Automotive Business Oman

Exeed drives into the Oman automotive market with Al Mana Holding as exclusive distributor

Arnold Pinto 30/05/2025

4th GCC market for the Chinese automaker Al Mana Holding, a prominent Qatari conglomerate with a diverse portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, and entertainment, has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of Exeed vehicles in the Sultanate of Oman. A strategic partnership in

Automotive Sustainability

World’s first retrofitted electric Nissan Patrol Y60 shows what’s possible

Arnold Pinto 20/05/2025

In terms of converting ICE to EV SUV Automotive history has been made in the heart of the Middle East as Fuse, a Dubai-based clean-tech startup, presents the world’s first fully electric Nissan Patrol Y60 SUV, converted from an internal combustion engine (ICE) to an electric powertrain. Fuse’s innovation arrives at a pivotal time. With […]

Automotive Events Sustainability

Inaugural Yalla Green Mobility show aims to empower sustainable transport in UAE

Arnold Pinto 16/05/2025

By targeting potential EV buyers Dubai is set to host the Yalla Green Mobility show, which organisers claim will be the UAE’s premier electric vehicle (EV) test drive-based sustainability event. Yalla TV will organise the inaugural event on November 23, 2025, at the Dubai Autodrome. The ticketed event aims to accelerate the UAE’s transition to […]

Automotive Business

Nissan unveils comprehensive recovery plan

Arnold Pinto 14/05/2025

To drive a leaner, smarter business by 2026 In a bold move to reshape its global operations and return to long-term profitability, Nissan Motor has launched Re:Nissan, a comprehensive recovery plan designed to overhaul the company’s cost structure, sharpen its market focus, and accelerate product development. With new leadership and a renewed sense of urgency, […]

Automotive

Ferrari unveils the 296 Speciale

Arnold Pinto 11/05/2025

Featuring plug-in hybrid performance Ferrari has revealed its latest masterpiece, the 296 Speciale, a mid-rear-engine plug-in hybrid Berlinetta that redefines performance, control, and driving emotion. Positioned as the crown jewel in Ferrari’s production range, the 296 Speciale inherits a legacy that includes the Challenge Stradale, 430 Scuderia, 458 Speciale, and 488

Automotive

Which MY 2020 cars in Europe lost the most value after five years?

Arnold Pinto 08/05/2025

BMW 7 Series tops list New data has revealed the top 10 cars from model year 2020 that have lost the most value in Europe after five years, highlighting significant depreciation trends in both the electric and luxury vehicle segments. The eCarsTrade study compared the original manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) with average resale values […]

Automotive Sport

Formula E’s ‘Mountain Recharge’ demonstrates breakthrough in regenerative braking technology

Arnold Pinto 07/05/2025

Partnering with Google Cloud Formula E is redefining the boundaries of electric performance, innovation, and partner integration with its latest  Genbeta project, ‘Mountain Recharge’. In a daring demonstration in collaboration with Google Cloud, Formula E’s  Genbeta prototype development race car descended 1,000 vertical metres down a French

Automotive

Lotus Cars UAE opens order books for exclusive Emira Jim Clark Edition

Arnold Pinto 03/05/2025

Starting at AED532,000 Lotus Cars UAE has opened order books for the highly anticipated and strictly limited Lotus Emira Jim Clark Edition. A tribute to one of motorsport’s most legendary figures, this exclusive model celebrates Jim Clark’s extraordinary legacy. Only 60 units are available globally, including selected allocations in the UAE and Bahrain. The Emira

Automotive UAE

Dubai Police exhibits SxS at Arabian Travel Market 2025

Arnold Pinto 03/05/2025

Deployment in Hatta locality Dubai Police exhibited one of the force’s Side-by-Side (SxS) patrol vehicles at the Arabian Travel Market, held at Dubai World Trade Centre from April 28 to May 1, 2025. Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), headquartered in Quebec, Canada, manufactures the SxS, commonly known as a ‘buggy’ or ‘SSV’ at prices that typically […]

Automotive Events

Exeed unveils cutting-edge EV models and AiMoga humanoid robot

News Desk 01/05/2025

At 2025 Shanghai Auto Show Exeed, the premium brand of the Chinese automotive group Chery, captured the spotlight at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show with a bold display of innovation and performance. Under the theme ‘Shift To Tomorrow,’ the young automotive brand introduced its latest lineup of electric vehicles (EVs), including the Exlantix ET, ES, […]

Automotive Tech

Slate Truck unveiled: An affordable, customisable EV

Arnold Pinto 30/04/2025

Base price of $20,000 A new American electric vehicle startup is turning heads in the automotive industry by breaking the rules. Slate, an auto manufacturer, has announced its radically simplified and customisable electric pickup, known simply as the Slate Truck. It is bold, back-to-basics, and aims to deliver electric mobility at a price that breaks […]

Automotive

China’s leading EV manufacturers unveil unique models at Shanghai Auto Show 2025

Arnold Pinto 30/04/2025

Aiming for global sales The 2025 Shanghai Auto Show is serving as a global stage for China’s top electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, who are showcasing their latest innovations in automotive technology at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre in Shanghai, from April 23 to May 2, 2025. BYD, NIO, XPeng, Li Auto, and Leapmotor lead […]

Automotive Sustainability

Peec Mobility: Pioneering sustainable transport in the UAE

Arnold Pinto 24/04/2025

Converting ICE vehicles to EVs Peec Mobility, a Dubai-based startup, is transforming the electric vehicle (EV) landscape in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by transforming internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles into electric vehicles (EVs). The company addresses the UAE’s growing demand for sustainable transport solutions while contributing to global climate goals.

Automotive

BMW Group showcases groundbreaking innovations at Auto Shanghai 2025

Arnold Pinto 24/04/2025

From the Neue Klasse lineup At Auto Shanghai 2025, the BMW Group is unveiling a bold new era of mobility and bringing its vision for future vehicle generations to life. The spotlight falls on its latest innovations from the Neue Klasse lineup, including the futuristic BMW Panoramic iDrive, the high-performance Heart of Joy central computer, […]

Automotive Sustainability UAE

Target set for 50% of all passenger vehicles sold in UAE to be electric by 2050

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

Key role earmarked for UAEV The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is accelerating its transition toward sustainable mobility, positioning electric vehicles (EVs) as central to its Energy Strategy 2050. This ambitious plan aims to achieve carbon neutrality by mid-century, with a significant focus on transforming the nation’s transportation sector.​ Delivering the inaugural

Automotive Interviews Sustainability

Charger offers EV owners in the UAE a unique mobile charging facility

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

One-of-a-kind service Charger, a Dubai-based electric mobility startup, is transforming the UAE’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape with innovative on-demand charging services. Established in 2024, the company offers convenient, efficient, and sustainable solutions for electric vehicle (EV) owners across the UAE. Unlike traditional charging stations for EVs, Charger

Automotive Events Lifestyle

The 2025 New York Auto Show marks 125 years

Arnold Pinto 21/04/2025

With collection of iconic cars The New York International Auto Show is celebrating a milestone in 2025, marking its 125th anniversary with a stunning retrospective showcase of vintage, classic, and iconic cars that span more than a century of motoring history. Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan from April 18 to […]

Automotive Saudi Arabia

Counterfeit car care products are viewed as a threat to Saudi residents

News Desk 21/04/2025

Call made for consumer education With the Saudi automotive aftermarket industry gearing up for the seventh edition of Automechanika Riyadh, one of the Arabian Gulf state’s leading automotive trade exhibitions, a prominent industry expert has highlighted a growing challenge within the Saudi car care sector: the rise of low-quality, counterfeit products flooding the market.

Automotive Events

Hyundai’s Inster wins 2025 World Electric Vehicle Award

Arnold Pinto 20/04/2025

At 2025 New York Auto Show Hyundai Motor Company has claimed top honours at the 2025 World Car Awards, with its all-electric Inster named the 2025 World Electric Vehicle. The announcement was made during the prestigious awards ceremony at the 2025 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), reinforcing Hyundai’s growing dominance in electric vehicles (EVs). […]

Automotive Events

2025 New York Auto Show unveils expanded EV and PHEV test track

Arnold Pinto 14/04/2025

Featuring top global automakers The 2025 New York International Auto Show is turning up the voltage on electric mobility with an expansion of its popular Multi-Brand EV Test Track. This year’s event offers visitors the chance to get up close and personal with a wide range of the latest electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids […]