2003
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AAC Ramadan promotion back
For the fifth year, Dubai and northern emirates Nissan dealer AAC, is offering Cash in Your Weight promotion this Ramadan that offers more than USD1,350 off. Cash against leading brands is offered for each kilo the buyer weighs. All 13 AAC's showrooms are equipped with scales for the weigh in.
Traffic police to better PR
Chronic traffic problems have necessitated a full-fledged media unit at Dubai Traffic Police, whose main task would be to better PR with the motoring public. Traffic Police officials hope to get air time on TV and radio to present traffic rules and safety awareness materials. They have, in the past, used email, mobile phones and ATMs to spread the message.
Bahrain F1 to be ready by April
Bahrain's Formula 1 project is speeding ahead and is likely to be fully operational by April 2004. It will bring a Grand Prix course to the Mideast as well as cater to all other forms of car and motorbike racing. Bahrain has awarded a USD13m contract to Siemens to ensure the latest electronic systems.
Dubai Creek to get new bridge
A five-lane dual carriageway across the Dubai Creek is part of major road overhaul plans. Work on the Ras Al Khor Crossing is due to start in July to be completed by 2006, Gulf News said. The third bridge joins Shindagha Tunnel and Al Maktoum and Al Garhoud bridges as cross over points.
Sharjah-Dubai traffic may be eased
There may yet be some solution to the traffic bottleneck between Sharjah and Dubai. The Dubai Municipaility has agreed to reconsider reopening of the Al Mamzar Interchange on Al Ittihad Road after a two-month study, that however, will only be carried out in February.
Moroccans prefer imported cars
Drivers in Morocco are shunning locally made cars in favour of imported ones, even though the marque and model may be the same. Sales of locally produced cars dropped 15 per cent in the first nine months. In contrast, sales of imported cars stayed stable with Renault at the top followed by Peugeot, Toyota and Honda.
New Suzuki Grand Vitara launched
At the launch of the new Grand Vitara XL-7 2004, dealer Al Rostamani Trading said new Suzuki showrooms are being opened in Dubai and Sharjah. The XL-7 has a 2.7lt V6 engine with a 5-speed auto transmission. It offers flexible options for seating and storage.
Bentley coupe arrives in Mideast
The Bentley Continental GT has been introduced in the Mideast. It is said to be the world's fastest four-seat coupe powered by a 5998cc, four-camshaft, twin turbocharged W12 engine. It carries the Bentley hallmark of luxury an dhas the fuel tank under the floor to provide bigger bot space.
BMW appoints Omani dealer
BMW has appointed Oman's Al Jenaibi International Automobiles, a Suhail Bahwan Group arm, as exclusive importer for BMW Group cars and motorcycles in the sultanate. The new partnership was celebrated at a reception in Muscat where Al Jenaibi unveiled a USD10m BMW showroom and after sales centre.
Car raffle galore in Sharjah, Ajman
Cars are in demand this Ramadan in Ajman and Sharjah. Ajman and Sharjah City Centres are offering 4 GMC Yukons and up to USD27,000 on purchases. Sharjah's Al Taawun Mall is offering buyers a Chevrolet Epica while the Sahara Centre has put up three Nissan Pathfinders on a purchase-linked raffle.
Chevrolet Ramadan offer
Chevrolet buyers across the UAE are offered two years/40,000 kms free service. Purchases have to be made during Ramadan. For every test drive made, users are entered into a draw for a chance to win one of three Aveos or one of 60 Nokia 725i phones.
Major traffic diversion in Dubai
There will be major diversions of traffic at Interchange 3 of UAE's Sheikh Zayed Road from mid-November until the completion of the project. USD26m is being spent to replace the Al Manara Interchange. Work on it has begun and will take 16 months to complete. Alternative roads are being prepared.
Sharjah plans a switch to CNG
Sharjah plans a major switch to compressed natural gas from next year to partly replace the use of petrol in cars. CNG is a more efficient and cleaner fuel, and is also cheaper. Cars and vehicles used by Sewa will first be converted in a multi-phase project covering the emirate.
New Mazda arrives in UAE
UAE distributor Galadari Automobiles has launched the 2004 Mazda 323 GLX-S in the local market. The 1.6L, 16-valve engine car comes with dual front airbags. Sporty and stylish, the Japanese make has 4-speed automatic transmission, alloy wheels and leather finish seat material to give a luxurious and sophisticated feel.
Cars, bikes arrive for challenge
Thirty cars and motorbikes have been brought from diverse locations as Europe, Australia and Japan by GAC for the UAE Desert Challenge, which kicks off on Octber 29 on Palm Jumeirah. The four-stage five-day event will cross some of the toughest terrain in the Middle East.
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