Frank-Steffen Walliser suggested a lack of customer demand was the reason why Bentley has yet to launch an electric car
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Changan Automobile launches three brands in Middle East expansion
The company introduced three brands to the market: CHANGAN, AVATR, and DEEPAL
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
Tesla fined in South Korea for overstating driving range in advertisements
Antitrust regulator slaps a penalty of $2.2 million after range fell more than 50.5 percent in cold weather
Porsche rises in the headwind; landmark $72 billion listing is a big success
Shares rose nearly 3 percent and closed at $81.88; the biggest listing in Germany in 26 years; Abu Dhabi’s ADX and Qatar’s QIA among cornerstone investors
Car dealers and traders fuelled for growth with expansion of Sharjah’s Souq Al Haraj
The project adds more space for infrastructure, attracting more dealers, customers, and investors to the unique investment environment created for trading cars inside and outside the country
Five things to consider before buying an electric vehicle
While electric cars are better cars and better for the environment that those that run on combustion engines, you still need to make an informed decision and consider a number of factors before owning an electric car
Why Nissan Motors’ COO says now is the ‘time for action’ to combat climate change
Japanese car-manufacturer is looking at the electrification of its fleet, investing $18bn in the next five years in its product line-up, electrification of existing plants and the establishment of battery plants globally
UAE’s Selfdrive to accelerate expansion amid continued growth
Selfdrive, an entity of Pinewoods Technology Services, has more than 15 automobile brands with 65 different car models
How confidence is returning to the Gulf’s car sales market
New survey reveals attitudes have changed among GCC consumers compared to the start of the coronavirus pandemic
Mercedes sees Middle East sales uptick after taking coronavirus hit
Senior Middle East exec says Mercedes finished 2020 ‘strong’ amid renewed confidence in private transport
In pictures: The all-new 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost revealed
New Ghost is perfect in its simplicity, but creating this pure and detoxifying environment was one of the greatest challenges in the marque’s history. It is also the most technologically advanced motor car Rolls-Royce has ever produced.
In pictures: All-new Bentley Bentayga luxury SUV
New Bentayga is characterised by the introduction of a wealth of new, innovative and technologically advanced features that take the onboard experience to a higher level.
In pictures: The all-new BMW 4 Series Coupe
The elegantly sporty two-door fuses dynamically flowing lines, a body honed to deliver agile handling, and bespoke chassis tuning. The new 4 Series Coupe connects standout looks and exceptional performance with undeniable authenticity. Market launch from October 2020.
Video: Why Rolls-Royce cars are so expensive
Rolls-Royce makes some of the world’s most luxurious and expensive cars. Known for producing hand-crafted automobiles that promise a seamless “magical carpet ride” for its customers, Rolls-Royce’s cars do not come cheap.
Video: Why hydrogen cars will be Tesla’s biggest threat
Although the automotive industry seems like it’s slowly making a shift towards battery-powered vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles could be another great alternative to gas-powered cars.