Automotive Business

Rising demand gets Ford to hire 900 at Michigan Assembly Plant

News Desk 1 25/01/2024 0

Bronco and Bronco Raptor lead demand surge In a strategic move to address surging demand for their popular Bronco and Bronco Raptor models, along with the highly anticipated Ranger and Ranger Raptor, Ford Motor Company has revealed plans to create 900 new jobs at its Michigan Assembly Plant in

Automotive Tech

Xiaomi enters the EV sector with launch of the SU7

News Desk 1 05/01/2024 0

Firm showcases breakthroughs in its 5 core technologies Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant and one of the world’s leading smartphone companies, has officially thrown its hat into the automotive ring with the grand debut of the highly anticipated Xiaomi SU7. Xiaomi aims to redefine the automotive industry, marking a pivotal leap beyond its smartphone origins […]

Sport Automotive

Toyota Gazoo Racing revs it up with new brand movie

News Desk 1 01/01/2024 0

‘Wild Moment’ is now on the TGR YouTube channel Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has released its new brand movie titled ‘Wild Moment’ on the TGR YouTube channel. The movie takes on the challenge of expressing the GR philosophy through visuals based on Toyota Chair Akio Toyoda’s strong wish to further accelerate and carry on the […]

Sport Automotive

Team Audi Sports is ready for the Dakar Rally 2024

News Desk 1 26/12/2023 0

Audi RS Q e-tron is optimised for the rally The Audi RS Q e-tron is set for its third Dakar Rally, the latest edition of which takes place from January 5-19, 2024, in Saudi Arabia. Team Audi Sport has optimised the rally prototype, which has an electric drivetrain, a high-voltage battery and an energy converter, […]

Automotive

The waiting list for the all-new Range Rover Electric opens

Arnold Pinto 18/12/2023 0

Prototype testing begins in Sweden and the UAE Range Rover has opened the waiting list for its highly anticipated Range Rover Electric, ahead of formal orders opening to clients. Marking the next stage in its luxury electrification journey, the first fully electric vehicle from Range Rover will highlight its modern luxury credentials. Range Rover Electric […]

Automotive

Toyota relaunches the Land Cruiser ‘70’ in Japan

News Desk 1 13/12/2023 0

The Land Cruiser series is now 72 years old Toyota has relaunched the Land Cruiser ‘70’ in Japan. The latest iteration of the iconic 4×4 vehicle features a proven off-road design, rigid frame, exceptional essential performance, and simple component structure. First launched as the Toyota BJ on August 1, 1951, the Land Cruiser series is […]

Automotive Sustainability Tech

Symbio consortium launches its first gigafactory in France

Arnold Pinto 09/12/2023 0

SymphonHy is Europe’s largest hydrogen fuel cells site Symbio – a global leader in fuel cells – and an equally owned joint venture between Forvia, Michelin and Stellantis, has inaugurated SymphonHy, its first gigafactory. Located in Saint-Fons, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, SymphonHy is Europe’s largest integrated fuel cell production site, making the

Automotive

Peugeot E-3008 becomes European Car Of The Year 2024 finalist

News Desk 1 02/12/2023 0

New model will go on sale in early 2024 in Europe The 59 European Car Of The Year (COTY) jury members, representing 22 countries across the continent, have chosen the new Peugeot E-3008 from 28 shortlisted models to join the final seven contenders for the top prize. This is the seventh time in the last […]

Automotive GCC Transport UAE

ADNOC unveils ‘H2GO’ station to examine viability of hydrogen-powered vehicles in UAE

Arnold Pinto 29/11/2023 0

Pilot station creates green hydrogen from water Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has launched ‘H2GO’, the Middle East region’s first high-speed green hydrogen pilot refuelling station, to gather data on the long-term viability of hydrogen vehicles in the UAE by evaluating zero-emission hydrogen-powered vehicles. The pilot station was opened ahead of the UAE hosting

Gitex Automotive

Yango to reveal new ride-hailing service at GITEX Global 2023

Arnold Pinto 07/10/2023 0

MENA region expansion plans will also be announced Yango, the web-based ride-hailing service that gets people to their destination quickly, safely, and affordably, is launching a new service at GITEX Global 2023, with plans for MENA region expansion also due for the announcement. GITEX Global – the world’s largest tech and startup event – is […]

Sport Automotive

Toyota Gazoo Racing wins manufacturers’ title at Rally Chile

News Desk 1 02/10/2023 0

TGR-WRT has won the title three years in a row The Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) has retained its crown as manufacturers’ champions and guaranteed another clean sweep of FIA World Rally Championship titles in 2023 after an exciting finale at the Rally Chile. Elfyn Evans claimed an overall podium finish in third […]

Sport Automotive GCC UAE

Inaugural Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge begins on October 14, 2023

Arnold Pinto 01/10/2023 0

Off-road racing series comprises 4 rounds in Tilal Swaihan desert Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), in partnership with Emirates Motorsports Organization (EMSO), will organise round one of the inaugural Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge on October 14, 2023, in Tilal Swaihan desert dunes range in Abu Dhabi emirate, UAE. The first-ever Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge is […]

Automotive

Aerodynamic profile gives Ford Mustang GTD an edge when racing

News Desk 1 30/09/2023 0

Computer simulations dictate airflow design over the race car When the first-ever Mustang GTD takes on the 73 curves of the Nürburgring, it will target a sub-7-minute time thanks to active aerodynamic tech never before used on a street-legal Ford car and illegal in GT3-class race cars. The heart of Mustang GTD’s aerodynamic performance is […]

Space Automotive

Toyota provides an update on its Lunar Cruiser programme

Arnold Pinto 27/09/2023 0

Japanese lunar rover is central to NASA’s Artemis programme Toyota Motor Corporation has announced the latest details of its Lunar Cruiser project that the giant global automaker is researching and developing. The Toyota Lunar Cruiser is a crewed pressurised rover designed to provide mobility for astronauts on the lunar surface, which Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency

Automotive Events

Land Rover Classic unveils new OEM collection at Goodwood Revival 

News Desk 1 25/09/2023

Land Rover Classic introduced a curated new collection of original OEM quality parts and accessories for the Classic Defender at this year’s Goodwood Revival. Classic Defender is the original adventure vehicle, and its legacy from 1948, includes over 70 years of global expedition history.  Land Rover Classic is the official heritage division of the company, […]

Automotive Tech

Bosch focuses its attention on the software-defined vehicle

News Desk 1 25/09/2023

Software is the linchpin for the future of mobility. No other company can match the solutions and technology Bosch offers for the software-defined vehicle across all domains – from central vehicle computers to cloud solutions to semiconductors. Here, Bosch benefits from its strength not only in automotive software but also in the hardware required for […]

Automotive

BYD unveils the U8 Premium Edition

News Desk 1 22/09/2023

BYD, a leading global manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, has officially launched the U8 Premium Edition under its high-end sub-brand, Yangwang, and announced that its delivery will start this October. The vehicle boasts a plug-in hybrid system, offering an impressive CLTC (Comprehensive Long Trip Capability) range of up to 1,000km, ensuring peace […]

Automotive Business GCC UAE

How to subscribe to a car in the UAE from your smartphone

News Desk 1 22/09/2023

In the traditional world of car ownership, the equation seemed simple: buy a car, drive it for years, and eventually trade it in for a newer model. However, subscription services are emerging as game-changers, altering how the public thinks about this facet of their lives. These services offer a unique approach, allowing freedom without the […]

Automotive

All-new Porsche Cayenne 2024 arrives in the UAE market

News Desk 1 22/09/2023

Al Nabooda Automobiles, the official importer of Porsche in Dubai and Northern Emirates, in the UAE, has launched the all-new Porsche Cayenne 2024, featuring the most comprehensive upgrade in the Cayenne’s history, with a brand-new Porsche Driver Experience and sweeping changes to the powertrain, chassis, design, and equipment. The new Porsche Driver Experience offers a

Automotive GCC Transport UAE

AW Rostamani Group is the new motorcycle distributor of Royal Enfield in UAE

News Desk 1 21/09/2023

Royal Enfield, a global leader in the midsize motorcycle segment (250cc-750cc), has announced its plans to strengthen its presence in the Middle East and Africa region by appointing Dubai-based AW Rostamani Group as its official distribution partner for the UAE. With the newly formed alliance, Indai-based Royal Enfield widens its presence in the UAE. AW […]