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Porsche Turns from Volkswagen's Crown Jewel to Financial Burden After €6 Billion Write-Down
Volkswagen wrote down the value of its 75% stake in Porsche by roughly €6 billion, triggering a fresh profit warning for the German auto giant. The move followed declining Porsche…
5 Smallest New Cars That Excel in 2026 Safety Tests
An IIHS report revealed the 5 smallest new cars that earned Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards for 2026. The Nissan Sentra led the list at 465 cm…
From Imports to Used Cars: How Regional Tensions Are Squeezing Egypt's Auto Prices
Egypt's automotive market faces fresh pressure from ongoing regional tensions and rising shipping, insurance, and energy costs. Imported vehicles bear the brunt through higher landed costs, while locally assembled cars…
General Motors Grants 75 Egyptian Teachers International Robotics Certificate
Tanweer Foundation for Life Skills Development, in partnership with General Motors Africa and the Middle East, organized the Empowering Teachers program targeting 75 Egyptian teachers. The teachers earned a certified…
Tire Expert Warns: A Small Side Bulge or Crack Could Blow Your Tire While Driving
Emad El-Feqi, manager of a specialized tire maintenance center, warned that maintaining correct air pressure alone does not guarantee safety, as defects like sidewall cracks and bulges can appear even…
Cash Back on 28 Cars in Egypt: Discounts Up to 1.135 Million EGP
A major car distributor in Egypt has launched a cash back campaign on 28 models from multiple brands. The Jeep Grand Cherokee L tops the list with 1.135 million EGP…
Car Prices in Egypt Expected to Rise by Up to 10% on Currency Pressures and Regional Tensions
New forecasts suggest car prices in Egypt could rise by up to 10% in the coming period. The main drivers are the rising US dollar against the Egyptian pound and…
Pontiac Trans Am 1985 Listed for Sale in Egypt at EGP 550,000
A 1985 Pontiac Trans Am is listed for sale in Egypt at EGP 550,000 under the foreign residency customs system. The car is in original condition with no modifications or…
Bentley Torcal: Bentley's First All-Electric Car with 875 HP
Bentley has unveiled the Torcal, its first fully electric vehicle, with 875 horsepower and a 0-100 km/h sprint in 2.8 seconds. It features a 113 kWh battery, 600 km WLTP…
Egypt Government Auctions 2026: Mercedes, Toyota, and Fiat Headline Prosecution Fleet Sale
Egypt's General Authority for Government Services has announced a public vehicle auction scheduled for October 6, 2026. The sale includes used cars from prosecution offices in Alexandria, Port Said, Ismailia,…
Cars You Won't Buy Now.. But They Reveal Your Car in 5 Years at Paris Motor Show
Stellantis announced it will display 9 concept cars at the Paris Motor Show 2026, bringing concept vehicles back to the spotlight. Alfa Romeo unveils a model expressing its future sporty…
China No Longer a Guest in Europe: 'Alliances of Interest' Reshape Paris 2026 Auto Show
The Paris 2026 Auto Show marked a radical shift in the global auto industry, as Chinese brands are no longer mere guests but strategic partners for European automakers. The prime…
The Affordable EV Returns: Paris 2026 Rewrites the Electric Race Rules
The Paris Motor Show 2026 focuses on affordable EVs instead of long-range models. The new Dacia Spring starts at €17,900 with a 250 km range, while the Leapmotor B03X is…
You Can Buy a Car From Your Phone—So Why Do Millions Still Visit Auto Shows? Paris 2026 Answers
A study commissioned for the Paris Motor Show 2026 found that 91% of enthusiasts see auto shows as a place to discover innovations and 84% want to see new cars…
Nissan Unveils Tekton in Johannesburg, Announces Return to Profitability
Nissan has unveiled its all-new Tekton model at a global event in Johannesburg, announcing a return to operating profitability with 80 billion yen in Q1 2026 profits. The model was…
Nissan Tekton 2026 Launches in South Africa with 156-HP Turbo Engine
Nissan launched the Tekton 2026 in South Africa with a 1.3-litre turbo engine delivering 156 hp and 260 Nm of torque. Built on the CMF-B platform and manufactured in India,…
Haval V7 Hybrid Makes Egypt Debut: First Drive in Ain Sokhna, Up to 360 HP and 1,404 Liters of Cargo Space
GB Auto organized a media drive for the Haval V7 Hybrid in Ain Sokhna alongside its Egyptian market launch. The SUV comes in two hybrid variants: a 244-hp Hybrid and…
Changan EADO 2026: Egypt's Cheapest Changan Sedan — Specs and Dimensions
GB Ghabbour Auto launched the Changan EADO 2026 sedan in Egypt during September as the brand's cheapest model in the local market. The car packs a 1.5-litre engine with 109…
General Motors and Tanweer conclude program to qualify 75 female teachers in technology
The Tanweer Foundation for Life Skills Development concluded a training program to qualify 75 Egyptian female teachers in technology and digital education, funded by General Motors Africa and the Middle…
Haval V7 Tested on Rough Terrain in Ain Sokhna with 360 HP
GB Auto hosted a test drive for the Haval V7 in Ain Sokhna, coinciding with its launch in the Egyptian market. The SUV offers two hybrid powertrains: a 244 hp…
Chevrolet Opens New Showroom on Ring Road as GM Chief Calls Egypt a Strategic Market
Chevrolet has opened a new showroom called Al-Othman on Cairo's Ring Road in partnership with Al-Mansour Automotive Group, its exclusive dealer in Egypt. The facility handles both passenger and commercial…
Europe Weighs 15% Cap on Chinese Hybrid Imports — A Repeat of the Japan Playbook?
The European Commission is considering a 15% market cap on plug-in hybrid imports from China as an alternative to additional tariffs. The move echoes Japan's 1986 export agreement but is…
Egypt's Vehicle Exports Surpass $103 Million in H1 2026
Egypt's vehicle exports reached $103.6 million in the first half of 2026, per data from the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. European markets topped the destination list, with…
Chevrolet Opens New 'Al Othman' Showroom on Cairo Ring Road
Chevrolet has opened a new showroom called 'Al Othman' on Cairo's Ring Road through a partnership between General Motors Egypt and Al Mansour Automotive Group. The two-story facility spans 181.5…
Mercedes Threatens to Close German Plants as Labour Costs Bite
Mercedes-Benz has threatened to shut down one car assembly plant and another producing powertrain components in Germany if it fails to cut production costs. Michael Schiebe, head of production, said…
Hyundai Matrix in the Used Car Market: Prices and Specs of Egypt's Family Icon
The Hyundai Matrix, a family-oriented small MPV, remains in demand in Egypt's used car market with prices starting at EGP 250,000. It features a 1500cc engine and a spacious interior…
Best Used Car for Beginners: Your Guide to a Smart First Purchase
Choosing the best used car for beginners comes down to several key factors: reasonable price, fuel efficiency, reliability, and parts availability. Models like the Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Accent, and Kia…
Cheapest Cadillac in Egypt: Optiq EV Arrives with 480 km Range in a Single Trim
Cadillac Optiq has launched in Egypt through Al Mansour Automotive Group in partnership with General Motors, arriving this September in a single trim as the cheapest Cadillac in the local…
Tesla Bets on Safety Data to Expand Self-Driving Tech as Financial Storm Hits Volkswagen
Tesla is waging a regulatory battle in Europe by using safety data to expand adoption of its self-driving technology. Meanwhile, Volkswagen faces financial pressures forcing cost cuts and a reshuffle…
Kia Tops Egypt's 2025 Car Sales Charts Amid Fierce Competition from Hyundai and Chery
Kia has topped Egypt's 2025 car sales rankings, outperforming Hyundai thanks to its Cerato and Sportage models. Competition is heating up with Chinese brand Chery making gains in the SUV…
Labor Ministry and Ethydco Plan to Train Technical Workers, Boost Auto Parts Manufacturing
Egypt's Labor Minister Hassan Reda discussed cooperation with Ethydco in Alexandria to train technical workers for auto parts manufacturing. Ethydco was founded in 2011 with 1.9 billion USD investments and…
Egypt's Roadside Ads Enter the Era of Data-Driven Management
Egypt's National Authority for the Regulation of Ads on Public Roads has begun building an integrated geographic database linking every ad to its location and technical data, aiming to establish…
Kia Seltos Could Be Manufactured in Egypt by 2027
Kia Seltos may begin local manufacturing in Egypt by 2027 following talks between the government and Kia's agent. The car is currently offered in three trims starting at 1.35 million…
Minister of Industry Discusses Potential Expansions with Mercedes and Leoni in Egypt
Egypt's Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem met with a German-Arab Chamber delegation, including representatives from Mercedes, Leoni, Siemens, and Cube, to discuss expanding their investments in Egypt. The talks fall…
Automakers Association: No Mandatory Models for Companies in New Trade-In Initiative
Khaled Saad, secretary-general of the Egyptian Automakers Association, confirmed that the government has not imposed specific models on companies for the new trade-in initiative. Any company wishing to participate submits…
Fiat to Unveil Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback SUVs at Paris Motor Show 2026
Fiat has announced it will showcase the Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback SUVs at the 2026 Paris Motor Show under the Stellantis group pavilion. Both vehicles are described as fully-fledged SUVs…
Nissan Navara 2025 Off-Road Test: Coil Spring Suspension Outperforms Rivals
The 2025 Nissan Navara underwent a punishing off-road test on a closed track in South Africa, tackling a deep mud pit and a slippery 32-degree hill. Thanks to its 2.5-liter…
Volkswagen Golf Costs $156K in Singapore — Staggering Price Gaps Across Global Cities
A new Volkswagen Golf costs approximately $156,200 in Singapore — the highest price globally, per Deutsche Bank data. The surge is driven by COE certificates nearing $100,000, heavy taxes, and…
UK Court Bans Mohamed Salah from Driving for 6 Months — His Luxury Fleet at Risk
A UK magistrates' court in Warrington, Cheshire, has banned Mohamed Salah from driving for 6 months and fined him £660. The ruling followed a speed camera capturing a Rolls-Royce registered…
Opel Corsa GSE Electric Debuts in Paris with 280 HP and 27-Minute Fast Charging
Opel has revealed the Corsa GSE, an electric sports version of its compact hatchback producing 280 horsepower and sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. The car uses…
Goodbye Summer: 7 Essential Steps to Prepare Your Car for Autumn and Avoid Breakdowns
Summer officially ends today, Tuesday, with autumn starting tomorrow, Wednesday, requiring proactive vehicle checks. Key tips include inspecting tires, wipers, lighting, battery, heating systems, and fluids. Regularly cleaning drainage holes…
Hyundai to Supply Morocco with 15 Elec City Electric Buses by 2027
Hyundai Motor announced it will supply Marrakech with 15 Elec City electric buses in cooperation with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). The deal includes fast chargers and technical training…
Chery Arrizo 5 Facelift Price Hike in Egypt: Nissan Sunny and Hyundai Accent RB Apply the Pressure
GB Ghabbour Auto has raised prices for the Chery Arrizo 5 Facelift 2027 sedan in Egypt by EGP 5,000 across all trims. The new prices start at EGP 685,000 for…
Volkswagen Weighs SEAT's Fate After 2030: Will the Spanish Brand Disappear?
Volkswagen Group is evaluating the future of its Spanish SEAT brand after 2030, with a phase-out scenario on the table as part of a broader restructuring to cut costs. SEAT…
Dacia Spring 2027 Before Paris Motor Show: EV Under €20,000 with 250 km Range
Dacia has unveiled the new generation of the Spring before the 2026 Paris Motor Show, offering 250 km WLTP range, a 27.5 kWh LFP battery, and an 80 hp motor.…
After Talk of Fuel Price Hikes: The Most Fuel-Efficient Used Cars in Egypt
Egypt is bracing for potential fuel price hikes of up to 10% ahead of the October pricing committee meeting. Consumers are increasingly turning to fuel-efficient used cars, with the Suzuki…
2027 Vehicle Replacement Initiative: Forthing and Kaiyi to Participate with EVs and Hybrids
Forthing and Kaiyi Motors Egypt have announced their readiness to participate in the vehicle replacement initiative launching in 2027. Forthing will offer electric and hybrid cars and start local EV…
Three Companies Confirm Participation in Egypt's Vehicle Replacement Initiative with EVs and Hybrids
Three automotive companies in Egypt have announced their readiness to join the government's vehicle replacement initiative, set to start in 2027 and swap old combustion cars for electric or hybrid…
Ceer Unveils Exobot: Saudi Arabia's First Electric Car Inspired by Sci-Fi Film
Saudi startup Ceer has unveiled its first two electric models under the name Exobot, a luxury sedan and an SUV, with design inspired by the film Tron. The company is…
BYD Dolphin Surf 2026: The Cheapest BYD in Egypt — Full Review Before You Buy
Man Dream, BYD's local distributor in Egypt, released its September 2026 price list led by the Dolphin Surf as the brand's cheapest EV. The car features a 38.88 kWh battery,…