Almost fifty Chinese brands entered the UAE market in the past couple of years, and one can describe the entry of Soueast as fashionably late. But that doesn’t mean these models are strangers to our market. There is an element of familiarity in that many of them are rebadged Jetour …
Ford Territory 2026 Petrol Review: Eyes on Hybrid
As hybrids grow in popularity, Ford Territory introduces what it calls a Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle – simply meaning it need not be charged – even as it retains the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) version. Significant changes include a whole gamut of ADAS features, a more contemporary façade and useful …
NEWSVROOM Early May 2026
On a weekend in which Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar returns to competitive action in Round 4 of North America’s premier endurance racing series – the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – we look at compelling news that makes sense closer home. Featured on the cover is the Vantage on its way …
Ford Territory Hybrid 2026 Review: Economy Rules
Celebrating its gaining popularity in the compact SUV segment, Ford Territory afforded itself a little facelift, beginning with its more contemporary looking grille. However, the most striking change is the introduction of a hybrid powertrain combining a 1.5L petrol engine and a 64 kWh battery. Ford Territory Hybrid and ICE …
Lincoln Navigator 2025: Luxury that spells value
Think of a worthy rival to the Cadillac Escalade and now add the unlikely quality of ‘value’ – one unheard of in the luxury segment. You have arrived at the Navigator. Traditionally known to be the arch rival of GM’s epitome of luxury, the Lincoln Navigator from the house of …
Takata airbags recall from Stellantis
Stellantis has issued a ‘Stop Drive’ notice to certain Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, Jeep®, Opel and RAM vehicles manufactured between 2003 and 2018. The recall is a preventive measure following global safety assessments related to Takata airbag inflators. Authorized service centers across the Middle East will provide free repairs for all …
Only 1 in 4 rear passengers always wear seat belts!
Ever since its invention in 1959, the three-point seat belt is estimated to have saved over a million lives. Keeping passenger safety paramount, the UAE made seat belts mandatory for all passengers since July 1, 2017 with a penalty of 400 dirhams and four black points on the driver’s license. …
NEWSVROOM 2025 Catch Up Edition
End of 2025 saw some significant events. Our first task this New Year is to catch up with three of them. JAC launches three next-gen models Towards the end of 2025, Al Habtoor Motors marked a significant milestone in JAC’s growth in the UAE. As the exclusive distributor of JAC …
RAM 1500 RHO: Rhino Rush!
“A trail of dust rises like smoke that signals victory. Hoofs fall heavy on the ground and yet they approach with the swiftness and strength of a hurricane. The triumphant march over Martian terrains rises and falls in the recurring cadence of a thunderous laugh. It is the approach of …
VINFAST VF 8 All Electric: Lasting impressions
Vinfast is just one among the forty-five brands that have entered the UAE market in the recent past. However, there is something right they have done at the start and finish of the purchase cycle of the VF 8. Striking design to make a first impression and outstanding after-sales support …
