The Volkswagen Group has increased its global market share in the first quarter of this year in spite of the continuing difficult situation on automobile markets, From January to March, the share rose to 11%. The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand ,to some extent, has bucked the negative economic trend, growing its world market share to 7.4% percent.
European tuner NOVITEC TRIDENTE now offers up a kit for the Maserati GranTurismo S, and it isn’t just all looks. A newly-developed supercharged V8 engine bumps up the power to supercar levels.
All wraps are now off as the latest addition to the MINI family, the new MINI Cabrio, has been revealed across the GCC. Guests at the launch event were treated to an extraordinary celebration of fashion, art, sport and fun to celebrate the arrival of the new MINI Cabrio and commemorate the brand’s 50 year anniversary.
The GCC countries boast of one of the highest per capita incomes in the world. The stable economy, a high population growth rate, and the lack of local automobile production, are the key factors behind the significant development of the automotive sector.
Gulf Craft Inc, a leading player in the global boat and yacht manufacturing industry, has experienced strong interest and sales from its debut appearance at the first ever Bahrain Boat Show. The appearance follows a successful participation at the Dubai International Boat Show and the Abu Dhabi Yacht Show earlier this year and consolidates the local manufacturer’s dominance of the GCC marine industry.
Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority is introducing a driving simulator for learner drivers. Apparently it is the first of its kind in the UAE, if not the GCC, and will be an additional learning tool alongside actual training on the road.
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has barely been released in the United States, and already it has been hit by a factory recall. It is a problem that causes the V8-powered Camaro SS to shut down, and a few American owners have experienced it. The issue is a battery cable that runs from the boot. Its insulation wears off from rubbing up against the starter and eventually causes a short, which ultimately causes the car itself to shut down.
The Volkswagen Driven By Performance seven day event brought together more than 200 dealers, partners and paid media from around the GCC region experienced the Volkswagen brand and technologies at the Dubai Autodrome recently.
Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, based in the US is known for tuning up GM sports cars such as the Chevrolet Corvette. They also beef up the exterior to give them a more aggressive look. They haven’t disappointed with the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Ford is now offering a new Sport trim level in Europe that will be available on the three-door models equipped with the 96 hp 1.4-litre and 120 hp 1.6-litre petrol engines as well as with the 90 hp 1.6-litre TDCi turbo diesel.