Over 50 3M Autocare Centers established across Middle East

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, 13th February, 2013: 3M, a recognized leader in research and development today announced the launch of its second Authorized Autocare Center in the oasis city of Al Ain.

Introduced with an objective to provide an integrated portfolio of proven autocare solutions to consumers, the new 3M autocare center that is spread over an area of 600 sq ft. has been inaugurated in the Al Hilli industrial area of Al Ain. 

With the inauguration of the new center, 3M has now established 20 dedicated authorized autocare centers in the UAE and over 50 similar state of the art centers across the Middle East, thereby providing unmatched network, accessibility and convenience to consumers in the country. The newly inaugurated center will offer 3M's complete range of automotive solutions including car tinting, paint protection, interior and exterior detailing, DIY range and the entire car care portfolio.

Commenting on the opening of the new authorized center, Pankaj Sharma, Marketing Manager Car Care Market Center Division, 3M said, "3M automotive solutions have been the most sought after choice for auto connoisseurs and we are committed to make our professional services and innovative solutions highly accessible to consumers in the UAE. The launch of the new authorized autocare center is expected to meet the growing demand from consumers in Al Ain for easy access to world class autocare centers for their diverse automotive requirements.

He further added, "3M automotive solutions have been at the forefront of product innovation that has enabled a safe, enjoyable and lifestyle enhancing driving experience for consumers across the world. We are confident that with the opening of new authorized center, auto enthusiasts in Al Ain will get an opportunity to experience 3M's 360 degree autocare solutions' product offering."

Yousef Ghraizi, Manager, Cool Zone retail partner for 3M protected said, "We are proud of our long collaboration with 3M that has been instrumental in building a strong customer base for our authorized autocare showrooms in the UAE. The new showroom is equipped with the latest 3M autocare solutions that are complemented with the presence of our professional experts who can guide the customers on the key requirements for their prized vehicles. The new autocare center promises to deliver high end car detailing services to auto enthusiasts."    

Recommended by The Global Skin Cancer Foundation, 3MTM Sun Control Films have been providing protection and comfort to occupants in vehicles for over 40 years. These superior films block out almost 100 percent of UV rays from sunlight streaming in through windows. The advanced technology used in 3MTM sun control films also reduce the heat and glare inside the vehicle thereby increasing the comfort of occupants in the vehicle without compromising visibility. 3M is the inventor of the Sun Control technology.

For the past 100 years, 3M's innovative solutions have been used for various applications by the automobile industry across the world and now the same applications have been tailored for direct consumer application as they are made available across 3M authorized autocare centers.


In order to learn more about the location and services offered by a particular 3M authorized autocare center, consumers can also dial 800PROTECT, a 24 hour hotline that gives information and contact details of all 3M authorized autocare centers in the UAE. Customers can also visit www.3mgulf.com/autocare 

About 3M 
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The above QR code can be scanned from a smartphone and information about 3M's autocare center can be accessed.

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3M Gulf
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