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GMC launches its first compact SUV
GMC's first ever compact SUV, the brand new Terrain, has been launched in the UAE. The five-seat terrain is aimed at those wanting to make the shift from a sedan to a compact SUV. It offers a long wheelbase, reduced front and rear overhangs and a wide stance to ensure optimum levels of interior space, increased comfort and a large loading capacity.
United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, February 27 - 2008 at 08:14 |

Rolls Royce sales up 50% in Qatar
Sales of Rolls Royce cars were up 50% in Qatar in 2007, according to Peter Schoppmann, regional director of the company for the Middle East. Following the unofficial launch of the new Phantom coupe on February 17, Schoppmann said there would be another product launch in 2009. He said the next 24 months are going to be very busy for the automaker with the coupe and the smaller Phantom scheduled for 2009, adding that following recent launches in Qatar, he was expecting an order bank of one to two years from customers anticipating the launch in Qatar later this year, reported Gulf Times.
Qatar: Tuesday, February 26 - 2008 at 08:06 |

New sport sedans in Aljomaih
Aljomaih Automotive Company announced the availability of 2008 Cadillac CTS and Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan in its showrooms. Aljomaih is General Motor's dealer in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia: Monday, February 25 - 2008 at 09:19 |

Abu Dhabi Motors posts strong sales
Abu Dhabi Motors, exclusive importer of BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, announced its highest sales ever in 2007 with a 36% increase over 2006, the highest year-on-year growth in the Middle East for BMW Group, achieving 2,561 unit sales in comparison to last year's 1,890 units. Last year, Abu Dhabi Motors also achieved the third highest sales volume worldwide for Rolls-Royce, with more than 100% growth in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, and the highest sales volume in the Middle East, placing Abu Dhabi third behind only Beverly Hills and London.
United Arab Emirates: Sunday, February 24 - 2008 at 08:16 |

Chery's Iran car deal feels pinch
Chinese banks' reduced cooperation with their Iran counterparts due to US pressure over Tehran's nuclear plans is affecting the recent carmaking deal between China's Chery Automobile Co and Iran Khodro, reported Reuters. Chery has agreed to set up a $370m assembly plant in Iran, targeting local and neighboring markets, but Khodro's CEO told Isna news agency, the action 'creates question marks'.
Iran: Saturday, February 23 - 2008 at 08:42 |

Al Tayer Motors gets best dealer award
Al Tayer Motors has been ranked number one among Maserati's 265 international distributors, winning the Trident marque's newly instituted 'Global Best Dealer' award, reported Gulf News.
United Arab Emirates: Thursday, February 21 - 2008 at 08:57

New SL AMG has race start function
Mercedes-Benz Middle East is set to launch a new SL 63 AMG that includes a Race Start function. 'The Race Start function is similar to the system formally used on Formula One cars at the start of a race,' said Lee Boyle, Regional Sales Manager, Mercedes-AMG Middle East and Levant. 'It enables the SL 63 AMG driver to call on maximum acceleration, while ensuring optimum traction of the driven wheels.' The SL 63 AMG is the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 production model in its class.
Wednesday, February 20 - 2008 at 07:46

Ferrari and Maserati get new showroom
Al Fardan Sports Motors Company, a member of Alfardan Group and exclusive Ferrari and Maserati importer in Qatar, was handed over y, the new Ferrari and Maserati showroom located in the heart of The Pearl Island in Qatar, reported Gulf Times. The new showroom will epitomise new standards of luxury and elegance and will house an assortment of the Ferrari and Maserati models for sports luxury motor enthusiasts. The showroom also showcases a new Ferrari Licensed Boutique and the first ever Maserati Boutique. The boutiques will offer latest trends branded accessories and lifestyles products. The outlets will be designed in accordance with the international standards of Ferrari and Maserati. The new showroom will be formally inaugurated later this year.
Qatar: Tuesday, February 19 - 2008 at 10:07 |