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Investment Ministry Meets Car Dealers: Slow 'ACID' Approvals Top the Agenda
Egypt's Investment Ministry held a meeting with car dealers to discuss import barriers, with slow ACID approvals taking center stage. The delays have disrupted vehicle deliveries and led to a…
Local Car Assembly Sales Surge 23% in Five Months — The Chart Explains
Locally assembled car sales in Egypt grew 23% in the first five months of 2026, reaching 53,261 units versus 43,297 in 2025. Meanwhile, imported passenger car sales surged 46.1% to…
Egypt plans $500M passenger car tire factory to cut import bill
The Egyptian government plans to build a factory for passenger car and light commercial vehicle tires with $500 million in investments. The project aims to reduce an annual tire import…
Chevrolet Tops Egypt Car Sales Rankings in First Half of 2026
Chevrolet topped Egypt's car market sales in the first half of 2026 with a 16.6% market share, selling 16,417 vehicles. Nissan came second at 14.3%, followed by Chery at 10.3%.…
Egypt's Vehicle Exports Exceed $68 Million in Four Months
Egypt's vehicle exports reached $68.13 million in the first four months of the year, shipping to 19 countries. The UK leads imports, with buses dominating export value. Data from CAPMS…
Nigeria Bets on Electric Cars Despite Energy Crisis and Infrastructure Gaps
Nigeria is building an electric vehicle market despite chronic power shortages and weak charging infrastructure. Fuel price hikes following the 2023 subsidy removal made conventional vehicles expensive to operate, potentially…
Egypt Car Sales Jump 32.6% in First Half of 2026
The Automotive Market Information Council (AMIC) reported a 32.6% rise in Egypt's car sales during H1 2026. Total sales reached 98,829 vehicles, with passenger car sales growing 29%. Bus sales…
Expert: 6 Golden Tips Before Buying a Discontinued Used Car
Egyptian expert Wael Mokheimer offers essential advice for buying a discontinued used car, emphasizing that the decision depends on car condition, mileage, service regularity, and resale ease. He stresses verifying…
Warning Signs That Reveal Engine Damage Before It's Too Late
Car engines send clear warning signals before major failures, with frequent overheating and strange noises being among the most dangerous indicators. Exhaust smoke color provides crucial diagnostic information about internal…
Extreme Heat Threatens Engines: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Car Radiator
Egypt and the Middle East are enduring a brutal heatwave right now, fueled by the seasonal Indian monsoon depression. Long drives during peak hours put extra strain on vehicles and…
Before New Replacement Initiative Launch.. Official Reveals Why Previous Ones Failed
Why Previous Initiatives StumbledEngineer Alaa Salah El-Din, head of the automotive unit at the Ministry of Industry and supervisor of the national program for developing the automotive industry, revealed the…
Egypt's Industry Ministry Identifies 5 Challenges Behind Car Price Hikes and a Swift Action Plan
Five core issues are driving up the cost of automotive feeding industries in Egypt. Engineer Alaa Salah El-Din, head of the Automotive Industry Unit at the Ministry of Industry and…
Expert: Egypt on the Path to a New Automotive Manufacturing Era — New Tire and Battery Plants Coming Soon
The shift is clear. Egypt's automotive industry is moving decisively toward a "Made in Egypt" era, backed by expanding government incentives, supportive laws, and programs for investors, alongside serious efforts…
Gasoline, REEV, or Electric? Your Guide to Choosing the Right Car Type for Daily Use
Car options in the Egyptian market have never been more diverse. It's no longer just about price or design — the powertrain itself is now a decisive factor in your…
Bloggers and Trends: Who Really Shapes Our Minds?
A question demands an answer. Who is truly shaping society's direction and youth minds today? Universities, schools, and families once had the final say in building public awareness. But what…
Egypt Unveils Tax and Customs Incentives to Attract Indian Auto Investments
Egypt's Finance Minister Ahmed Kojak confirmed that the state is intensifying efforts to create a more attractive and competitive investment environment. The goal is clear: draw in more foreign capital,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Administrative crisis hits German carmakers as thousands of office jobs vanish
Germany's automotive industry is facing a new kind of test — this time not on the production line, but inside offices and administrative departments. Major manufacturers have begun concrete plans…
Car Replacement Initiative.. A Long-Awaited Boost for Egypt Auto Market
The Egyptian government is preparing to launch a new vehicle replacement program, coordinated between the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Finance. The initiative aims to offer citizens a…
Egypt's Maritime Leap Reshapes Auto Trade and Regional Logistics
Egypt is climbing the ranks of global trade. The country topped the African continent in the maritime shipping connectivity index during the second quarter of 2026, according to data from…
The 'World's Factory' Under Pressure: New Destinations Lure Production Lines Away from China
China is no longer the sole destination for global companies seeking low-cost production. The international manufacturing map is witnessing a notable shift, fueled by rising trade tensions, higher operating costs,…
Industry Minister: No Global Presence Without Real Quality... Egypt Enforces Global Standards on Auto Sector
Standards aren't a luxury. Engineer Khaled Hashem, Minister of Industry, confirmed that improving the quality system is a crucial element for enhancing the competitiveness of Egyptian industry and supporting its…
Egypt's Cabinet Details Support for Auto Industry Among 7 Priority Sectors
Egypt's Cabinet Media Center has revealed a comprehensive package of incentives and investments aimed at industrial expansion, with a sharp focus on the automotive sector. The numbers speak for themselves.The…
Why Are Today's Cars Heavier Than Ever Before?
The numbers are striking. A car that was classified as compact a few years ago is now larger and heavier, while some SUVs easily top two tons, and large electric…
3-Cylinder Engines Under Fire: Expert Reveals the Real Story
The debate over 3-cylinder engines refuses to die down. Automotive expert Engineer Osama Watany confirms these engines have become a global trend in the industry, with many proving their efficiency…
Media Experts Call for Adopting French Model to Regulate Influencers
A clear call has been made to regulate the work of bloggers and influencers in Egypt, drawing on successful international experiences. Dr. Howaida Mustafa, Deputy Head of the State Information…
Media Expert: Digital Culture Gap Is the Real Problem Behind Bloggers' Violations
Blame the culture, not the platforms. Dr. Howaida Mostafa, Vice President of the State Information Service, member of the National Media Authority, and former Dean of the Faculty of Mass…
Car Expert Warns: Don't Trust Blogger Reviews of 3-Cylinder Engines — Here's Why
Engineer Osama Watni, a prominent car expert, has cautioned Egyptian consumers against relying on blogger opinions when evaluating vehicles and their engine performance. The numbers alone never tell the full…
Media Expert: Platforms Are Responsible for Content, Removing Misleading News Is Mandatory in Europe
The digital space has changed fundamentally. Dr. Howaida Mostafa stressed that countries no longer hold only content creators accountable, as responsibility now extends to the platforms hosting them — a…
Egypt's Commercial Vehicle Sales Remain Stable in July
Egypt's commercial vehicle market is holding its ground. The Egyptian Motor Insurance Bureau's latest report revealed sales of 3,397 trucks and commercial vehicles in July 2026, a slight dip of…
Motorcycle Sales in Egypt Drop 19% in July
The Egyptian motorcycle market shifted gears in July. Fresh official data shows a significant drop in newly registered bikes compared to the month before.July Numbers Tell a Different StoryAccording to…
Media Expert: Freedom of Speech is a Responsibility and Fake News Threatens Societies
Fake news poses a real danger. That is the core of the warning issued by Dr. Howaida Mostafa, Deputy Head of the State Information Service and former Dean of the…
New Legislation to Regulate Influencers.. Media Expert: Digital Media Outpaced Laws and the State is Moving
Digital media has outpaced the law. That was the blunt assessment from Dr. Howaida Mostafa, Vice President of the State Information Service and member of the National Media Council, addressing…
Egypt Studies Ambitious Plan to Double Car Production in 5 Years
A high-level government meeting took place in Cairo today. Egyptian Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem met with a delegation from the Presidential Advisory Council for Scientists and Experts, alongside heads,…
Egypt's Passenger Car Sales Jump to 22.4K Units in July
Passenger car sales in Egypt surged to 22,453 units in July, marking a 6.19% increase compared to June's 21,144 units. The growth was largely driven by a significant push in…
Egypt Vehicle Sales Report: Chevrolet Leads July While MG Makes a Striking Leap to Second Place
The numbers tell the story. Egypt's mandatory vehicle insurance authority has released its official ranking of the best-selling new car brands for July, covering everything from passenger sedans to trucks…
Motorcycle Registrations Drop 19% in July After June Surge
After an exceptional surge in June, motorcycle registrations fell to 35,168 units in July. That's a 19.08% decline compared with the previous month when 43,461 bikes were registered, marking the…
Passenger Cars Defy Market Dip: July Licensing Data Reveals a New Competitive Landscape
The numbers tell a striking story. Passenger car registrations climbed to 22,453 units in July, up from 21,144 in June, a 6.19% growth that stands in sharp contrast to the…
Geely Tops Egypt's EV Market for the First Time in July
The shift is real. Geely recorded 225 licensed electric vehicles during July, securing the top spot in the monthly rankings compiled by Egypt's mandatory vehicle insurance pool for the very…
New Industrial Investment Amendments in Egypt: Operating Condition Scrapped and Relief for Stalled Projects
Decisive moves came today. Egypt's Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem, issued Decree No. 171 of 2026, introducing substantive amendments to Decree No. 107 of 2026. These changes abolish several restrictions…
German Auto Industry Business Climate Index Hits 3-Year High at -0.1 Points
Sentiment in Germany's automotive sector improved markedly in July. The business climate index for the industry, published by the Ifo Institute in Munich, rose by 6 points, yet remained in…
Egypt Car Sales Surge 40% in First Half of 2026
The numbers are striking. A fresh report from Fox 2 Move, a well-known global automotive market data agency, shows Egyptian car sales jumped over 40% in the first half of…
Egypt Targets Full Local Car Body Manufacturing and Boosting Local Component Production
The numbers are clear. Egypt's government is pushing to shift the automotive industry from assembly to full integrated manufacturing, focusing on deepening local component production and localizing key parts —…
New Refractories Plant in Egypt to Cut Imports and Boost Automotive Competitiveness
Egypt is positioning itself to attract another global investment that could reshape local manufacturing. RHI Magnesita, the international refractory maker, is studying the establishment of its first integrated production plant…
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