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Mobile Mechanic in Egypt: Great Convenience, But Not for Every Breakdown
Fixing a car no longer means towing it to a workshop and waiting for hours. With the rise of mobile mechanic services, car owners can now call a technician who…
Jordan-US Agreement Eliminates Special Tax on American-Imported Cars
Jordan's car market is bracing for a seismic shift. The Jordanian-American agreement has scrapped the special tax on new cars manufactured and imported from the United States, while keeping the…
Mercedes CLA Electric Sells Just 1,153 Units While Xiaomi Tops 80,000 in Six Months
The numbers are startling. Mercedes managed to sell only 1,153 units of its electric CLA in China over six months. In the same period, Xiaomi surpassed 80,000 vehicles despite targeting…
Global Auto Industry Hit Hard: Profits Tumble 17.5% Despite Stable Revenues
The numbers are stark. A recent German study has revealed a sharp decline in profitability among the world's largest car manufacturers during the first half of 2026, even as revenues…
Minister of Industry Asks Diplomatic Missions to Promote EV Manufacturing in Egypt
Egypt's Minister of Industry called on heads of diplomatic missions heading abroad to promote the country's industrial plans and priorities. The meeting conveyed a clear message.Focus on Electric VehiclesThe minister…
Government Car Auction for Red Sea and Minya Prosecutions Kicks Off August 24
A decisive date awaits those seeking to own used government vehicles. Egypt's General Authority for Government Services has announced the launch of a new public auction featuring vehicles from the…
Egypt to Establish Tire Factory with $500 Million Investment
Egypt's government is moving forward with plans to launch a new factory dedicated to producing tires for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, backed by investments of roughly $500 million.…
Egypt's Industry Minister Puts Electric Vehicles First — Reveals 2030 Strategy
Electric vehicles are at the heart of the new government plan. Engineer Khaled Hashem, Minister of Industry, confirmed that deepening electric car manufacturing tops the ministry's agenda for the coming…
Smart Brings Back the Iconic Fortwo as an All-Electric City Car with 300 km Range
The city car icon is making a comeback, but in a completely different form. Geely has confirmed plans to revive the legendary Smart Fortwo as a fully electric vehicle, years…
Strong Boost for Egypt's Auto Industry: New Government Fund to Revive Stalled Factories
Egypt's cabinet has approved the establishment of a specialized investment fund to restructure and finance stalled factories. The decision came during today's meeting chaired by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, based…
The Cheapest Crossover in Egypt... Priced Under 800K EGP
A growing number of new-car buyers in Egypt are hunting for models that combine affordability with reliability. Crossovers have become increasingly popular in the local market, especially as more options…
GM Commits $4.5 Billion to Shield Production from Supply Chain Disruptions
$4.5 billion. That's the figure behind General Motors' latest move to keep its assembly lines running. The American giant is tackling an industry-wide vulnerability exposed repeatedly over recent years by…
Opel Corsa 2026 Arrives in Egypt with Single Trim and EGP 1.25M Price Tag
Mansour Automotive, the local distributor for Opel in Egypt, has introduced the Corsa 2026 model year with a single trim level available during August. The car belongs to the compact…
Korean Car Exports to Middle East Jump 12.7% in July
The numbers speak volumes. South Korea's car export value exceeded $6.2 billion in July, hitting an all-time high for that month, according to data released Thursday by the Ministry of…
3,366 Chinese Companies in Egypt: Auto Industry Takes the Lead as Government Moves to Support Investors
The numbers are striking. Around 3,366 Chinese companies are now operating in Egypt, including major players in car manufacturing and assembly for brands like Chery and Geely. This puts the…
Toyota's New Strategy to Tackle Tariffs and Oil Crisis
Toyota's chief executive has pledged to strengthen "earnings power" as the sector faces mounting challenges from US tariffs and Middle East tensions. The pressure is real. New American duties on…
Ford to Launch Its Most Affordable SUV at $25,000
$25,000. That's the number Ford executives shared with dealers and distributors during a closed meeting in Las Vegas — and it appears to be the price tag for the company's…
China's New Energy Vehicles Take 60% of Monthly Sales
The numbers speak for themselves. New energy vehicles continued their relentless march in China's market during July, capturing more than 60% of all new car sales. The cumulative share for…
GM Brings 7-Inch Touchscreens to Vans in 2027
After years of bare-bones tech, General Motors is finally bringing touchscreens to its iconic vans — the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana. It's a long-overdue shift. America's largest automaker plans…
Opel Corsa 2026 in Egypt: Official Price and Full Specs
The local distributor of Opel in Egypt has announced the availability of the Opel Corsa 2026 model with a single trim level during August. The hatchback blends a sporty design…
Forthing Joins Egypt's Scrappage Program, Starts Local Assembly in 2027
The Egyptian distributor of Forthing has confirmed its strong desire to join the national vehicle scrappage program, which the government is currently studying to relaunch. The announcement came from Amr…
Chevrolet Exits China After Sales Plummet 99%
The decision hardly came as a surprise. Chevrolet has officially halted vehicle sales in China, following a dramatic decline that saw deliveries drop from over 767,000 units in 2014 to…
Giza Beautification Authority Auction Closes Today with Wide Range of Vehicles and Equipment
A public auction for used vehicles and equipment belonging to the Giza Beautification Authority kicked off today. The event is organized by the General Authority for Government Services in Egypt…
Global EV Sales Rise for Fifth Consecutive Month in July
Global demand for electric vehicles keeps climbing. Data released by Benchmark Mineral Intelligence showed that sales of battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids rose for the fifth consecutive month in July.…
Starting at EGP 640,000: KYC Reveals Prices for Commercial Vehicles with Up to 11 Seats
Boudy Group, the local distributor for KYC vehicles in Egypt, has finally revealed official pricing for its new lineup of commercial models. The roster includes the KYC V3 in both…
5 New Sedans Under 1 Million EGP Available in Egypt in 2026
Buying a new car in Egypt requires patience. Prices shift constantly, and finding real value takes effort. Five sedan models still sit below the one million-pound mark — a rarity…
5 Used Cars Worth Buying in Egypt for Under 500,000 EGP
The used car market in Egypt is witnessing a notable disparity in prices, especially as new car prices continue to climb. This reality pushes a significant segment of buyers to…
Kaiyi EQ4 Electric Vehicle Takes a Step Closer to Egypt
A surprise is brewing in Egypt's car market. New reports suggest Chinese automaker Kaiyi is preparing to introduce its EQ4 electric vehicle locally for the first time, a move eagerly…
Abouelmagd: customs reference price changes to push car prices up and threaten parallel imports
The numbers are alarming. Osama Abouelmagd, head of the Car Traders Association in Egypt, revealed that customs reference price lists have seen widespread revisions recently, signaling a fresh wave of…
At 654 km/h: British car covers Cairo-Alexandria distance in 20 minutes
The record is official—almost. British engineering firm JCB has smashed the world speed record for hydrogen-powered internal combustion vehicles, with its JCB Hydromax averaging 654.4 km/h across two runs.Two opposing…
Transport Minister Witnesses Graduation of 126 Specialized Railway Personnel at Werdan Complex
Transport Minister Kamel El-Wazir attended the graduation ceremony of two new batches from the Higher Institute of Transport Technology at the Werdan Technological Complex. The inspection tour followed the ceremony,…
Soueast 08 PHEV S Test Drive: Luxury, Technology, and Fuel Savings on the North Coast Road
Before you transfer your money to the dealer, you need to know the true nature of the car you're buying. Today, we bring you our real test drive of the…
Is Now the Right Time to Buy a New Car in Egypt? Experts Answer
The question keeps coming up. With prices shifting and exchange rates moving, the decision feels harder than ever. Egypt's auto market is in a state of real anticipation.Price Outlook and…
A Car Without Brakes: A Serious Violation That Can Lead to One Year in Prison and a 5,000 EGP Fine
A car driving down the road with faulty brakes. This scenario doesn't just endanger the driver — it turns every vehicle into a ticking time bomb on public highways, especially…
Egypt's Military Production and Supply Ministries Push for Local Manufacturing Expansion, Auto Sector in Focus
Officials from Egypt's Ministry of Military Production, the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade. The Future of Egypt Development Agency met at the New Administrative Capital. The meeting had a…
Clogged Air Filter: A Small Oversight That Leads to a Massive Repair Bill
As heat waves intensify, car maintenance becomes critical. A simple oversight can turn into a real nightmare. It starts with a drop in performance, then a noticeable rise in fuel…
Why Factory-Fitted Natural Gas Cars Beat Conversions: The Hidden Engineering Detail
The difference isn't just cosmetic. Cars designed to run on natural gas straight from the factory hold an advantage many owners overlook, and it comes down to where the gas…
Chevrolet Recalls Over 27,000 Cars in Saudi Arabia Over Deadly Airbag Defect
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Commerce announced a massive recall affecting 27,360 Chevrolet vehicles. The order covers models from 2010 through 2018. The reason is a dangerous fault in the driver's…
5 New Road and Bridge Projects Are Changing Traffic in Alexandria and Kafr El Sheikh
The Ministry of Housing is pushing forward with a package of road, axis, and bridge projects in Alexandria and Kafr El Sheikh governorates, aiming to upgrade the road network, improve…
From a Small Workshop to a Global Empire: The Story of Soichiro Honda Inspiring Today's Youth
Soichiro Honda was not born inside a factory, nor did he inherit a car company from his family. He started as a poor young man obsessed with engines. His early…
Hiroshi Okuda, the man who bet on hybrids before EVs, dies at 93
The man who put Toyota on top of the global auto industry is gone. Hiroshi Okuda, former president of the Japanese giant, passed away at the age of 93. The…
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Locally Assembled in Egypt Nears Official Debut
The countdown has begun. Chery Tiggo 7 Pro is about to make its official entrance into the Egyptian market, with local assembly already underway ahead of the formal reveal. GB…
Soueast Secures Egypt's First Energy Efficiency Rating Card
Soueast has achieved an unprecedented milestone in the Egyptian market. The Chinese brand has secured the first energy efficiency and emissions rating card issued by the Egyptian Organization for Standardization…
Kia Offers Zero-Interest Installment Deals in Egypt
The official Kia distributor in Egypt has launched a fresh financing campaign. EIT, the Egyptian International Trading and Agencies Company, rolled out new installment plans across its lineup this August.…
Egyptian Banks Show Stable US Dollar Exchange Rates Mid-Week
The US dollar traded within a narrow band against the Egyptian pound during Wednesday's mid-session, with major banks showing minimal movement. Traders in the foreign exchange market are closely monitoring…
Chinese EV Maker JMEV Appoints Local Dealer in Egypt Ahead of Official Launch
A new electric vehicle player is preparing to enter Egypt's market. Chinese company JMEV has finally selected its local dealer after months of negotiation. The dealer will handle imports, distribution,…
Egypt's Old Car Replacement Initiative Returns in 2026 — Details and Launch Timeline
Not what anyone expected. The Egyptian government is gearing up for a fresh phase of the old car replacement program, and the implications stretch far beyond simply swapping aging vehicles…
China's New Energy Vehicle Penetration Rate Surges to 65.1%
The numbers are nothing short of historic. China's Passenger Car Association reported that the new energy vehicle penetration rate hit 65.1% of total retail passenger car sales in July, marking…
Toyota Raises Profit Outlook and Announces Share Buyback Amid China and Middle East Pressures
Toyota has raised its operating profit forecast for the current fiscal year. The move comes on the back of a weaker yen against the dollar. That boosts the value of…
MG Leads Chinese Car Registrations in Egypt During July
The numbers are striking. MG topped the list of the most registered Chinese car brands in the Egyptian market during July, recording 1,889 vehicles across various traffic departments, according to…