April 2011 - Automobile News

Ferrari Owners’ Club Bahrain Launch

First Motors launches the completely new Hyundai Accent

Zayani Motors Hosts EVO Track Day at BIC

Maserati Sponsors Italian Festival 2011

Hyundai Launches its New Website for Bahrain

Orient Motors Jinbei Maintenance Clinic … A Huge Success!!

The New BMW 6 Series Convertible in a Brand New Look

MINI the Countryman First of its Kind

Hyundai Tucson Picks Up Crossover Of The Year By Wheels Magazine

The New BMW X3 in Bahrain

   
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Ferrari Owners’ Club Bahrain Launch


 

The Bahrain chapter of the Ferrari Owners’ Club (FOC Bahrain) has been launched at the Al Zayani Lounge – Bahrain International Circuit. In its first year of operation the Club will be sponsored in by Euro Motors, the sole distributor of Ferrari in the Kingdom of Bahrain and all Ferrari Owners will be entitled to complimentary membership for the year 2011.
 


 

“It was a great pleasure for me to be at the launch of the Ferrari Owners’ Club of Bahrain, which has been a long cherished dream for me and my fellow Ferraristi in Bahrain. My sincere thanks to members of the founding committee Mr. Hani Al Aali, President, Mr. Hussein Karimi, Vice President, Mr. Bashar Nass Treasurer, Mr. Christophe Mariot, Secretary General and Head of Motor Sport whose enthusiasm and hard work have all been instrumental in establishing the Club.”, said Mr. Zayed Al Zayani, Managing Director of Euro Motors.
 


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First Motors launches the completely new Hyundai Accent

First Motors, the exclusive dealer of Hyundai in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has launched the completely new Hyundai Accent, in which Hyundai Accent is one of the most popular Hyundai cars as it is the most successful automobile in its class. The new Hyundai Accent characterizes with many mechanical and technical specifications to make it superior to cars classified in the same category of small sedan cars. It provides the most powerful engine in this category; it also provides larger interior and storage space than their peers.
 

 
 

The new Hyundai Accent is available with engine of a capacity of 1.4 liter, 107 hp or engine of a capacity of 1.6 liter, 124 hp. It includes many features such as Bluetooth technology, advanced audio system, and it comes with attractive design inspired by the new philosophy of Hyundai in car designing.

 

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Zayani Motors Hosts EVO Track Day at BIC

 

As part of their year-end celebrations, Zayani Motors the exclusive dealers of Mitsubishi in the Kingdom hosted an EVO track Day on Saturday 27th November, 2010 at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC)

 

The event attracted many Mitsubishi  Lancer Evo owners and enthusiasts who spent a day on the tracks of the BIC. During the day, participants were briefed on the various procedures as well as the driving and safety techniques to be followed on the tracks.

 

“Hosting such an event presents an opportunity for customers and employees alike to get together and enjoy each others company and share information on the experience of driving an Evo,” said Zayani Motors Marketing Manager Mr. Jimmy Chamata. 
 

 

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Maserati Sponsors Italian Festival 2011
 

Maserati was a proud sponsor of the much acclaimed Italian Festival 2011, held in Bahrain from 29th January to 11th February. The festival covered various events around Bahrain showcasing Italian art, culture, music, dance, and cuisine.


The elegant Maserati product range was displayed at key events of the “Festival Italiano” namely the VIP Launch Reception held at the Italian Ambassador’s residence, an exhibition at the Bahrain National Museum entitled “Paintings of the Renaissance Period”, and the Grand Italian Ball held at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel. The cars were much admired by guests at the events.
 


 

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Hyundai Launches its New Website for Bahrain

Hyundai Motors has recently launched its new website for Bahrain www.hyundai.com/bh  which features all the information for Hyundai range of models available in Bahrain’s market and the latest Hyundai’s and First Motors’ news.
 

The website was designed in a way to offer the guests a unique experience while surfing the different pages of the site and to learn about the unique features of each of Hyundai models plus the available colors.  Also, it allows the guests to communicate with First Motors team and order brochures or book test drives.

 

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Orient Motors Jinbei Maintenance Clinic … A Huge Success!!

 

Over 150 Jinbei customers participated and benefitted from the 3-day free service clinic campaign that was conducted at Orient Motors from 23rd to the 25th of January, 2011.
 

Headed by Mr. Ronald Pan, Senior Manager and his team of specialists from Brilliance Auto, the clinic campaign offered free check-ups, diagnosis, maintenance service and advice for a range of Jinbei busses.
 

Also present at the event was Mr. Colin Dong, Manager Overseas Technical Support who provided assistance during the campaign.
 

“The success of the Jinbei Sevice Clinic campaign is a testament to our commitment in providing the best to our customers. We at Orient Motors are "customer centric" when it comes to the vehicles we sell and its after-sales services. We promise and we deliver,” said Brand Manager Mr. Mahasum Shah on this occasion.
 

The success of the Service Clinic was also attributable to Ms. Mariam Janahi, Head of the Customer Relations Management (CRM) Department, who made sure that all Jinbei customers were informed of the campaign and the various benefits they could avail during the 3 days. 
 

“The main aim of conducting such clinics is to encourage annual-checkups of vehicles so as to avoid any potential risk of permanent damage and ensure optimal maintenance guaranteeing a safe drive,’ said Mr. Steve Robson,  ZM & OM Service Manager.
 

Customers took advantage of the Free Oil & Filter Change, Free vehicle diagnosis, 50% discount offer on labor charges and 20% discount on spare parts that was offered during the 3-day campaign.
 

With features of low-maintenance and operational costs, Orient Motors’ vehicles are renowned for their great performance, fine quality and energy conserving latest technology that provides maximum value for their customers.

A subsidiary of Zayani motors, Orient Motors houses a number renowned Chinese brands under their umbrella, ZX Auto, Brilliance Jinbei, FAW Trucks and Luxgen Motors.

 

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The New BMW 6 Series Convertible in a Brand New Look


The new third generation BMW 6 Series has made its debut in the Middle East, over thirty years after the world’s most successful premium automotive manufacturer launched the first BMW 6 Series model.
 

At Euro Motors showroom in Bahrain, the new BMW 6 Series Convertible has a new interior and exterior design and comes with a wealth of new technology highlights that distinguish the new car from the predecessor model.
 

Offering stylish design, outstanding performance, luxury and sheer driving pleasure, the latest generation model is expected to set trends in the premium car segment. The new BMW 6 Series Convertible is available in Bahrain with two engine variants: 650i eight-cylinder, and 640i six-cylinder.

 

 

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MINI the Countryman First of its Kind

As the first premium car of its kind, the MINI Countryman is a pioneer in many respects. Inside, it’s all about comfort and practicality matched with an innovative style.
 

Combinations in the Countryman’s range also include a host of new interior colours, such as trim strips and upholstery which enables the customer to create a MINI with a truly unique character.
 

Boasting innovative design and functional elements throughout, the MINI Countryman has a slightly elevated seating position which guarantees comfortable and pleasant access to the car, optimises the driver’s all-round view, and underlines the powerful character of this new model.

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Hyundai Tucson Picks Up Crossover Of The Year By Wheels Magazine

 

The Hyundai Tucson is bigger and better than ever, earning it the prestigious title of “Crossover of the Year” for drastic improvements made in overall quality and design, at the second annual Wheels awards held on the 7th of February at the Shangri-La Hotel.

A spokesperson from Wheels commented, “Hyundai is better, smoother, quieter, softer...

but most of all, it’s exciting. This is a brand that has improved in two years as much as others have improved in two decades! ”
 

The new Hyundai Tucson is a major overhaul of the original 2005 model which had remained virtually unchanged till then. The new model boasts better overall agility, handling, and quite frankly quality. The Tucson has been completely revamped, from interior to exterior, representing even more value for money in an SUV packed with all the features you would find in the competition’s models for a better price.  The new model comes with a panoramic sunroof, built-in Bluetooth, rear parking camera, just to name few.

 


 

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The New BMW X3 in Bahrain
 


 

Following on from its successful debut at the Paris Motor Show in October 2010, the all new BMW X3 has made its debut in Bahrain. Entering a new era in driving dynamics and innovative technology, the second generation model arrives seven years after the world’s most successful premium automotive manufacturer introduced its original X3 Sports Activity Vehicle.
 

With a totally redesigned exterior and interior, the new X3 model is instantly recognisable as a member of the BMW X family that includes the popular BMW X6, X5 and X1 models.


Recently named ‘Off Roader of the Year 2011’ just weeks after its German launch by Off Road magazine, one of the most important and traditional reader polls in Germany, the new BMW X3 is expected to strengthen BMW’s strong position in the SAV segment with the latest in automotive innovation and technological development.


 

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