The 59-year-old has a PhD in nuclear engineering and over two decades of experience in the automobile industry
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Abu Dhabi’s CYVN Holdings enters non-binding deal to acquire McLaren’s automotive division
The potential partnership would also see the Abu Dhabi investment firm acquiring a non-controlling stake in McLaren Group
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China’s SOUEAST Motor strikes partnership with Elite Group Holding to enter UAE market
The Chinese company is set to introduce 13 cutting-edge models over the next five years, including ICE, PHEV, and BEV options, covering a range of SUVs and sedans
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Dubizzle Group boosts automotive offering with Drive Arabia acquisition
Dubizzle Group’s immediate plans for the brand include injecting significant investment into the platform, the CEO says
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Regulator’s concern forces Tesla to recall almost all vehicles off US roads
Nearly 2 million cars recalled for software update after NHTSA says Tesla’s Autopilot open to ‘foreseeable misuse’
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PIF forms Tasaru to boost Saudi car industry
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund to develop motoring industry in the Kingdom
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Rebellion Timepieces confirmed as title partner for 2023 Gulf Historic Dubai GP Revival
This year’s edition, slated to be held in December, is already shaping up to be bigger and better than ever before, with new categories and a record number of cars already signed up
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Porsche to unveil new Panamera sports car in Dubai this November
The new Porsche Panamera will have its debut in Dubai on November 24
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Tata to partner with startups for UK battery plant for Jaguar Land Rover EVs: Report
The plant is expected to start mass production in 2026
2023 Bugatti Baby II
Hand-built 2023 electric Bugatti Baby II to be sold at Pebble Beach auction
The Bugatti Baby II was developed using a 3D scan of the original 1924 Grand Prix car
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Chinese EV carmaker BYD under investigation for alleged tax violations in India: Report
BYD, which has already invested more than $200 million in India, markets the Atto 3 electric SUV and the e6 EV to corporate fleets and plans to launch its Seal electric sedan later this year
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The Gulf’s automotive industry: Why is it so strong and where is it heading?
Everything starts with the favourable business environment of the GCC
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Elite Cars unveils limited edition AED8mn Zenvo hypercar in Dubai
Elite Cars, with over 25 years of experience having exclusive partnerships with global automotive brands
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Saudi Aramco acquires US lubricant maker Valvoline for $2.65bn
The acquisition will enhance Saudi Aramco’s growing presence in the premium brand lubricants market, besides furthering the visibility for the company brand globally
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UAE car culture is ‘mind boggling’, says Cody Walker
The US actor and global superstar was visiting the UAE ahead of Fuel Fest Abu Dhabi
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New exclusive club launched in the UAE targeting wealthy supercar owners
Members of the club will have access to a custom-made automotive and motorsports destination that will open next year
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UAE car rental service Udrive expands to Saudi Arabia
Udrive, the 24/7 mobile-app car rental launches its Riyadh operations in an ambitious strategy to push growth in the Gulf and widen its customer base by next year.
The expansion comes as Udrive is geared for “supporting the nation’s long term development goals by reducing vehicle emissions and decreasing pressure on infrastructure” with plans to increase […]