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Xiaomi announces release date for EV
It will be its first foray into the electric vehicle sector.
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Plan to end e-vehicle subsidies sparks anger in Germany
BERLIN, GERMANY - The German government on Sunday faced a backlash after abruptly ending an electric car subsidy scheme in a blow to the already struggling automotive industry. The scheme is one of the casualties of a budget crisis caused by a shock constitutional court ruling in November that upended the... -
PIF sets up Tasaru Mobility Investments
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Ceer and Siemens deal to boost EV in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh-based Ceer is collaborating with Siemens Digital Industries Software to accelerate Ceer’s digital transformation and empower its engineers to design and build truly next-generation vehicles. -
RAKEZ unveils ‘open yards’ to enhance business facilities
RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE - Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) has launched ‘open yards’ as part of its comprehensive facility offerings. Located in the mainland area of Al Ghail Industrial Zone, these units are readily available for businesses seeking expansive and versatile spaces for their operations. With the introduction... -
ADDED signs pact with Valeo to set up automotive technology hub in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, UAE - Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has partnered with Valeo to develop the automotive industry here by establishing a technology hub to manufacture autonomous and electric car components in the emirate. The hub will develop industrial solutions to support local electric car startups in Abu... -
‘Morocco economy robust, 80% of exports manufactured products’
The country managed to restrict inflation to 6 percent and sustain jobs despite challenges, the North African nation's Industry and Trade Minister, Ryad Mezzour, tells TRENDS. -
Sustainable innovations to help Gulf industries reduce CO2 emissions, says report
Seven industries - advanced manufacturing services, retail, banking, energy, healthcare, consumer products, and automotive - are poised to be the key gainers, says a report. -
JAFZA facilitates more than a third of Dubai automotive volume
Dubai, UAE-- Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), part of DP World Group, has facilitated over 1.2 million metric tons (MT) from Dubai’s total volume of around 4.8 million MT of vehicle and transport commodities transited through the emirate in 2021. This is equivalent to $12.4 billion, more than a third... -
Fuel prices drive demand for hybrid vehicles in UAE
While some buyers are opting for smaller compact SUVs and electric vehicles, others are putting their purchase decisions on hold and looking at car rentals to save on mobility costs. -
New trends drive Arab automotive growth
From pre-owned cars to electric vehicles, a number of trends are driving the growth of the automobile sector in countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia. -
Sustainability drives region’s luxury car demand
UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are the three top performing GCC markets when it comes to appetite for high-end cars, Hamid Haqparwar, MD of BMW Group Middle East, tells TRENDS. -
GlobalFoundries makes its market debut on Nasdaq
The IPO comes at a time when demand for semiconductors and microchips is red hot due to the ongoing global shortage that has negatively impacted sectors ranging from automotive manufacturing to consumer electronics, forcing many companies to scale back production and cut targets. -
Morocco is Africa’s new automotive manufacturing hub
Morocco’s Automotive industry is growing exponentially each year with car sales exceeding 160,000 units in 2021, and creating over 220,000 direct jobs. -
Gargash Group buys out Deem Finance for unknown sum
Gargash Goup, the UAE-based conglomerate, has bought out Deem Finance, the financial services provider, for an undisclosed sum. The conglomerate has businesses in automotive, real estate and non-banking financial services sectors.