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  • Dubai's Rent a car sector sees 20% rise in demand


    Demand for hired cars in Dubai has grown by up to 20 per cent in the past few months despite the financial crisis, says Moried Al Taher, Chairman of Discount Rent A Car. Emirates Business 24/7 - 07Jan 06:16GMT
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  • New Renault Symbol drives in to the UAE


    Reinforcing its commitment to offer UAE residents a wider product range choice, Renault GCC is proud to introduce the all New Renault Symbol which represents the evolution of the successful Clio - popularly known as Clio Classic. Press Release - 06Jan 12:01GMT
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  • New Suzuki Alto Lapin with enhanced performance and fuel economy launched


    Suzuki Motor Corporation has announced the Japanese domestic launch of the new Alto Lapin, a minivehicle that combines a distinctive retro design with outstanding fuel economy. Press Release - 06Jan 07:49GMT
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  • Porsche takes over Volkswagen


    The German luxury sportscar maker Porsche has taken over Volkswagen, the biggest European car maker, by purchasing more than 50 percent of its shares, Porsche said late on Monday. AFP - 06Jan 07:47GMT
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  • Al Rawas Auto, India's Emrald Tyres join hands


    Al Rawas Auto LLC, a subsidiary of Abdullah Saeed Badar al Rawas Group has joined hands with Emrald Resilient Tyres Manufacturers Pvt Ltd, India, a leading industrial tyre manufacturer for distributing the tyres across Oman and other Middle East countries. Oman Daily Observer - 04Jan 06:17GMT
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  • Qatar: Firm to offer desert recovery for vehicles


    The recently launched Raha Auto Assistance will soon provide recovery services to drivers who get stuck in the deserts, a senior official of the company has said. The Peninsula - 02Jan 08:01GMT
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  • Lancer Evolution X - Gets a Revision


    For those motoring enthusiasts who have dreamed of owning the high performance Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X, their dream gets closer to reality, with a much lower price to be paid. Al Habtoor Motors LLC has announced new reduced prices for its entire range of Lancer Evolution X 2009 MY cars. Press Release - 31Dec 08:35GMT
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  • Suzuki SX4 Sedan, Grand Vitara launched at Jeddah International Motor Show


    Suzuki Saudia, the sole distributor of Suzuki vehicles in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and part of Bamarouf Group, has announced that its participation in this year's Jeddah International Motor Show that is running since December 27, 08 and is continuing till 31 December. Press Release - 30Dec 12:22GMT
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  • Mannai Auto launches the Cadillac CTS-V in Qatar


    Mannai Automotive, the sole importer of such prestigious automotive brands as Cadillac, Hummer, GMC, Opel and Subaru in Qatar, has announced the imminent launch of the V8 luxury sedan in the country. Press Release - 30Dec 08:47GMT
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  • Car dealers in Jordan complain of stagnation in sales


    Sales of new cars in Jordan have dropped significantly over the past three months and traders attributed the decline to global economic difficulties. Jordan Times - 30Dec 06:28GMT
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