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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.

Built Ford Tough Ford Ranger Unlocks Access to the Great Outdoors With Electronic Shift-On-The-Fly 4×4, Locking Rear Differential and Impressive Off-Road Capability
JEDDAH, KSA, November 12, 2020 – With traditional family getaways across the region disrupted this year, many people are exploring holiday experiences closer to home. Internet searches for “staycation” in the region have risen significantly over the past six months as more and more people take the time to explore their local areas. For some, this […]

Saudi Talents Awarded by Nissan Saudi Arabia as Winners of Nissan Hero Program
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (Nov. 11, 2020) – Nissan Saudi Arabia held an award ceremony for the winners of their sales team training program, the Nissan Hero Program. The globally recognized program aims to educate and train local talents in front line sales and creates jobs for Saudis. The ceremony took place in the presence of the Nissan […]
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Hyundai Unveils 2021 Sonata N Line offering Unprecedented Sportiness and Performance
N Line trim available on Hyundai’s midsize sedan for the first time ever Sonata N Line’s Smartstream 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivers 290 horsepower and 311 lb.-ft. of torque at a low 1,650–4,000 rpm Equipped with the N 8-speed Wet Dual-Clutch Transmission (N DCT) for customers who crave driving fun Dubai, November 8, 2020 — Hyundai Motor […]

BMW Group posts solid third-quarter sales growth
Munich. The BMW Group posted solid year-on-year sales growth of 8.6 percent in the third quarter, with a total of 675,680 vehicles delivered to customers. As expected, the sales performance from January to September meanwhile reflects the global impact of the Corona Pandemic. During this period, the company sold 1,638,316 (-12.5%) premium BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce […]

Extend Your Adventure: All-New Ford Explorer’s handling and power make it your ideal weekend escape vehicle
JEDDAH, KSA, November 5, 2020 – An explorer, by definition, is one who travels in search of the new and the exciting – and the new 2020 Ford Explorer is packed with features designed to encourage owners to search out new adventures. First introduced to the world 30 years ago, the Explorer’s reputation has been defined by […]

Daring elegance: Automobili Lamborghini presents the Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule
Sant’Agata Bolognese, 5 November 2020 – Automobili Lamborghini presents the Huracán EVO Fluo Capsule: a new collection of bright and bold colors for the V10 super sports car, realized in a matt paint exterior with complementary interior color and trim options. Inspired by the tradition of vibrant colors that enhance the inimitable lines and shape […]

FLYING SPUR IN DETAIL: BRINGING BENTLEY DESIGN VALUES TO THE SCREEN
Human Machine Interface (HMI) team give digital screens the Bentley look Digital designs in harmony with physical interior features 30 different languages, including right-to-left and vertical reading Subtle design differentiation between models New dim screen mode with pencil beam needle illumination (Middle East, 5 November 2020) When you sit in the driving seat of a Continental […]

Alesayi Motors Launches Mitsubishi Attrage 2021 in the Saudi Market
Alesayi Motors, the official distributor of Mitsubishi vehicles in Saudi Arabia, launched the Mitsubishi Attrage 2021, the new compact sedan. “Building on our successful experience over the past two years, Attrage sets the bar for a dynamic city car, tailored to the needs of modern lifestyles. Along with its attractive and modern design, it boasts […]

Nissan Saudi Arabia Expands Digital Services by Launching WhatsApp for Business
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (Nov. 1, 2020) – Nissan Saudi Arabia has consistently built its digital services repertoire over the year by introducing new services and platforms to enhance and optimize the customer experience. Being a leading customer-centric automotive brand in the Kingdom, Nissan KSA introduced a new digital solution that caters to the Saudi customer by utilizing […]

Schneider Electric installs EVlink Electric Vehicle charging stations at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University
The first electric vehicle charging stations to be installed at a university in the Kingdom, with a full charge taking only 15 minutes Dhahran, Saudi Arabia 29 October 2020: Saudi Arabia’s electric vehicle charging network is set to grow this November with three new, Electrical Vehicle DC Fast charging stations which will be installed at Prince […]

Ranger’s Interior is Built for the Toughest Passengers
Climbing mountain trails, hauling construction materials or driving your children to work, the Ford Ranger’s renowned versatility balances tough capabilities and performance with car-like refinement. Much like the overall vehicle, the Ranger’s interior needs to also balance high quality and durable materials with a comfortable and plush finish. That’s why the design and engineering teams […]

Ford Ranger, Mustang and Super Duty Take Top Honours in 2020 JD Power Initial Quality Awards
The Ford Ranger, Mustang and Super Duty have gained top honours for quality in their respective segments in the US, according to the 2020 JD Power Initial Quality Study (IQS) report. The Initial Quality Study, now in its 34th year, is based on responses from 87,282 purchasers and lessees of new 2020 model year vehicles […]

Lucid Motors Expands Luxury EV Lineup with Its Lucid Air Model, Featuring 406 Miles of Range and 480 horsepower
Lucid Motors, which is setting new standards for sustainable mobility with its advanced luxury EVs, has unveiled new details about the full Lucid Air model range, including the pricing of the elemental model of the range, called simply Lucid Air, a well-equipped version with 406 miles of projected range and 480 horsepower available from just […]

Lincoln Earns Top Spot in AutoPacific 2020 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards; Navigator Top Luxury SUV for Second Year in a Row
Lincoln is taking home two awards in the 2020 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, with the brand receiving the highest overall score, and the Navigator earning the top spot in the luxury SUV segment for the second year in a row. True to the brand’s Quiet Flight DNA and serene sanctuary, Lincoln achieved top ratings for […]

Ford Presents “The Warriors in Pink Podcast” – Models Of Courage Who Testify In Support Of The Breast Cancer Awareness Month Across The Middle East And Africa
– Each month of October marks the start of the Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. In order to encourage women and raise their awareness on the importance of early detection and of psychological support from the family in the healing process, each year, Ford tells the story of the remarkable journeys of these persons, who thanks […]

Nissan Saudi Arabia Wins Prestigious Global Aftersales Award
Nissan Saudi Arabia Co., Ltd. has been globally recognized for outstanding performance as the winner of the Global Nissan Aftersales Award (GNAA). The Global Nissan Aftersales Award is a prestigious prize that has been ongoing for 30 years in Nissan, and for the 2019 fiscal year, Nissan Saudi Arabia stood out as the best achieving […]

September Surge for Lincoln Sales Sees Brand’s Best GCC Performance Month in Four Years
Lincoln Middle East’s summer of success has rolled into September, ensuring the luxury marque’s third quarter numbers for new vehicle sales exceeded those of last year’s Q3 by an impressive 63 per cent. Even more notable are September’s sales in isolation, which have seen an increase of a staggering 107 per cent, marking the brands […]

The Ford Expedition: Where will Your Expedition Take You?
The Ford Expedition has always put families first, with class-leading levels of comfort, safety and convenience, delivering all the power, capability and space your next adventure may demand. With a bold stance and refined styling, the Expedition turns heads no matter where it is or what it’s doing. And with a powerful 3.5-litre Ecoboost V6, […]

2020 Ford Explorer Earns Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick+, the Institute’s Highest Honour
The 2020 Ford Explorer has earned the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick+ for vehicles built after May 2020. Top Safety Pick+ is the Institute’s highest safety award. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick+ award criteria includes six crashworthiness tests as well as ensuring minimum “acceptable or good” headlight ratings […]

Ford Announces Operational And Leadership Changes; Will Drive Growth, Improve Execution, Speed Transformation
Ford is continuing to streamline and transform its global business, making changes in how the company is organized and operates to deliver executional excellence that benefits customers and delivers sustained profitable growth. Jim Farley, who today succeeds Jim Hackett as Ford’s president and CEO, outlined key goals and organizational changes during a virtual town hall […]

Enthusiasts of Unparalleled Heritage and Design Beauty Help Classic Lincoln Town Car Live Long Beyond its Heyday
Despite the last chance Lincoln Town Car saloon rolling off the production line almost a decade ago – and the introduction of Lincoln-exclusive advanced technologies and a modern, luxurious, ‘Quiet Flight’ identity – desire and demand for the American classic has failed to wane. Mohammed Al Abadi has long recognised the Lincoln Town Car’s classic […]

Pulling Power: How Ford’s Incredible Turbodiesel Engines Deliver the Torque and Efficiency That Owners Demand
Hard work demands a dependable engine, and the Ford Ranger’s reputation for rugged reliability is built on the strength of its globally-proven Duratorq turbodiesel engine range. Built at the Ford Struandale Engine Plant in Port Elizabeth, South Africa – the 2.2-litre and 3.2-litre Duratorq TDCI engines that power the Ranger line-up combine excellent performance with […]
