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August Licensing Report: 340K Gasoline Vehicles Dominate While Only 2,196 Go Electric
The Egyptian Compulsory Vehicle Insurance Pool reported that 340,322 gasoline vehicles were licensed in August, far outpacing diesel's 115,706 registrations. Electric vehicles totaled only 2,196 units, while natural gas vehicles…
Chevrolet Cruises to Victory: 2,261 Trucks Seal August Leadership
Chevrolet maintained its leadership in new truck registrations during August 2026 with 2,261 vehicles, a massive gap over competitors. Toyota finished second with 194 units while Nissan took third with…
Egypt's New Car Market Surges in August: Zero-Kilometer Registrations Jump 6.92%
Egypt's new car market (zero-kilometer segment) recorded a 6.92% growth in registrations during August 2026, reaching 67,936 vehicles compared to 63,539 in July. The surge was primarily driven by motorcycles…
MG Tops Egypt's New Car Market in August with 24K Zero-KM Licenses
MG claimed the top spot in Egypt's new passenger car market for the first time in August 2026 with 2,326 registered vehicles. Total new car licenses reached 24,167 units, a…
China Tightens Grip on Carmakers: Mandatory Tests Before Any New Model Launch
China has announced stricter approval rules for new vehicles by raising testing and technical verification requirements before commercial launch. The decision targets quality risks in smart cars equipped with advanced…
New Factory in Sokhna to Produce 600 Equipped Ambulances Annually with German Standards
Technovision inaugurated an ambulance conversion factory in Sokhna with $10 million in investments and an annual capacity of 600 vehicles. The conversion process operates under the supervision of Germany's WAS…
Egypt's Transport Minister Inspects High-Speed Rail Line Ahead of Trial Runs
Egypt's Transport Minister Kamel El-Wazir inspected final works on the first line of the high-speed electric rail network (Sokhna/Alamein/Matrouh), stretching 660 km. The tour included Hadayek October, Giza, Cairo, and…
License Plate 'N A M 888' Sparks Fierce Bidding War in Egypt's Traffic Auction, Nearing Half a Million EGP
Egypt's traffic auction witnessed intense competition among five bidders for the premium license plate 'N A M 888', with the price reaching 475,000 EGP. Revenue from distinctive number plates goes…
Egypt Moves to Establish Industrial Platform for Car Plant Equipment with Chinese Companies
Egypt has signed a memorandum of understanding with two Chinese companies to establish an industrial platform specializing in equipping car factories and locally manufacturing their smart equipment. The project aims…
Kia Service Discounts in Egypt for Back-to-School 2026 — Up to 20% Off
EIT, the official Kia distributor in Egypt, has announced new maintenance offers for the 2026 back-to-school season. The discounts include 20% off brake pads and drums, plus an oil and…
Cairo Airport Customs Auction Closes With 20 Lots Sold for EGP 13.7 Million
Egypt's General Authority for Governmental Services concluded a public auction on September 3, 2026, selling 17 car lots and 3 goods lots for a combined EGP 13.742 million. Vehicle sales…
Jaguar Land Rover to Cut 4,000 UK Jobs as Trump Tariffs Bite
Jaguar Land Rover is preparing to cut around 4,000 jobs in the United Kingdom over the next two years as part of a major restructuring plan. The move follows declining…
Egypt Transforms into Export Hub for Chinese Cars: 4 New Factories on the Horizon
The Automobile Manufacturers Association revealed moves by several Chinese companies to enter local manufacturing in Egypt. Announcements are expected concerning 3 to 4 new factories by the first quarter of…
Report: Volkswagen Plans to Discontinue SEAT Brand by 2029
A leaked internal document reveals Volkswagen's intention to phase out the SEAT brand by the end of 2029. SEAT sales dropped 17% last year while Cupra grew 33%, accelerating the…
Why Is Car Power Measured in Horsepower? The Story Began 100 Years Before Cars
The story of the horsepower unit used today to measure car engine power traces back to the 18th century. Scottish engineer James Watt invented this standard to compare his steam…
Exit Without Return: The List of Cars Facing Production Cuts by 2027
Major automakers are discontinuing several iconic models by 2027, including the Lexus LS, Tesla Model S and Model X, Ford Escape, BMW 8 Series and Z4, and Jaguar F-Pace. The…
Car Price Cuts Revive Installment Market in Egypt as Banks Compete for Buyers
Egypt's car market is seeing renewed demand for installment purchases after discounts covering nearly 19 models, ranging from 30,000 to 340,000 EGP. Bank competition is intensifying with interest rates starting…
4 Government Car Auctions in September.. Full Schedule and Available Vehicles
The General Authority for Governmental Services announced 4 public auction sessions selling vehicles from various prosecution offices between September 9-15, 2026. The auctions feature passenger cars, pickup trucks, microbuses, motorcycles,…
Hyundai Venue 2027 Local Assembly Launch in Egypt Set for September 16 — Expected Price Revealed
Ghabbour Auto will launch the locally assembled Hyundai Venue 2027 in Egypt on September 16, 2026. Expected pricing ranges between EGP 800,000 and EGP 950,000. The vehicle features a 1.6-liter…
Xi Jinping's Visit Opens New Horizons for Chinese Car Manufacturing in Egypt
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt has reshaped the future of automotive cooperation between the two countries, emphasizing joint manufacturing and technology transfer over simple car imports. The signed…
From Distrust to Acceptance: How Chinese Cars Won Over Egypt?
Chinese cars have successfully overcome their old negative image in Egypt through significant advances in technology and design quality. The expansion of service centers and the improved availability of spare…
From Concern to Confidence: How Insurance Views Chinese EVs in Egypt Changed
Officials and experts revealed that Chinese electric vehicles now hold an insurance status comparable to European and Korean cars in the Egyptian market. They attributed this shift to China's progress…
Rohan Fernando Takes the Helm at General Motors Egypt and Africa
General Motors Egypt has appointed Rohan Fernando as Chairman and Managing Director for GM Egypt and Africa. Fernando brings more than 25 years of international experience in the automotive and…
Peugeot 2008 2027 in Egypt: The Cheapest French Crossover Starting at EGP 1.5 Million
The Peugeot 2008 2027 is now available in the Egyptian market as the most affordable model from the French brand. Prices start from EGP 1.5 million for the Allure trim…
Digital Demand Ignites Europe's Electric Car Market
Recent indicators show a remarkable shift in European consumer behavior toward electric vehicles, extending beyond sales to active search on e-commerce platforms. The Dutch platform 'OLX' recorded notable activity in…
Eid 2025 Deals: Real Discounts or Marketing Hype in Egypt's Auto Market?
As Eid al-Fitr 2025 approaches, Egypt's automotive market is witnessing a wide range of discounts from 2% to 7% on new cars. Offers include flexible financing programs, free insurance, and…
Chery International Nears Final Decision on LEPAS Dealership in Egypt
Chery International has moved closer to finalizing the local distributor for its LEPAS brand in Egypt. The competition is now down to two bids, each presenting a distinct strategy for…
Sultan Auto Officially Joins DFSK Distribution Network in Egypt
Sultan Auto obtained the distribution rights for DFSK vehicles in Egypt after being approved by El Tareq Cars as an official distributor. The step aims to strengthen the brand's presence…
2028 Kia Sportage Emerges with Boxier Design in Latest Spy Shots
The 2028 Kia Sportage has been spotted again with minimal camouflage, showcasing a boxier, more upright design that strays from the current model's curves toward a Telluride-inspired look. The front…
Top Money-Saving Strategies for Buying a Used Car in 2026
This guide outlines the essential steps to buying a used car wisely in 2026, focusing on the profound market changes brought by the rapid growth of electric and hybrid vehicles.…
Khaled Saad: 'Made in Egypt' is the Key for Chinese Companies to Access Global Markets
Khaled Saad, Secretary General of the Automobile Manufacturers Association, confirmed that Chinese companies setting up factories in Egypt achieves mutual benefits for both parties. Companies gain from Egypt's strategic location…
MG ONE 2027 Price and Specs in Egypt — Single Trim at EGP 1.4 Million
MG ONE 2027 launched in Egypt at EGP 1.4 million for a single fully loaded trim. The compact SUV packs a 1.5-liter turbo engine producing 181 hp and 285 Nm.…
Opel Frontera 2026 Arrives in Egypt with 7 Seats from EGP 1.19 Million
Mansour Automotive revealed the all-new Opel Frontera in Egypt at a starting price of EGP 1.19 million. The vehicle is powered by a 1.2-liter turbo engine generating 130 hp while…
Prices of the 13 Cheapest Motorcycles in Egypt — All Under EGP 50,000
This listing reviews the 13 most affordable motorcycles currently available in Egypt, with prices starting from EGP 35,500 and staying below EGP 50,000. The lineup includes brands like Vegury, Hong,…
XPENG Prices in Egypt After G7 and P7+ Launch with 1700+ km Range
Raya Auto has launched the XPENG G7 Super REEV and P7+ Super REEV in Egypt, marking their first market outside China. The G7 offers a total range of 1,704 km…
Hyundai Elantra AD 2027 in Egypt: 4 Trims Pricing and Full Specs
Ghabbour Auto has announced official pricing for the 2027 Hyundai Elantra AD in Egypt, offering four trims from EGP 1,020,000 up to EGP 1,235,000. The model is powered by a…
Battery no longer a nightmare: How tech advances are easing EV insurance fears in Egypt
Adnan El-Nahhal, head of claims at a major insurance company, confirmed that rapid battery technology advancements have shifted Egyptian insurers' perceptions of electric vehicles. The battery previously represented a risk…
Seat's Cheapest Model in Egypt After Price Cuts: Ibiza 2027 Specs and Features
Kian Egypt announced the availability of Seat Ibiza 2027 in Egypt as Seat's most affordable model under one million EGP after recent price cuts. The car features a 1.6-liter turbo…
From Virtual Simulations to Frozen Roads: Inside a Supercar's Journey Before Delivery
A supercar's development is a grueling journey comprising virtual simulation, closed-track testing, and extreme weather validation. For the 1,800-horsepower Bugatti Tourbillon, this included handling tests in specialist rigs alongside dyno…
No Steering Wheel, No Pedals: US Regulators Open Probe into Tesla Cybercab Just Hours After Launch
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a formal investigation into the Tesla Cybercab just hours after it started operating in Austin, Texas. The probe is based on Tesla's self-certification…
76 Years on the Line: Will SEAT Disappear in Favor of Cupra?
Volkswagen Group has revealed plans to study the future of the Spanish SEAT brand, with the possibility of a gradual phase-out in favor of the more profitable Cupra. SEAT has…
Porsche Says Custom Sonderwunsch Project Could Bring a Manual Gearbox to the Panamera
Porsche has confirmed its Sonderwunsch program could build a current Panamera with a manual gearbox as a one-off project. The car is not offered with this option officially, and the…
Haval V7 Hybrid Nears Egypt Launch: GBAuto Prepares for Official Debut
GBAuto is preparing to launch the Haval V7 plug-in hybrid in the Egyptian market. The SUV features the Hi4 system with a 1.5-liter turbo engine producing 154 hp. It offers…
Chinese President's Egypt Visit Opens New Avenues for Auto Industry with Billion-Dollar Investments
The Chinese President's visit to Egypt resulted in a wide range of cooperation agreements, with the automotive sector taking center stage. Journalist Hisham Al-Zini confirmed that joint investments and projects…
When a Car Becomes a Piece of History: Why Do the Rich Pay Tens of Millions for Rare Models?
Some rare automobiles transform into historical artifacts worth hundreds of millions, like the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé which sold for €135 million. The value isn't driven by performance alone…
Egypt's 8 New Billet Licenses: A Smart Play to Attract Global Carmakers
Egypt's Industrial Development Authority announced 8 new billet factory licenses on August 11, an unprecedented single-batch offering to secure local steel supply. Billets are the raw material transformed into steel…
From Rejection to Rivalry: How Chinese Cars Won Over Egypt's Insurance Sector
Chinese cars in Egypt have evolved from being a rejected option by insurance companies to an actual competitor in the local market. Insurers were previously concerned about sparse service networks…
Burning Smell Before Breakdown: Early Warning Signs of a Failing Clutch
A burning paper smell after driving in heavy traffic or up steep hills can be an early warning that the clutch disc is slipping and overheating. This happens when friction…
Chinese Electric Cars Become New Target for Insurance Companies in Egypt
Chinese electric vehicles have become a primary focus for insurance companies in Egypt, thanks to their significant growth and insurance standing comparable to global brands. Rising energy prices accelerated EV…
Engine Oil Prices in Egypt Exceed EGP 3,000: Maintenance Costs Surge
Engine oil prices in Egypt have risen sharply in September 2026, with some fully synthetic 10,000-kilometer grades exceeding EGP 3,000 per container. Shell Helix Ultra tops the list at EGP…
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