Saudi emerging as regional auto hubWith more and more trucking firms including Jaguar/Land Rover and Isuzu of Japan entering Saudi Arabia in a big way due to its low energy costs, a pro-business environment, and availability of raw material, the country is fast becoming the regio More… |
Isuzu launches new truck in SaudiAlissa Universal Motors, the authorized dealer for Isuzu Motors in the central region, has launched the 2013 Isuzu D-MAX, the latest newborn truck in the family of Isuzu series in Saudi Arabia. This newest model updates the full r More… |
Bahrain causeway truck crisis worsensTruck chaos near the King Fahad Causeway in Bahrain worsened yesterday as scores of frustrated drivers seeking entry into Saudi Arabia argued with Customs staff at the border, a report said. Som More… |
GM recalling 69,000 trucks, vansGeneral Motors is recalling more than 69,000 full-size trucks and vans globally that could roll away after being parked due to a potential steering column defect, the company said yesterday. The vehicles may have been built with a More… |
Zayani signs EWA truck lease dealZayani Leasing has signed an exclusive four-year lease contract with the Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) for the supply of 10 Mitsubishi Canter Fuso trucks that will serve as water and diesel tankers in Bahrain. Four units o More… |
Hyundai rolls out new trucks, buses in BahrainFirst Motors, the official distributors of Hyundai in Bahrain, recently introduced several new models from the Korean automaker, including medium and heavy duty trucks and buses, to its commercial vehicle range. “Hyundai has been More… |
ZTC sees strong demand for Merc trucksZawawi Trading Company (ZTC), the distributors for Mercedes-Benz in Oman, said it has received overwhelming response for its tough commercial vehicles which debuted at a recent oil and gas expo held in Muscat. ZTC said four tough vehicles More… |
Ford F-150 capability enhancedThe capability and durability of the Ford F-150 have been enhanced for 2012 with class-leading performance and fuel economy, a statement said. Ford F-Series, America’s best-selling truck for 35 years running, now comes equipped with a powe More… |
MAN announces big Saudi expansionMAN Truck & Bus, one of the world's leading manufacturers of transport vehicles, has announced the expansion of its Saudi operations with launch of a new unit in Riyadh. The expansion is a response to increased market demand for tr More… |
Talks bid on Bahrain trucks crisisA series of key meetings will be held in Bahrain in a desperate attempt to end massive delays facing trucks at the King Fahad Causeway, with the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) taking urgent steps to solve the month-long crisis. More… |








