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David Guetta and Porsche Light Up the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park

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David Guetta has always been known for pushing the boundaries, while staying true to his roots.

Much like Porsche, he is a perfectionist who has constantly been evolving and shaping trends, making him the ideal match for an electrifying new campaign that features Guetta with the Macan Turbo and Taycan Turbo GT – Porsche’s newest electric vehicle lineup.

Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai, Guetta’s Future Rave Remix of his hit track ’Titanium’ sets the pace. Its pulsating beats amplify the energy of the high-speed sequences, laser precision, and cutting-edge visuals. The 263-metre Solar Park tower, the tallest of its kind, became his DJ booth – illuminated by an unprecedented display of light and motion.
“This collaboration is one of those things you dream of as a kid,” said David Guetta.

“Porsche has always stood for emotion, performance, and pushing the limits, just like my music. It’s about evolution while staying true to your roots, and being part of this project has truly inspired me.”

New Porsche EV models co-star in the campaign

In 2024, the second-generation Macan was launched, now as fully electric models. Through its progressive, timeless design, characteristic Porsche performance, long-distance range and with real everyday usability, the new Macan completely fulfils the requirements of Porsche owners who wish to drive an SUV. The top model is the Macan Turbo with up to 470 kW (639 hp) and a maximum torque of 1,130 Nm. This guarantees sporty performance: The Macan Turbo accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds. Its top speed is 260 km/h.

The most powerful production Porsche of all time is the Taycan Turbo GT with a limited-time peak power output of more than 1,100 hp. The model version with the Weissach package, which is consistently designed for the racetrack, recently set a record for the fourth time and on the fourth continent: After setting records on the Nürburgring Nordschleife, the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in California and the Shanghai International Circuit, it also achieved a record time for electric cars on the Interlagos Circuit in São Paulo.

Collaboration brings spectacular production from dream to reality

Bringing a film of this magnitude to life was made possible with the support of key partners, including the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), who share the common goal of consolidating Dubai’s position as a leader in innovation and sustainability.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, operated by the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA), provided the perfect stage for this dynamic partnership. Spanning 127 square kilometres — an area twice the size of Manhattan — the Solar Park is the world’s largest single-site solar project. By 2030, it aims to power nearly two million homes in Dubai while reducing carbon emissions by over eight million tons annually.

“At DEWA, we are pleased to support initiatives that reflect Dubai’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation, and clean energy,” said His Excellency Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of DEWA. “The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park is a global landmark for renewable energy, and hosting this extraordinary collaboration with Porsche, David Guetta, and the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) underscores the limitless potential of clean energy in shaping the future.”

“Dubai continues to take the lead as a city of inspiration and innovation, and we are honoured to partner with Porsche on this global campaign for its new electric vehicles,” said His Excellency Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). “The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park provides the perfect setting for the unveiling, showcasing the city’s commitment to sustainability and demonstrating our continuous efforts to foster and encourage innovative, future-ready solutions, in line with the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33. Collaborations with forward-thinking global brands such as Porsche, and international cultural influencers such as David Guetta, are key to driving awareness of sustainability and highlighting technological progress as we continue to shape the future of Dubai as the best city to visit, live and work in.”

“Dubai is a city that never stops surprising. The Solar Park is an incredible location, and not many people know about it. That’s when we thought, it’s perfect for Porsche as it aligns with our clear path towards sustainability.” said Dr. Manfred Bräunl, Chief Executive Officer, Porsche Middle East and Africa FZE.

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SONAX ACCELERATES DOUBLE-DIGIT GROWTH ACROSS GCC AND MIDDLE EAST WITH UAE DISTRIBUTOR RAMY AUTOMOTIVE

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A light blue car displayed under a white canopy at the modern, brightly lit SONAX exhibition booth inside a trade show.

SONAX GmbH, the global leader in car care solutions, has recorded consistent double-digit growth across the GCC and wider Middle East region, averaging between 10% and 20% over the past five years. This sustained expansion underscores the company’s strong foothold in the region and its position as the number-one premium car care brand, reinforced by a 35-year partnership with its UAE distributor, RAMY Automotive.

Building on this success, SONAX will showcase its next-generation innovations at Automechanika Dubai 2025, where it will unveil two new additions to its Ceramic Coating line, CC Glass and CC Rim. These latest formulations highlight SONAX’s continuous investment in innovation, performance, and product excellence.

“Our continued double-digit growth underscores the strong trust and loyalty that SONAX has built among car enthusiasts and professionals across the UAE,” said Edwin Berberi, Senior Business Development Manager SONAX, GmbH. “At RAMY Automotive, we take pride in representing SONAX in the UAE and strengthening its legacy of excellence in car care. We are committed to further expanding our footprint while upholding the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction across the region.”

Founded in 1950 in Neuburg, Germany, SONAX has built its reputation on premium quality, continuous research, and technical advancement. Its comprehensive portfolio spans car, motorcycle, bicycle, and industrial care, from manual detailing to automated washing, offering both private and professional users products that meet the highest global standards.

The GCC is one of the fastest-growing markets for high-end vehicle maintenance, driven by discerning customers who own luxury cars and demand superior quality care. As such, SONAX has continued to attract both individual car enthusiasts and commercial clients seeking long-lasting protection and professional-grade efficiency.

“Automechanika Dubai provides the perfect platform to strengthen our connections with customers and partners while introducing our latest innovations tailored for regional needs,” added Berberi. “Our mission remains clear: to deliver premium, sustainable, and high-performance solutions that make every vehicle shine.”

SONAX’s advanced Ceramic Coating products have set industry benchmarks since the launch of Nano Paint Protect in 2006. Today, the brand leads with a complete portfolio that includes CC Vinyl+PPF and CC Plastic+Rubber, and now expands further with the 2026 innovations CC Glass and CC Rim.

As part of its environmental commitment, SONAX integrates sustainability across its operations and product development. The company is ISO 14001 certified for its environmental management system and participates in the Responsible Care initiative, ensuring continuous improvement in environmental, health, and safety standards. Most of its products are made with 99.75% natural ingredients, reflecting its dedication to creating environmentally conscious products without compromising performance.

With a strong partner network across the GCC and Middle East, SONAX is uniquely positioned to serve regional and international customers. Its cooperation with RAMY Automotive in the UAE has been a cornerstone of its regional strategy, ensuring that customers across all markets receive the same quality, service, and reliability synonymous with the SONAX brand.

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Emarat Showcases Emojet’s Aviation Fuel Leadership at Dubai Airshow 2025

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Emarat Showcases Emojet’s Aviation Fuel Leadership at Dubai Airshow 2025

Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat), a pioneer in the UAE’s oil and gas industry, will highlight the strength of its aviation fuel business at Dubai Airshow 2025 through its aviation subsidiary, Emojet, one of the leading into-plane fuel service providers at Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport (Dubai World Central). Emojet will host airline, airport and industry partners at Chalet A52 from 17–21 November 2025, between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM at Al Maktoum International Airport.

A key pillar of Emarat’s portfolio, aviation fuel is delivered through Emojet, which has proudly served the UAE’s world-leading aviation industry since 1992. Today, Emojet supplies aviation fuel to many of the world’s leading international airlines at Dubai International Airport and Al Maktoum International Airport, delivering award-winning into-plane services built on safety, reliability and service excellence.

Ali Khalifa Al Shamsi, Chief Executive Officer of Emarat, said, “Dubai Airshow is a natural platform for Emarat and Emojet. For more than three decades, we have been privileged to fuel the growth of the UAE’s aviation sector and support Dubai’s rise as a global hub for passengers and cargo. Through Emojet, we combine best-in-class infrastructure, rigorous safety and operational discipline with a partnership mindset that puts our customers’ network and growth ambitions at the centre. At Dubai Airshow 2025, we look forward to reinforcing our commitment to the aviation ecosystem and exploring new collaborations that will help shape the future of air connectivity in our region.”

At Dubai Airshow 2025, Emojet will focus on deepening existing relationships and building new partnerships with airlines, cargo operators, airports, and logistics players from across the region and beyond. This follows Emojet’s July 2024 agreement with Emirates SkyCargo to supply aviation fuel for the airline’s cargo operations at Al Maktoum International Airport – a model of the strategic collaborations the brand aims to replicate and expand during the show.

Salem Bin Suloom, Vice President – Aviation Sales at Emarat, said, “Emojet’s promise is simple – safe, reliable and efficient fueling, every time. Our customers operate in highly demanding environments, and they rely on us to deliver on-time performance, technical excellence and responsive service across every flight and every turnaround. At Dubai Airshow 2025, our focus is on listening to our partners, understanding their evolving operational needs and identifying new ways we can support them – whether through long-term supply agreements, expanded into-plane services, or new collaborations with airports and operators across the wider region. We warmly invite existing and prospective partners to visit us to discuss how Emojet can fuel their future plans.”

Emojet stands apart through its modern fleet of refuelling equipment, advanced control systems and highly trained operational teams. The company utilises the latest electronic data capture and interface systems to drive efficiency, accuracy and transparency, ensuring that its operations and equipment exceed mandated IATA standards.

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How Machine Learning Makes Super Cruise Smarter Every Day

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An over the shoulder shot of the GM SuperCruise in action in a GM-branded vehicle.

When technology works effortlessly, it’s easy to forget the incredible engineering behind it. That was the goal with GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology. Super Cruise is designed to execute precise lane centering, perform smooth lane changes, interact with a driver’s requests and handle steering maneuvers. These advanced capabilities are managed by a single, modular software stack called the Unified Lateral Controller, or ULC. Looking inside, GM engineers built a self-learning system made up of machine learning algorithms to update the vehicle’s dynamics and controls. The algorithm makes quick decisions to ensure efficiency.

Imagine you’re driving with Super Cruise engaged, and you initiate a left lane change with the turn signal. Super Cruise then starts to shift the vehicle into the left lane. But let’s say you then decide to stay in the current lane, so you signal to the right. Super Cruise will respond by bringing you back to the center of the original lane – a seemingly effortless transition, but one that requires complex and rapid calculations.

Super Cruise needs to maneuver as naturally as possible for drivers to remain comfortable and confident as they drive hands free. Diving deeper, the ULC must consider many data inputs: The curvature of the road from the LiDAR map data, lane geometry from the cameras, trajectory of the vehicle based on current speeds, vehicle load, current weather conditions, and the behavior of surrounding vehicles–all in a matter of seconds.

One of the unique features of Super Cruise is its ability to maintain precise hands-free lane centering while towing a trailer – a capability unmatched in the industry. One of Super Cruise’s standout features is its ability to maintain precise, hands-free lane centering even while towing a trailer—a capability unmatched in the industry and currently available on select GM vehicles. With a trailer attached, ULC automatically accounts in real time for the additional mass and its effects on vehicle dynamics, optimizing steering commands to control both the vehicle and the trailer.

The self-learning system analyzes real-time sensor data, enabling Super Cruise to make more accurate decisions and perform proactive adjustments, improving driver comfort and confidence over time. That allows Super Cruise to adapt for each vehicle and each driver in different environmental conditions.

Let’s go back to our trailering example: Tight lateral control is important for keeping both the vehicle and the trailer centered in the lane. The model learns how the presence of the trailer changes the vehicle’s steering response and works with the ULC to optimize its responses and keep the vehicle and trailer centered in the lane. This model also scales Super Cruise enabled by OnStar , and is now available across 13 vehicle models on select trims, and counting . No matter the shape, size, or weight of the vehicle, the ULC and our self-learning algorithms can adapt, reducing complexity. We’re bringing Super Cruise to consumers on more models, offering consistent, predictable, safe hands-free driving.

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