2017 BMW 2-Series gets new names & power upgrades
BMW has released details on the new 2017 2-Series. While it looks virtually the same, the main changes are the new names for the models and slight power upgrades.
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2017 Nissan Altima facelift launched in UAE, GCC
Nissan launched the facelifted 2017 Altima in the GCC this week, at an event in the UAE.
Toyota FJ Cruiser to end worldwide production this summer
While the Toyota FJ Cruiser’s demise was greatly exaggerated the last time in 2014, when it was discontinued only in the United States, it seems the time has finally come for the rest of the world to say goodbye as well. Production will fully end by August this year. Update: Production is still continuing, at least for the Middle East market, for the forseeable future, as per Toyota Middle East.
2017 Hyundai Elantra Sport revealed
Hyundai recently revealed the all-new Elantra Sport for the South Korean market. Called the “Avante Sport” over there, it comes with an aggressive bodykit and a more powerful engine.
So we got a 2016 Peugeot 308 Allure
Older residents of the UAE would remember Peugeots being all over the place about a decade ago. Heck, even we had one on our independent long-term fleet. Peugeot is oddly low-key around here nowadays, but their most recent cars are fairly attractive offerings, so we were keen to give the 308 a go. This one is the Allure mid-range trim level, with the turbo engine.
First drive: 2016 Audi A4 in the UAE
Audi recently launched the all-new 2016 A4, the ninth generation of the German luxury brand’s top-selling sedan. It was their best seller in their entire line-up worldwide till 2012, when it was overtaken by the Q5 crossover. Audi went with the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” approach for the looks, while adding their latest tech underneath the skin.
Central Motors & Equipment sole distributor of Phillips 66 products in UAE
Last year, it was announced that Central Motors & Equipment (CME), a member of the Al Fahim Group and distributor of automotive products, had become an official marketer and sole distributor of Phillips 66 Lubricants, one of the largest finished lubricant suppliers in North America, in the UAE. One of Phillips 66’s major products, Kendall Oil was revealed in the UAE recently.
Roush Performance debuts 600 hp Ford F-150 SC Truck
Ever wanted a truck with supercar horsepower figures? Can’t wait until Ford releases the 2017 Ford Raptor, likely with “only” 450 hp? You’re in luck. The 600 hp F-150 SC from Roush Performance is here and you can even get it with a warranty.
China’s SUV brand Haval launched in the UAE
UAE-based dealer Swaidan Trading has announced the arrival of a new SUV brand from China, named Haval.
First drive: 2016 Honda Civic 2.0 in the UAE
The Honda Civic has been struggling to retain its relevance in recent years, what with strong competition from rivals that offer better overall value. Everyone would agree that the last truly-innovative Civic was the one that debuted in 2006, so a decade later, Honda has pulled out all the stops in an attempt to become the benchmark of the compact segment again, as can be seen by the daringly-designed exterior.
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