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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.
VERSTAPPEN FINISHES FORMULA 1 SEASON IN STYLE WITH COMMANDING VICTORY AT YAS MARINA CIRCUIT
Dutch driver bossed the action from the first lap, never looking threatened by the Mercedes duo of Bottas and Hamilton Perez retires with mechanical difficulties and McLaren secure third place in the 2020 Constructor’s title Yas Marina Circuit. Abu Dhabi – 13 December 2020: Max Verstappen secured his first Yas Marina Circuit win at the FORMULA […]
BMW Group paves the way for the production network of the future
Munich. The BMW Group is speeding up the shift towards electromobility and strengthening its global network to produce electrified vehicles. The company is investing 400 million euros in a new vehicle assembly at the main plant in Munich and concentrating its European production activities for internal combustion engines at the Steyr and Hams Hall locations. “We […]
New Model of Premium Pure Electric SUV – Hongqi E-HS9
HAINAN, China–(BUSINESS WIRE/AETOSWire)– On December 4th, 2020, Hongqi E-HS9, a new full-scale intelligent pure electric premium SUV, was unveiled and officially launched globally in Boao, Hainan, China. This model will be sold in both China and Europe. It is a flagship electric SUV manufactured by China FAW Group, with world-leading design, interior space, intelligent technology, safety, […]
Ford Expands Off-Road Family of Trucks with All-New 2021 F-150 Tremor – a Rugged 4×4 for Work and Recreation
All-new F-150 Tremor® combines outstanding towing and payload capacity* with greater off-road prowess – featuring upgraded suspension and driveline hardware, increased suspension travel, approach, break-over angles, and ground clearance, plus standard rear locking differential and available front Torsen limited-slip differential. An all-new series in the F-150 lineup, F-150 Tremor is available in three versions, each featuring […]
BMW Group Middle East Gears Up for the Upcoming Second Edition of Battle of the Gamers
Middle East gamers will have the opportunity to compete for a total prize pool of $50,000 and a $15,000 prize in the regional mobile tournament in the second edition of Battle of the Gamers. XX December 2020 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Following the success of Battle of the Gamers Season 1, BMW Group Middle East […]
Focus on production: BMW Motorsport to call time on its Formula E involvement after Season 7.
After seven successful years, BMW Group will end its involvement in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship at the end of the coming season. Munich. The same engineers who develop the drivetrains for electric production vehicles are also responsible for the race cars’ drivetrains. Examples of the successful transfer of technology between the Formula E […]
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Chery Leads Chinese Automakers Exports
Since its inception in 1997, the value of independent innovation has been at the core of Chery’s development strategy to build a leading international brand operating in more than eighty countries around the world, including Japan, Germany and the United States, coming first among Chinese automakers in terms of export markets selling major volumes. The car […]
Lucid Motors Completes Construction on First Greenfield Electric Vehicle Factory in North America; Commissioning Process Underway for Spring 2021 Production Start of Lucid Air
State-of-the-art Lucid AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, will have an initial capacity of 30,000 units, with a “Future Ready” phased expansion increasing that to up to 400,000 units United Arab Emirates, Dubai, December 6, 2020 — Lucid Motors, which is setting new standards for sustainable mobility with its advanced luxury EVs, today announced the completion of the […]
Manahil Global launches the all-new Nissan X-Terra
Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (25 November 2020) Manahil International, the authorized distributor for Nissan in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, launched the all-new 2021 Nissan X-Terra, at a ceremony held on this occasion in cooperation with Nissan Saudi Arabia. The ceremony was held in the presence of a number of members of Manahil International […]
BMW Group paves the way for the production network of the future
Munich. The BMW Group is speeding up the shift towards electromobility and strengthening its global network for production of electrified vehicles. The company is investing 400 million euros in a new vehicle assembly at the main plant in Munich and concentrating its European production activities for internal combustion engines at the Steyr and Hams Hall locations. […]
Seeing it Before Hearing it: How NVH Simulations Give Ford Vehicles Outstanding Comfort and a Unique Driving Experience
JEDDAH, KSA, November 26, 2020 – The unmistakable burble of a high-performance Ford V8 engine catches the attention of onlookers as a Ford Mustang drives by, but inside the cabin you can have a conversation without having to raise your voice. This perfect balance of unmistakable exhaust notes as the Mustang drives by and an outstanding […]
More Than 8 Million Users Across Three-Generations of Continuously Enhanced Chery ACTECO Engines
Chery’s ‘China Core’ exemplary 21-year development journey sees three-generations of industry leading Chinese made engines Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, November 27, 2020: In a remarkable feat, Chery ACTECO engines have continuously evolved to accommodate over 8 million users with series of engines varying with displacement from 0.8L to 4.0L. Chery engine products have been exported to more than 80 […]
Ferrari 488 GT Modificata Greater power for a track icon
Maranello, 26 November 2020 – Ferrari presents the new 488 GT Modificata, a limited edition car that incorporates the technology developed for the 488 GT3 and 488 GTE, transcending the limits imposed by technical and sporting regulations to exploit its full potential. The 488 GT Modificata is exclusively for use during track days and at Ferrari Club Competizioni […]
Sanctuary Refined: New Lincoln Nautilus Brings Serene Design, Elevated Technology to Midsize SUV Category
Building on the momentum of Lincoln SUVs, the new 2021 Nautilus arrives with a new interior that exudes a sense of calm and signature technologies that elevate the midsize luxury SUV Elegant and polished horizontal lines and modern color themes create the serene interior design that clients love in the Lincoln Navigator, Aviator and Corsair […]
All-New Nissan X-Terra expands SUV lineup in the Middle East
Bold design, spacious interior and advanced technologiesmake the SUV ready to go anywhere JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (Nov. 25, 2020) – Nissan today unveiled the all-new Nissan X-Terra 2021, further solidifying the brand’s presence in the Middle East. The launch of the all-new Nissan X-Terra represents a new addition to the lineup in the region, bolstering the […]
Ford Wins 2021 Green Car and Truck of the Year Awards with All-Electric Mustang Mach-E and All-New F-150
JEDDAH, KSA, November 22, 2020 – The all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E and the all-new F-150 have earned Green Car Journal’s 2021 Green Car of the Year and Green Truck of the Year awards. “With the all-new Mustang Mach-E and F-150 with PowerBoost hybrid and Pro Power Onboard, we’re electrifying two of our most popular nameplates to […]
Lincoln Aviator Can Elevate Your Private Screenings with VIP Drive-in Movie Under the Stars Credentials
Al Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, November 21, 2020 – Though reassuring advancements and results relating to vaccines have been all the buzz globally in recent weeks, it does not mean we should not still be exercising a degree of Covid-based caution. It also, however, doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy a tailored semblance of familial activity normality. With […]
MAN delivers 80 New Lion’s Coaches in Saudi Arabia
This is MAN’s single largest deal for coaches in Saudi Arabia Earlier in 2020, MAN delivered the first New Lion’s Coach to the Al-Salem in the country MAN Truck & Bus recently delivered 80 units of the New Lion’s Coach to its customer in Saudi Arabia. This is a milestone in MAN’s journey in the Middle […]
All-New performance-tuned Ford Explorer ST and No-Compromise All-New Explorer Hybrid Arrive in the Middle East
All-new Ford Explorer is joined by two all-new family members – the Explorer ST and Explorer Hybrid – adding to the broadest-ever Explorer lineup All-new Explorer ST, the newest SUV from Ford Performance, is the most fun-to-drive and powerful Explorer ever with a specially tuned 3.0-litre EcoBoost® engine that makes 400 horsepower All-new Explorer Hybrid is a […]
The first ever BMW iX.
A vision is turning into reality, as the BMW Vision iNEXT becomes the BMW iX. With a year still to go before its market launch at the end of 2021, the BMW Group is providing a first look ahead to the future BMW iX, which is currently still in the series development phase. The BMW […]
THE ALL-NEW GENESIS G80 DIGITAL REVEAL: LEADING DESIGN AND LUXURY-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY
Design: Distinct and progressive design offers instantly-recognizable Genesis identity Technology: Next-generation, technology-enabled luxury will merge seamlessly into clients’ daily lives Safety: Genesis G80’s safety features evolve once-again, with an array of progressive safety technologies that offer uncompromised safety for everyone on the road Performance: Brand-exclusive platform increases solidity, performance, fuel economy, luxury Dubai, United Arab […]
SF90 Spider: beyond imagination
The spider version of Maranello’s most powerfulproduction supercar makes its debut The SF90 Spider unveiled during a dedicated digital event The first plug-in hybrid with retractable hard top in the Ferrari rangeis set to deliver unparalleled en plein air exhilaration Maranello, 12 November 2020 – The spider version of the SF90 Stradale, the SF90 Spider, was unveiled today […]