Month: May 2026

First Drive: 2026 Skoda Superb Selection Wagon "Combi"

First Drive: 2026 Skoda Superb Selection Wagon “Combi”

In a market dominated by SUVs, the new Skoda Superb Combi quietly reminds you why large wagons still make a lot of sense. Sold as the “Selection Wagon” in the GCC market, the Superb Combi blends executive-car comfort with practicality that even many SUVs struggle to match. It is spacious, refined, efficient and surprisingly enjoyable to drive, all while standing out from the crowd with its understated European styling.

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Shiva Kumar

Interview: Shiva Kumar on GWM’s UAE Growth Strategy, Customer Confidence and Long-Term Expansion Plans

As the UAE automotive market continues to evolve amid shifting global conditions, brands are increasingly focusing on long-term customer confidence, aftersales support, and network expansion. Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor has been steadily strengthening its presence in the UAE through a growing lineup of SUVs and pickups positioned around technology, value, and practicality.

In this interview with DriveArabia.com, Shiva Kumar, GWM Divisional Head at Saeed & Mohammed Al Naboodah Group, discusses GWM’s current position in the UAE market, the importance of aftersales and customer trust,

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AGMC new logo

AGMC Marks 50 Years with New Brand Identity

AGMC has unveiled a new brand identity and evolved operating model as the company marks its 50th anniversary in the UAE, positioning itself beyond traditional automotive retail and into a broader mobility-focused ecosystem.

Founded in 1976, AGMC has long been known in the UAE as the official representative for premium automotive brands including BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and BMW Motorrad. Under its new structure, the company says it is bringing together its automotive partnerships and AGMC-owned mobility businesses under a single master brand identity built around the slogan “Always Moving.”

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GWM

GWM showcases future-ready technology and global ambitions at Beijing Auto Show

At the Beijing Auto Show 2026 in Beijing, GWM (Great Wall Motor) unveiled what it describes as its most ambitious technology and product offensive to date, led by the global debut of the new GWM ONE S platform. The new architecture marks a major shift in the company’s global strategy, combining multi-powertrain flexibility with native AI integration, while reinforcing GWM’s long-term ambitions in key markets including the Middle East.

For the UAE and wider GCC region, where GWM vehicles are represented by the Saeed Juma Al Naboodah Group, the spotlight remains firmly on the rapid growth of the HAVAL and TANK brands,

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100 Years of GMC in the Region: How “Jims” Became the Middle East’s Definition of Capability

100 Years of GMC in the Region: How “Jims” Became the Middle East’s Definition of Capability

As General Motors marks 100 years in the Middle East, GMC reflects that legacy in its purest form – built on real capability, everyday confidence, and a presence that resonates across the region.

From early commercial trucks that supported infrastructure development to today’s premium, tech-driven SUVs and pickups, GMC has built its reputation around one core idea: capability that works in the real world, particularly in the harsh conditions of the Middle East.

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Chevrolet Silverado

Chevrolet Middle East at 100: A Brand Built Into Everyday Life in the Middle East

For most people in the Middle East, Chevrolet isn’t just a brand they recognise; it’s a brand they’ve likely owned, ridden in, or grown up around.

As General Motors marks 100 years in the region, Chevrolet’s story is less about milestones and more about moments: first cars, daily commutes, family road trips and the kind of dependable mobility that quietly becomes part of everyday life.

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MotoDrome

Dubai Autodrome launches MotoDrome off-road riding destination

Dubai Autodrome, a subsidiary of Union Properties, has introduced MotoDrome, a purpose-built off-road motorsport facility aimed at consolidating multiple riding disciplines into a single structured environment in the UAE.

Located within the venue’s Hill Circuit, MotoDrome expands Dubai Autodrome’s year-round offering by adding a dedicated off-road riding hub designed to accommodate a wide range of users, from beginners to experienced riders.

At the centre of the facility is a motocross circuit, supported by a separate flow track aimed at smaller bikes and entry-level riders. The wider setup also caters to quads,

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