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Kia Seltos Edges Closer to Local Assembly in Egypt: What's the Story?
Kia is preparing to start local assembly in Egypt through EIT with investments exceeding EGP 500 million. The project begins with an SUV and a sedan in Q4 2026, with…
Hongqi Picks New Egyptian Distributor, Plans 3 Showrooms
Chinese luxury brand Hongqi, owned by FAW Group, has appointed Hongqi Egypt as its official distributor in Egypt. The agreement was signed in China with Sky Holding Group officials present.…
One Bolt Triggers Global Recall of 2.8 Million Volkswagen, Audi, and SEAT Cars
Volkswagen Group has launched a global recall affecting approximately 2.8 million vehicles from Volkswagen, Audi, and SEAT. The issue involves potential corrosion of a steering system mounting bolt caused by…
Why a Consumer Expert Recommends Buying Cars in Installments Even If You Have the Cash
Majed Mostafa, an exhibition and marketing expert, says buying cars in installments can be better than paying cash even for those who have the full amount. He notes that 70%…
For European Car Enthusiasts: Top 5 Used Cars in High Demand in Egypt
Thousands of Egyptians are turning to used European cars amid rising new car prices. Top options include Fiat Tipo from EGP 570,000 to 850,000, Peugeot 301 from EGP 450,000 to…
Lexus RZ Lands in Egypt: 408-HP Electric Crossover Starts at EGP 3.5 Million
Toyota Egypt has launched the Lexus RZ electric crossover in the Egyptian market with two trims: the first at EGP 3.5 million and the second at EGP 3.85 million. The…
GB Auto Begins Delivering Hyundai Venue to Dealers in Egypt
GB Auto, Hyundai's agent in Egypt, has started delivering the first batch of the locally produced Hyundai Venue to its dealer network as of this week. The model belongs to…
Discounts Widen as Premium Overprice Eases: How Car Prices Moved This Week?
The Egyptian car market saw mixed price movements last week, with unofficial premium overprices dropping on some models and discounts widening on others. Models like the Toyota Corolla and Hyundai…
Geely Ignites China's Ultra-Fast Charging Race: 70% in 4.5 Minutes
Geely has revealed an ultra-fast charging system that can bring an electric vehicle battery to 70% in just 4.5 minutes. The move intensifies direct technological competition with BYD, which is…
5 Most Common Traffic Violations in Egypt Today: Interior Ministry Records 110,975 Cases in 24 Hours
Egypt's Interior Ministry announced 110,975 traffic violations were recorded in just 24 hours during nationwide campaigns. Driving without a license and speeding topped the list, followed by random parking, mobile…
Citroen C3 Aircross Price Jumps 40,000 EGP in Egypt
El-Qasrawy Group has raised the price of the Citroen C3 Aircross in Egypt by 40,000 EGP, bringing the single Plus trim to 1,120,000 EGP from 1,080,000 EGP. The new-generation model…
Hongqi Appoints Hongqi Egypt as Official Representative in Egypt with Ambitious Launch Plan
Hongqi, FAW's luxury brand, has appointed Hongqi Egypt—a coalition of B Auto and Al-Rizk Automotive—as its official representative in Egypt. The agreement was signed in China in September with SKY…
Porsche Patents Dual-Clutch Gearbox That Mimics Manual Feel with Electronic Clutch Pedal
Porsche has patented a dual-clutch transmission system that mimics manual driving with an electronic clutch pedal and shift lever. The system allows full automatic driving or manual-like shifting without mechanical…
Magdy Mostafa: Car Prices Are Better Now — 70% of Sales Are Installment-Based
Magdy Mostafa, an expert in car showrooms and marketing, says current car prices are better than tomorrow's, noting that 70% of dealer and distributor sales are installments versus 30% cash.…
Abou Ghaly Motors Launches After-Sales Services Initiative with Strategic Partners
Abou Ghaly Motors has announced a new initiative to enhance after-sales services in Egypt in partnership with strategic allies. The initiative includes expanding service centers and digitalizing booking and maintenance…
Cheapest Opel Cars in Egypt This September: Corsa 2026 Starts at EGP 1.095 Million
The Opel Corsa 2026 is the cheapest Opel model in Egypt this September, priced from EGP 1.095 million. It packs a 1.2-litre turbo engine with 130 hp and a 6-speed…
Before Changing Engine Oil: Key Steps to Pick the Right Type for Your Car
Drivers in Egypt often struggle to pick the right engine oil amid a confusing mix of viscosity grades and brands. The key step is checking the owner's manual for the…
Six New 7-Seater Cars in Egypt — Prices Start at EGP 1.095 Million
Egypt's market offers six seven-seat family vehicles with prices starting at EGP 1,095,000. The Jetour X70 leads as the cheapest option with a 1.5-litre turbo engine producing 156 hp. The…
Chevrolet Optra vs Renault Taliant: Full Comparison of Egypt's Budget Sedans
Chevrolet Optra and Renault Taliant compete in Egypt's compact sedan segment. The Optra runs a 1.5L engine with 98 hp, while the Taliant uses a 1.0L turbo producing 100 hp,…
5 Pickup Trucks in Egypt This September: Prices Starting at EGP 1.05 Million
Egypt's automotive market is seeing diverse pickup truck options in September 2026, with prices starting at EGP 1,050,000 for the Chevrolet Dabbaba. The BYD Shark 6 offers a hybrid powertrain…
Chinese Cars Capture 40% of Egypt's Auto Market as European Brands Slip
Chinese cars have captured more than 40% of Egypt's automotive market after being nearly absent 15 years ago. European brands, which once controlled 40% to 45% of sales, have seen…
Google Maps Saves Your Parking Spot with One Tap
Google Maps offers a save parking location feature for Android and iPhone users. On Android, you can manually save your spot by tapping the blue dot and selecting save parking.…
From EGP 650K to EGP 4M: Budget and Luxury Cars Dominate Demand in Egypt
Egypt's automotive market is experiencing strong demand at two price extremes: budget cars starting from EGP 650,000 and luxury imports reaching EGP 4 million. Both segments are seeing bookings and…
70% of Egypt-Assembled Car Components Are Imported — Shipping Delays Production Cycle
Mohamed Salem, a member of the Transport Division at the Egyptian Federation of Industries, revealed that about 70% of components in locally assembled cars are imported, while the local share…
Local Assembly Drives 25% Growth in Egypt's Car Market Over 5 Years
Egypt's local vehicle assembly volume grew by nearly 25% over the past five years, driven by government support. This expansion widened supply and increased the number of models and brands…
Car Waiting Lists Extend in Egypt: Shipping and Approvals Set Delivery Dates
Eng. Mohamed Salem, member of the Transport Division at the Egyptian Federation of Industries, revealed that car waiting lists in Egypt will extend due to long shipping times, overseas manufacturing,…
One Tiny Bolt Triggers Recall of 2.86 Million Cars — Volkswagen and Audi Face One of Their Largest Campaigns
Volkswagen Group is recalling approximately 2.86 million vehicles worldwide from its Volkswagen and Audi brands due to a potential defect in a steering gear mounting bolt that could corrode, break,…
Before You Buy: 7 Warning Signs That Reveal Serious Problems in a Used Car
Before buying a used car, there are 7 warning signs you should never ignore. Thick exhaust smoke, engine noises, and vibrations during driving may indicate serious mechanical faults. fluid leaks…
Opel Unveils STX Concept Name Ahead of Paris Motor Show
Opel has revealed the name of its new concept car, the Opel Sports Tourer eXperimental Concept, or STX Concept, ahead of its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show. The…
Timing Belt Snaps While Driving? 5 Steps That Save Your Engine from Destruction
A timing belt failure while driving stops the engine instantly and can destroy valves and pistons if the driver attempts a restart. The correct response is steering to a safe…
Cheapest at EGP 500K: 5 Used Cars in High Demand in Egypt
More buyers in Egypt are turning to used cars as new vehicle prices continue to rise. The top five in-demand models include the Renault Logan 2018 at around EGP 500,000,…
After a 40,000 EGP Price Hike: Citroen C3 Aircross Top Rivals in Egypt
Citroen raised the C3 Aircross 2027 price in Egypt by 40,000 EGP, bringing the Plus trim to 1,120,000 EGP from 1,080,000 EGP. The crossover runs a 1.2-litre turbo three-cylinder engine…
BYD and ValU Launch Interest-Free Financing and Up to EGP 160K Cashback
BYD, through distributor ManDream, has partnered with ValU to offer interest-free financing for up to 18 months or cashback reaching EGP 160,000 on the Sealion 6 DM-i, Dolphin Surf, and…
Cheapest Soueast in Egypt: 2027 S05 Price and Full Specifications
Man East, the exclusive Soueast distributor in Egypt, has launched the S05 2027 model at EGP 1.07 million, making it the brand's cheapest offering in the local market. The compact…
Oil Slick Near Alexandria Toll Gate Causes Three-Car Crash: How to Stay Safe on Slippery Roads
An oil slick on the desert road near the Alexandria toll gate caused three cars to slide and collide, injuring a 14-year-old child. Security, ambulance, and civil protection teams rushed…
Opel Reveals STX Concept: A Bold Vision for the Future of European Station Wagons
Opel has confirmed its new concept car will be called the STX Concept and will debut at the Paris Motor Show. The vehicle previews Opel's vision for the future of…
Alexandria and Dekheila Customs Auction Generates EGP 9 Million from Vehicle and Goods Lots
The Alexandria and Dekheila customs auction generated EGP 9,182,800 from selling 15 out of 112 offered lots. One vehicle lot sold for EGP 605,000 and 14 goods lots brought EGP…
Toyota bZ4X in Egypt: 3-Year Interest-Free Installment Offer with Free Home Charger
Toyota Egypt has announced a special financing offer for the bZ4X electric vehicle, requiring a 50% down payment and three-year installments with zero interest and no admin fees, plus a…
Honda Egypt Launches Maintenance and Oil Change Offers Starting at EGP 2,999 Until End of September
Honda's distributor in Egypt announced two service offers valid until the end of September: an oil and filter change for non-turbo engines at EGP 2,999, and a 15% discount on…
Citroen C3 Aircross 2027: EGP 40,000 Price Increase in Egypt
Citroen has increased the price of the C3 Aircross 2027 in Egypt by EGP 40,000, bringing it to EGP 1,120,000. The compact SUV retains its 1.2-liter turbo engine with 130…
Ethanol: Does It Really Boost Your Car's Power or Harm the Engine?
Ethanol is an alcohol used in some fuel blends to raise octane and improve combustion, but it's not a magic power booster for all engines. Its effect depends on engine…
Toyota Reclaims Egypt's Top Spot: Record Sales Despite Market Turmoil
Toyota has recorded the highest sales volume in Egypt's passenger car segment, driven by strong demand for the Corolla and its reputation for reliability. Despite rising prices, the Japanese brand…
Toyota bZ4X Lands in Egypt with 567 km Range and 343 hp Performance
Toyota Egypt has launched the bZ4X electric SUV in the local market with two trim levels and a WLTP range of up to 567 km. The vehicle features a 73…
China's Hybrid Onslaught Reshapes Europe: 12% Record Share Led by BYD
Chinese brands captured a record 12% share of the European car market last month, led by BYD. The surge was fueled by strong demand for hybrid vehicles that currently avoid…
Abou Ghaly Motors to Launch Chery and Richmond 2026 Models in Egypt
Abou Ghaly Motors, the local distributor for Chery in Egypt, has announced plans to launch 2026 models from both Chery and Richmond. The Chery Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8 are…
Citroen C3 Aircross 2027 Price Jumps EGP 40,000 in Egypt — Still the Brand's Cheapest
Citroen has raised the price of the C3 Aircross 2027 in Egypt by EGP 40,000, bringing the Plus trim to EGP 1,120,000 from EGP 1,080,000. The subcompact crossover runs a…
Mercedes-Benz Plans to Cut €800 Million in Labor Costs in Germany
Mercedes-Benz is considering cutting labor costs in Germany by around €800 million through unpaid extra hours and adjustments to holiday and Christmas bonuses. Management has warned workers that two plants…
Chevrolet Groove Set to Launch in Egypt Within Weeks with 145 HP Engine
General Motors and Mansour Automotive are preparing to unveil the new Chevrolet Groove in Egypt during the second week of October. The SUV features a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine producing…
Fuel Guzzlers: 10 Used Cars in Egypt You Should Think Twice Before Buying
As Egypt's automatic fuel pricing committee prepares to meet in October to review petrol and diesel rates, used-car buyers are paying closer attention to fuel efficiency. Ten used models circulating…
Chevrolet Spark EUV 2026 Gets EGP 49,000 Price Cut in September
Mansour Group has cut the price of the Chevrolet Spark EUV 2026 in Egypt by EGP 49,000, bringing it down to EGP 950,000 from EGP 999,000. The electric car features…