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Exeed Opens New 3S Center in Heliopolis in Partnership with El Sharkawy Group
Exeed Egypt has launched a new 3S center in Heliopolis in partnership with Eastern Trade – El Sharkawy Group. The facility offers sales, after-sales services, and genuine spare parts under…
Xi Jinping's Egypt Visit: Charting a New Industrial Era for the Auto Sector
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt marks a turning point in bilateral auto industry cooperation. Egypt is transitioning from a consumer market for Chinese brands to a regional production…
Chinese Cars in Egypt: How the Market Landscape Shifted in a Decade?
Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Egypt highlights the remarkable growth of Chinese cars in the Egyptian market over the past decade. Chinese brands moved from competing on price to…
Lada Granta Last Version in Egypt: Full Prices and Specs Before You Buy
The last version of the Lada Granta in Egypt was produced locally until mid-2023 and is now available in the used market for EGP 410,000 to EGP 520,000. It features…
The Bitter Truth: A $600K Maybach Uses the Same Engine as AMG
A recent report revealed that the Mercedes-Maybach luxury sedan, priced over $600,000, shares its twin-turbo V8 with Mercedes-AMG performance models. The key difference lies in engine tuning and vehicle character,…
Car Seat Evolution: From Windshield-Mounted Seats to Modern ISOFIX Systems
This article traces the evolution of child car seats from the early 20th century when seats mounted in front of the front wheels were considered normal, through hanging hammocks and…
Geely Monjaro Hybrid Makes Global Debut in Egypt
Geely has unveiled the Monjaro Hybrid Em-i with a world-first launch in Egypt, making the Egyptian market the first to receive this D-SUV before other global markets. The vehicle is…
12 New Cars Debuted in Egypt Last August: From a 1,100 km Hybrid SUV to Electric Luxury
The Egyptian car market saw 12 new model launches during August, headlined by the MG RX9 hybrid with seven seats and a 1,100 km total range. The DFSK E5 Plus…
Fatal Transistor Defect Forces Hyundai to Recall 731 Avante Hybrids in Singapore
Singapore has ordered the recall of 731 Hyundai Avante hybrid sedans, representing about 80% of all registered units of this model. The cause is a defective transistor in the power…
Egypt Moves to Localize Car Body Manufacturing with Spanish Investor and El-Sewedy
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met today with Engineer Ahmed El-Sewedy and Spanish investor Juan Maria Riberas to discuss localizing car body manufacturing in Egypt. The meeting aims to enhance domestic…
Kaiyi Motors Egypt Appoints Amr Salama as Marketing Director and Reveals Local Manufacturing Plan
Kaiyi Motors Egypt has appointed Amr Salama as its new Marketing Director to lead the brand's growth strategy in the Egyptian market. The company is preparing to start local production…
HISOS: Egyptian App Aims to Solve Parking Nightmares with QR Codes
Two Egyptian engineers have launched HISOS, an app that uses QR codes to connect drivers with the owners of parked cars causing obstructions or other issues. The app ensures privacy…
From Components to Complete Cars: Egypt's Plan to Localize Auto Industry and Cut Prices
Egypt's Ministry of Industry is working on an integrated plan to localize car manufacturing by deepening local component use and supporting feeder industries. The plan aims to identify challenges facing…
China Rewrites Global Auto Industry Rules: 15 Million Cars in Six Months and Unprecedented Export Surge
China produced and sold nearly 15 million vehicles in the first half of 2026, with exports reaching 5.1 million units in just six months, on track for 10 million by…
Baic U5 Plus Manual Hits Egypt at EGP 695K — A New Choice for Stick-Shift Fans
Alkan Auto, Baic's local distributor in Egypt, has introduced a new manual transmission version of the Baic U5 Plus sedan priced at EGP 695,000. The variant features a 1.5-liter petrol…
3366 Chinese Companies in Egypt: Auto Industry Leads Investment Expansion Ahead of Xi Jinping's Visit
Data shows around 3,366 Chinese companies operate in Egypt, with the automotive sector taking the lead. Investments are moving toward local manufacturing and increasing the share of locally made car…
Egypt's Foreign Minister Inspects Mobile Consular Services Vehicle for Citizens Abroad
Egypt's Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty inspected the mobile consular services vehicle during a tour at the ministry's headquarters in the New Administrative Capital on Monday. The vehicle is designed…
Cairo's Attaba and Mousky Development Enters Phase Two: New Lighting and Traffic Reorganization
The Attaba and Mousky district in Cairo is undergoing phase two of its market development project, fully funded by the Ministry of Local Development's budget. Works include utility replacement, sidewalk…
Egypt Travel Auction September 2026: Private Cars, Buses and Motorcycles for Sale by Sealed Envelope
Egypt Travel Company has announced a new sealed-envelope auction for used cars, buses and motorcycles scheduled for September 7, 2026. The auction includes 5 Mercedes private cars, 8 Mercedes 350…
Egypt's Electric Rail Project Hits Major Milestone with October Trial Run Deadline
Egypt's Transport Minister has announced a firm timeline for completing major public transit projects, with trial operations of the high-speed electric railway beginning in early October. The 2,250 km network…
Expert: New Car Price Cuts Contradict Current Market Conditions
Automotive expert Montasser Zeitoun revealed that recent cuts on new car prices came contrary to market conditions that push prices upward. Fierce competition and the need to clear inventory drove…
Tarek Massoud Becomes First Egyptian to Lead African Automobile Manufacturers Association
The African Association of Automobile Manufacturers (AAAM) has elected Tarek Massoud as its president, making him the first Egyptian and Arab to hold the position. Massoud, CEO of Hyundai Motor…
Freon Gas Leak in Your Car: Is It Safe to Drive or a Silent Death Trap?
A tragic family death in Egypt from a Freon leak highlights the severe risks of driving with a refrigerant system failure. The danger extends from reduced cooling efficiency to toxic…
Rehigh Cars in Egypt Get EGP 25,000 Discount and Free License Offers
Rehigh's Egyptian distributor has announced a EGP 25,000 discount across all models, including a free license and two-year or 60,000 km maintenance package. The brand is hosting test drives at…
Volkswagen Faces Massive Worker Resistance as Restructuring Plan Escalates
The conflict between Volkswagen management and IG Metall union has intensified over a massive restructuring plan involving factory closures and 50,000 additional job cuts. The union has vowed widespread resistance…
Hyundai Venue Locally Assembled Launches in Egypt on September 16
Ghabbour Auto will launch the locally assembled Hyundai Venue in Egypt on September 16. The car features a 1.6-liter engine with 123 horsepower and a 6-speed automatic transmission. Compact dimensions…
August Discounts Shake Egypt's Auto Market: 19 Cars Drop Up to EGP 340K
Egypt's car market witnessed widespread price cuts in August 2026, covering 19 new models with discounts up to EGP 340,000. Volvo led the reductions with its electric ES90 sedan, followed…
6 New Cars Launched for the First Time in Egypt in August
Egypt's car market saw 6 new models officially launched in August, including the Opel Frontera — the brand's first seven-seater priced at 1,190,000 EGP. The iCAUR V27 extended-range EV also…
GM Invests $144M CAD to Build Next-Gen GMC Sierra Heavy-Duty Trucks in Ontario
General Motors workers in Canada approved a new agreement adding next-generation heavy-duty GMC Sierra truck production to the Oshawa plant in Ontario. The deal includes a 144 million CAD investment…
Iron Dome Could Save Volkswagen's Osnabrück Plant from Closure
Volkswagen is considering converting its Osnabrück plant to produce defense components for Israel's Iron Dome system, aiming to prevent closure by 2027. The plan includes making launchers, generators, and heavy…
Trump Tariffs Threaten Toyota and Honda Production and Intensify Auto Industry Pressures
President Donald Trump announced new 50% tariffs on vehicles imported from Canada, effective January 1, 2027. Toyota and Honda represent over three-quarters of Canadian auto production, with Canadian-built cars making…
Opel Corsa 2026 in Egypt: The Cheapest New German Car with Sporty Specs
The Opel Corsa 2026 is the cheapest new German car available in the Egyptian market through Al Mansour Automotive. It features a 1200 cc turbo engine producing 130 hp and…
Hyundai Reveals Ambitious Plan: Over 100 New Models by 2030
Hyundai has announced a plan to launch over 100 new or updated models by 2030, including 7 new cars within the next eight months. The launches break down as 58…
Nissan Opens Full-Service Facility at Gesr El Suez, Expands Egypt Footprint After Magnite Launch
Nissan Egypt has opened a new integrated facility in Gesr El Suez, Cairo, in partnership with dealer Wahdan Auto. The branch spans 1,360 square meters and includes a showroom, service…
Nissan Egypt and Wahdan Auto Open Full-Service Showroom in New Nozha
Nissan Egypt has opened a full-service showroom in partnership with Wahdan Auto in the Gesr El Suez area following a complete renovation aligned with the global brand identity. The facility…
1957 Humber Hawk: The British Classic That United Abdel Fattah El-Qasri and Youssef Wahbi
The 1957 Humber Hawk is a British classic that united actors Abdel Fattah El-Qasri and Youssef Wahbi. It features a 2267 cc four-cylinder engine producing up to 79 horsepower with…
Nissan Egypt Opens Integrated Branch in Gesr El-Suez with Wahdan Auto
Nissan Egypt has opened a new integrated branch in Gesr El-Suez in collaboration with Wahdan Auto, following a complete renovation aligned with the latest global Nissan identity. The 1,360-square-meter facility…
Egypt's Car Market Discounts: Is a Price Correction Finally Here?
Significant discounts have returned to Egypt's car market, driven by overflowing dealer lots and the need to make room for 2027 models. The cuts expose earlier pricing misjudgments and shifting…
Top 5 Pickup Trucks in the Egyptian Market for August 2026: Prices and Specs
This report highlights the top 5 pickup trucks available in the Egyptian market during August 2026. The lineup includes the RELY R8 with a Mitsubishi engine starting at EGP 2.3…
AutoX Expo Partners with General Division and Manufacturers & Traders Associations to Support Consumers and Boost Sales
The AutoX certified dealers exhibition announced a joint partnership with the General Division for Automobiles, the Auto Manufacturers Association, and the Auto Traders Association to support consumers and boost sales.…
Egypt-China Partnership to Build EVs Locally and Export Across Africa
Egypt and China are moving toward a new industrial partnership to produce electric vehicles locally and export them across Africa and the Middle East. The anticipated visit of Chinese President…
After 8 Years of Partnership, Nissan and Wahdan Auto Open New Showroom with Global Identity
Nissan Egypt officially inaugurated its Wahdan Auto branch in Jeser El Suez after a complete renovation aligned with the brand's newest global identity. The facility spans 1,360 square meters and…
Amiriya Bridge Reopens After Major Rehabilitation of Concrete Joints and Pavement
The Amiriya Bridge over the Ismailia Canal has reopened following a major upgrade project. The work included repairing concrete joints and repaving the bridge deck to extend its lifespan. The…
China Tightens Grip on EV Industry, Turning Western Automakers into Assemblers
China has become the undisputed center of the electric vehicle industry by controlling most of the supply chain, from raw minerals to battery production. The country holds 85% of global…
Agricultural Reform Authority Auction: Chevrolet Cruze, Lada 2107 and Peugeot Among 3 Cars in September
The General Authority for Agricultural Reform has announced a public auction on September 7, 2026, selling 3 cars: a Chevrolet Cruze 2012, a Lada 2107, and a Peugeot salvage vehicle.…
1976 Mazda 121 Classic Listed for Sale in Egypt: Fully Restored for EGP 500,000
A classic 1976 Mazda 121 is listed for sale in Egypt at EGP 500,000. The car is fully restored and keeps its original engine and transmission, and comes with a…
North Sinai Traffic Prosecution Car Auction Kicks Off September 9: Top Cars and Conditions
Egypt's General Authority for Governmental Services has announced a public auction for vehicles from the North Sinai Traffic Administration Prosecution, set for September 9, 2026. The lineup includes Daewoo Lanos,…
Hyundai Accent RB 2026 in Egypt: The Korean Brand's Most Affordable Car with Practical Specs
The Hyundai Accent RB is the most affordable new car that Hyundai offers in the Egyptian market through the Ghabbour Auto group. It features a 1.6-liter engine producing 125 horsepower…
Defective Brakes Violation: Egyptian Traffic Law Imposes 1-Year Jail and EGP 5,000 Fine
Egyptian traffic law imposes strict penalties for driving vehicles with defective brakes, starting with six months imprisonment and a fine of EGP 1,500 for a first offense. Penalties escalate upon…
Traffic Auction Heats Up: License Plate 'M M 88' Surges to EGP 2.1 Million
The traffic auction witnessed a massive surge as the 'M M 88' license plate reached EGP 2.1 million, with three bidders locked in a fierce competition. All proceeds from distinctive…