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Mid East Info
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Mid East Info
Jameel Motors Expands its EV Portfolio in the UAE with the Launch of Farizon H9E Electric Truck - Middle East Business News and Information
The launch reflects Jameel Motors' ongoing commitment to introducing advanced green mobility solutions. The announcement builds on the strategic distribution agreement signed in January 2025 between Jameel Motors and Farizon Auto. Jameel Motors helps address the increasing demand for cleaner, more efficient commercial transport solutions in the UAE. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Jameel Motors , a leading provider of mobility solutions and partner of choice to top automotive brands, and Zhejiang Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group (Farizon Auto), the commercial vehicle sector of Geely Holding Group, a Chinese new energy commercial vehicle leader, have announced the launch of the Farizon H9E electric truck in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The announcement builds on the strategic distribution agreement signed in January 2025 between Jameel Motors and Farizon Auto, which focuses on the distribution of innovative brands within Farizon Auto's portfolio of new energy vehicles in the UAE. The agreement, which saw the successful launch of the innovative all-electric Farizon SV model, is part of a major international collaboration across several markets, reflecting Jameel Motors' ongoing commitment to introducing advanced green mobility solutions. Farizon Auto is China's first commercial vehicle brand to offer a full range of new energy products, including heavy trucks, light trucks, micro trucks, LCVs, and buses. Farizon Auto's versatile H9E truck range is engineered to deliver reliable electric performance across diverse commercial applications. From the nimble 4.5-ton variant ideal for urban deliveries to the robust 8-ton model, the H9E series combines practical functionality with zero-emission operation. The H9E truck range will be available for purchase in the UAE in H2 2025. Urs A. Läuppi , Chief Executive Officer – China Businesses for GCC and After Market Parts and Export for Jameel Motors, said: 'The introduction of the Farizon H9E truck series aligns with our mission to provide cutting-edge, sustainable transportation solutions in the UAE. This addition to our portfolio enables businesses to electrify their fleets, reduce operational costs, and contribute to the nation's carbon neutrality goals.' With one of the most diverse line-ups of new energy vehicles, Jameel Motors is addressing the increasing demand for cleaner, more efficient commercial transport solutions in the UAE. This latest launch underscores its commitment to supporting the UAE's transition toward more sustainable forms of mobility. About Jameel Motors: Jameel Motors is a leading provider of mobility solutions and partner of choice to top automotive brands. It is owned by a Saudi family, the Jameel Family, and has international operations in over 10 countries, including the UK, UAE, Türkiye, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, Japan, China, Australia, Monaco, South Africa and Poland. Jameel Motors represents some of the world's most recognized commercial and passenger vehicle brands, including Toyota, Lexus, BYD, GAC Motor, MG Motor, Farizon Auto, Changan Automobile and Hino. Jameel Motors' deep market knowledge as an independent international distributor enables its OEM partners to grow closer to their customers, driving both market share and sustainable growth with high customer satisfaction and loyalty. About Farizon: Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group is the commercial vehicle sector of Geely Holding Group. With the support of Geely Holding Group's Central Research Institute, Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group has founded China's largest new energy commercial vehicle research institute. It is responsible for the R&D of a new generation of green and intelligent commercial vehicle products based on passenger vehicle technology. It has formed two core technology routes of 'Methanol-Hydrogen + Electric'. Farizon has become China's first commercial vehicle brand to offer a full range of new energy product. Farizon is committed to becoming a comprehensive intelligent and green transportation technology service provider. In 2024, Farizon has defended its championship in the Chinese market and also reached the milestone of 300,000-unit sales, becoming the first new energy commercial vehicle brand who ever achieved this goal. Copyright Notice & Disclaimer: ©. JAMEEL MOTORS TRADING L.L.C All rights reserved. The Jameel Motors name and the Jameel Motors logotype and pentagon-shaped graphics are trademarks or registered trademarks of Abdul Latif Jameel IPR Company Limited. The term 'Jameel Motors' refers broadly to several distinct, separate, and independent legal entities. Jameel Motors is not itself a corporate entity, association or conglomerate run by an overarching parent company but merely refers to a network of distinct and wholly separate legal entities that are collectively referred to under the brand name 'Jameel Motors.' Jameel Motors is not a 'corporate group' as defined in Section 1161(5) of the UK Companies Act 2006, or 'conglomerate' as defined in Section 7, US Clayton Act 1964. Data: The information presented in this document is intended for general informational purposes only. Any numerical data provided is accurate as of June 2024 but may not be updated in real-time and becomes outdated over time. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information provided, Jameel Motors makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the content contained herein. Any references made to content of this document are for demonstration and discussion purposes, and do not imply any legal ownership or affiliation unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any actual transactions or agreements concerning the content of this presentation would require separate legal documentation and due diligence. Reliance on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. Jameel Motors disclaims any liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this numerical data and the information contained within this presentation. Forward Looking Statements: This presentation may contain forward-looking statements. 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No Offer or Solicitation: This communication is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of applicable laws, or an exemption therefrom.
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Zawya
Jameel Motors expands its EV portfolio in the UAE with the launch of Farizon H9E electric truck
The announcement builds on the strategic distribution agreement signed in January 2025 between Jameel Motors and Farizon Auto. Jameel Motors helps address the increasing demand for cleaner, more efficient commercial transport solutions in the UAE. United Arab Emirates, Dubai: Jameel Motors, a leading provider of mobility solutions and partner of choice to top automotive brands, and Zhejiang Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group (Farizon Auto), the commercial vehicle sector of Geely Holding Group, a Chinese new energy commercial vehicle leader, have announced the launch of the Farizon H9E electric truck in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The announcement builds on the strategic distribution agreement signed in January 2025 between Jameel Motors and Farizon Auto, which focuses on the distribution of innovative brands within Farizon Auto's portfolio of new energy vehicles in the UAE. The agreement, which saw the successful launch of the innovative all-electric Farizon SV model, is part of a major international collaboration across several markets, reflecting Jameel Motors' ongoing commitment to introducing advanced green mobility solutions. Farizon Auto is China's first commercial vehicle brand to offer a full range of new energy products, including heavy trucks, light trucks, micro trucks, LCVs, and buses. Farizon Auto's versatile H9E truck range is engineered to deliver reliable electric performance across diverse commercial applications. From the nimble 4.5-ton variant ideal for urban deliveries to the robust 8-ton model, the H9E series combines practical functionality with zero-emission operation. The H9E truck range will be available for purchase in the UAE in H2 2025. Urs A. Läuppi, Chief Executive Officer – China Businesses for GCC and After Market Parts and Export for Jameel Motors, said: 'The introduction of the Farizon H9E truck series aligns with our mission to provide cutting-edge, sustainable transportation solutions in the UAE. This addition to our portfolio enables businesses to electrify their fleets, reduce operational costs, and contribute to the nation's carbon neutrality goals.' With one of the most diverse line-ups of new energy vehicles, Jameel Motors is addressing the increasing demand for cleaner, more efficient commercial transport solutions in the UAE. This latest launch underscores its commitment to supporting the UAE's transition toward more sustainable forms of mobility. About Jameel Motors Jameel Motors is a leading provider of mobility solutions and partner of choice to top automotive brands. It is owned by a Saudi family, the Jameel Family, and has international operations in over 10 countries, including the UK, UAE, Türkiye, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, Japan, China, Australia, Monaco, South Africa and Poland. Jameel Motors represents some of the world's most recognized commercial and passenger vehicle brands, including Toyota, Lexus, BYD, GAC Motor, MG Motor, Farizon Auto, Changan Automobile and Hino. Jameel Motors' deep market knowledge as an independent international distributor enables its OEM partners to grow closer to their customers, driving both market share and sustainable growth with high customer satisfaction and loyalty. For more information, please visit For more information on Jameel Motors activities in the UAE, please visit About Farizon Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group is the commercial vehicle sector of Geely Holding Group. With the support of Geely Holding Group's Central Research Institute, Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group has founded China's largest new energy commercial vehicle research institute. It is responsible for the R&D of a new generation of green and intelligent commercial vehicle products based on passenger vehicle technology. It has formed two core technology routes of 'Methanol-Hydrogen + Electric". Farizon has become China's first commercial vehicle brand to offer a full range of new energy product. Farizon is committed to becoming a comprehensive intelligent and green transportation technology service provider. In 2024, Farizon has defended its championship in the Chinese market and also reached the milestone of 300,000-unit sales, becoming the first new energy commercial vehicle brand who ever achieved this goal. For more information regarding Zhejiang Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group please refer to the official website at Copyright Notice & Disclaimer ©. JAMEEL MOTORS TRADING L.L.C All rights reserved. The Jameel Motors name and the Jameel Motors logotype and pentagon-shaped graphics are trademarks or registered trademarks of Abdul Latif Jameel IPR Company Limited. The term 'Jameel Motors' refers broadly to several distinct, separate, and independent legal entities. Jameel Motors is not itself a corporate entity, association or conglomerate run by an overarching parent company but merely refers to a network of distinct and wholly separate legal entities that are collectively referred to under the brand name 'Jameel Motors.' Jameel Motors is not a 'corporate group' as defined in Section 1161(5) of the UK Companies Act 2006, or 'conglomerate' as defined in Section 7, US Clayton Act 1964. Data: The information presented in this document is intended for general informational purposes only. Any numerical data provided is accurate as of June 2024 but may not be updated in real-time and becomes outdated over time. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information provided, Jameel Motors makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the content contained herein. Any references made to content of this document are for demonstration and discussion purposes, and do not imply any legal ownership or affiliation unless explicitly stated otherwise. Any actual transactions or agreements concerning the content of this presentation would require separate legal documentation and due diligence. Reliance on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. Jameel Motors disclaims any liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this numerical data and the information contained within this presentation. Forward Looking Statements This presentation may contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements regarding matters other than historical fact, such as future results, events, activities, developments or circumstances or the beliefs, plans or expectations of Abdul Latif Jameel entities or their respective managements. Forward-looking statements often can be identified by the use of words such as 'expect', 'project', 'anticipate', 'plan', 'estimate', 'believe', 'predict', 'intend', 'potential', 'possible', 'probable', 'likely', 'forecast', 'guidance', 'outlook', 'goal', 'target', 'may', 'will', 'should' or 'could' or other similar terms or phrases. However, the absence of such words does not mean that a particular statement is not forward looking. Forward-looking statements are based on expectations and assumptions at the time of such statements and are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside the control of Abdul Latif Jameel entities. Should any of such expectations or assumptions prove incorrect, or should any of such risks or uncertainties materialize, actual future results, events, activities, developments or circumstances may differ materially from those expressed in or implied by forward-looking statements. Further, any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and Abdul Latif Jameel do not assume, and hereby disclaims, any obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. All forward-looking statements made by Abdul Latif Jameel, or by any person on behalf of any of them, whether communicated in writing, electronically or orally, are qualified in their entirety by the foregoing cautionary statements. No Offer or Solicitation This communication is not a proxy statement or solicitation of a proxy, consent or authorization with respect to any securities or in respect of the potential transaction and shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of applicable laws, or an exemption therefrom.
Forbes
26-03-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
7-Seater Is Finally What The VW ID. Buzz Should Have Been At Launch
When the VW ID. Buzz arrived in 2023, everyone loved the way it looked. When I test-drove it, no other car evoked so many positive comments from passersby and friends. However, it felt like an unfinished product. This was the five-seater. It had loads of luggage space, but the lack of a third row of seats was a missed opportunity, and there were other niggles too. Now, at long last, the seven-seater long wheelbase version has arrived in the UK. I got to spend some quality time with it. I didn't really want to give it back. With the introduction of the seven-seater version of the ID. Buzz, there are now four body variants for the van. The original five-seater version remains with the short wheelbase chassis, but this has been joined by a six-seater using the short wheelbase, a six-seater with the long wheelbase, and a seven-seater variant using the long wheelbase. The long wheelbase is slightly shorter in the US. The powertrain has also been upgraded across the board. The original 204 PS rear motor has been significantly improved to Volkswagen's latest AP550 286 PS unit – a 42% increase in power. The five-seater partners this motor with a 79kWh (net) battery, up from the 77kWh unit of the original Buzz. The six-seater can also use this battery, or you can opt for an even bigger 86kWh unit, which also necessitates the long wheelbase. The seven-seater only comes with the larger battery. There are then Life and Style equipment levels to choose from. Topping off the range is a GTX 4MOTION ID. Buzz, which offers dual motors and all-wheel drive providing 340 PS. This variant is also available with all four body variants. There are commercial versions of the VW ID. Buzz that go head-to-head with cargo-focused electric vans such as the Farizon SV, but the Volkswagen is more general-purpose in focus. The six- and seven-occupant versions now have a third row of seats. With the seven-seater, there are three places in the second row, then you can flip the seat on either side forward to enable access to the third row, which only has two. These aren't small with limited head and legroom like on many seven-seater SUVs, such as the Mercedes EQB. They are perfectly comfortable for adults and offer almost as much space as the second row. The middle seat in the second row is also almost as wide as the outer ones, meaning it's viable to have three adults side-by-side. The downside is that the back doesn't fold forward to make an armrest with cupholders. Instead, passengers in this row will have to use the aircraft-style tray tables integrated into the seats in front for their cups. The third-row passengers have cupholders in the side panels. One of my biggest gripes with the original five-seater Buzz was the lack of ventilation for rear-seat passengers. That has now been remedied, and very well indeed. There are vents available for both rear rows, and the climate control is quad-zone, giving the second-row passengers on each side their own ceiling-based controls to change temperature and fan speed. The side doors are motorized, too, and are a bit wider than on the five-seater to facilitate access. The VW ID. Buzz seven-seater is a very comfy form of transport for seven adults but it's the cargo carrying capacity that makes this vehicle so very special. With all three rows of seats in place, the luggage space in the back is a hatchback-like 306 liters. But you can of course drop the third row of seats forward to provide 1,340 liters, around the same as a compact station wagon. There's a shelf behind that, which ensures the floor of this space is still flat. Two storage bins underneath provide space for charging cables and other vehicle paraphernalia. If you need a bit more capacity and only have two people in the car, you can also drop the second row of seats forward, with a 60/40 split. That makes 2,469 liters of cargo space, which is 350 liters more than the five-seater. Still not enough for you? That shelf, the bins, and both the third-row seats can all be removed. Unlatching the seats is easy but they are heavy, so you will need to be strong to carry them out. This gives you a massive total space. Of course, you can take out the third row and still have five seats, while having as much luggage space as most SUVs – when they're carrying just two people. The ID. Buzz doesn't have the natty array of buttons found in the back of the Kia EV9 to operate its seven-seat system. But then it doesn't have the space available with the Buzz. By removing the third row of seats and dropping forward the 60% portion of the second row, I was able to transport all the pieces for a London art fair, along with myself and two passengers. If that's not enough, an optional £980 towbar is available. A button drops this down, after which you must manually pull it until it locks into place. When not in use, it can be stowed back where it came from. The Buzz can tow 1,000kg braked or 750kg unbraked, so not enough for a caravan but a small boat or cargo trailer would be fine. The considerable extra power over the original Buzz is very noticeable with this upgraded version. The launch version took a pedestrian 10.2 seconds to reach 62mph, but the new seven-seater drops this to 7.9 seconds, which a decade ago was considered quite quick for any car and is still rapid for a van. The dual-motor GTX 4MOTION version is even quicker, hitting 62mph in just 6.4 seconds. You will be surprised how well the Buzz can get off the lights or complete an overtake on a highway. Although it weighs 2.8 tons, most of that mass is low down. This is also a rear-wheel drive vehicle, so the steering is quite light. You won't want to hit a bend too fast, but at the right speed the dynamics are quite fun. This is a huge vehicle for city streets, however. The smooth power delivery and light steering make it quite maneuverable, but you always have to be careful with the length. One thing I really appreciated during my test driving, which involved a lot of country roads at night, was the Matrix LED headlight system. This divides the beam into pixels and only dips the LEDs directly pointed at oncoming traffic or a vehicle directly in front. It meant I always had the bushes by the side of the road illuminated while not blinding other road users, which felt safer than traditional auto dipping main beams. While the range of the original Buzz wasn't terrible, it also wasn't quite as much as you'd hope for in a vehicle that has potential for family country trips. The bigger 86kWh battery isn't a huge leap from the original 77kWh one, but it does mean that the Life trim seven-seater now offers 291 WLTP miles of range – quite a boost from the original 255 miles. The Style has larger wheels so the range drops to 285 miles, and the example I borrowed had 21in rims, which will further reduce this figure. The long wheelbase VW ID. Buzz is... long. James Morris During my testing, which involved a lot of long journeys on A-roads and highways, I managed 2.4 miles per kWh. This would equate to 206 miles. However, my Buzz also didn't have the £1,050 heat pump option and the weather was cold. I was also driving mostly in Comfort mode with a fair amount of enthusiasm, so I suspect greater range is possible if you drop to Eco and make more sparing use of the accelerator pedal. I achieved more like 2.7 miles per kWh with the original Buzz, giving it similar real-world range. However, the 86kWh battery also supports DC charging up to 200kW (the original maxed out at 170kW), which means you can still recharge from 5 to 80% in 30 minutes. In other words, a half-hour break every two hours at motorway speeds will make long journeys viable. I completed several near-three-hour journeys with a mix of A-road and motorway speeds and only needed to charge at the destinations. With a vehicle that is so well configured for taking your family places, this is exactly what you need. Although everyone loves the VW ID. Buzz, there's a reason why you don't see more of them on the streets – they're expensive. They started around £59,000 ($76,000) at launch, and this remains the case. The six-seater is £150 ($190) more and the seven-seater £510 ($650) on top of that. It's then £4,800 ($6,200) for the Style over the Life, and then £3,600 ($4,650) more for the GTX 4MOTION, making the latter £67,435 ($87,000) in five-seater form. My test vehicle, which was a seven-seater Style with a premium two-tone green paint option with the Comfort Seat option, would set you back a princely £71,615 ($92,500). That's a lot of money when you consider the premium luxury EVs you can get for a similar figure. However, while the price hasn't dropped, the seven-seater option has increased the utility of the VW ID. Buzz considerably. Almost all my criticisms of the Buzz at launch have been dealt with. I'd still like to see a battery around 100kWh, although I suspect that this hasn't been offered yet because it would push the weight over three tons, and reduce the cargo capacity accordingly, so we'll probably have to wait for denser batteries for that. Even without it, the seven-seater VW ID. Buzz is an incredibly desirable vehicle. The size means it won't be ideal for city dwellers, but if you live in a more suburban or country environment, have a large family or frequently take a regular-sized one on outdoor trips with lots of equipment, it's uniquely brilliant. It costs a lot, but at least now the full potential of the platform has been realized. This is what the Buzz was always meant to be.
