Though officially not sold in our market, the Toyota 4Runner has a few fans here. And why not? Off-road-oriented ladder-frame SUVs are hard to find now, and 4Runner is a member of this rare cult. Now for the 2022 model year, the 4Runner gets small updates in the United States.
Following the footsteps of the Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Kia EV6, Genesis unveils their own version, the Genesis GV60. This joins the luxury marque’s first dedicated EV, the Genesis G80 EV. The plush Korean EV will come in single- and dual-motor flavours, with up to 483 hp.
Nissan launched the new 2022 Patrol 70th Anniversary model in the region, following its world premiere at Expo 2020 Dubai earlier this week. Furthering the SUV’s success in the Middle East, the 2022 Patrol 70th Anniversary is a commemorative model exclusive to the Gulf region.
The 2022 Patrol 70th Anniversary model is more luxurious and connected than ever before with numerous stylistic and technological advancements. A V-Motion grille and new 20-inch machine cut alloy wheels embellish the exterior, while all-new burgundy interiors elevate the level of opulence within the cabin. An all-new 12.3-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity along with new 10.1-inch rear entertainment screens,
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution, has become the world’s first Islamic bank and the first bank in the region to launch a digital ecosystem for auto- related needs “Turbo”.
Ineos set out to build a no-nonsense vehicle for hardcore off-road enthusiasts that mainstream carmakers claim isn’t feasible any more. The result is the Ineos Grenadier, which caught an unexpected amount of attention when it was revealed. We were recently invited by the British company to experience a ride in the Grenadier prototype, right here in the UAE.
Back in 1981, the Dubai Autodrome facility hosted the country’s first ever Grand Prix as part of the nation’s 10th Anniversary. Then Chief of Police, the 28-year-old Dhahi Khalfan Tamin and Major Saeed Khalfan, who was also the Chairman of Al Nasr Motor Sports Club, approached Marin Hone to run a one-off Dubai Grand Prix with global famous drivers including Nigel Mansell, Juan Manuel Fangio, and Stirling Moss, among others. This event stirred great interest in racing enthusiasts and has successfully put Dubai’s name on the region’s history of motorsport.
Infiniti recently launched the all-new QX55 SUV in the UAE’s Dubai Design District. It is an all-new nameplate to the luxury brand, with the “crossover coupe” design taking inspiration from their mid-size FX-series.
GM also announced OnStar will officially launch in the UAE on December 2nd, 2021. OnStar, projected to generate $2 billion in annual revenue globally, is an in-vehicle safety and security technology that provides customers with a suite of connected services.
Gary West, Managing Director of OnStar and Future Mobility for GM Africa & Middle East commented, “OnStar is a service like no other, offering unparalleled levels of safety and security backed by human touch. It is already the leading connectivity platform globally with more than 16 million connected vehicles on the road today. With the approval and support of the UAE Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority,
General Motors announced 13 new Electric Vehicles will be launched in the Middle East by 2025, starting with the Chevrolet Bolt EUV, GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac LYRIQ. All three models were showcased at GM’s Exhibit Zero Arabia event recently at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Ford revealed the all-new Ranger today. Featuring an all-new design and loads of added new features in terms of performance, handling, cargo space and safety, Ford’s global team of engineers and designers, led by the Product Development Center in Australia, have put in the work to create a pickup truck which can be used for both commercial and private use.