Toyota Urban Cruiser was first launched in the GCC a couple of years ago. Thanks to its price and fuel efficiency, it quickly succeeded in the region. It was the first Toyota here to get a “Neo Drive” powertrain, a mild-hybrid system that combines the 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine with an integrated starter generator (ISG) that serves as both an electrified generator and motor.
The Toyota Camry and Honda Accord have been the top-selling midsize sedans for decades. Over the last decade, though, they have taken a bit of a backseat with the dominance of crossovers. However, these two models still form a sizeable chunk of sales for their respective brands.
Al Tayer Motors has just signed an agreement to distribute the electric vehicle brand Deepal in the UAE.
The 2025 Nissan Patrol has launched an all-new model after 15 years. While the previous Y62 generation model remained popular, a change was needed to improve the performance in terms of power and fuel efficiency. The Toyota Land Cruiser got a new model a few years earlier, in 2022.
The biggest talking points for both models have been the turbocharged engines that replace the V8. We take a closer look at these engines and the naturally aspirated engines on offer on both models.
First introduced in 2022, the Changan CS75 Plus recently received a minor facelift and some new features for the 2024 model. The CS75 Plus is in a very competitive segment, probably the most competitive segment. Every major brand offers a compact SUV, which the Japanese and Korean brands have a stronghold on.
The CS75 Plus entered the market strongly, with loads of features, back in 2022 and gained traction quickly with its competitive pricing.
Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company, in partnership with BYD, has officially opened a new showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. This facility highlights its dedication to advancing electric mobility in the UAE, which aligns with the government’s ambitious target of having over 40,000 electric vehicles (EVs) on the road by 2030.
Lotus has officially launched the Lotus Emeya, its first-ever four-door hyper-GT, in the UAE. Combining 75 years of engineering expertise with electric power, Lotus hopes to deliver a high-performance BEV in the luxury GT segment.
The Kia Sportage has been an important model for the Korean brand. The current generation was launched in 2021 and has been a popular choice for compact SUV buyers. In 2025, Kia launched the Sportage L or the Grand Sportage version in the UAE and GCC, offering more legroom and headroom.
Arabian Automobiles Company (AAC) is offering a host of facilities at its Nissan service centres to enhance customer experience, and we visited their Deira facility to see first-hand.
DriveArabia has been frequent visitors over the years to the facility. We initially serviced our Renault Safrane there in 2011 before shifting to their Sheikh Zayed Road location. In 2016, we started bringing our Nissan Patrol to the Deira service centre.
Our most recent visit was in late 2021, when we used the new pick-and-drop service they had just introduced. This service has become popular among customers,
Abu Dhabi Motors, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, has unveiled the all-new Mini Cooper 3-Door and the fully electric Mini Countryman SE ALL4 John Cooper Works Trim.
Mini Cooper 3-DoorThe 2025 MINI Cooper 3-Door arrives in two variants—Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works Trim. Both versions carry forward the brand’s distinctive design while integrating updated technology and features.
The new Mini Cooper 3-Door has a refreshed exterior, featuring an updated front grille, redesigned LED headlights, and a modern OLED screen.