www.bahrainthismonth.com October 2022 53 PEUGEOT, which began its electrification strategy in 2021 in the GCC with the launch of the 3008 PHEV, is now offering a range of 100 percent electric passenger and commercial vehicles in the Middle East. PEUGEOT’s electric vehicles retain 100 percent of the functionality of conventional petrol and diesel versions, but generate zero noise, zero vibration, zero emissions and zero odour. With this range of 100 percent electric passenger and commercial vehicles, some of the very first on the market in the region, PEUGEOT is aiming to be the leader in sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in the Middle East. PEUGEOT further strengthens its electric line up in the region, with the arrival in the Middle East from of the e-PARTNER van and the e-EXPERT van which was awarded the title of International Van of The Year 2021. The two fully electric commercial vehicles from PEUGEOT Professional complement the brand’s passenger EVs - the futuristic and athletic e-208, and the new e-2008 SUV. PEUGEOT EYES BEING MIDDLE EAST EV MARKET LEADER Hyundai Motor Company has introduced the new CRETA 2023 - the newest model from Hyundai’s crossover/SUV lineup that has grown since its introduction in 2014. The new CRETA comes with a futuristic and strong exterior, a dynamic interior and a far-reaching set of advanced technologies that improves performance. The new CRETA makes use of Hyundai’s innovative ‘Smartstream’ powertrain performance. These technologies aim to provide the car with better fuel efficiency, improved performance, and reduced gas emissions. The powertrain specifications for the gasoline ‘Smartstream’ G 1.5L include an optimal airflow control which aims to control the amount of air intake, a more effective combustion, heat and friction control, reduced exhaust, and improved fuel economy. The CRETA includes five driving modes for various driving situations including NORMAL, ECO, SPORT, and SMART. This is in addition to a number of enhancements including Forward Collision- Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic CollisionAvoidance Assist (RCCA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW) and Safe Exit Warning (SEW). HYUNDAI MOTOR INTRODUCES THE NEW CRETA motoring news A NEW ERA OF REFINEMENT FOR JEEP’S GRAND CHEROKEE Thirty years after introducing its breakthrough premium SUV to the world, the Jeep® brand ushers in a new era of premium refinement with the launch of its 5-seater, fifthgeneration Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee’s all-new architecture and sculpted aerodynamic body style combine to improve vehicle performance, safety and reliability, while significantly reducing vehicle weight, noise and vibration. The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup consisting of four models – Laredo, Limited, Overland and Summit Reserve – is now available now at dealerships in some Middle Eastern markets including the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq and Bahrain. The Jeep Grand Cherokee’s legendary off-road capability comes down to three 4x4 systems – Quadra-Trac I, Quadra-Trac II, and Quadra-Drive II with rear electronic limited slip differential (ELSD). The all-new Grand Cherokee boasts class-leading 3,265kg max towing with the available 5.7-liter V-8, rated at 357 horsepower and 390 lb. Ft of torque. While the standard all-aluminum 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, rated at 293 horsepower and 260lb.-ft of torque, is lauded for its power and refinement, and rated for a towing capacity of up to 2,812kg.
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