Li Auto has officially signed partnership agreements with UAE-based Al Fahim Motors and Saudi Arabia’s Mohamed Yousuf Naghi Motors, marking its planned entry into the Middle East market with its extended-range electric vehicle lineup.
Abdul Latif Jameel Motors, the authorised distributor of Toyota vehicles in Saudi Arabia, has announced the launch of the all-new Toyota RAV4 in the Kingdom. The latest generation SUV arrives with updated styling, expanded hybrid options and enhanced technology, strengthening Toyota’s position in the competitive midsize SUV segment.
Škoda Auto has officially announced its entry into the fast-growing Saudi Arabian market, marking one of the brand’s most significant Middle East expansions to date. The Czech carmaker joins forces with SAMACO Motors, a long-standing Volkswagen Group partner, to bring a full portfolio of models and a fully digital retail experience to customers across the Kingdom.
Chevrolet has expanded its Captiva lineup in the Middle East with the introduction of two electrified models — the Captiva Electric Vehicle (EV) and the Captiva Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV). Building on the popularity of the original Captiva as a family-focused, value-packed SUV, the new variants mark the brand’s move to make future-forward mobility more accessible across the region.
Kia Middle East & Africa has showcased its first-ever pickup truck, the Kia Tasman, in an exclusive desert driving experience across Jordan. The event followed the model’s world premiere at the Jeddah International Motor Show in late 2024 and strong customer interest during its pre-booking phase.
Chevrolet has officially confirmed the return of the Cruze nameplate to the Middle East with the launch of the all-new 2026 model. Once a staple in the compact sedan segment, the Chevrolet Cruze is back with a modern design, new tech features, and improved efficiency. However, the UAE is not among the initial launch markets, with availability confirmed for KSA, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, and Bahrain.
Nissan unveiled the most powerful Nissan Patrol NISMO to date alongside the regional debut of the latest Nissan Z NISMO.
The headline act was undoubtedly the all-new Patrol NISMO, now boasting a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 churning out 495 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque in Sport mode. That’s a 70 hp bump over the standard Patrol, aimed squarely at regional buyers who demand both performance and presence. The NISMO-tuned suspension, enhanced aerodynamics, and motorsport-inspired visuals elevate the Patrol’s on-road performance capabilities.
Photos of the all-new 2025 Nissan Patrol Nismo edition have surfaced on social media, giving us the first look at the high-performance variant of the Y63 Patrol. The images, apparently snapped at a cargo-loading facility, reveal key Nismo styling cues that set it apart from the standard versions.
Jetour has unveiled an extended 7-seater version of its Jetour T2 SUV in China at the Shanghai Motor Show, now available in both petrol and plug-in hybrid variants. Dubbed the Jetour T2 Extended or T2 Plus, depending on the market, the new model offers more space and practicality while retaining the core features of the standard T2.
Chevrolet Middle East is charging ahead with its EV rollout, with the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV set to arrive in showrooms this summer. As the brand’s first fully electric version of the popular compact SUV, the Equinox EV aims to bring zero-emissions motoring to a wider audience without compromising everyday practicality.