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Dubai International Motor Show 2013 takes pole position
Published in The Saudi Gazette on 05 - 10 - 2013

Lykan Hypersport powered by a Flat-6 Twin Turbo, mid-rear mounted engine producing 750 horsepower and 1000Nm of torque with a sprint from 0 to 100Kmh in less than 2.8 seconds and a maximum speed of 395 kilometers per hour.
As the anchor event in the newly announced Dubai Motor Festival created under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, the Dubai International Motor Show is gearing up for its biggest edition yet. Held every two years, this year's event is more than 35 percent bigger than the 2011 edition and is expected to showcase over 600 vehicles during the five-day show. Dubai Motor Festival is the under the auspices of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai's Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM).
The Dubai International Motor Show will be held on Nov. 5-9, 2013 at Dubai World Trade Centre. The show is open from 5 p.m. –10 p.m. on Nov. 5, and 11 a.m.–10p.m. on Nov. 6, then 11a.m.-11p.m. on Nov. 7 and 8 and 11a.m.-10p.m. on Nov. 9.
In addition to providing the perfect showcase for the world's top automotive manufacturers to debut their latest models, the Dubai International Motor Show is also the launch platform for an unprecedented number of newcomers to the region - almost 40 percent of exhibitors this year are participating for the first time.
Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President, Dubai World Trade Centre, said: “The Dubai International Motor Show has grown in size and stature with each edition, developing into one of the key automotive shows for the Middle East region. Under the umbrella of the new Dubai Motor Festival, the time is now right to extend the reach of the show beyond its traditional framework, into new events to reach new audiences.
“The Dubai Motor Festival will leverage Dubai's strategic location at the center of a region that loves, appreciates and collects the world's top automotive models. And with the luxury car market in the Middle East predicted to double between 2010 and 2015, it is easy to understand the importance of the Dubai International Motor Show.”
Many of the top automotive manufacturers from Europe, North America and Asia have confirmed their participation, with a number of concept cars, new models and hybrid cars scheduled to make their debut during the event including Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Brilliance, Bugatti, Cadillac, Chery, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Dongfeng, Ferrari, Ford, GMC, Great Wall Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Land Rover, Lexus, Maserati, Mazda, McLaren, Mercedes-Benz, Mini Cooper, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Porsche, RAM, Rolls Royce, Toyota and Volkswagen.
Highlights this year include a host of new and returning brands including, Alpha Romeo, Austin Healey, BYD, Devel 16, Devolro, Fiat, JAC, Opel, Spania GT, Stingray RV and W Motors.
“We're very excited about our participation in the 2013 Dubai International Motor show - as a result of the global strategic alliance between Fiat and Chrysler, our stand will feature an expanded range of brands and models, with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, SRT and Ram joined for the first time by Fiat and Alfa Romeo.
“Among the major highlights will be three regional (EMEA) premieres and two Middle East premieres of new, highly anticipated models,” Jack Rodencal, Managing Director of Chrysler Group Middle East.
Commenting on Opel's participation at Dubai International Motor Show 2013, Gilbert Nassar, Brand Manager, Opel, Liberty Automobiles, said “our strong products and innovative concepts have lead Opel back onto the road to success. Visitors to the Opel stand at Dubai International Motor Show will witness and feel how Opel lives its brand values, ‘German engineering, approachable and exciting'. We look forward to welcoming all visitors and see the brand's products up close.”
The introduction this year of The Bike Zone gives motorcycling enthusiasts a dedicated zone that will feature the latest in sports bikes, cruisers, custom built bikes, off road, all/urban terrain vehicles and motorcycle related products. Key brands such as Suzuki, Yamaha and Rumble Cycles will showcase the latest models in the growing two-wheeled and three-wheeled segment. — SG


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