Asian Car News

Omoda and Jaecoo recently debuted as independent brands at Auto Shanghai 2023. It was called the Chery Omoda before, but now the parent company has decided to launch it as an independent brand as they are considered to be more luxury. Among the cars unveiled at the event were the Omoda 5 e-QUA, the brand’s first purely electric vehicle, and the Jaecoo 7 and Jaecoo 9.

Omoda and Jaecoo are mainly focused on establishing electric cars. As of now, Omoda and Jaecoo will enter the Saudi Arabian market with petrol versions. However, in the later stages, EV models will also be introduced globally and in the UAE and KSA markets.

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Abdul Latif Jameel Motors, the authorized distributor of Toyota vehicles in Saudi Arabia, unveiled the 2023 Toyota Urban Cruiser, the latest addition to Toyota’s growing compact SUV lineup in the Kingdom. The all-new five-seater compact SUV offers fuel efficiency, a spacious interior and advanced features.

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The Japanese carmaker Mitsuoka is not a household name like Toyota or Nissan. But they certainly grab some attention, thanks to their eccentric designs like the Mitsuoka Orochi. Their creations are primarily based on other vehicles, and this time, for the 2023 Mitsuoka Viewt, they have picked a Yaris.

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One of the biggest and most awaited motor shows in the world, the Shanghai Autoshow features vehicles with the most cutting-edge technology and design in the automotive space. The event, which takes place every two years in Shanghai, China, draws automotive enthusiasts, business personnel, car dealerships and automotive media from around the globe. A broad variety of automobiles, including electric and driverless vehicles as well as luxury and sports models, were showcased at the Shanghai Auto Show in 2023, and DriveArabia was there thanks to Great Wall Motors (GWM).

Over 80% of the vehicles were either hybrid or electric,

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In line with its long-standing mission to ensure customer safety, Nissan Middle East has taken a bold step to reduce the presence of counterfeit spare parts in the region. Engaging a broad aftersales ecosystem, Nissan has undertaken the development and delivery of counterfeit spare part identification training sessions for authorities, partners and customers across the Middle East.

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Every working man’s unsung hero is his reliable daily driver. For many, it is the Honda Civic. In 2022 we got an all-new model ready to take on rivals like the Toyota Corolla and Hyundai Elantra in the competitive compact sedan segment.

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The new fourth-generation 2023 Nissan X-Trail has been completely refreshed and was recently launched in the UAE and the rest of the GCC. The new model has a bolder design and features lots of new technology and safety features. Starting at just AED 99,900, it is positioned as an urban crossover in a very competitive compact segment. Like its predecessor, the fourth-generation trims come with a 7-seater option as well. It follows Nissan’s new design language, which we have seen already on the new Pathfinder that was released last year.  

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Lexus RC and RC F enter the new year in their home market with a few updates to improve handling and safety.

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Since its launch in 2017, the Kia Stinger has been a machine that racked up praises. But unfortunately, it could not translate the interest into sales. As an effect, the timeline is about to end for this grand tourer from South Korea. The Kia Stinger tribute Edition arrives to bring the short yet loved life of the Stinger to a close in an eventful fashion.

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Building on its remarkable craftsmanship and unmatched performance, the 2023 Infiniti QX60 arrives with upgraded technology, a sleeker appearance, and revised accent colours to cater to every driver’s preference.

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