Mercedes Benz CLS sales up 573% among women in Abu Dhabi

Mercedes-Benz CLS one week getaway for a bride-to-be

Emirates Motor Company (EMC), Mercedes-Benz Authorized Distributor in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and the flagship company of Al Fahim Group, celebrates the bridal season with the 2012 Abu Dhabi Bride Show as the Platinum Sponsor of the event offering a lucky bride-to-be a one week getaway in the all-new Mercedes-Benz CLS. Read more

Self Driving Car: Carmaker demonstrates hands-free concept

Forget cruise control, now a completely hands-free driving experience is the goal of  carmakers worldwide.

BMW first announced plans to invent a self driving car in August 2011, although industry analysts  say the German carmaker likely won’t release its autonomous vehicle for another 10 to 15 years.

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Toyota DSF Special Promotion

Al-Futtaim Motors, exclusive distributors for Toyota in the UAE has got even more festive this year with an unbeatable DSF special promotion.

Four different Toyota models- Yaris, Corolla, Aurion and Rav4 will be on Toyota DSF Special Promotion with prices respectively at AED 49,000, AED 55,000, AED 89,000 and AED 99,000.

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World Solar Car Challenge 2011 winner to debut at World Future Energy Summit 2012

• Equipped with solar cells boasting the highest level of conversion efficiency in the world
• Car developed by Tokai University in collaboration with leading Japanese automakers

Tokai Challenger, winner of the 2009 and 2011 World Solar Challenge, the world’s premier race for solar cars, is set to make its Middle East debut at the World Future Energy Summit from January 16. The Tokai Challenger will be available for visitors to view in Hall 9 of Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), for the duration of the Summit.

The Tokai Challenger, a high-speed solar car developed byTokai University in Japan, is equipped with Sharp-manufactured solar cells boasting the highest level of conversion efficiency in the world. The car, which has a top speed of 160 kilometers per hour, has been designed and tested by students from Tokai Read more

Winter package on select Mercedes Benz models

• Special discounts and complimentary service at 15,000 kms on selected models
• Vehicles on show at Select Emirates NBD branches

Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, announced today, a tie-up with Gargash Enterprises, the authorised distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Dubai, to offer customers a flat rate of 3.25 per cent (around 6 per cent reducing rate), on purchases of select models of Mercedes Benz vehicles. The promotion runs across all Emirates NBD branches and Mercedes Benz showrooms until December 30, 2011.
“This tie-up with Gargash Enterprises came about as a result of listening to what our customers want, and follows from the Emirates NBD and Mercedes joint sponsorship of the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters tournament,” said Saif Al Mansoori, Deputy Head – Group Marketing and Branding, Emirates NBD. “We understand that luxury vehicles are a popular lifestyle choice in this part of the world, and today’s announcement makes it possible to own a top-of-the-range car at affordable rates.” Read more

Winners of 4th Emirates Classic Car Festival at Downtown Dubai honoured

Thousands of spectators soaked up the unprecedented spectacle of classic cars and motorbikes that were displayed on Emaar Boulevard in Downtown Dubai, as well as the colourful parades, to mark the fourth Emirates Classic Car Festival.

The annual event was organised by Emaar Properties in association with the UAE Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development; and the Automobile & Touring Club of the United Arab Emirates (ATCUAE) and the official representative of FIVA; the ‘Fédération Internationale des Véhicules Anciens’ – the worldwide authority for historic vehicles. The event was held in partnership with Chevrolet Centennial and Blancpain. Read more

Etihad Airways celebrates UAE’s 40th National Day with Free Tickets

Etihad Airways is giving away dozens of free tickets to two of its newest destinations; Dusseldorf in Germany and Chengdu in China.

Forty return tickets will be given away for the inaugural flights to both destinations in December as part of a special promotion to celebrate the UAE’s 40th birthday. Read more

Lexus announces arrival of 2012 ES 350

• The ES350 for the model year 2012 is now available across the UAE

Lexus, distributed exclusively in the UAE by Al-Futtaim Motors, has announced the arrival of the 2012 luxury sedan ES350, incorporating interior and exterior upgrades to ensure customer delight. Read more

Toyota expands Xtreme Range

• Toyota Land Cruiser, FJ Cruiser and Hilux “Xtremely” modified
• Xtreme Line-up expansion announced at Motorshow

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EMGAS CNG-powered vehicles at Dubai International Motor Show

Joins hands with Volkswagen Middle East to showcase CNG-powered Passat Variant

Emirates Gas (EMGAS), a subsidiary of the Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), is showcasing the energy efficiency and environment friendly attributes of compressed natural gas (CNG) powered automobiles at the Dubai International Motor Show being held until November 14, 2011 at the Dubai International Convention Centre.

EMGAS is also partnering with Volkswagen Middle East to display a CNG-powered Passat Variant car, to underline the practical application of CNG in cars and the value addition it brings to the users and the community at large. Read more

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