On April 28, the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company (EVIQ), a joint venture between the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), partnered with Mercedes-Benz KSA and Juffali Automotive Company (JACO) to build high-speed charging network across the Saudi Arabia.
The collaboration will

On April 21, Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil company Aramco announced that its subsidiary Saudi Aramco Technologies Company (SATC) has partnered with BYD to explore working together on new energy vehicle (NEV) technologies.
Under the joint development agreement, the two companies aim to develop new technologies that i

On April 17, Ceer, the first Saudi brand dedicated to manufacturing electric vehicles and original equipment technology, announced that it had reached the 1,500-employee milestone. It recruited experts from 45 nationalities. It also seeks to provide 6,500 direct jobs and 23,000 indirect and new jobs. Ceer continues i

On April 15, the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company (EVIQ), a joint venture between the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), partnered with Zeekr KSA to expand the network of advanced charging stations in Saudi Arabia.
This agreement reflects EVIQ’s commitment to enhancing EV ch

On April 10, Tesla opened its first showroom and service center in Riyadh. Tesla will offer Model 3, Model Y, and the Cybertruck in Saudi Arabia. 
Based on Tesla social media updates 

On April 9, Smart Mobility International (SMI), a top New Energy Vehicle distributor in the UAE, partnered with IM Motors, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer backed by SAIC Motor, Alibaba Group, and Zhangjiang Hi-Tech.
The partnership marks IM Motors’ entry into the GCC market, starting in the UAE, and with p

On March 28, Nissan and Infiniti announced new models and technologies for FY25 and FY26, aiming to enhance driving excitement and luxury in the Middle East.
Nissan will expand its lineup in the Middle East next year with exciting new models, including the Z NISMO, a track-ready sports car. While INFINITI will enhanc

On March 26, Tesla announced it will start sales in Saudi Arabia with a launch event on April 10 in Riyadh, where it will display its EVs and products powered by solar energy. 
Tesla currently sells vehicles in other Middle Eastern countries, but not in Saudi Arabia, the Gulf region’s largest market. The Saudi launch

On March 18, Nissan Middle East launched the all-new Magnite in Riyadh, marking the first region to receive the left-hand-drive model. The Magnite will expand to other markets as part of Nissan's "One Car, One World" vision.
The vehicle is produced at Nissan's Alliance Plant in Chennai and will have the widest covera

On February 19, Jetour introduced the JETOUR T1 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The JETOUR T1 offers two powertrain options: the 1.5T + 7DCT, delivering 125 kW of power, 270 Nm of torque, and over 40% thermal efficiency. The 2.0T + 8AT, which produces 180 kW of power, and 375 Nm of torque, boasts a 20% faster combustion spe

On February 19, Ceer signed a strategic partnership agreement with Isoclima, the leading company in high-performance glass solutions to develop and manufacture the largest windshield in the world, which is a key element in the distinctive design of Ceer sedans and SUVs.
The upcoming vehicles will feature an advanced,

On February 17, SOUEAST announced that it would debut in Saudi Arabia in the second quarter of 2025. By the end of 2025, the brand plans to open exclusive showrooms across the country, enhancing customer accessibility. SOUEAST will introduce a range of vehicles specifically designed for Saudi consumers. Key models in

On February 13, Al-Obeikan Glass Company announced that Saudi Aluminum Foundry Company (“Al Masbak”) (a 60% owned subsidiary of the company) had signed a contract with Ceer National Automotive Company. It will supply and manufacture aluminum parts used in automotive manufacturing.
Based on Al- Obeikan Glass Company s

On February 12, Al-Obeikan Glass Company signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Isoclima to explore joint business and innovation opportunities between the two parties. 
The MOU will explore potential opportunities between the two parties by leveraging Isoclima's industrial expertise in manufactu

On February 12, Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first EV brand OEM, announced 11 new partnerships worth SAR 5.5 billion (approximately USD 1.5 billion) at the 3rd PIF Public Sector Forum. Most of the partnerships are with Saudi companies. It helps Ceer to achieve 45% localization targets. 
The signed MoUs include agreements wit

On February 10, SABIC launched NORYL GTX LMX310 resin. It is well-suited for inline paintable automotive applications, such as service flaps for electric vehicles (EVs). This new grade addresses the challenges of larger, asymmetrically shaped service flaps that are common in hybrid and fully electric vehicles.
NORYL

On February 9, ROX Motor announced that it had opened its first flagship experience center in An Nasim, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Rox is partnering with the Laith Al Obaidi Group. It has introduced the ROX 01 car in Saudi Arabia.
Based on ROX Motor social media updates 

On February 7, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced “King Salman Automotive Cluster" as the official name of the cluster for automotive manufacturing activities, located within King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC).
It will play a key role in Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification, boosting the automotive sector

On February 6, Lucid Group opened orders for the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring SUV in Saudi Arabia, with prices starting at SAR 487,715. The Lucid Gravity Touring trim is also expected to be available for order in the coming weeks.
The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring is equipped with dual electric motors delivering 828 hp

On February 3, multiple sources reported that the Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources met with the senior Indian ministers and heads of major Indian companies in New Delhi. He discussed about investment partnership between Saudi Arabia and India. 
Saudi Arabia is working towards localization of the autom