Sep

18

2026

Ram 1500 HEMI V8 returns to the Middle East

The 2026 Ram 1500 Rebel and Limited bring the 5.7-litre HEMI V8 back to the region with 395 hp and 556 Nm, ahead of the TRX SRT and Rumble Bee arriving in 2027

Ram has announced the return of its 5.7-litre HEMI V8 to the Middle East, with the engine now available in the 2026 Ram 1500 Rebel and Limited. The move follows regional demand for the V8 after the Ram 1500 range switched to six-cylinder power from the 2025 model year. The HEMI's return also marks t…

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Front three-quarter action shot of a grey RAM 1500 pickup truck driving on a sunny rural road
Front three-quarter view of a dark grey Citroën C5 Aircross SUV parked on an asphalt mountain road

Sep

17

2026

All-new Citroën C5 Aircross launches in UAE from AED 106,999

The all-new Citroën C5 Aircross SUV has launched in the UAE with a 180 hp turbo engine, 13-inch touchscreen, Advanced Comfort suspension and prices starting from AED 106,999 (approx. $29,130)

Al Rostamani Trading Company (ARTC), the exclusive authorised distributor of Citroën and Suzuki in the UAE, has launched the all-new Citroën C5 Aircross across the country. The flagship SUV combines Citroën’s signature comfort-focused engineering with updated design, advanced technology and practica…

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Sep

16

2026

2027 Ford F-150 gets new V6, BlueCruise with Towing

Ford has refreshed the 2027 F-150 with revised styling, a new 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 base engine, BlueCruise hands-free towing capability, and the debut of the first-ever F-150 Carhartt edition

Ford Motor Company has revealed the updated Ford F-150 for the 2027 model year, introducing a revised design language, upgraded powertrain lineup and new driver-assistance technology aimed at improving towing convenience and long-distance usability. The F-Series continues to be a cornerstone of Ford…

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Front three-quarter view of a bright red Ford F-150 pickup truck parked on green grass
Front three-quarter view of two Volvo SUV models parked outside a modern architectural building

Sep

16

2026

New Volvo XC60, XC90 PHEVs get up to 200 km EV range

The new long-range plug-in hybrid versions of the XC60 and XC90 deliver up to 200 km of electric range, significantly increased battery capacity, and enhanced hybrid performance for European and US markets.

Volvo Cars has launched its first long-range plug-in hybrid SUVs, introducing updated versions of the Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC90 with significantly extended electric driving capability. The updated XC60 now offers up to 200 km of electric-only range, while the larger XC90 delivers up to 160 km, based…

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Sep

15

2026

Stellantis Pro One reveals BOW, NEXT and new vans at IAA

Among the commercial vehicles showcased at IAA Transportation 2026 were three world premieres, alongside Stellantis Pro One NEXT fleet system, CustomFit conversions and a new brand identity

Stellantis Pro One outlined its future commercial vehicle strategy at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, showcasing 13 vehicles from Citroën, Fiat Professional, Opel and Peugeot, including three world premieres, autonomous delivery technology, connected fleet services and CustomFit conversions. Its…

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High-angle overview of the Stellantis Pro One commercial vehicle display booth at a motor show
Front three-quarter showroom view of a deep blue Škoda Kushaq Monte Carlo crossover

Sep

14

2026

Refreshed Škoda Kushaq now on sale in UAE from AED 69,500

The updated Škoda Kushaq is now available across Ali & Sons showrooms in the UAE, featuring three variants, a 115 hp turbocharged engine, a new 8-speed automatic transmission, and prices ranging from AED 69,500 to AED 83,500

The refreshed Škoda Kushaq has officially launched in the UAE automotive market and is now available for purchase through Ali & Sons showrooms across the country. The first units arrived in UAE showrooms last week, marking the latest update to Škoda’s compact SUV lineup for the region. The updated f…

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