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Volkswagen plans electric car in 2013: head

German auto maker Volkswagen hopes to turn out its first all-electric car in 2013, VW head Martin Winterkorn said Friday. AFP - 04Jul 05:17GMT
Qatar: Boom Time For Used Car Market

The second hand car market in Qatar has become alive with the onset of summer, as a number of vacationers as well as laid-off employees are trying to sell out their cars before heading home. The Peninsula - 03Jul 07:24GMT
First-of-its-kind service center opens in Jeddah

Suzuki Saudia, the sole distributor of Suzuki vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and part of the Bamarouf Group, has recently inaugurated a spacious fully-equipped service center on Palestine Street, Jeddah, in line with its strategy to maximize customer satisfaction through after-sales services. Press Release - 02Jul 12:07GMT
Added value for Mercedes-Benz G-Class

To coincide with its 30th birthday, the legendary G-Class now benefits from additional features that enhance the comfort and exclusivity of the interior. Press Release - 02Jul 07:57GMT
TAC launches special Mazda scheme for OAB customers

Keeping in line with their concept of getting closer to customers, Towell Auto Centre (TAC) has joined hands with Oman Arab Bank (OAB) to provide retail financing facilities for its Mazda range of cars. Press Release - 02Jul 07:43GMT
Luxury Motor Show set to take off in Riyadh

The third edition of EXCS International Luxury Motor Show will be held on Oct. 27, 2009 in Riyadh this year, Abdullah Al Shammasy, executive manager of EXCS, the organizer of the show said. The Saudi Gazette - 02Jul 07:26GMT
BMW Z4 debut in Saudi Arabia reflects economic strength

Following its global debut at the Detroit Motor Show earlier this year, the new BMW Z4 - a modern interpretation of the classic roadster design - has made its much-anticipated arrival in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Gazette - 02Jul 07:09GMT
Syrian-Iranian Discussions on joint Industrial Projects

Syria's Minister of Industry Fuad Issa al-Juni discussed with Iranian Minister of Housing and Urban Development Mohammed Saeedi-Kia the developments of the Iranian industrial projects and the joint projects in Syria. SANA (Syria Arab News Agency) - 02Jul 06:37GMT
Auto Growth at 5.4% in Iran

Despite a 3.7-percent fall in the global automaking sector in 2008, Iran's auto-manufacturing sector witnessed a 5.4-percent growth, the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (IOMVM) reported. Iran Daily - 01Jul 06:52GMT
McLaren cars race into the Gulf

McLaren Automotive, the high performance sports car manufacturer based at the home of McLaren's world-famous Formula 1 racing team, has announced further details on its Middle East plans. Press Release - 30Jun 12:15GMT

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