2004
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Jeep sales surge in Middle East
Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge Middle East saw year-on-year sales increase by a record 181 pc in July 2004. Growing demand across the region for Jeep and Dodge vehicles was the main driver. Jeep sales doubled with the popular Jeep Cherokee tripling its year-on-year July sales. Sales of the Jeep Wrangler doubled.
Audi sales rocket in Mideast
Audi Sales in the Middle East region rose sharply in July 2004, compared with the same month in 2003. Kuwait was the strongest market with an 85 per cent increase in sales, with Oman closely following at 80 per cent. For the same period, Audi also saw strong growth from other key markets with 56pc growth in Dubai, 40 per cent growth in Saudi Arabia and 25 per cent in Bahrain.
Gargash launches Mercedes C-Class offer
Gargash Motors, the Dubai-based Mercedes dealer, is offering the Mercedes C-Class saloon for Dhs1,999 per month, subject to bank approval. The offer applies to the new generation C-Class that comes with the Mercedes Direct Control system, including more dynamic suspension, steering and engine power.
Ghosn targets Infiniti at Mid-East
Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan, says the company plans to aggressively promote the luxury Infiniti brand in the Middle East. Infiniti enjoyed great US success last year, with 25 pc growth in 2003. Ghosn told LBC television that he hopes to mirror that success in the Middle East, where he says consumers value Japanese brands extremely highly.
Cadillac launches Arabia website
Cadillac has launched a bi-lingual Middle East website as part of its efforts to spearhead the brand's revival in the region. The Arabic and English versions of the site, www.cadillacarabia.com, feature new models such as the SRX sports utility vehicle and the XLR roadster.
Premier Shine launches restoration services
Dubai-based Premier Shine has launched a new service that claims to restore used luxury cars to their showroom condition. The company plans to expand rapidly in the Middle East, with Doha and Riyadh lined up as the next destinations.
Land Rover MENA sales up 38pc
Land Rover, the premium 4x4 automotive manufacturer, announced a 38 per cent increase in Middle East and North Africa sales for the first half of 2004. Sales of the Discovery and flagship Range Rover were both up sharply. Dubai recordied a 19 per cent increase while Saudi Arabia witnessed 13 per cent growth.
Special offers on BMW X3
Dubai-based BMW dealer AGMC has launched special introductory offers on the new X3 sports activity vehicle. The normal introductory retail price is Dhs167,000, but AGMC is offering the vehicles for below Dhs160,000.
Jaguar sales show H1 growth
Jaguar has repored a 16 per cent rise in regional sales for the first half of 2004 thanks to the continuing success of the Jaguar XJ, which tripled sales. Saudi Arabia achieved the biggest growth, with sales up 64 per cent, followed by the UAE and Lebanon both up by 35 per cent.
Honda Civic LXi Special Edition
UAE distributor Trading Enterprises has unveiled the Honda Civic LXi Special Edition with central locking, four speakers, rear spoiler and chrome exhaust finish. Also as standard is power steering, three-year unlimited warranty, dual airbags, power options and CD player.
Zero rate financing on Lexus ES300
Al Futtaim motors has unveiled a zero per cent finance package on the Lexus ES300. As well as zero per cent financing for one year, Al Futtaim is offering no down payment and a 90-day deferred payment structure. The interest rate rise to 3 per cent for financing over a five-year period.
New entry-level Kia Cerato
UAE Kia distributor Al Majid Motors is promoting the new entry-level Cerato which is available with either a 1.6 and 2-litre engine. This pleasantly styled car is priced from Dhs31,900, making it one of the most affordable new cars. Visit, www.kia-uae.com.
C-Class revvs up Mercedes sales
Mercedes-Benz Middle East increased sales from 5,345 to 5,456 vehicles in the first half of the year thanks to a 30 per cent rise in C-Class sales to 1,145 cars, and a 29 per cent boost to E-Class sales to 2,029 vehicles. Dubai and Kuwait were the fastest growing markets in the region.
Hot offers on Chrysler models
UAE Chrysler distributor Trading Enterprises is offering new low monthly installments on the Neon, PT Cruiser and Sebring. There is also no down payment, trade-in facilities, a three-year or 100,000km warranty and three years of road side assistance. Visit www.chrysleruae.com.
Nissan Altima sales strong
Regional sales of the all-new Nissan Altima have exceeded expectations by 30 per cent a month after its launch. Local modifications include a larger radiator and grille for increased cooling capacity, enhanced brake systems for high-temperature performance, V-rated tyres, and unique hubs, suspension, and steering. There is a choice of 2.5-litre and 3.5-litre engines.
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