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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.
Virgin Hyperloop One Commits to Becoming World’s Most Energy-Efficient Mode of Mass Transportation
Today, Virgin Hyperloop One (VHO), the world’s leading hyperloop company, announced that its groundbreaking hyperloop system is poised to be the most energy-efficient mode of mass transportation in the world. In conjunction with Climate Week NYC, Los Angeles-based Virgin Hyperloop One made its announcement from Rockefeller Plaza® at Rockefeller Center® in New York City, where […]
The Completely New L200 One-Ton Pickup Truck with its Wide Changes and Aesthetic Touch in its Sixth Generation
Alesayi Motor Company, the exclusive distributor for Mitsubishi vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, presented the new L200 one-ton pick-up truck, with its wide changes and distinct aesthetic touch. The updated version of the sixth-generation L200 was launched to mark the 40th anniversary for the launch of this category for the first time. Bandar […]
Ford’s Car Hacks for Millennials: Six Tips That Will Help You Cut Stress and Drive Like a Boss
Commuters in the Middle East and North Africa spend a lot of their working day behind the wheel. According to one study, UAE drivers are affected the most, logging an average of 96 minutes in each direction – or more than 43.5 days a year – getting to and from work. It’s not only drivers […]
Concert Hall Quality Alive in Lincoln Nautilus with Exclusive Revel by Harman Audio System
One of the first things a driver does in a car is turn on the audio system, which is why a premium audio experience is more important than ever. The exclusive Revel® by Harman audio system in the new Lincoln Nautilus – with its sleek, modern design and spacious interior – is acoustically tailored specifically […]
Hytera Multi-mode Advanced Radios Help Improve Efficiency of Red Eagle Motorcycle Squad of Shaoyang Traffic Police Detachment
Communication features are being enriched by continuous upgrade of communication technologies. The growing diversity and complexity of tasks make single voice services fall short of requirements of industrial users. This gives birth to the industrial trend of broadband-narrowband convergence that interconnects the public network and the private network. As the coverage range, bearer services and […]
Phoenix Contact E-Mobility is the “2019 Innovator of the Year”
It has been official: Phoenix Contact E-Mobility is the “2019 Innovator of the Year”. Michael Heinemann, CEO of Phoenix Contact E-Mobility, officially accepted the Business Award from DDW – “Die Deutsche Wirtschaft”, the German economy information portal, at a ceremony in Düsseldorf: “We feel honored that the jury selected us. And we simply did not […]
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Ford Saudi Distributor Network Accelerates Growth as Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors and Al Jazirah Vehicles Agencies Complete Buy-Sell Agreement
Ford Middle East has confirmed the successful completion of a buy-sell agreement between its two Saudi distributors, Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors Co. (MYNM) and Al Jazirah Vehicles Agencies Co. (AJVA), where both distributors will serve Ford and Lincoln customers in their specific regions. Through this agreement, MYNM now officially represents the Ford and Lincoln brands […]
Kuwait’s First All-Electric Car Chevrolet Alghanim Introduces Bolt EV
Chevrolet Alghanim officially announced that Chevrolet Bolt EV, the first all-electric car in the market, will make its debut across Chevrolet showrooms in Kuwait, offering the customers the chance to test-drive and make a purchase decision of this revolutionary vehicle. This launch reaffirms Chevrolet Alghanim’s pioneering position in the Kuwaiti automotive market, and its commitment […]
Ford Launches 20th Edition of its Conservation and Environmental Grants, Incorporating World Environment Day Theme of “Beating Air Pollution” with a Total Prize Pool of $50,000
Ford Motor Company launches the 20th edition of its Conservation and Environmental Grants programme, with $50,000 made available to successful entries from around the Middle East and North Africa region, including a special category grant for this year’s World Environment Day theme, Beating Air Pollution. Projects from Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, […]
Ford Earns Most J.D. Power APEAL Awards, Sweeping Pickup Segments; Lincoln Navigator Earns Top Large Premium SUV
Ford Motor Company has earned five awards in the 2019 J.D. Power U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study – the most awards of any company or brand. Ford trucks swept all three pickup segments, with wins for the all-new Ford Ranger in midsize, F-150 for the third consecutive year in large light-duty and […]
Development Continues on Built Ford Tough All-Electric F-150; Watch Prototype Tow More Than 1 Million Pounds
As America’s truck leader, we prefer to let our actions speak louder than words. Watch as Linda Zhang, chief engineer of the Ford F-150, shows the capability of a prototype all-electric F-150 by towing 10 double-decker rail cars and 42 2019-model year F-150s, weighing more than 1 million pounds.1 Ford has confirmed it […]
Sedans are a top choice among younger buyers, survey finds
Nissan is doubling down on sedans with a growing global lineup of all-new models as research shows the segment retains strong appeal – especially for younger buyers. Among drivers who don’t own a sedan, 75% would consider buying one now or in the future, according to a recent Nissan survey of car owners and would-be […]
LG TO EXPAND PARTNERSHIP WITH QT ON NEXT GENERATION EMBEDDED DEVICES RUNNING WEBOS
LG Electronics (LG) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with The Qt Company, the Finnish-based software developer behind the Qt Project, to expand its existing collaboration on webOS. The expanded partnership will focus on embedding LG’s open source webOS platform in future automotive, robotics and smart home devices as well as positioning webOS […]
Ford’s Car Hacks for Millennials: How to Change a Wheel
While many young drivers love the freedom that comes from getting behind the wheel, few possess knowledge of simple, practical car repair skills that can get them out of a jam. But knowing how to go about easy jobs, like changing a wheel, means that young drivers needn’t feel helpless if they find themselves with […]
Ford Expedition Takes Top Prize at 7th Annual PR Arabia National Auto Awards in Saudi Arabia
Ford Expedition scooped one of the top awards at the seventh annual PR Arabia National Auto Awards ceremony in Jeddah last week, beating off its closest competitors in the Best Large SUV category. The powerful and efficient Ford Expedition SUV – the most capable and most adaptable Expedition ever – boasting best-in-class ranking in each […]
Nissan granted special award for contribution to Motorsports industry in the Kingdom
Nissan won double honors during the Seventh National Auto Awards 2018/2019 which took place on June 26th 2019 in Jeddah under the patronage of the Saudi Federation of Motor and Motorcycle Sports. Nissan claimed the title of ‘Best Family Sedan’, for the All-New Altima, and a special award for exceptional contributions to the Kingdom’s Motorsports […]
Ford, Lincoln Rank Among Top Five Brands in J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study
Both Ford and Lincoln rank among the top five automotive brands in the United States for the first time in the latest J.D. Power US Initial Quality Study thanks to overall quality improvements that are outpacing the industry. Now in its 33rd year, the study measures vehicle quality by analyzing problems reported by owners in […]
Sales release of the new ECdrive T2 system
Thermally separated automatic sliding doorsSales release of the new ECdrive T2 system GEZE have enhanced the “all-rounder” of the GEZE sliding door portfolio with new additional features. Even better, stronger, more efficient and more sustainable, the new ECdrive T2 door drive is now available. Its flexibility makes it even easier for our customers and partners […]
A-MAP Launches New Range of ASIMCO PLUS Batteries at Automechanika Dubai 2019
A-MAP (Al Muqarram Auto Spare Parts Trading) launches its latest range of European batteries, ASIMCO PLUS, at Automechanika 2019. With 17 shows in 16 countries, Automechanika is the world´s biggest B2B trade fair brand for the automotive aftermarket and service industry. It is a great place to discover product innovations and gain an understanding of […]
Safety on the Road Top of Mind for Saudi Women as Ford’s First Virtual Reality DSFL Programme Kicks Off in Dammam
Just a year after women in Saudi Arabia were given the right to drive again, safety on the roads remains a top concern for the women behind the wheel in the Kingdom according to Ford Middle East’s latest Twitter poll. Saudi Arabia lifted its ban on women driving in June 2018 – and Ford marked […]
The Ferrari SF90 Stradale – the new series-production supercar
Ferrari introduces a new chapter in its history with the introduction of its first series production PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), the SF90 Stradale, images, videos and information on which can be seen on the dedicated web site: SF90stradale.com. The new model is extreme on every level and represents a true paradigm shift, because it […]
How Ford’s Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert Can Help Curb Road Crash Statistics
Driving in heavy traffic can be stressful and even if you keep an eye on your mirrors, it’s easy to miss vehicles that may have moved into your blind spots without you noticing. It doesn’t take much for a momentary lapse of concentration to escalate quickly. In fact, poor lane discipline is a global […]