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New Model Y now available in Qatar

Nearly five years ago, the first Model Y units were delivered to their owners, marking the debut of a global best-seller. Today, Tesla is introducing new Model Y in Qatar. New Model Y features extensive reengineering, maximizing efficiency, comfort, connectivity, and safety with a completely redesigned interior and exterior. Model Y, the global best-seller Model Y has been produced in over 3.5 million units at Tesla’s Gigafactories across three continents. Since day one, Model Y has been praised globally for its versatility, ease of use, practicality, safety and efficiency-all at an accessible price point. In 2023, Model Y made history by becoming the first-ever electric vehicle to top the global best-selling vehicle list, across all powertrains and energy types. While final confirmation is pending, Model Y is on track to be the best-selling car in the world again in 2024. This is further proof that electric vehicles appeal to a broad audience and are suitable for a wide range of scenarios. Produced in Europe for the Middle-East at the Tesla Berlin-Brandenburg Gigafactory in Germany since 2022, Model Y has already had a significant impact on transitioning the local fleet to sustainable transport, in line with Tesla’s mission. With the introduction of new Model Y, Tesla builds on a global best-selling platform to bring a new benchmark to the market. The benchmark just got better Considering the feedback from owners, Tesla’s engineering and design teams have developed new Model Y incorporating significant improvements in refinement, premium-ness and ergonomics in every area, while not departing from what made it a global bestseller. New Model Y is designed with a focus on ride comfort while retaining the agility and connection Tesla is known for. Building on the improvements brought to Upgraded Model 3, new chassis settings and attributes provide a high-level of comfort to all passengers, without compromising handling. A new design serving functionality New Model Y features a fully redesigned exterior that offers exceptional aerodynamic efficiency, high-speed stability, crash safety and build quality. Diverging from Model 3, the front and rear lightbars draw inspiration from Cybertruck and Cybercab designs. The full-width, three-piece lightbar is engineered to be aerodynamically efficient and enable the best possible pedestrian safety performance. The rear light bar spans across the vehicle, making it not only one of the largest lightbars in the industry but the world’s first production application of an indirect, externally reflected lighting system that projects the rear lamp function onto a custom applique. The exterior redesign has reduced the overall drag and combined with new wheels featuring improved aerodynamics and low-resistance tires, it leads to enhanced range. Model Y was already the most efficient SUV in its class. By carefully reworking every energy-consuming subsystem, Tesla has unlocked significant improvements in energy efficiency, resulting in real-world gains for owners without additional costs. A new front camera is now available, located in the front fascia. It offers drivers an expanded view of the surroundings on the center screen and is equipped with a fluid washer and integrated heating to prevent fogging and stay clean in all weather conditions. Refined and more comfortable cabin Excellence in interior refinement and ambience has been a key focus with new Model Y. The cabin is enveloped in premium yet durable materials, including aluminum and textile, while customizable ambient lighting is dynamically integrated for both day and night. Additionally, new manufacturing processes provide an elevated level of craftsmanship. With the introduction of acoustic glass on every surface, paired with new sound-dampening materials, new Model Y offers a whisper quiet ride. Road noise is reduced by 22%, impact noise by 20% and wind noise by 20%. Upgraded new low-E glass roof reflects 7 times more solar energy, reducing heat transfer into the cabin. Combined with best-in-class HEPA filtration and advanced heat pump technology, the thermal system remains highly efficient, quiet, and high-performing—ensuring the perfect temperature for all passengers. The two front seats have been redesigned for improved comfort and are now ventilated. The second-row seats also offer enhanced comfort and convenience with easier-to-access buckles, longer cushions, deeper bolsters, with powered recline and fold-flat operation. Both first and second rows are heated, and all are working seamlessly with integrated climate controls. The new center console now features sliding doors with precise, smooth movement, and is covered in genuine aluminum revealing both a cupholder and extra storage. Additional aluminum accents adorn the steering wheel, door trims, and instrument panels. True to its original uncluttered driving experience, new Model Y includes both haptic switches and physical buttons. Ergonomics and usability are enhanced with customizable steering wheel switches for quick access to frequently used vehicle functions. A new precision-engineered indicator stalk ensures effortless control while driving. Blind spot indicators are now integrated within the front doors’ tweeter area, which complements the existing on-screen functionality. Improved connectivity and entertainment for everyone Second-row passengers can now enjoy their own 8” touchscreen, featuring integrated climate controls and entertainment options, including gaming, audio, and video streaming. Fast-charge laptops and other portable devices is convenient, with one front and two rear USB-C charging ports, with up to 65W of power. The Tesla-developed audio system offering up to 16 speakers has been redesigned to offer an even more immersive music listening experience. Some speakers are invisible thanks to an acoustically transparent textile material developed in-house, which compliments the sleek aesthetic of the interior and enhances audio performance. Improvements have also been made to the microphones, for 66% clearer calls.   Connectivity has reached the next generation with redesigned hardware, delivering a significant boost to cellular performance: 50% faster download speeds and a 30% greater range. Wi-Fi connectivity has also been greatly improved, with download speeds up to 300% faster for smoother video streaming and software updates, and a range extension of up to 200%, ensuring sustained connectivity in areas like garages and driveways. Phone key performance and reliability have seen a 10X improvement, thanks to the addition of Ultra-Wideband and other enhancements, which also enable hands-free trunk opening when paired with the Tesla

Zeekr at CES 2025: Unveils Industry-leading Technology, Co-Creation Strategy and a Global Energy Solution

Doha, Qatar – 15 January 2025: Blue Lake Motors, a subsidiary of Al Mana Holding, proudly announces ZEEKR’s dynamic presence at CES 2025, where the brand showcased its cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking approach to the electric vehicle industry. ZEEKR demonstrated its commitment to continuous innovation through close collaboration with customers and partners, reinforcing its dedication to delivering world-class solutions. The brand also outlined its strategic plans for global expansion, positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly evolving electric mobility market. Christopher Preston, Executive Director, Blue Lake Motors, commented on the event by saying: “Zeekr’s innovative approach to combining hardware and software engineering is paving the way for safer, more comfortable, and independent driving experiences. As we expand in the Qatari market, we’re excited about how Zeekr’s advanced technologies can reshape luxury and sustainability in the region. We’re eager to bring these groundbreaking solutions to our customers, in line with Qatar’s vision for smart and eco-friendly transportation.” Zeekr believes both hardware and software engineering are crucial to offer safe and comfortable autonomous driving journeys. At booth #5460, West Hall, of the Las Vegas Convention Center, Zeekr is showing its all-new self-designed intelligent driving domain controller, the first for an OEM that integrates the NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Thor system-on-a-chip(SoC) running on the safety-certified DriveOS. The soon-to-be-mass-produced domain controller powered by NVIDIA’s accelerated compute, will roll out in a new model coming 2025, that will be able to handle multiple intelligent driving scenarios and parking capabilities. In addition, Zeekr is announcing that it will extend its partnership with Qualcomm Technologies Inc to bring more immersive infotainment experience to global customers. Featuring the updated, more powerful Qualcomm system-on-chip (SoC), Zeekr models provide users with a richer and smarter cockpit experience at a high-efficiency level. Zeekr RT, some of which are already undergoing real-world road testing, will be the world-first mass-produced purpose-built vehicle for autonomous mobility. Zeekr will begin delivering mass-produced Zeekr RTs to Waymo for further testing this year, in preparation for a future public robotaxi launch. Currently Zeekr vehicles are equipped with an 800V ultra-fast charging e-powertain and Zeekr is the largest ultra-fast charging network operator, with over 800 ultra-fast charging stations in China. To build an all-round energy service ecosystem, Zeekr is unveiling its global fast-charging network strategy to deploy thousands of Zeekr-branded charging piles in key international markets, starting from and particularly in Thailand and Australia. On display at CES is the Zeekr 001 FR, a shooting brake, which offers the best possible balance of luxury, comfort, and ultra-performance. The Zeekr 009 Grand, the four-seater version of the electric Zeekr 009 MPV, which presents a luxurious, secluded, quiet, comfortable and safe oasis on road. The Zeekr MIX, a family five-seater SUV, combines a capsule-style exterior and innovative packaging to maximize in-cabin space. For more information or enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us at 8000505.