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From Factory Floor to Auto Show: The “Eurasian Tour with AITO” Convoy Arrives in Paris

From factory floor to auto show, the “Eurasian Tour with AITO” convoy—comprising AITO 9, AITO 7, and AITO 5 vehicles—crossed the Eurasian continent covering about 15,000 kilometres spanning 38 days, passing through 12 countries before arriving in Paris to attend the 90th Paris Motor Show.

On October 14th, under the theme “Intelligence Redefining Luxury,” AITO showcased its industry-leading product lineup and technological advancements to a global audience. One very special AITO 9—a key member of the “Eurasian Tour with AITO” convoy—was on display. Having completed the long expedition from Chongqing to Paris, the vehicle’s journey substantiated the exceptional performance of AITO’s models across complex road conditions and extreme environments.

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Kia EV9

First Drive: 2024 Kia EV9 in the UAE

The Kia EV9 is the brand’s entry into the three-row electric SUV segment. Its boxy yet futuristic design turns heads, and its electric motors provide decent range and performance. Like the Kia EV6 we tested, the EV9 also spills into the premium category with its features and power.

Exterior styling

Kia has pushed the boundaries of SUV design with an angular, almost concept car-like appearance. The front end is dominated by a sleek, pixelated LED light bar, replacing the traditional grille, while the bumper features sharply contoured air intakes.

Its boxy shape and Kia’s “Digital Tiger Face” design language give it an unmistakable identity.

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Nissan Magnite

2025 Nissan Magnite launched, headed for the the UAE & GCC

Japanese automaker Nissan has unveiled the “new” Nissan Magnite sub-compact SUV in New Delhi, the capital of India. The Magnite has been highly popular in the South Asian country, having sold over 150,000 units since its launch in 2020. Nissan aims to continue this success by introducing the new model and has also announced plans to launch a left-hand drive version for additional markets. This move will increase Magnite exports from Nissan’s world-class Chennai plant from 20 right-hand drive markets to more than 65 countries, including the UAE, KSA, and South Africa, thereby realizing Nissan’s “One Car, One World” strategy for the crossover.

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2025 Nissan Patrol vs Toyota Land Cruiser engine specs comparison

2025 Nissan Patrol vs Toyota Land Cruiser engine specs comparison

The 2025 Nissan Patrol has launched an all-new model after 15 years. While the previous Y62 generation model remained popular, a change was needed to improve the performance in terms of power and fuel efficiency. The Toyota Land Cruiser got a new model a few years earlier, in 2022.

The biggest talking points for both models have been the turbocharged engines that replace the V8. We take a closer look at these engines and the naturally aspirated engines on offer on both models.

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Changan CS75 Plus

First Look: 2024 Changan CS75 Plus

First introduced in 2022, the Changan CS75 Plus recently received a minor facelift and some new features for the 2024 model. The CS75 Plus is in a very competitive segment, probably the most competitive segment. Every major brand offers a compact SUV, which the Japanese and Korean brands have a stronghold on.

The CS75 Plus entered the market strongly, with loads of features, back in 2022 and gained traction quickly with its competitive pricing.

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