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Car dealers welcome Egyptian government’s decision to scrap old vehicles
Egypt aims to replace 70,000 old vehicles in 2021, with further 180,000 cars expected to be replaced during 2022, 2023
Mercedes S-Class to arrive at Egypt dealerships in 2021
Mercedes Egypt has announced that its all-new S-Class luxury sedan will be available at local dealerships in 2021. The S-Class W223 was launched globally in September 2020, as Mercedes intends to keep the model at the top of car industry in terms of technology, luxury, and innovation. Mercedes S-Class comes in several segments: the S500 …
Local component in Egypt cars increases to 65% at Cairo Rally for Electric Vehicles
The third season of Cairo Rally for Electric Vehicles has witnessed an increase in the local component of Egyptian cars to 65%, with 35% of the participating vehicles’ components were manufactured by the engineering students who took part in the competition. Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, inaugurated the rally which …
Cairo Chamber of Commerce calls for full inspection of auto spare parts imports
ECA’s decision to inspect only 10% of each shipment to facilitate customs pre-release procedures, however it will harm local market: Desouky Salem
Egypt’s auto market escapes price hike wave thanks to UK Association Agreement
The Egyptian auto market has escaped from an expected price hike wave in cars and spare parts coming from the United Kingdom as the country’s exports after Brexit no longer enjoy 0% customs under the European Partnership Agreement. Alaa El-Sabaa, Chairperson of Elsaba Automotive and member of the General Automobile Division at the Federation of …
Egypt to organise first expo for vehicle conversion to CNG in January 2021
Gamea explained that this exhibition aims to raise awareness of economic and environmental benefits of using compressed natural gas (CNG) as car fuel
Permanent registration of electric vehicle to encourage its sales in Egypt: Pundits
ZE Tech aims to establish 1,000 EV charging stations by 2022 end: CEO Ahmed Zein
Kayan Egypt witnesses sales boom thanks to Octavia 2021
1,000 units of new car sold within 2 months after its launch
DS Automobiles reveals all new DS 4 model
New model will feature latest automotive technology, beginning new chapter in DS story
Daily News Egypt’s test drive of Mercedes GLA emphasises family feel, safer driving experience
The cabin of the Mercedes GLA is smooth and comfortable to use, providing a touchscreen dashboard with an MBUX system that can be controlled either through a touch on the screen or through the steering wheel buttons.
Calm dominates FEDCOC’s Automotive Division elections
Number of candidates in Automotive Division elections is low: Auto expert Montaser Zaytoun
Kayan Egypt launches all-new Octavia A8 2021 in big celebration
‘We aspire to be among top three selling car brands in Egypt, North Africa,’ says Regional Head of Sales for Skoda International
Auto dealers praise Consumer Protection Agency’s control on used-car market
Agency will eliminate 100% of fraud in local market: Hamada Motors
Land Rover launches Defender model for first time in Egypt
The price of the Land Rover Defender is EGP 1.65m for the 2000 cc class, and EGP 2.5m for the 3000 cc class.
‘Overpricing’ leads to sales decline in Egypt’s automotive market
Consumer reluctance to buy vehicles is fuelled by surge in prices
Tesla to build supercharger factory in China
With a planned investment of 42 million yuan (about $6.4m), Tesla plant will produce 10,000 superchargers annually
Car sales to slightly decline should authorities limit operating hours of dealerships: Pundits
Auto sector has been economically affected since beginning of COVID-19 pandemic, says Alaa El-Sabaa
Elsaba Automotive freezes all investments for Q1 2021: Chairperson
Company plans to open new service centre in Mansoura at beginning of 2021, with investments of EGP 8m
Mini Egypt launches new Countryman 2021 in local market
The Countryman version can be recognised through some new updates internally and externally, most notably a new front grille design, with a new front and rear bumper, and the LED headlamps that came with a new design with the ability to direct lighting in curves to improve the driver’s visibility, as well as front and rear fog lights LED UNION JACK, power-folding side mirrors, roof beams, 17-inch wheels, and other exclusive distinctive touches.
EATC launches all-new Audi A4 2021 in Egyptian market
The new model aims to dominate the luxury sedan segment relying on its dynamic and attractive design, as well as its advanced electronic systems that enhance safety and security levels, and its powerful two-litre TFSI four-cylinder engine.
ECA holds periodic meetings to address pending competition violation cases
The current organisational structure of the ECA has not been updated since the establishment of the authority in 2005, he added, noting that the new structure will be presented fir discuss to the Board in its next meeting.
Coronavirus pushes passenger car sales forward in Egypt
Passenger car sales in Egypt increased 24% during September 2020 on annual basis
Mercedes-Benz named again among world’s most valuable car brands
Mercedes-Benz ranked eighth in the ranking with an estimated value of $49.268bn. It was the only European brand to come in the top 10 brands.
Egypt’s new academic year pressures auto sales
Passenger car sales are expected to rebound by mid-December
Brilliance to launch V7 in Egypt during Q1 of 2021, should imports stabilise
Company is postponing investment plan for next year, says GM Khaled Saad
Egypt’s passenger car sales rise 24% in September 2020 despite COVID-19
Locally assembled cars grow by narrow margin of 0.6%, imported cars boom from the previous year by 42.7%
Kayan Egypt unveils 2021 Skoda Octavia A8
Kayan Egypt has also launched more than one model in the short period that elapsed after some precautionary measures were lifted, and life has gradually returned to normal for all Skoda branches, centres, and agents.
7th annual Egypt Automotive Summit to take place in Q1 of 2021
The country’s automotive sector is currently witnessing many developments, particularly relating to electric vehicles, as part of the government’s drive towards using greener fuels.
BMW prepares new services, products to customers: El-Tobgy
This comes a few days after El Tobgy announced the company will move in the direction of providing new products and services that allow customers the option of purchasing BMW models and their various distinct services.
Low supply prompts Kia Cerato to join over priced vehicles list
Extra EGP 5,000-EGP 10,000 added to price due to high demand and low supply