• World’s first MENAP Economic Integration Barometer creates standardised definitions and measurement tools for economic integration • The Barometer tracks progress on four key integration metrics: trade, intangibles, capital, and people
Dubai, UAE & Davos, Switzerland, January 18, 2023: Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has announced the launch of the world’s first MENAP Economic Integration Barometer at Davos 2023, in partnership with the World Economic Forum and McKinsey & Company.
The Barometer, which has been developed to systematically track progress on an annual basis, will offer a deeper understanding of the status of MENAP economic integration, and the region’s interconnectedness with other world markets.
Ahmed Galal Ismail, Chief Executive Officer at Majid Al Futtaim – Holding, will discuss the Barometer during a special session on closer economic integration that explores how common standards, selective deregulation, the sharing of data and the free movement of goods and services could catalyse inter- and intraregional trade across the region and help unlock its full economic potential.
Designed to trigger dialogue and foster collective action by following the region’s progress across four key metrics – trade, intangibles, capital, and people – the Barometer will provide stakeholders with tools to help standardise the interpretation and definition of economic integration. A major insight from developing the Barometer was the scarcity of data available and inconsistency in which the different metrics are measured.
Ahmed Galal Ismail, Chief Executive Officer at Majid Al Futtaim – Holding, said: “Since publishing our inaugural report into the impact greater economic integration could afford the MENAP region, we have seen a number of impressive and important steps taken to foster improved intra-regional prosperity. Whilst extremely encouraging, these efforts have also highlighted the development disparity across the MENAP region. We recognise that now, more than ever in this age of geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty, and climate crisis, that our success hinges on our collective efforts to champion improved economic integration across our region. The MENAP Economic Integration Barometer presents a baseline from which to assess our progress, providing transparent and systematic tracking to trigger dialogue and initiate action. Our aspiration is to publish an updated barometer, coinciding each year with the World Economic Forum, and engage with key stakeholders at Davos on the results and the key imperatives to drive incremental progress.”
Over several months, Majid Al Futtaim has worked with McKinsey Global Institute to develop a barometer capable of providing real-world insights that demonstrate where the region stands today, how it is evolving and where progress will take it, all based on real-world metrics. Furthermore, with the support of the regional and global community, a repository of clean, granular and consistent data can now be collected, which will allow the MENAP Economic Integration Barometer to evolve over time to play that role.
Highlights from the first MENAP Economic Integration Barometer
• The dearth of trade between countries in the region is laid bare in the inaugural MENAP Economic Integration Barometer, which shows that intraregional exports account for only 2.9% of total MENAP GDP. This compares to a global average of 7.9% and 22% across the European Union (EU), Norway, Switzerland, and the UK. However, when looking at the power of the region to supply goods abroad, MENAP dominates other regions, with global exports valued at 34% of GDP compared to a global average of 25.5%.
• 22% of MENAPs trade to the world stems from fossil fuels, with an additional 7% from metals and chemicals. As such, MENAP, a cluster of individually resource-rich countries with fewer distinct manufactured goods (non-oil-based) to export, has less trade between regions as a portion of GDP.
• The lack of integration is not confined to physical goods. The intraregional flow of intellectual property (IP) is just 1.4% compared to 62% in the EU, Norway, Switzerland, and the UK with much of the latter being driven by pharmaceutical developments, bio-tech ideation, and aerospace innovation.
• FDI inflows to MENAP lags top performing regions, and MENAP countries have lower investments in each other relative to other regions. However, this is not uniform across countries in MENAP; Dubai has been ranked the world’s top destination for FDI for 2 consecutive years.
• The MENAP region does, however, perform better than much of the rest of the world on unemployment numbers, with only 7.4% compared to the global average of 7.6%. However, the barometer also raises concerns about migratory trends in the region. In 2019, nearly 15 million people migrated intra-regionally in MENAP, with approximately 50% of all professionals who moved, leaving the region completely. This compares to only 0.5% of the total population leaving North America in 2021, compared to MENAPs 2%. One can assume that sufficient working, studying, and living opportunities are the key drivers.
Majid Al Futtaim’s work in developing the MENAP Economic Integration Barometer follows several years of leadership in promoting discussion on the importance of economic integration as an enabler of sustainable and inclusive economic development. The company’s first report – A Perspective on the Economic Potential of the MENAP Region was launched in 2020, followed by a revised edition, The Time is Now: Unlocking the Economic Potential of MENAP, which was released at the May 2022 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting.
Company exhibits the zero-emission Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Forklift during prestigious annual sustainable energy conference in Abu Dhabi
Dubai, UAE – Toyota’s environmentally friendly mobility solutions are in the spotlight this week during the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, where the hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) and a Fuel Cell Forklift developed by Toyota Industries Corporation will be on display throughout the three-day event. Both products utilize innovative hydrogen FCEV technology to deliver efficient performance with zero emissions, playing an important role in Toyota’s multiple pathway approach toward carbon neutrality.
Toyota began work on its hydrogen FCEV technology in 1992, which converts hydrogen and oxygen into electricity to power an electric motor and produces only water as a by-product. The company’s commitment to continually refining this technology can be seen in the groundbreaking Toyota Mirai, which offers best-in-class efficiency with zero emissions. The pioneering FCEV delivers a class-leading cruising range of 650 km and can be refueled in under five minutes, ensuring drivers enjoy the same levels of performance and convenience associated with a traditionally-powered vehicle.
The versatility of the Toyota Fuel Cell System has enabled a wide range of applications in areas such as trucks, buses, boats, and stationary generators, including the FC Forklift. This innovative solution has a refueling time of just 2 – 3 minutes, helping to ensure around-the-clock availability and making the FC Forklift especially well-suited to multi-shift operations where trucks are constantly in use.
Kei Fujita, Chief Representative, Middle East and Central Asia Representative Office, Toyota Motor Corporation, comments: “We are pleased to showcase two of our hydrogen-powered mobility solutions at the World Future Energy Summit, a highly significant platform that contributes to a more sustainable tomorrow. With a fueling time of less than five minutes, Toyota’s zero-emission hydrogen FCEV technology combines greater convenience with enhanced sustainability and is one of many promising solutions we have been exploring as part of our drive for carbon neutrality. I would like to extend my gratitude to the organizers of this important and timely event, the goals of which align closely with Toyota’s ongoing drive for sustainability.”
Recognized as one of the world’s most influential gatherings for the energy industry, the World Future Energy Summit brings together key stakeholders with the goal of accelerating the transition toward cleaner sources of energy. Toyota’s participation comes as part of its long-term commitment to developing carbon neutral mobility solutions. The company successfully launched the Prius – the world’s first mass-produced Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) – in 1997 and continues to explore diverse technology options to meet the diverse needs of users across the globe. Today, Toyota offers a full lineup of sustainable mobility solutions including HEVs, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), and FCEVs, and has sold more than 22 million electrified vehicles[i] across the globe.
Fujita explained: “At Toyota, we recognize that carbon neutrality is a goal with multiple pathways; there is no single best solution for all use cases in all parts of the world. By focusing on the development of diverse electrified powertrain options, we are contributing to greater choices for drivers that will increase the adoption of eco-friendly vehicles. We will continue to seek out new technologies that can accelerate the journey toward a carbon-neutral society where people can enjoy happier, healthier, and more sustainable lives.”
The hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai FCEV and Toyota FC Forklift are on display at the World Future Energy Summit 2023, which is taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 16 – 18 January.
Stylish design, sporty driving performance, and greater fuel efficiency combine to create a car customers will enjoy and cherish for generations to come
Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announces today that it has commenced sales of all-new Prius Series Parallel Hybrid (HEV) models. It will also launch Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) models around March this year.Z (2.0-liter HEV 2WD) (Model with options shown)
Launched in 1997 as the world’s first mass-produced hybrid car, the Prius has driven uptake of HEVs as a new-generation eco-car with outstanding fuel efficiency. These days, hybrid technologies are employed in a wide range of different models that are loved and enjoyed by people all around the world.
With a range of powertrain options being developed to promote carbon neutrality, Toyota wanted to create a new Prius HEV that customers would enjoy and cherish as the car of choice for generations to come. Developed under the “Hybrid Reborn” concept, this new model is an exhilarating package that adds a design inspiring love at first sight and captivating driving performance to its core strength as an environmentally friendly car.
The main features of the new Prius are as follows.
Vehicle outline
A design inspiring love at first sight
Inheriting the signature monoform silhouette of the original Prius, the new Prius has been reborn with a lower center of gravity and even more stylish proportions. The simple yet sculpted body expresses exhilaration that appeals to the senses and a universal beauty that will remain popular into the future.
The “island architecture” concept achieves a low-stress, spacious interior with a cockpit that makes it easy to concentrate on driving. Altogether, the interior offers intuitive operation and an enjoyable driving experience.
A total of eight body colors are available, including two newly developed, solid base colors of Ash and Mustard that create a sporty impression, bringing touches of color to the daily lives of customers to create a stronger sense of attachment.
Z (2.0-liter HEV 2WD) (Model with options shown)
Captivating driving performance
The new Prius is equipped with the latest fifth-generation hybrid system in both the 2.0-liter and 1.8-liter models.
Compared to the previous model*1, the 2.0-liter Prius (Z and G grades) achieves improved fuel efficiency of 28.6 km/L*2 and maximum system output of 144 kW (196 PS), which is 1.6 times higher than the previous model*1. This model achieves a high level of balance between the outstanding environmental performance of a Prius and the captivating driving performance of a car that reacts as expected with satisfying acceleration and responsive driving.
2.0-liter Hybrid System
With a long list of improvements, including updates to all electric modules, the 1.8-liter Prius (U and X grades) achieves great fuel efficiency of 32.6 km/L*3. The refined driving performance and seamless acceleration of a hybrid provide feelings of agility when starting off and the responsiveness of direct driving power.
1.8-liter Hybrid System
The second-generation TNGA platform was developed as part of continuing improvement of the matured TNGA platform to achieve the exhilarating styling and driving performance of the new Prius, allowing for a lower center of gravity and large-diameter tires.
This version comes with the latest E-Four system. Employing a high-output motor and other features, it offers improved uphill performance on low-friction road surfaces, like snow-covered roads, and greater stability when turning.
Advanced Safety and Driving Support Systems
Toyota Safety Sense, the latest active safety package, is a standard inclusion. Including the Advanced Safety System with an expanded range of detectable objects, the new Prius also comes with the following added features.
Rear vehicle proximity notification [first for a Toyota brand vehicle*4]Using the Blind Spot Monitor’s rear millimeter-wave radar, this feature detects vehicles in the rear and, if another vehicle is approaching, it alerts the driver via the Multi-Information Display and buzzer.
Approaching vehicle proximity support (recording function and vehicle reporting suggestions) [first for a Toyota brand vehicle*4]If a vehicle approaching from the rear is too close, this system offers the driver suggestions for dealing with the issue, including contacting the police or the HELPNET emergency call service. In vehicles equipped with a drive recorder, in addition to automatically recording the event, the system stores the data in a dedicated area that makes it difficult to record over.
Secondary Collision Brake (rear impact mitigation when stopped) [first for a Toyota brand vehicle*4]Using the Blind Spot Monitor’s rear millimeter-wave radar, this system detects vehicles in the rear and, if it determines a very high possibility of a collision while the vehicle is stopped, it applies the brakes to reduce speed if a rear collision occurs. Compared to the previous model, this system enables an earlier reduction in speed by applying the brakes prior to a collision.
Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices
Price range: 2,750,000 yen to 3,920,000 yen
Powertrain
Transmission
Driveline
Price* (JPY)
X
Series Parallel Hybrid System (2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter in-line four-cylinder engine)
Electric continuously variable transmission
2WD (FF)
2,750,000
E-Four
2,970,000
G
Series Parallel Hybrid System (M20A-FXS 2.0-liter in-line four-cylinder engine)
2WD (FF)
3,200,000
E-Four
3,420,000
Z
2WD (FF)
◎3,700,000
E-Four
3,920,000
◎: Models as shown in the photos (excluding options)
*
Does not include recycling fees. (Different pricing applies for Hokkaido and Okinawa. Includes consumption tax.)
KINTO Unlimited: New car subscription service launched
The new “KINTO Unlimited” car subscription offered by Toyota and KINTO opened for subscribers on January 10. To start, the new Prius U grade will be available on this service, which will be the only service offering it.
KINTO is a subscription service*5 which includes insurance, tax and other costs combined into a monthly subscription charge. Using new Toyota technologies, KINTO Unlimited will be provided with two additional values in the form of upgrades that ensure evolution of the vehicle’s software and hardware and connected services that ensure protection of cars and people using the customer’s driving data. These additional values will help maintain the value of the car, which is considered in advance to reduce the monthly subscription charge to start at 16,610 yen per month (including tax)*6.
The Prius Z and G grades will be available on the usual KINTO subscription service.
Reference vehicle prices for the Prius U grade, which will be offered only through the KINTO Unlimited service, are detailed below.
Powertrain
Transmission
Driveline
Price* (JPY)
U
Series Parallel Hybrid System (2ZR-FXE 1.8-liter in-line four-cylinder engine)
Electric continuously variable transmission
2WD (FF)
2,990,000
E-Four
3,210,000
*
Does not include recycling fees. (Different pricing applies for Hokkaido and Okinawa. Includes consumption tax.)
Base sales volume for Japan
4,300 units per month
Production Plant
Tsutsumi Plant, Toyota Motor Corporation
*1
Comparison with previous model Prius A Touring Selection (1.8-liter HEV 2WD with 17-inch tires), which achieved WLTC mode fuel efficiency of 27.2 km/L.
*2
28.6 km/L is the WLTC mode fuel efficiency for the Z grade (2.0-liter HEV 2WD with 19-inch tires), as evaluated by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
*3
32.6 km/L is the WLTC mode fuel efficiency for the U grade (1.8-liter HEV 2WD with 17-inch tires), as evaluated by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
*4
As of January 2023. According to Toyota research.
*5
A service that packages automobile insurance, automobile taxes, periodic maintenance, repair expenses, registration expenses and taxes, mandatory inspection fees (in cases of the five- and seven-year plans), and other costs for a fixed monthly fee.
*6
When selecting the cheapest U grade package (2WD with standard interior specifications), with no additional options, when using the seven-year lease plan with no initial payment and added bonus payments of 165,000 yen (including tax). The total price paid over the seven-year subscription period is 3,705,240 yen (including tax).
1st overall for Nasser Al-Attiyah and Mathieu Baumel
4th overall for Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy
5th overall for Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings
4 Toyota Hilux T1+ in Top 5
Qatar’s Nasser Al-Attiyah and his French co-driver, Mathieu Baumel, successfully defended the Dakar title they won for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) in 2022, when they brought their GR DKR Hilux T1+ over the finish line of the final stage of Dakar 2023 on 15 January. The pair lost 5min 41sec to the stage winners, but that hardly mattered, as they sealed the overall victory with a winning margin of 1hr 20min 49sec.
The final stage of Dakar 2023 was a 136km-long test that started from the bivouac at Al-Hofuf. Competitors had to complete a short liaison of 167km before taking on Stage 14, which was then followed by a final liaison of 100km to the finish podium in the coastal city of Dammam.
For Nasser, this was his fifth win in the Dakar Rally, while Mathieu’s tally is now four victories. The pair have won three times for Toyota, with the latest victories coming in a back-to-back display of quality, durability and reliability for the Japanese manufacturer. The pair took over the lead of the event on Stage 3, and never relinquished that position.
Giniel de Villiers, who completed his twentieth consecutive Dakar Rally when he crossed the finish line near Dammam, ended the rally in 4th place in the overall standings. This result brings his total number of Top 5 finishes to 15, including one victory in 2009. The South African has only finished outside the Top 10 on one occasion, and his performance in the 2023 Dakar Rally underscores the toughness and tenacity of one of the Dakar Rally’s true veteran racers. Together with co-driver Dennis Murphy, Giniel finished this year’s 45th edition of the rally 2hr 31min 12sec in arrears.
Dakar 2023 will long be remembered by Henk Lategan and co-driver Brett Cummings as a race that could have turned out very differently for them. They moved as high as 2nd place in the overall standings, before two setbacks pushed them down the order. The pair showed great pace throughout the rally, and will be hoping for a truer reflection of their speed in future editions. Even so, they finished in 5th place overall, less than 5min behind their teammates in fourth.
Toyota dominated the Dakar 2023 results, with the works TGR crews finishing 1st, 4th and 5th. A privately entered Toyota Hilux T1+ in the hands of the young Brazilian, Lucas Moraes, added to the Japanese manufacturer’s tally, by finishing in third place overall. This was Lucas’ first attempt at the Dakar Rally, though he had an experienced co-driver in the form of Timo Gottschalk beside him in the car.
In terms of the 2023 World Rally-Raid Championship, of which the Dakar Rally was the opening round, Nasser and Mathieu amassed a total of 85 points. This means they trail the log leaders by just two points after Round 1 of the five-round championship. Toyota is in 2nd place in the Manufacturers’ championship, just a single point behind the leaders. The next race is the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge, which takes place during the last week of February.
QUOTES:
Akio Toyoda, President and CEO of Toyota Motor Corporation: “Three GR DKR Hilux T1+ of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, two from Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body and Hino Team Sugawara’s HINO 600 all completed the 16-day Dakar Rally.
Congratulations to the all 6 teams on the tough 8500km road! Thank you to all the fans for your support! Congratulations to Nasser Al-Attiyah and Mathieu Baumel on winning the overall title for the second year in a row! This following their victory in the first ever World Rally-Raid Championship late in 2022, which was itself an amazing achievement.
On the long, tough roads of Dakar, it is very hard to win if you don’t have a car that’s not only easy to drive, but also reliable and durable.
By continuing to challenge the Dakar, the GR Dakar Hilux T1+ will be refined into an ever-better car. Thank you for training Hilux!
Congratulations to Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body, with their 10th consecutive victory in the car category.
Congrats to Mr. Ronald Basso and Mr. Jean Michel Polato for winning their class!
Mr. Akira Miura and Mr. Laurent Lichtleuchter could not three-peat this time because they had a rollover during the rally and lost significant time. It was a little sad, but thank you for completing the first Dakar in Land Cruiser 300 GR Sport!
I am also grateful for the hard work of all the mechanics who repaired the overturned Land Cruiser in one day. Thanks to all the mechanics too!
Please allow me to share the message that Mr. Akira Miura sent us after the rollover:
“Land cruiser is a car that can go anywhere and come back. This year’s Dakar is really tough and not everything is going smoothly, but it’s precisely because it’s such a tough rally that I want to train our Land Cruiser 300. I think it’s a fitting stage.
There are still difficult stages in the second half of the rally, and since we’ve come this far, we are thinking that we are pretty much ready to face much more hard and difficult stages!
Such a stage is a chance to demonstrate the potential of Land Cruiser 300, in which we believe and trust. In the second half of the race, I would like to concentrate once again on completing the Dakar Rally.”
Mr. Akira Miura, who also serves as the development driver for Land cruiser 300 (mass-produced vehicle), challenged Dakar with this feeling… I sincerely thought that Land cruiser can become an even better car as a result of their dedication.
We at Toyota Motor Corporation will continue to make ever-better cars so that Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto body can drive with even greater peace of mind next year. I hope that all Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body will continue to face the next challenge while thinking, “Next year, bring even more hard and difficult stages!”
Let’s do our best “together” for an 11th and 12th consecutive victory!”
[2023 Dakar Rally: Pictures]
TOYOTA GAZOO RacingTEAM LAND CRUISER TOYOTA AUTO BODYHINO TEAM SUGAWARA
Glyn Hall, TGR Dakar Team Principal: “What a day for our entire team! Winning Dakar is something memorable, but winning the world’s toughest race twice in a row is simply extraordinary. My sincere thanks to every member of our team, every one of our sponsors and, of course, our drivers and co-drivers, who delivered a stunning result. I’m really proud of our GR DKR Hilux T1+, which has proven yet again that it is reliable and durable enough to not only complete the world’s roughest automotive race, but to do so two years in a row.”
Alain Dujardyn, TGR W2RC Team Principal: “I would like to start by thanking all three our race crews wholeheartedly. To Nasser and Mathieu; Giniel and Dennis; and Henk and Brett, my sincere thanks for your relentless efforts from the opening stage. Your dedication to defending our title ensured that the Dakar trophy has come to TOYOTA GAZOO Racing once again. Today’s Dakar Rally victory was a massive step in our W2RC journey. The points for overall victory cannot be underestimated, especially given the fierceness of this championship. As with the Dakar itself, we’re looking to defend our title in the W2RC, and while we leave from Saudi Arabia trailing our nearest competitors by a small margin, we are confident that we will be able to put up a good fight during the remainder of the year.”
Nasser Al-Attiyah: “This in amazing feeling! I have to thank so many people, starting with every member of our team. It was a tough two weeks, but to be able to come back and defend our title is fantastic! I’m really proud of our GR DKR Hilux T1+, and to win the race three times with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing is truly something special.”
Giniel de Villiers: “The Dakar is always full of challenges, and we certainly had our share of challenges this year. Of course, it could’ve been better for us, but then many competitors can probably say the same. It would have been nice to be on the podium, but overall, as a manufacturer, Toyota has every reason to be proud. I think this result has just proven the reliability of the Hilux once again, and we again managed to showcase this amazing car in Saudi Arabia this year.”
Henk Lategan: “Dakar 2023 has been a rollercoaster for us. It has been a tough two weeks for us, with some extremely good days; but also some disappointing ones. It does feel good to be in the Top 5 after such a tough Dakar, and I think they’ve thrown everything at us this year. With that in mind, it feels fantastic to be at the end of the race, and while we’ll always wonder what might have been, we are very happy to bring the car home in a good position.”
DAKAR 2023: Stage 14 Results:
POS.
N°
CREW
TEAM
TIME
VARIATION
1
206
(FRA) GUERLAIN CHICHERIT (FRA) ALEX WINOCQ
GCK MOTORSPORT
01H09’24”
2
211
(SWE) MATTIAS EKSTROM (SWE) EMIL BERGKVIST
TEAM AUDI SPORT
01H11’00”
+00H01’36”
3
212
(ARG) SEBASTIAN HALPERN (ARG) BERNARDO GRAUE
X-RAID MINI JCW TEAM
01H11’17”
+00H01’53”
4
203
(POL) JAKUB PRZYGONSKI (ESP) ARMAND MONLEON
X-RAID MINI JCW TEAM
01H12’32”
+00H03’08”
5
217
(ZAF) HENK LATEGAN (ZAF) BRETT CUMMINGS
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
01H13’08”
+00H03’44”
8
200
(QAT) NASSER AL-ATTIYAH (FRA) MATHIEU BAUMEL
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
01H15’05”
+00H05’41”
9
205
(ZAF) GINIEL DE VILLIERS (ZAF) DENNIS MURPHY
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
01H15’33”
+00H06’09”
DAKAR 2023: Final Standings
POS.
N°
CREW
TEAM
TIME
VARIATION
1
200
(QAT) NASSER AL-ATTIYAH (FRA) MATHIEU BAUMEL
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
45H03’15”
2
201
(FRA) SEBASTIEN LOEB (BEL) FABIAN LURQUIN
BAHRAIN RAID XTREME
46H24’04”
+01H20’49”
3
230
(BRA) LUCAS MORAES (DEU) TIMO GOTTSCHALK
OVERDRIVE RACING
46H41’46”
+01H38’31”
4
205
(ZAF) GINIEL DE VILLIERS (ZAF) DENNIS MURPHY
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
47H34’27”
+02H31’12”
5
217
(ZAF) HENK LATEGAN (ZAF) BRETT CUMMINGS
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
47H39’38”
+02H36’23”
W2RC: Driver Standings after Dakar 2023 1. S. Loeb, Bahrain Raid Extreme – 87 2. N. Al-Attiyah, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing – 85 3. G. Chicherit, Prodrive – 49 4. M. Ekstrom, Team Audi Sport – 37 5. M. Prokop, Orlen Benzina Team – 31
W2RC: Manufacturer Standings after Dakar 2023 1. Bahrain Raid Xtreme – 66 2. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing – 65 3. X-Raid MINI JCW Team – 50 4. BAIC ORV – 40
14 January 2023
Solid performances by all three TGR crews on penultimate stage
2nd on Stage 13 for Nasser Al-Attiyah and Mathieu Baumel
4th on Stage 13 for Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings
10th on Stage 13 for Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy
The penultimate stage in the 2023 Dakar Rally proved tougher than expected, with a sea of dunes making the 154km stage near the bivouac at Shaybah a testing one for all the competitors. TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s three GR DKR Hilux T1+ crews, however, recorded solid performances on the day, bringing their cars to the finish without incident. This leaves their overall positions unchanged, with just the final stage to go.
Fastest on Stage 13 for TGR was overall race leaders, Nasser Al-Attiyah and co-driver Mathieu Baumel, who posted the 2nd-fastest time on the day. They trailed the stage winners to the finish by 5min 28sec, driving at a moderate pace in order to ensure that they complete the stage without mishap. Their lead in the overall classification is now 1hr 21min 452sec, with just the final stage to complete.
Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings suffered a roll during Stage 12 of the event, losing their 4th place in the overall standings as a result. They bounced back in Stage 13, going 4th-fastest after a cautious start. Despite the time loss on the previous stage, they maintained a Top 5 position, and now find themselves in 5th place, just 7min 24sec behind the crew in 4th place.
That crew consists of TGR teammates Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy, who were the only GR DKR Hilux T1+ crew to experience trouble on Stage 13. Their left-front damper malfunctioned shortly after starting the stage, forcing them to slow their pace significantly. Poor mid-stage visibility didn’t help their efforts, especially when both crew members experienced motion sickness while crossing the dunes. They were 10th on the day, losing 13min 51sec to the stage winners, but holding steady in 4th place overall.
The young Brazilian sensation, Lucas Moraes, driving in his first Dakar Rally, is still in third place overall. Partnered by experienced co-driver, Timo Gottschalk, the privateer has brought his Toyota Hilux T1+ safely through 13 of this year’s 14 stages, and he has just one more stage to negotiate in order to record a dream finish on his Dakar debut.
The final stage of Dakar 2023 is up next, taking the competitors from the bivouac at Al-Hofuf to the finish in the coastal city of Dammam. At only 136km in length, the closing stage is another short one, but unlike the preceding few stages, this one is such much further to the north, and as such won’t consist of as many dunes as the previous stages. Liaisons totalling 281km will bring the total for the last day of the rally to 417km, taking the total distance for this year’s race to just shy of 9,000km.
QUOTES:
Glyn Hall, TGR Dakar Team Principal: “With Stage 13 behind us, we have only the final run from Al-Hofuf to Dammam to contend with tomorrow. Today was much tougher than anticipated, but we’re hoping for an easier run to the finish. But be that as it may, we still find ourselves leading the rally with Nasser and Mathieu, which is just amazing for us. But we also have two more crews in the Top 5, and if this remains the case tomorrow, we’ll be simply ecstatic.”
Alain Dujardyn, TGR W2RC Team Principal: “Nasser and Mathieu’s second place on Stage 13 netted them 4 points towards the World Rally-Rally Championship (W2RC). They are on 35 points for the season thus far, with the leaders on 45 points thanks to multiple consecutive stage victories this week. There are 50 points on offer for Dakar victory, while the second-placed crew is awarded 40 points, so if the positions remain unchanged after the final stage tomorrow, the battle in the W2RC will be tight – making for an exciting season ahead.”
Nasser Al-Attiyah: “Yes, we’re quite happy with today’s stage. We didn’t push at all, and our GR Hilux worked extremely well today, especially after the small changes we made to the suspension settings after Stage 12. We’ve still got one stage to go, and I hope to bring the Hilux home safely tomorrow.”
Giniel de Villiers: “Not an easy stage for us at all. Shortly after the stage I felt there was something wrong with the left front damper. It wasn’t working at all, and we had to be extra careful with the many dune crossings in the stage. In the middle of the stage, the visibility was just terrible. As a result, both Dennis and I got motion sickness, making for a miserable stage. But I’m glad we’re here, and now there’s only one stage to go.”
Henk Lategan: “I don’t think my time was very fast, but it was definitely a safer stage for us. The stage consisted of only dunes, and we took it a bit easier from the start. This was a better approach for us, as I try to build up confidence again after a few difficult days in the desert.”
DAKAR 2023: Stage 13 Results:
POS.
N°
CREW
TEAM
TIME
VARIATION
1
201
(FRA) SEBASTIEN LOEB (BEL) FABIAN LURQUIN
BAHRAIN RAID XTREME
02H26’17”
2
200
(QAT) NASSER AL-ATTIYAH (FRA) MATHIEU BAUMEL
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
02H31’45”
+00H05’28”
3
211
(SWE) MATTIAS EKSTROM (SWE) EMIL BERGKVIST
TEAM AUDI SPORT
02H32’48”
+00H06’31”
4
217
(ZAF) HENK LATEGAN (ZAF) BRETT CUMMINGS
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
02H35’44”
+00H09’27”
5
202
(SAU) YAZEED AL RAJHI (DEU) DIRK VON ZITZEWITZ
OVERDRIVE RACING
02H37’13”
+00H10’56”
10
205
(ZAF) GINIEL DE VILLIERS (ZAF) DENNIS MURPHY
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
02H40’08”
+00H13’51”
DAKAR 2023: Standings after Stage 13
POS.
N°
CREW
TEAM
TIME
VARIATION
1
200
(QAT) NASSER AL-ATTIYAH (FRA) MATHIEU BAUMEL
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
43H48’10”
2
201
(FRA) SEBASTIEN LOEB (BEL) FABIAN LURQUIN
BAHRAIN RAID XTREME
45H09’52”
+01H21’42”
3
230
(BRA) LUCAS MORAES (DEU) TIMO GOTTSCHALK
OVERDRIVE RACING
45H24’00”
+01H35’50”
4
205
(ZAF) GINIEL DE VILLIERS (ZAF) DENNIS MURPHY
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
46H18’54”
+02H30’44”
5
217
(ZAF) HENK LATEGAN (ZAF) BRETT CUMMINGS
TOYOTA GAZOO RACING GR DKR Hilux T1+
46H26’30”
+02H38’20”
13 January 2023
Nasser/Mathieu steady at the top; disappointment for Henk/Brett
Nasser Al-Attiyah and Mathieu Baumel increase overall lead to 1hr 27min 10sec
Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy cements 4th position
Significant time loss for Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings after Stage 12 rollover
While overall race leaders, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s Nasser Al-Attiyah and co-driver Mathieu Baumel, continued their run of solid stage results, teammates Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings had a rollover in their GR DKR Hilux T1+ early in Stage 12, causing some damage and losing nearly 30min as a result. This allowed Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy to move up into 4th in the overall standings, with just two stages to go.
Stage 12 of the 2023 Dakar Rally brought the competitors back from the Empty Quarter bivouac to the encampment at Shaybah, where the technical crews were waiting to service and repair the team’s three race cars after the two-day Marathon section of this year’s rally. While the stage was only 185km in length, it proved a stern test nonetheless.
For overall race leaders, Nasser and Mathieu, completing Stage 12 was another box ticked in their relentless march to the city of Dammam, and the finish of the rally. The pair took the lead in the race during Stage 3, and have not relinquished that position to date. With only two stages remaining, they have the end in sight, but remain respectful of the shifting desert dunes that mark the final days of the event.
The same dunes caught out teammates Henk and Brett on Stage 12; an early-stage low-speed roll in soft sand, causing damage to the right rear upright and brake disc of their car, and costing them a place in the overall standings. They were eventually classified in 28th place on the stage, relinquishing 48min 35sec to the stage winners, after losing more time due to the rear brakes not working after the incident. This leaves them in 5th overall, 12min behind Giniel and Dennis; and 2hr 34min 21sec adrift of the lead.
While Henk and Brett were bitterly disappointed to lose time so close to the end of the rally, both of them commented on the toughness of the GR DKR Hilux T1+, which not only protected them during the accident, but also completed the stage despite the damage sustained earlier.
Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy, in the #205 car, completed Stage 12 without mishap. The pair went 9th-fastest on the stage, trailing the leaders to the finish by 11min 34sec in the end. With teammates Henk and Brett in trouble, Giniel and Dennis moved up to 4th overall in the rankings, 2hr 22min 21sec behind Nasser and Mathieu.
In terms of the World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC), Nasser and Mathieu will be aiming to defend the title they won in 2022. However, they are not currently in a position to push for stage wins at the Dakar Rally, and as such have been relinquishing points to their nearest competitors. Even so, they are just 9 points behind the leaders after 12 stages of the Dakar Rally, and will be hoping to reap maximum points if they maintain their current position to the finish.
The penultimate stage of Dakar 2023 is up next, and this one is set between the bivouac near Shaybah and the border town of Al-Hofuf to the north. At only 154km in length, Stage 13 may sound short, but the competitors expect another tough test, before a slightly easier day leading to the finish in Dammam on January 15th.
QUOTES:
Glyn Hall, TGR Dakar Team Principal: “Another solid day for Nasser and Mathieu, who have shown the maturity and restraint of true champions. They brought the car home after the Marathon Stage with barely a mark on it, and very little for the service crews to do. Giniel and Dennis also did what was required, and they’re cemented in fourth place now with two stages to go. Unfortunately, Henk and Brett had a rollover early in the stage, and lost a position in the overall ranking as a result. They are bitterly disappointed, but we still have all three our cars in the Top 5, so we’re very happy at this point.”
Alain Dujardyn, TGR W2RC Team Principal: “While we are here at the rally to defend our Dakar title from 2022, we also keep a close eye on the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship points. We won the first ever W2RC last year, after quite a close battle. Whilst a potential win at this Dakar is very important to us, it will also amass Championship points, as the Dakar Rally is the first round of the 2023 W2RC. At this point, we cannot expect Nasser and Mathieu to push for stage wins, but leaving from Saudi with another Dakar win, as well as many W2RC points as possible is a major part of our mission for the year ahead. Yet two more stages remain before the final points can be tallied.”
Nasser Al-Attiyah: “With the Marathon Stage of yesterday and today, the main priority for us was to make sure the car gets back to Shaybah safely. I’m quite happy as it stands, and we remain in control of the race at this point. All that we have to focus on now is to bring the car to the finish, as we still have a comfortable lead. Our Hilux is truly amazing, and we have a lot of pace left in the tank. If we need to push, we can push, but as long as we don’t need to take any risks, we certainly won’t.”
Giniel de Villiers: “We’re happy to be back, after two tough stages. They weren’t very long, but there were many tricky sandy sections and dunes that could catch you out easily. It was important to get through these two days without problems, and we managed to do that. Now, we have two more days to go, and I fully expect at least one of them to be quite tough as well.”
Henk Lategan: “We were caught out by a sandy peak, and the car jumped onto its nose and sideways. Then there was a lot of damage to repair, but at least we managed to fix the car and get it through the stage. There were no rear brakes, and it was a bit of a struggle to get it through.”
The “RZ SPORT CONCEPT”, a concept model exploring the joy of performance and customization unique to battery EVs
The “RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT”, “ROV CONCEPT 2” and “GX OUTDOOR CONCEPT”, concept models based on the “Overtrail Project”, which offers a variety of outdoor lifestyle experiences coexisting with nature
“LX 600 ‘OFFROAD’ TEAM JAOS 2022 ver.”, a vehicle competing in the BAJA1000, one of the world’s most grueling off-road races
Lexus will exhibit the “RZ SPORT CONCEPT” and “LX 600 ‘OFFROAD’ TEAM JAOS 2022 ver.” at Tokyo Auto Salon 2023, to be held at Makuhari Messe, Chiba City, for three days from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 January 2023. The brand will also debut the “RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT”, “ROV CONCEPT 2” and “GX OUTDOOR CONCEPT” for the first time at the concurrently held Tokyo Outdoor Show 2023.
Tokyo Auto Salon
The two concept cars to be exhibited at the Auto Salon embody the Lexus vision to achieve a carbon neutral society and offer a range of diverse lifestyles, adhering to the corporate concept of “Diverse lifestyles to enjoy with beloved cars” and “Making ever-better motorsports-bred cars”.
RZ SPORT CONCEPT (Produced by Masahiro Sasaki)
The “RZ SPORT CONCEPT” will be on display offering the unique driving experience of a battery EV combined with the joy of customization, while still contributing to the realization of a carbon neutral society. Based on the first dedicated Lexus battery-electric model “RZ”, this model is equipped with high output 150 kw motors in the front and rear to achieve even more powerful driving performance. The vehicle has been lowered by 35 mm and features custom aero parts, larger diameter tires and full bucket seats in both the front and rear.
Under the supervision of racing driver Masahiro Sasaki, who was involved in the development of the RZ, this model offers improved driving performance and the added joy of customization. The exterior color “HAKUGIN” is based on a pure, clear white base that produces a delicate shining texture when illuminated by light, while the blue accent color evokes the clean and dynamic performance of battery EVs, accentuating the sporty image.RZ SPORT CONCEPT (Produced by Masahiro Sasaki)
LX 600 “OFFROAD” TEAM JAOS 2022 ver.
The LX 600 “OFFROAD” TEAM JAOS 2022 ver. from TEAM JAOS, operated by JAOS Co., Ltd., that participated in the 2022 BAJA1000, will also be exhibited. The BAJA1000 is one of the world’s toughest off-road races, with less than half of the competitors finishing each year―all those who do finish are said to be winners because of the grueling, non-stop race over approximately 1,000 miles (1,600 km) off-road from start-to-finish. The vehicle entered in the competition was modified according to the “Stock Full Class (unmodified production vehicle class)” regulations with a primary focus on safety enhancements. The BAJA1000 project with TEAM JAOS is still ongoing as part of a three-year project. The competition vehicle continues to evolve as it accumulates racing experience. The vehicle will be on display at the TGR booth in the East Hall during the event.LX 600 “OFFROAD” TEAM JAOS 2022 ver.
RZ SPORT CONCEPT (Produced by Masahiro Sasaki)
Base Vehicle
Lexus RZ
Specifications
Dimensions (compared to base vehicle) Overall length 4,883 (+78) mm x Overall width 1,985 (+90) mm x Overall height 1,600 (-35) mm
Torque Not measured
Output 150 kw for both front and rear
Drivetrain DIRECT4
Body color
HAKUGIN
Exterior
Custom aero parts (front and rear bumper lower / side rocker aero parts, front and hood aero openings, rear twin carbon spoiler, overfenders)
Interior
4-seat full bucket seats
Tires & Wheels
295/35R21 tires 21 inch / 11J wheels (Volk Racing GT090)
Suspension
Custom (35 mm lowered)
LX 600 “OFFROAD” TEAM JAOS 2022 ver.
Base vehicle
Lexus LX 600 (North American spec.)
Specifications
Dimensions (compared to base vehicle) Overall length 5,380 (+280) mm x Overall width 2,090 (+100) mm x Overall height 2,060 (+175) mm
Powertrain 3.5L V6 twin-turbo
Transmission Direct Shift-10AT
Exterior
JAOS Over fender TYPE-R 20MM (Made of CFRP), Under guard (Competition spec), Front tube bumper (Competition spec), Rear tube bumper (Competition spec), Mud guard III Black (Competition spec)
IPF LED Light bar 600 series
Interior
Okuyama steel roll cage
Toyota Boshoku sport seat MSH-001
ICE FUSE fuses, wires, bolts, and terminals
LOWRANCE HDS-9 LIVE
PCI (Race radio, RaceAir)
Tires & Wheels
TOYO TIRES Open Country R/T 35 x 12.5R17LT
JAOS TRIBE CROSS 17 x 8.0J + 20 (Competition spec)
Suspension
BATTLEZ coil springs Ti-W (Competition spec)
BATTLEZ VF-R shock absorbers by KYB (Competition spec)
Other
Moty’s motor oil
Project Mu brake system
Tokyo Outdoor Show
Toward achieving a carbon-neutral society and based on a desire to deliver outdoor experiences that help people understand, enjoy, and protect nature, Lexus is initiating the “OVERTRAIL PROJECT”, which offers the fun of cars and which provides various experiences. The name “OVERTRAIL*1” expresses Lexus’ desire to closely respond to a wide range of outdoor lifestyles, from casual outdoor activities such as picnics and camping in neighborhood parks that can be easily enjoyed to off-road activities such as those on mountain trails, snow-covered roads, and in deserts, as well as to full-scale overlanding involving freely traveling in difficult-to-access areas.
At the Tokyo Outdoor Show, Lexus is exhibiting its “RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT”, which is based on the new Lexus RX 450h+ that launched in November 2022 and which features exclusive equipment and gear for the more-comfortable enjoyment of outdoor lifestyles, and its “ROV CONCEPT 2”, which is equipped with ROV*2 rough-road drivability and a hydrogen engine, combining environmental friendliness and driving fun in which one can feel the pulse of a genuine engine. Both concept models are stylishly color-coordinated in the exclusive exterior color “Regolith*3“, which combines matte texture, brilliance, and toughness. Also on display is the “GX OUTDOOR CONCEPT”, which is based on the Lexus GX 460 sold in North America and the Middle East that has special equipment and gear that make possible an authentic outdoor experience even in harsh environments.
RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT
ROV CONCEPT 2
GX OUTDOOR CONCEPT
RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT
Base Vehicle
Lexus RX 450h+
Specifications
Dimensions (compared to base vehicle) Overall length 4,890 (±0) mm x Overall width 1,920 (±0) mm x Overall height 1,720 (+20) mm
Overall height with roof top in place 1,930 (+210) mm
Overall height with roof top in use 3,310 (+1,590) mm
Powertrain 2.5L inline 4-cylinder plug-in hybrid system
Drivetrain E-Four (electric 4-wheel drive system)
Body color
Regolith*3
Front
Black painted grill
Original aluminum skid plate
LED lights
Black painted bumper lower
KC light (bumper side)
Side
Black stainless steel window moldings
Black door handles
Dark brown arch molding
Rocker Black paint
Mudguard
265/60R18 All-terrain tire 18 inch / 7.5J wheel (RAYS FDXF7S)
Rear
Metallic black painted bumper lower
Roof
Custom aluminum rack
Roof top tent (FELDON SHELTER Hawk Nest)
ROV CONCEPT 2
Specifications
Dimensions Overall length 3,120 mm x Overall width 1,725 mm x Overall height 1,800 mm
Powertrain 1.0L inline 3-cylinder DOHC4 valve
Fuel Compressed hydrogen gas
Transmission Sequential paddle shift + reverse
Drivetrain Selectable 2WD & 4WD with differential lock
Body size Overall length 4,880 (±0) mm x Overall width 1,885 (±0) mm x Overall height 1,885 (±0) mm
Overall height with roof top tent (stored) 2,400 (+515) mm
Overall height with rooftop tent (in use) 3,260 (+1,375) mm
Overall width with ladder extended 3,830 (+1,950) mm
Overall height (Lift up) 1,960 (+75) mm
Powertrain 4.6L V8 DOHC engine
Drivetrain AWD
Body color
Terrain khaki mica metallic
Interior / Exterior
CBI Off road (front bumper, front skid plate, mid-skid plate, rocker protection, roof rack, etc.)
Yakima roof top tent
Rigid light bar (bumper, roof rack)
WARN Electrical winch
Old Man Emu (suspension, upper control arm)
TOYO TIRES Open Country M/T LT275/65R18
*1
OVERTRAILA term created by Lexus International combining the words “overland” and “trail,” referring to overland roads and unpaved roads in forests and fields, to create the image of a connection with nature and the opening up of new paths.
*2
ROVAbbreviation of Recreational Off-highway Vehicle. The ROV is a concept vehicle featuring excellent response and an exhilarating engine sound that stimulates the senses. By venturing into places where even off-road vehicles cannot go, it aims to offer an enjoyable driving lifestyle by interacting and coexisting with nature.
*3
RegolithRegolith was developed with inspiration from the microscopic particles that accumulate on the surface of celestial bodies. While based on earth tones that express respect for nature, the color emits a sharp radiance when illuminated by light, symbolizing the unique Lexus experience reaching far into outer space.
An industry-first platform focused on the development, design and operation of mixed-use projects and branded living communities
Accor, a world leading hospitality group, today announced the creation of Accor One Living – an industry-first platform dedicated to the integration of innovative hospitality solutions into mixed-used developments. Accor One Living will support the development and operation of branded residences – anchored by managed and franchised Accor hotels and resorts – and other unique products that add value to mixed-use projects, such as coworking offerings, extended stay hotels, private clubs and more. Creating synergy between these complementary hospitality products can significantly enhance the financial performance of a mixed-use project, while providing signature brand experiences for homeowners, guests, and community members.
Accor One Living consolidates Accor’s leadership in the branded residences category. Currently, the Group has more than 135 branded residences projects operating or in development, across 22 distinct brands. Looking ahead, Accor One Living expects to open more than 125 new branded residence communities over the next several years, including standout flagships such as The OWO Residences by Raffles in London, SO/ Uptown Dubai Residences and Raffles Residences Boston Back Bay.
“Accor is carving a new path with the creation of Accor One Living, based on the tremendous success that we’ve earned as a leader in the branded residences and mixed-use category. Our momentum is powered by Accor’s diverse portfolio of compelling brands, a commitment to the success of our partners, and more than two decades of experience, where we have led the industry in creating highly desirable branded residence communities,” said Jeff Tisdall, Chief Business Officer, Accor One Living. “Accor One Living will deliver unmatched value to our investment partners as we build extraordinary places to live, work, and play for a new generation of homeowners, guests and global explorers.”
Over the last five years, Accor has emerged as the #2 global player in the branded residences category. The sector is an important value driver for Accor, as branded residences and mixed-use developments are among the fastest growing segments in the hospitality industry.According to Savills International Development Consultancy, the branded residential sector has grown 150% over the past decade, creating more than 100,000 units across 640 projects around the world.
One of the key differentiators for Accor One Living is its delivery of end-to-end solutions for hospitality and real estate investment partners, providing comprehensive support that is truly turnkey – extending across the entire life cycle of each project. Beginning with the planning phase, Accor One Living works with its partners to ensure design, services and benefits are customized to meet the needs of targeted homebuyers. During the sales and marketing phase, the Accor team helps partners communicate the lifestyle and experiences that its brands, services and residence owner privileges will make possible. Finally, in the operating phase, Accor One Living will continue to provide essential support – making hotels more profitable for investment partners and enabling a residential experience for homeowners that would not be otherwise possible.
The Accor One Living team is comprised of uniquely talented specialists, with decades of experience in branded residences and related mixed-use products. These specialists are organized regionally to ensure the Group’s development partners have access to the expertise they need in the markets where they will execute their strategies for mixed-use developments, standalone branded residences, or other unique products such as coworking spaces, private clubs, extended stay hotels, and more.
Real estate investors and developers have long chosen to partner with Accor for the revenue boost that Accor’s powerful sales, distribution and loyalty platforms provide, and their satisfaction in knowing the Group has a brand that will comfortably match their project, their guest or homeowner profile, and their developments’ unique, local aesthetic. Accor One Living further supports its residential development partners with the benefit of a dedicated website giving prospective homeowners the opportunity to explore Accor’s entire portfolio of branded residences around the world and connect directly with the sales and marketing teams of each project. A second website supports the homeowners of branded residences and investment partners with a tool for marketing the rental of private residences and extended stay hotel properties. “Apartments and Villas” is a leading example of how Accor One Living is tailoring distribution solutions to meet the needs of private rental offerings, while enabling guests to feel at home anywhere in the world.
According to local media reports, Saudi Arabian airline Saudia has announced a new travel service which allows travelers holding a flight ticket from the airline to enter the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a maximum of 96 hours, or four days. The passengers will also be able to perform Haj and Umrah during this period.
A spokesperson for Saudia announced that when passengers book their plane tickets online, they will be prompted to indicate whether or not they require a visa. If a visa is needed, the passengers will be redirected to complete a form and some procedures, which should take no more than three minutes. This service will be available for all international airports within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Z (2.0-liter HEV 2WD) (Model with options shown)
Z (2.0-liter HEV 2WD) (Model with options shown)
2.0-liter Hybrid System
1.8-liter Hybrid System
RZ SPORT CONCEPT (Produced by Masahiro Sasaki)
RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT / ROV CONCEPT 2 / GX OUTDOOR CONCEPT
RZ SPORT CONCEPT (Produced by Masahiro Sasaki)
LX 600 “OFFROAD” TEAM JAOS 2022 ver.
RX OUTDOOR CONCEPT
ROV CONCEPT 2
GX OUTDOOR CONCEPT
