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Chinese Qilin Battery Hits 1500 km on Single Charge with 6-Minute Charging
CATL and BYD unveiled an upgraded Qilin battery capable of covering 1,500 kilometers on a single charge with a 10% to 98% charge time of just six and a half…
15,000 EGP Fine and License Suspension for Throwing a Stone or Tree Branch on the Road
Egypt's Traffic Law imposes a fine between 5,000 and 15,000 EGP and a one-month license suspension on anyone who throws waste, stones, or tree branches onto a public road. The…
Jaguar Type 01 Electric: 450-Mile Range, £130,000 Price, Built in Britain 2027
Jaguar has revealed its new Type 01 electric vehicle in New York, offering up to 450 miles of range and a starting price of £130,000. Production is slated for 2027…
BYD Launches 600 km Electric Truck Assault on European Giants
BYD is preparing to launch its first heavy-duty truck in Europe with a range of up to 600 kilometers on a single charge, with battery charging from 20% to 80%…
BAIC Egypt Launches X-Line with e-DRIVE Technology via X55e and X7e, Announces Official Price
BAIC Egypt has officially launched its X-Line range featuring the X55e and X7e models with e-DRIVE technology. The system delivers over 200 horsepower and a total range exceeding 1,000 kilometres…
Egypt's State Information Service and Military Academy Sign Strategic Cooperation Protocol
Egypt's State Information Service, headed by Ambassador Alaa Youssef, signed a strategic cooperation protocol with the Military Academy for Higher and Strategic Studies, led by Major General Mohamed Mahmoud Awad.…
6 Military Production Companies Showcase Auto Parts at International Fair in Cairo to Boost Local Manufacturing
Six companies affiliated with the Ministry of Military Production are participating in an international fair at the Egypt International Exhibition Center in the Fifth Settlement, showcasing auto components and feeder…
Nissan Magnite and Hyundai Venue, Both Locally Assembled, Compete Even in Price Hikes
Nissan Magnite and Hyundai Venue have raised their prices in the Egyptian market by between 12,000 and 32,000 EGP. Magnite now starts at 819,999 EGP, while Venue begins at 869,000…
Stellantis Unveils FaSTLane 2030 at Paris: 60 Cars, 8 Brands, and Morocco at the Heart of the Global Event
Stellantis has revealed its new FaSTLane 2030 strategy during its largest-ever participation at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, occupying a pavilion exceeding 5,000 square meters. The group is showcasing over…
Pseudo-Experts in Egypt's Auto Market: How Paid Content Threatens Awareness and the Economy
A troubling phenomenon has emerged in Egypt's automotive market: self-proclaimed experts who use social media to spread inaccurate information for financial gain. These individuals receive cars from dealerships to park…
Car Fire Extinguisher: Prices, Shelf Life, and How to Use It Correctly
Car fire extinguishers are a key safety item, with prices in Egypt ranging from EGP 900 to EGP 950 for basic models. Water, dry powder, and foam extinguishers should be…
Egypt's Cheapest Electric Car: Geely Galaxy EX2 Full Specs and Price
Geely Galaxy EX2 has been introduced as Egypt's cheapest electric vehicle as of September 2026. The compact crossover SUV features a rear-wheel-drive electric setup, accelerating from 0 to 50 km/h…
Alkan Auto Officially Launches BAIC X55e in Egypt at EGP 1.225 Million
Alkan Auto has officially launched the BAIC X55e SUV in Egypt at EGP 1.225 million for a single trim. The vehicle uses a range-extender electric vehicle powertrain combining a 1.5-litre…
Top 10 Best-Selling Car Brands in Egypt for September: Chevrolet Leads as Market Grows 12.7%
Egypt's September vehicle sales reached 76,575 units, up 12.7% from August's 67,936, according to the Egyptian Compulsory Motor Vehicle Insurance Pool report. Chevrolet topped the list with 2,899 units, followed…
Chery Auto Showcases 20 Innovations in Green Energy Technology at Wuhan Summit 2026
Chery Auto has announced its 2026 International User Summit will run from October 18 to 24 in Wuhan, China, showcasing 20 innovations in green energy and sustainability. The group sold…
Soueast S08 Tops Egypt's PHEV and REEV License Registrations with 227 Units in September
The Soueast S08 led Egypt's PHEV and REEV license registrations in September with 227 units. The vehicle runs on a CATL LFP battery with 18.4 kWh capacity, offering 100 km…
How to Check Vehicle Data by License Plate: The Official Guide
Egyptian drivers can check vehicle data by license plate through three official platforms: the Interior Ministry, Public Prosecution, and Digital Egypt. The service reveals traffic violations and license status but…
Nissan Africa Chief: Egypt's Auto Market Is Gradually Recovering, One Million Cars Is the Long-Term Goal
Mohamed Abdelsamad, President of Nissan Middle East and Africa, says Egypt's auto market is gradually recovering with a long-term target of one million cars annually. Infrastructure and new city projects…
Ritu Chandy from Cairo: BMW Is Not for Burnt Discounts
Ritu Chandy, Senior VP of Sales for BMW Group, confirmed from Cairo that the brand will not enter a discount war with Chinese competitors. She highlighted BMW's focus on advanced…
Harley-Davidson Softail 2003 in Egypt at EGP 750,000: The 'Green Horse' Story and the Centennial Secret
A Harley-Davidson Softail 2003 is priced at EGP 750,000 in the Egyptian market, surpassing new cars like the Nissan Sunny and Renault Logan. The motorcycle runs a Twin Cam 88B…
Rohan Fernandes, New GM Chairman, Makes First Cairo Appearance in Exclusive Interview
Rohan Fernandes, the new chairman of General Motors, made his first press appearance in Cairo, granting an exclusive interview to Al-Ahram Auto. The interview reveals GM's new strategy for Egypt…
Renault Cuts 800 Engineering Jobs in France to Counter Chinese Onslaught
Renault plans to cut around 800 engineering positions in France by 2027, about 15% of its total engineers, through a voluntary redundancy program. The company employs roughly 11,000 engineers, half…
Cairo Hosts First Middle East Electric Vehicle Gathering at Al Masa Hotel on October 8-9
Cairo will host Green Friday on October 8-9, 2026, at Al Masa Hotel in Nasr City — the first gathering of its kind for smart and electric vehicles in Egypt,…
Soueast S05 Becomes Brand's Cheapest Car in Egypt at EGP 1.07 Million
Man East, the exclusive distributor for Soueast in Egypt, has positioned the Soueast S05 2027 as the brand's most affordable offering at EGP 1.07 million. The vehicle comes in a…
Tesla Pressures Europe to Approve FSD Amid Safety Expert Doubts
Tesla is pushing European regulators to speed up approval of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, citing a media campaign claiming delays cause road deaths. The company secured a Dutch approval…
BMW 520i Executive Launches in Egypt at EGP 3.99 Million.. Full Specs Inside
Global Auto Group has launched the BMW 520i Executive in Egypt at EGP 3.99 million. The car features a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine with 190 hp and 310 Nm of torque,…
BMW 520i Executive Lands in Egypt at EGP 3.99 Million
Global Auto Group, BMW's official importer in Egypt, has launched the BMW 520i Executive at EGP 3,990,000 including a comprehensive maintenance package. The new variant uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder…
China Raises Competition Bar in Egypt's Car Market with Manufacturing and Export Plan
Hesham El-Zeny, editor-in-chief of Ahram Auto, revealed that China's car replacement cycle is just one year, compared to four or five years in Europe and Japan. Chinese automakers are exporting…
Expert Identifies Two Essential Criteria Before Buying a Chinese Car in Egypt
During an interview on the "Kol El-Ab'aad" program on Extra News, Hisham El-Zeiny, editor-in-chief of Ahram Auto, stressed that buying a Chinese car requires two key criteria: the manufacturer's history…
Expert Reveals Used Car Pricing Crisis in Egypt: A Market Without a Ruling Price
Egypt's used car market suffers from the absence of clear pricing standards, according to Hisham El-Zini, editor-in-chief of Ahram Auto. New car prices influence used vehicle values but without any…
Buying an EV Now? Battery Tech Could Make You Regret It
Electric vehicle sales in Egypt are growing gradually, exceeding two thousand units monthly, but the rapid pace of battery technology development is forcing buyers to pause. Hesham El-Zeiny, editor-in-chief of…
Why Is 'Overprice' Back in the Egyptian Car Market? Expert Reveals the Pricing Secret
Media figure Hisham El-Zeiny confirmed that the overprice phenomenon has returned to Egypt's car market due to shrinking supply and consumer fears of rising prices amid global and regional tensions.…
Egypt Interior Ministry Scraps Fire Extinguisher Requirement, Launches One-Stop Window for Car Licensing
Egypt's Interior Ministry has cancelled the requirement to present a fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, and reflective triangle when licensing vehicles, starting October. A one-stop window system has also been introduced…
After Magnite's EGP 32K Hike: Prices of Its Top Rivals in Egypt
Nissan Egypt has increased Magnite prices by up to EGP 32,000, ending introductory offers. The locally assembled compact crossover now ranges from EGP 819,999 to EGP 899,999 across four trims.…
JAC Egypt Slashes JS8 Pro Prices by EGP 95,000 in Limited-Time Offer
Qasrawi Group, JAC's local distributor in Egypt, has reduced JS8 Pro prices by EGP 95,000 for both Limited and Flagship trims, bringing them to EGP 1,150,000 and EGP 1,200,000 respectively.…
BMW 520i Executive Launches in Egypt at EGP 3.99 Million
Global Auto Group has launched the BMW 520i Executive in Egypt at EGP 3,990,000. The luxury sedan packs a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine producing 190 hp and 310 Nm, paired with…
TotalEnergies Raises Engine Oil Prices in Egypt Starting Today
TotalEnergies Marketing Egypt issued a new engine oil price list effective October 7, with increases ranging from 30 to 225 Egyptian pounds per package. The hike targeted gasoline engine oils…
Nissan Magnite 2027 Now Starts at EGP 820K After Official Price Hike of Up to EGP 32K
Nissan Egypt has increased 2027 Magnite prices by EGP 12,000 to EGP 32,000 depending on trim. The new range starts at EGP 820,000 for the base Visia and tops out…
Porsche Cayenne Owners in Egypt Get Exclusive Offers with Up to 25% Discount
Porsche Egypt, through its agent SMG, has launched exclusive offers for owners of Porsche Cayenne models that are five years or older. The package includes a complimentary vehicle inspection, a…
Hyundai Tucson 2026: Free 3-Year or 60,000 km Maintenance Offer Throughout October
GB Auto, Hyundai's agent in Egypt, has introduced a special maintenance offer for new Hyundai Tucson buyers, covering three years or up to 60,000 km, whichever comes first. The promotion…
Qasrawi Group Announces EGP 95,000 Cashback on JAC JS8 Pro for Limited Time
Qasrawi Group, JAC's distributor in Egypt, has announced a EGP 95,000 cashback on the JAC JS8 Pro for a limited time starting October 6, 2026. The Limited trim now costs…
European Car Market Rebounds After Sales Slump
Europe's new car market returned to growth in February 2026 with 926,000 registrations, fueled by battery electric vehicles reaching 15.2% share and hybrids hitting 34.5%. Chinese brands like BYD and…
On October Victory Anniversary: Nasr 128, 1300, and 125 Still Roam Egyptian Streets
As Egypt marks 53 years since the October 1973 victory, Nasr 128, 1300, and 125 cars remain a visible presence on Egyptian roads. The Nasr 128 with its 1,116 cc…
15 Dangerous Habits Threatening Elderly Drivers: From Slow Driving to Ignoring Blind Spots
Walid Abdo, manager of a car maintenance center, revealed 15 habits that elderly drivers must review to ensure safe driving, including driving too slowly without reason, relying on mirrors and…
Nissan Magnite Hits 754 Registrations in Egypt in September, Tops Its Segment
Nissan Egypt announced 754 licensed Magnite units in September, up from 524 in its July debut month. The car is assembled locally with over 55% local content and is the…
Renault Kardian 2025 Officially Announced for Egypt by Abu Ghaly Motors
Abu Ghaly Motors, Renault's official distributor in Egypt, has announced the arrival of the Kardian 2025 compact crossover to the local market. The vehicle rides on a Clio-derived platform and…
Motorcycles Drive September Surge: 44,900 New Bikes Registered in a Single Month
Motorcycles recorded 44,942 registrations in Egypt during September 2026, an 18.05% increase over August and more than the 25,261 passenger cars registered. The 2026 model year dominated with 37,562 units.…
Egypt Vehicle Registrations Jump 12.71% in September, Led by 2026 Models
New vehicle registrations in Egypt rose 12.71% in September to 76,575 units, led by 2026 models. Motorcycles topped the list with 44,942 units, followed by cars at 25,261 and transport…
Smart Electric Cars in Egypt: Latest Official Prices and Available Models
Ezz El Arab Star, Smart's distributor in Egypt, announced updated prices for its electric lineup effective today. The move coincides with interest-free financing offers starting at EGP 21,000 per month.…
Nissan Egypt Raises Magnite Prices by Up to EGP 32,000
Nissan Egypt has ended launch offers for the Magnite 2027 and raised prices by EGP 12,000 to EGP 32,000 depending on the trim. The new starting price is EGP 819,999…