceptional space, power, standard technology and capability, it continues to redefine family adventures in the Middle East. With a bold stance and luxurious styling, Expedition looks the part no matter what it’s doing or where […]
Strong and innovative technology partners for the new BMW M4 GT3.
Munich. The development of the new BMW M4 GT3 is in full swing – and BMW M Motorsport can count on the support of many proven, strong technology partners. They are contributing components for various areas of the new GT3 flagship. The collaboration with these technology partners is set to run for several years. “We can […]
Chery at the forefront in technology-oriented enterprises
Over 19,000 patents empower ‘Technology Chery’ Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, December 14, 2020: Chery recently announced that to date, it has obtained 12,393 patents out of 19,191 patents filed, including 3,692 patents for invention, ranking the company as leaders among Chinese automakers. Increasing patent applications and authorizations have shown Chery’s confidence in keeping core technologies […]
Ford Transit And Transit Custom Both Excel In Euro NCAP’s First Evaluation Of Active Safety Systems Fitted To Vans
Ford Transit gains Gold award and Transit Custom receives Silver award in Euro NCAP test of active safety systems on Europe’s top-selling vans Tests included assessing the performance of autonomous emergency braking systems that help to protect vans and other road users, including pedestrians and cyclists Ford’s advanced active safety technology helps customers to avoid […]
BMW Group Plant Leipzig prepares for the production of a future MINI crossover.
+++ 2023 will see Plant Leipzig launch production of the successor to the current MINI Countryman +++ The new model will offer a choice of combustion or electric drive +++ The current investment program for the site in Saxony will significantly increase production capacity and enable e-drive component assembly +++ Leipzig. Der In 2023, the first […]
TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION INSTITUTE AND VIRGIN HYPERLOOP ANNOUNCE R&D PARTNERSHIP TO ADVANCE FUTURE TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS IN THE UAE
The collaboration seeks to accelerate research and development of hyperloop technology, encourage economic growth, and create a sustainable transportation ecosystem Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 15 December 2020 — The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the dedicated ‘applied research’ pillar of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), and Virgin Hyperloop (VH), the leader in hyperloop development, today announced their collaboration on research, […]
2021 Ford Trends Report Finds Consumers Resilient and Adaptive Amid the Pandemic
Ninth annual Looking Further with Ford Trends Report explores how consumers are adapting to life during a pandemic. While 69% of adults globally say they feel overwhelmed by the changes taking place in the world, when asked how well they have adapted to the changes during the pandemic, 47% say it has been “easier than I imagined.” The report […]