Automotive

“Lebanon Motorsport and Tuning Show” attracts more than 20,000 visitors

Beirut, August 5, 2014: The Lebanon Motorsport and Tuning Show (LMTS) 2014 organized by Xclusive S.A.R.L, the leading auto industry events management company, in cooperation with Platea and with the support of MTV, witnessed more 20,000 guests flocking to visit this highly anticipated automotive event. This comprehensive auto show gained also this year a special attention from automotive media reps and socialites.

Ford Posts Second Quarter 2014 Pre-Tax Profit of $2.6 Billion;

North America, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, Europe and Ford Credit Profitable; Net Income of $1.3 Billion+  •   Second quarter pre-tax profit of $2.6 billion, an increase of $44 million compared with a year ago; after-tax earnings per share of 40 cents, excluding special items; 20th consecutive profitable quarter  •   Second quarter net income of $1.3 billion, or 32 cents per share, an increase of $78 million compared with

Bassoul Heneine sal welcomes all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé

23 July 2014 - Beirut – Bassoul Heneine sal has welcomed the all-new BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé - the third model to join the new BMW 4 Series product range and BMW’s first compact executive Coupé with four-doors.

The Award winning Ford Fusion Redefines Midsize Sedan Expectations With Unprecedented Suite of Driver Assist Technologies

  • All-new Ford Fusion carries a wide array of driver assist technologies, including Lane-Keeping System with Driver Alert, adaptive cruise control and collision warning, and active park assist
  • These technologies form the basis for Ford’s research and development of future personal mobility solutions, including autonomous assist driving capabilities
  • Awards include Car of the Year by Saudi Auto, Best Midsize Car for families by the US News & World Reports and Top 10 Best Family Cars by Kelly Blue Book

All-new BMW M4 Coupé powers into Lebanon

21 July 2014 - Beirut – Bassoul-Heneine sal, the BMW Group importer in Lebanon has further diversified its BMW portfolio with the introduction of the BMW M4 Coupé placing high value on powerful performance, quick response and individual driving dynamics on the roads like all BMW M vehicles.

Ford Launches Product Acceleration in Middle East & Africa, Bringing at Least 25 New Vehicles by 2016

  • Ford launches aggressive new product rollout for Middle East and Africa to target growth opportunities, including small, mid-size and large cars
  • 25 new vehicles coming to Middle East & Africa – including 17 in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa – by 2016
  • Ford expands car line-up with new Ford Focus and Ford Fusion
  • Mustang, the iconic American sports car, is coming to Middle East & Africa
  • Ford to expand rollout of advanced technologies in Middle East & Africa, including EcoBoost engines, SYNC in-car connectivity, inflatable rear sea

Well-established on the winner's podium: MINI Countryman once again successful at the 2014 "Off Road Award".

10 July 2014 - It offers more interior space than any MINI before it, as well as new ways to experience hallmark brand driving fun with its optional all-wheel drive system ALL4. The MINI Countryman has become firmly established in its segment and is now also one of the top favorites among fans of all-wheel drive automobiles. This is again reflected very clearly in the results of the 2014 "Off Road Award". Like last year, readers of "Off Road" magazine voted the compact MINI all-rounder into second place in the category "Subcompact SUV".