Automotive

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BIOMASS INVESTMENT BOOSTS SUSTAINABILITY OF INEOS AUTOMOTIVE’S HAMBACH FACTORY

PR News Desk 21/03/2025

INEOS Automotive has opened a cutting-edge €15m biomass heat plant at its Hambach production and assembly site. With a 9.2 megawatt output, the plant will consume up to 14,000 tonnes of locally- and sustainably-sourced woodchips per year, to supply 78% of the facility’s heating requirements.

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Al Masaood Automobiles Sets New Benchmarks in Automotive Service Excellence

PR News Desk 12/03/2025

The automotive industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with customer expectations continuously shifting in a fast-paced and highly competitive landscape. Customers today demand not just quality vehicles but a seamless and exceptional ownership experience. Recognising the role of service excellence in the customer journey, Al Masaood Automobiles Service embarked on a

Business

Nissan outlines comprehensive turnaround measures

Arnold Pinto 25/02/2025

To secure sustainable profitability Nissan Motor Corporation has unveiled an update on its comprehensive turnaround strategy, which aims to reshape the company into a more agile, cost-efficient, and competitive business. To secure sustainable profitability, Nissan focuses on various cost-saving initiatives, restructuring its manufacturing operations, and exploring new

Automotive Lifestyle

New Continental GTC Speed auctioned for charity

News Desk 04/02/2025

At Naples Winter Wine Festival At this year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), a unique charity auction item made waves in the luxury car world and the philanthropic community. Bentley’s latest open-top grand tourer, the Continental GTC Speed, was auctioned for a remarkable $1.7 million. All proceeds supported at-risk and underprivileged children in Collier County, […]

Automotive

Audi unveils new unified nomenclature

Arnold Pinto 04/02/2025

For global model identification Audi is set to standardise its vehicle nomenclature, providing customers with a more intuitive and transparent system worldwide. The German automotive giant has announced that in the future, its alphanumeric model names will reflect the size and positioning of each model, regardless of whether the vehicle is electric or powered by […]

Automotive Markets

China extends vehicle trade-in policy in 2025

Arnold Pinto 19/01/2025

To boost the country’s EV sales China has extended its vehicle trade-in subsidy scheme into 2025, renewing a crucial incentive to further the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). The previous policy expired at the end of 2024. The trade-in scheme, which remains the final Chinese government-backed subsidy for EVs, is part of a broader effort […]

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A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION FOR INEOS AUTOMOTIVE’S HAMBACH PLANT

PR News Desk 17/01/2025

INEOS Automotive’s Hambach plant is back to action stations after a pause in production for the Grenadier and Quartermaster 4X4s. The resolution of a critical  shortage of seats after supplier insolvency at the end of last year sees the production line restart on-time, as announced in November. “This is a great start to the year […]

Automotive Business

Audi delivers nearly 1.7 million vehicles globally in 2024

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2025

12 per cent drop compared to 2023 Audi delivered around 1.7 million vehicles globally in 2024, with over 164,000 fully electric models. This represents a significant step in Audi’s ongoing model initiative despite a challenging year marked by difficult economic conditions, a highly competitive automotive market, and limited parts availability. The total number of

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AutoData Middle East Summit Reveals Key Insights Shaping the Automotive Sector

PR News Desk 17/12/2024

AutoData Middle East, the leading automotive data solutions provider in the UAE, hosted the first-ever AutoData Middle East Summit on 9 December 2024 at Paramount Midtown Hotel, Dubai. The event brought together industry leaders and stakeholders to explore market challenges, emerging trends, and groundbreaking technologies shaping the regional automotive landscape. The

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Fully electric Volvo EX30 scores maximum five-star rating in latest Euro NCAP safety tests

PR News Desk 12/12/2024

It may be Volvo’s smallest ever SUV, but the EX30 is also a proud flagbearer of the brand’s longstanding and well-known reputation as a leader in automotive safety. In fact, the EX30 has just scored a maximum five-star rating in the latest round of Euro NCAP safety testing, confirming the small, fully electric SUV looks […]

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Automechanika Dubai Awards announce winners across 13 categories in the automotive aftermarket

PR News Desk 11/12/2024

The 2024 Automechanika Dubai Awards winners were unveiled this morning (Wednesday, 11 December) during the Automechanika Dubai trade show at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Now in its fourth year, the awards honoured outstanding achievements and innovations across the automotive aftermarket industry, reflecting the sector’s resilience, creativity, and transformative

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RAMY Motors Celebrates a Milestone Year of Groundbreaking Builds and Growth

PR News Desk 27/11/2024

RAMY Motors, the specialized vehicle division of RAMY Automotive, proudly marks its first anniversary with a year of achievements and groundbreaking custom builds that cater to thrill-seekers and automotive enthusiasts alike. Blending expert craftsmanship with a passion for adventure, RAMY Motors has averaged 4-5 custom vehicle sales per month to date, a notable

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PRODUCTION IS BACK ON FOR INEOS AUTOMOTIVE

PR News Desk 21/11/2024

Having been forced to halt in September 2024 due to a critical component shortage, production of the INEOS Grenadier and Quartermaster will restart in early January 2025. All partners have been informed and are ready to support resumption of operations at INEOS Automotive’s plant in Hambach.  “It’s great news that a solution has been found […]

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UAE automotive aftermarket to reach US$1.91 billion by 2028

PR News Desk 07/11/2024

Automechanika Dubai has highlighted the expected growth of the UAE’s automotive aftermarket industry to reach $1.91 billion by 2028 during an official networking event held under the theme Strengthening Collaborations: Southeast Asia and UAE. According to Glasgow Research & Consulting, the UAE is on track to experience substantial growth as a result of rising

Automotive

Nissan’s e-Power vehicle production passes 1.5 million milestone

Arnold Pinto 05/11/2024

With US and Canada on the anvil Nissan has achieved a significant milestone in its e-Power vehicle production, surpassing 1.5 million units globally by the end of October 2024. This vehicle’s innovative powertrain technology is available in 68 markets worldwide, showcasing Nissan’s commitment to expanding its electric vehicle lineup. The e-Power system, a distinctive

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Middle East Leads in Digital Automotive Transactions

PR News Desk 03/10/2024

Arthur D. Little (ADL) has published the fourth edition of its influential Future of Automotive Mobility (FOAM) report, covering current and future automotive trends. This year’s study includes insights from over 16,000 respondents across 25 countries, including the Middle East region. The report provides detailed perspectives on car ownership, electric vehicles,

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Mahindra & Mahindra Selects Kinaxis to Drive Supply Chain Efficiencies for Growing Automotive Portfolio

PR News Desk 30/09/2024

Kinaxis® Inc. (TSX: KXS), a global leader in end-to-end supply chain orchestration, today announced that Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M), one of India’s leading automotive companies, has selected Kinaxis to help revolutionize its auto supply chain planning capabilities with a view to supporting its ambitious growth efforts. With Kinaxis, M&M will

Business

First Zeekr showroom opens in the UAE

News Desk 03/08/2024

Dubai service centre also inaugurated The first dedicated Zeekr showroom and allied service centre in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has opened alongside Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai City. Launched as a joint venture between Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle brand of China’s Geely Holding Group, and AW Rostamani Group, the UAE distributor of Zeekr, […]

Automotive UAE

How to choose an electric vehicle (EV) in the UAE

Arnold Pinto 11/07/2024

Follow this comprehensive guide In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has witnessed a significant surge in the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), also known as new energy vehicles (NEVs). This shift is propelled by the increasing environmental awareness among residents actively seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprint. The numerous benefits of EVs, […]

Automotive UAE

Dubai races to set up the world’s largest car market

Arnold Pinto 06/07/2024

DP World to operate the mega project DP World, a global leader in end-to-end supply chain logistics, will establish and operate the new Dubai Car Market. It is set to be the world’s largest and most advanced car trade facility, offering various commercial services, logistical support, and financial solutions tailored to the international automotive sector. […]