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New Bentayga EWB Launches In Qatar With Special “Qatar Editions By Mulliner”
The new Bentayga Extended Wheelbase (EWB) is launching in Qatar with the creation of a special edition series – the ‘Qatar Editions by Mulliner’. Bentley Mulliner excels in the creation of unique and one-off commissions, which are handcrafted and personalised, representing the ultimate in Bentley luxury; and for the arrival of the Bentley flagship in…
The Wait Is Over: 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V, The Industry’s Most Powerful Full-Size SUV1, Is Now Available Across The Middle East
Cadillac Middle East announced today that the much-anticipated 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V has arrived to the region. As part of the fourth generation of the V-Series lineup, the Escalade-V retains the iconic lineage while elevating performance, design, and technology, and is guaranteed to dominate street presence. The industry’s most powerful full-size SUV1 is available as of…
Lamborghini Abu Dhabi To Open The First Luxury Service Centre In Yas Marina Circuit
Lamborghini Dubai & Abu Dhabi has opened a state-of-the-art service centre at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. Now open, the new Lamborghini Service Centre will offer customers in the capital and beyond, an opportunity to bring their cars in for first-class after-sales services while also enhancing Lamborghini Abu Dhabi’s commitment to providing unrivalled…
Cadillac CELESTIQ Establishes New Standard of Automotive Luxury
Cadillac has drawn from every era and element of its rich heritage to deliver the most advanced, most luxurious and one of the most important vehicles the brand has ever produced. The Cadillac CELESTIQ is a hand-crafted, all-electric, ultra-luxury flagship that reestablishes the iconic brand as the Standard of the World, while serving as the…
Arabian Automobiles Makes The INFINITI QX55 All The More Enticing
Arabian Automobiles, the exclusive dealer for INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates, is marking October with an exclusive offer on the INFINITI QX55. Finding the right luxury crossover is sometimes challenging, but the QX55 encapsulates style, efficiency and power, all of which draw onlookers’ and buyers’ attention. Arabian Automobiles is further adding to…
Nissan Transforming Middle East Customer Experience
Nissan Middle East is transforming the customer journey for vehicle owners across the region, with innovative digital solutions delivering improved services and increasing levels of customer satisfaction and engagement. The suite of digital options now available, optimized in line with customer feedback, has resulted in increased levels of customer engagement on Nissan’s web platforms across…
Automobili Pininfarina Expands Middle East Presence: Nine Motors Appointed New Retail Partner In Saudi Arabia
Luxury Italian carmaker, Automobili Pininfarina has appointed Nine Motors as its official retail partner in Saudi Arabia, further expanding its presence in the GCC. A subsidiary of The Leading Holding Co. (TLHC), Nine Motors will be responsible for the sales and service of Automobili Pininfarina’s award-winning Battista. The pure-electric hyper GT is making its first…
Ultimate Motors – The New Authorised Dealer For Automobili Lamborghini In Dubai & Abu Dhabi
UAE based company, Ultimate Motors has been confirmed as the new authorised dealer for Automobili Lamborghini in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Since the 1st of August 2022, the current and new Lamborghini customers across Dubai and Abu Dhabi can refer to the dealership located in Sheikh Zayed Road for all sales (including new and certified…
Dubai Industrial City Announces The Official Opening Of The Al Damani Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Factory By M Glory
M Glory Holding Group and Dubai Industrial City, a member of TECOM Group PJSC, announce the opening of Al Damani’s new 45,000-sqft factory, which represents a major milestone in the manufacturing of electric cars to meet a rising demand for green mobility to reduce global carbon emissions. The new plant houses the temporary assembly line,…
UAE Used Car Buying Tips For Beginners – Things You Must Know Before Buying Your First Used Car In UAE
When you’re ready to buy your first used car, it’s essential to do your research and go into the process with a plan. Here are some tips for used car buyers in the UAE on how to get the best deal on your next car. Knowing what to expect can help you make the best…
Effortless Power And Exceptional Performance With The All-New Tahoe RST
The Chevrolet Tahoe has long been regarded by many in the Middle East as the go to SUV for all things adventure, off-road, and family, tackled by the various trims the SUV model offers. However, for the first time in the region, Chevrolet, earlier this year introduced the all new 2022 Tahoe RST trim, unleashing…
Automobili Lamborghini Unveils The New Urus Performante
Automobili Lamborghini unveiled the all-new Urus Performante, a new benchmark for Super SUV ‘fun to drive’ performance, at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. The Urus Performante is the newest and most technologically advanced version of the Super SUV model to date, which is now the fastest production SUV to climb to the Pikes Peak summit…
Dr. Alazazi; Businesswomen Behind First Uae Built Ev, Launch In End Of June 2022
The Al Damani DMV 300 is the first electric vehicle to be manufactured entirely in the United Arab Emirates. Production is set to start at the end of June 2022. Al Damani DMV300 fully electric car which has a battery capacity of 52.7 kWh, a top speed of 160 km/h, and can cover more than…
2023 Model Year Software Status For All Taycan Variants
Worldwide, more than 75,000 examples of the Taycan have been delivered since Porsche introduced its first all-electric sports car at the end of 2019. Now, a comprehensive update is on the horizon: regardless of vehicle age, engine and body, all model variants can be brought up to the status of the 2023 model year with…
One Millionth Export Mg Rolls Off The Production Line, As Brand Goes From Strength To Strength In The Middle East
MG Motor has celebrated a major milestone, with the one millionth vehicle destined for international export rolling off the production line. The historic model was a new MG ZS, a symbol of the impressive achievements of the British-born car brand since it commenced exports following its acquisition by SAIC Motor in 2007. MG now sells…
Emirates Motor Company Officially Inaugurates Its Fully Digitalised, New Airport Road Showroom, Together With An Innovative State-Of-The-Art Service Centre
Emirates Motor Company, the authorised general distributor for Mercedes-Benz in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, hosted the grand opening of its newly refurbished showroom on Airport Road, marking the completion of a significant three-phase investment that has been undertaken over the past year. At the inauguration ceremony, Emirates Motor Company hosted over 200 guests and…
Mercedes-Benz Trucks Showcases Its Safety Standars With Its A-Z Guide To Safety
Avoiding accidents or, at the very least, reducing the severity of their consequences is a top priority for Mercedes-Benz Trucks – and this is why the company is always researching and developing new and effective, safety, assistance systems, while regularly optimising the existing systems to ensure safety of its customers and other road users. Since…
DEWA Electric Vehicle Charging Stations In Dubai: The Complete List
We are entering an era where the automotive landscape is shifting towards a sustainable future, leaving behind exhaustive resources such as fossil fuels for renewable resources such as electricity and hydrogen fuels. Major automakers around the world have traced a trajectory towards complete dependence on electricity while phasing out models with internal combustion engines. In…
Top Five Most Favourite Sedans Of The UAE – Part II
In the last article, I talked about UAE’s five most favourite sedans from Asian manufacturers. This time, we’re moving up north to find out which European sedans have a great fan base in the Middle East. Here they are, in no particular order.
RTA Approved Driving Schools In Dubai: All You Need To Know
To ensure the best quality driving schools in Dubai, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai mandated the schools to be assessed and approved by them. In all, there are a total of five driving schools with several branches across Dubai where one can learn as well as apply for RTA licence. We discuss…
Five Point Comparo: 2019 Audi A6 Vs BMW 5-Series Vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Earlier this month, Audi unveiled the new A6 in the Middle East. The potent moniker from the German automaker’s line-up arrived with a plethora of innovations to its segment. Ahead of this, the brand’s German brand’s rivals BMW and Mercedes-Benz graced the UAE with the 5-Series and E-Class respectively. While all the three are closely…
Ranked: 5 Of The Most Powerful And Fastest Cars Of 2018
With nearly a week left for the year to end, we at CarPrices are finally unleashing our retrospective articles compiling the good and the bad, the beautiful and the ugly, the impressive and the disappointments, so on and so forth. This year has particularly been huge for electric cars as well as their hyper-car iterations….
Lexus Unveils The UX Crossover In Dubai
Dubai International Finance Centre was witness to the unveiling of the brand-new Lexus UX last weekend. The name “UX” is short for Urban Crossover.
Five Alternatives To The 2019 GMC Acadia
GMC has brought the 2019 Acadia crossover to the UAE, complete with a fresh design and new electronics package. Let’s take a look at your options in the GMC Acadia’s segment.
Kia Carnival 2021: A Closer Look
The Kia Carnival, or Kia Sedona in some markets, looks like what happens when a Kia Soul and a Toyota Alphard get together. That does not mean it is a bad car. Read on to know more!
2020 Toyota Fortuner: What Else Can You Buy?
The Toyota Fortuner has been one of Toyota’s bestselling models across the globe. Underpinned by the Hilux platform, this luxury SUV can take you off the beaten path and bring you back safely. No wonder other manufacturers are after the lucrative segment that Toyota rules in the UAE. The 2020 Toyota Fortuner receives a facelift…
2020 Toyota Fortuner and Hilux Get Facelifts
Toyota revealed the facelifted Fortuner SUV and Hilux pickup truck in the GCC to rejuvenate these two models. Although the Fortuner wasn’t in any real need of an upgrade, the retouch has freshened up the Hilux-based SUV.
2019 Nissan Altima: Up Close And Personal
Introduction The Nissan Altima has been the cornerstone of Nissan’s offerings in the midsize saloon segment. From humble beginnings in 1992 to its present avatar, the Altima has come a long way. Every generation since 1992 has had something new to offer hitherto never seen in the segment. For its sixth generation, Nissan has given…
Five Alternatives To The 2019 Honda HR-V
Honda recently unveiled three cars at its ‘Power of 3’ event. The Honda HR-V and CR-V are all-new for 2019, while the Honda Pilot receives a mid-life facelift. While the Honda CR-V is a popular crossover in UAE, the HR-V is making a comeback in a sharper avatar than before.
2019 Chevrolet Corvette Lineup To Cost More
It might have been a rough month for the Corvette aficionados as the mid-engined C8 iterations have lately been grabbing the headline for all the wrong reasons. After news of the C8 Corvette not making it to the Detroit Auto Show next month, recent reports now suggest that the car will be delayed by at…
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300: What else can you buy?
The new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 SUV just debuted globally. For the same money, which cars can be considered as worthy alternatives? The Middle Eastern market should receive the facelift in due time. In the meanwhile, here are five good options for the same money.
Most Popular Hatchbacks of the UAE – Part II
In the last article, we took a look at popular hatchbacks in the UAE manufactured by Japanese automakers. In this article, we’ll move to Europe and the USA and list down the most favourite cars from those regions.
Most Popular Hatchbacks of the UAE – Part I
Hatchback. A small, practical car that is handy for most of your driving and commuting needs. These little cars bring the bread and butter for automakers since they see the highest sales volumes consistently. Here we bring you UAE’s most favourite hatchbacks in no specific order. First up are hatchbacks from Japanese manufacturers:
High-Hauling Comparo: Toyota Land Cruiser Vs Nissan Patrol
While the roads of UAE are evidently dominated by high-hauling vehicles, Toyota and Nissan might be the sportiest of all the automakers to dominate the segment. The Toyota’ Land Cruiser and the Nissan Patrol have carved a niche for themselves in the market and the sales figures are the biggest proofs. We can picture nothing…
Five Point Comparo: 2019 GMC Acadia Vs 2019 Ford Explorer
GMC announced the arrival of the 2019 Acadia in the Middle East. The new mid-size SUV enters the segment with a bag full of features, lighter chassis and improved fuel efficiency. With the SUV segment gaining momentum in recent times, each car is expected to pack enough firepower to put up a worthy fight against…
The Four Dubai RTA Smart Apps You Need To Download Right Now!
Pushing for a hassle-free service in regards to traffic duties, Dubai RTA has managed to work around most problems with a digital solution. Cutting down mundane trips and long waiting times at the RTA centres in the city, the authority now lets you do most work either via the internet or their own smartphone applications….
Audi A6 2019: A Closer Look
Introduction Audi debuted the first-ever A6 in 1994 as an alternative to the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Since then, the company has been steadily updating and modernizing the badge to bring it to its present cutting-edge avatar. Although Audi cars have become quite identical nowadays owing to their design language, the 2019 Audi A6…
Salik Road Toll System: All You Need To Know
The Arabic word Salik roughly translates to ‘clear and moving’ in English, which is exactly what the Dubai RTA aims at providing the commuters with. The electronic toll road system or Salik has been designed using special RFID technology that automatically deducts a fee from the tag when a toll gate is passed under. At…
Five-Point Comparo: Toyota Corolla Vs Honda Civic
In this edition of the five-point comparo, we take a closer look at Toyota’s bestselling sedan and Honda’s contender to the champion in the midsize sedan segment. Does the Honda Civic pose a serious challenge to the Toyota Corolla in UAE? Let’s find out.
Top Five Most Favourite Sedans Of The UAE – Part I
Despite there being a global image of the UAE being full of cars like the Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Ford F-150, And exotic hypercars, the fact is that all sorts of cars ply the roads of this country. You can find everything here from a humble hatchback to a fire-breathing hypercar with a 16-cylinder motor….
Five Coupes Under AED 200,000 You Can Take To The Racetrack
Track days are something every petrolhead has grown up dreaming about. The sheer freedom of using up all the road to push your car’s limits, the sporting spirit at the race, the feel of your car screaming away to glory: racing is an addiction. However, most of us mere mortals are denied access to the…
Overview: 2019 BMW 3-Series
Introduction The BMW 3-Series was introduced in 1975. Now in its seventh generation, the popular midsize sedan is miles ahead of its predecessor in every sense. The German rear-wheel-drive saloon has a huge fan following in the UAE owing to its excellent driving dynamics. The seventh-gen BMW 3-Series has an evolved design compared to the…
2020 Kia Telluride: What Else Can You Buy?
Kia is surely late to the high-hauling party, but it has brought its finest wine. So far, American old-timers such as Cadillac and GMC have been known to dominate the SUV segment, amid which the Korean manufacturer needed a moniker that would put up an interesting fight against the established products. And Telluride is surely…
Top Five Most Favourite Sedans Of The UAE – Part III
In the previous two features, we talked about sedans that tick with the customers of the UAE. Some were from Asia, while others were European. In this article, we will move far west and see which American sedans make the cut here in the UAE. Here are five of them, in no particular order.
FIVE-POINT COMPARO: MERCEDES-AMG G63 VS RANGE ROVER SPORT
UAE has always taken a liking to powerful SUVs with a commanding road presence. The 2019 Mercedes-AMG G63 and 2019 Range Rover Sport fit the bill perfectly in both regards. Here’s a quick look at how these two SUVs stack up against each other in this five-point comparo.
Five-Point Comparo: Toyota Camry Vs Nissan Altima
You either fixate on high-hauling vehicles bashing through the dunes of the desserts or executive sedans cruising on the highway while picturing the motoring scene in Dubai. In our previous comparo, we took up one of the most dilemmatic comparisons between the Toyota Land Cruiser and the Nissan Patrol. Likewise, it’s the turn of sedans…
First-Ever Cadillac XT4 Debuts In The Middle East
Cadillac debuted the all-new 2019 Cadillac XT4 in the Middle East for the first time. The compact SUV will kick off the brand’s product offensive in the region 2020 onwards.
FIVE-POINT COMPARO: TOYOTA RAV4 VS GMC TERRAIN
Both these cars are their firms’ respective bestsellers in the midsize crossover segment. Both of them are suitably loaded with features and packed with performance. And finally, both of them are versatile with a no-nonsense approach towards design. But which car, between the 2019 GMC Terrain and 2019 Toyota RAV4, suits your preferences? Have a…
