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Homegrown innovation is at the heart of Sanaa Ouahmane’s leadership in AWR Mobility Services. An automotive veteran for over 20 years, Sanaa was ready to set digital transformation in motion for the rental and leasing division at AW Rostamani Group when she joined back in 2020. Understanding the ever-changing needs of her customers, Ms. Sanaa explored beyond the traditional retail rentals & commercial leasing verticals to curate a new mobility solution arm that challenges traditional mind-set and constantly delivers innovative products for the UAE audience. Hence, AWR Mobility Services played an instrumental role in enabling Sanaa and her team to design,

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Bridgestone EMEA, a global leader in tires and sustainable mobility solutions, showcased the promising future of fleets in the Middle East during its participation in the Truck and Fleet Conference. The event, which was held recently, brought together industry leaders, providing insights into sustainable practices, digital transformations, and the evolving landscape of urban mobility. The Middle East, by leveraging its robust infrastructure, is set to leverage global focuses on sustainability and digitalisation. At the event, Bridgestone EMEA underlined the region’s potential and commitment to advancing the future of fleet management.

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Kia Middle East and Africa announces the forthcoming introduction of its revolutionary ‘Platform Beyond Vehicle’ (PBV) model in the MEA region, scheduled for 2026. To celebrate the announcement, Kia is hosting an event to introduce the modular vehicles on February 20th and 21st, 2024, at Banyan Tree, Bluewaters Island, Dubai. Guests, including media representatives, governmental entities, fleet customers, and business owners from key markets across the region, will be in attendance to witness the unveiling of Kia’s latest total mobility solution.

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Genesis UAE, represented exclusively by Juma Al Majid Co. L.L.C, proudly announces its exceptional performance in 2023, marked by a remarkable 36% increase in sales. This achievement not only showcases the continued dedication of the Genesis team but also marks the second consecutive year of receiving the prestigious ‘Best Performance’ award. Suliman Al Zaben, Director of Genesis UAE, commented: “2023 was another exceptional year as we continued to prioritize customer satisfaction and tailor our services to meet their needs. We are immensely proud of the growth we achieved and extend our gratitude to our loyal customers for their unwavering support,

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Al Nabooda Automobiles L.L.C, the official distributor for Volkswagen in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, has once again been recognized at the prestigious Volkswagen Middle East Dealer of the Year awards. The latest win continues a run that has witnessed back-to-back Dealer of The Year accolades in 2023 and 2022 along with the Best Sales Dealer Network award in 2021. The award announcement follows a comprehensive regional competition conducted by Volkswagen Middle East, evaluating dealers in various categories such as customer experience in sales and service and performance in all areas of the business. Al Nabooda Automobiles also secured further top positions including distinctions as the Best Dealer in the region for New Car Sales,

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Currently, the automotive industry has entered a new era, with a new technological revolution reshaping the industry landscape. Each automotive company finds itself at a crucial juncture in the transition between old and new tracks. Standing at the starting point of 26 years of development, Chery is comprehensively advancing in the field of automotive intelligence, fortifying its technological attributes, establishing technological leadership, and accelerating its stride into intelligence.

Leading the Industry into a New Era of Intelligence

In the field of automotive intelligence, Chery initiated R&D based on active safety technology as early as 2010.

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Reinforcing Dubai’s status as a pivotal hub for creativity and innovation, Gargash Group, a leading business enterprise in the UAE, is proud to announce the unveiling of the Mercedes-Benz Brand Center. Nestled in the heart of Dubai Design District, this new center stands out as a global beacon, embodying Gargash Group’s steadfast commitment to setting industry standards, aligning with the UAE’s vision, and shaping the future of the luxury retail experience.

“At Gargash Group, we’ve always built our legacy on trust, service excellence, and a forward-thinking mindset. Our relentless focus on creating exceptional experiences is not just reshaping how business operates,

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In the dynamic realm of technology, businesses must consistently outpace the competition and adapt to an ever-shifting environment, as progressive services emerge and evolve, becoming integral catalysts in driving regional innovation and upholding international best practices, exemplifying the potential to revolutionise industries and unleash unprecedented growth opportunities.

In fact, technology has transformed the business landscape, empowering smaller operations to compete on equal footing. These enterprises are carving out competitive advantages in today’s dynamic economy by harnessing diverse technological tools, from servers to mobile devices. Business owners must integrate technology into their strategic planning, allowing seamless adoption and future growth.

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Tour d’Excellence of the Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) reached its grand culmination in Doha, Qatar, after a 34 days and 8000 km drive. The two crews, led by Frank M Rinderknecht, CEO of Rinspeed AG and Rainer Zietlow, owner of Challenge4.de, left Geneva on August 28. The arrival in Doha not only marks the completion of this incredible journey, but also celebrate the upcoming opening of GIMS Qatar automotive festival which will take over the city of Doha and beyond from 5 to 14 October.

This extraordinary expedition at the wheel of two 100% electric Volkswagen ID.

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Royal Enfield, global leader in the midsize motorcycle segment (250cc – 750cc), today announced plans to further strengthen its presence in the Middle East and Africa region with the appointment of AW Rostamani Group as its official distribution partner for the UAE region. With the newly formed alliance Royal Enfield will further widen its presence in the UAE. AW Rostamani Group today inaugurated its first Royal Enfield store at Umm Suqeim St. Dubai. Speaking about the partnership with AW Rostamani Group, Yadvinder Singh Guleria, CCO of Royal Enfield, said, “We have been focused on growing the midsize motorcycle segment in the middle eastern markets for almost a decade now.

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