ORYX Motors explained
ORYX Motors |
Native Name: | أوريكس موتور |
Native Name Lang: | ar |
Type: | Public company |
Industry: | Car manufacturing |
Founded: | July 2017 |
Hq Location City: | Oran, Algeria |
Products: | Oryx timgad |
Net Income: | N/A |
Owner: | Djilali Mehri[1] |
Parent: | Groupe Mehri |
ORYX Motors is an Algerian vehicle manufacturer founded in July 2017.[2] The company is notable for producing the first domestically designed and manufactured Algerian car,[3] the Oryx timgad.[4] [5] The cars are assembled in Tunisia.[1]
Oryx Timgad
ORYX Motors's current focus is on pickup trucks. Their first model, the Timgad Oryx, is a two-door pickup featuring a 1.6L PSA gasoline engine. The Timgad Oryx prioritizes robustness, reliability, affordability, and fuel efficiency. It also boasts a well-finished interior and modern amenities like ABS brakes, dual airbags, air conditioning, and the option to install a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) conversion kit.[6]
ORYX Motors plans to expand their offerings in the future. Their roadmap includes the development of a double-cabin pickup truck and a dedicated off-road vehicle.
Operations and Development
Oryx Motors reportedly partnered with international engineering firms and automotive parts suppliers to develop the Timgad. Their goal was to create a vehicle suited to the Algerian market, with a focus on affordability and robustness.While the Timgad was initially announced for release in 2017, information on its current production status or availability seems limited.
Timgad Pickup Truck
The Timgad is a compact, 4x2 pickup truck manufactured by Oryx Motors, an Algerian automobile manufacturer. Introduced in 2017, it is the first and currently only model produced by the company[7]
Features
The Timgad is designed for affordability and robustness, making it suitable for the Algerian market.[8] Some of its key features include:
- 1.6L PSA Gasoline Engine: This engine provides reliable power for everyday driving.[9]
- Double Airbag: Front airbags enhance occupant safety in case of a collision.[10]
- ABS Brakes: Anti-lock brakes improve stability and control during braking.[11]
- Air Conditioning: Ensures a comfortable cabin temperature, especially in warmer climates.[12]
- Durable Design: Built to withstand the rigors of everyday use.[13]
Notes and References
- Web site: Benalia . Salim . 2 January 2019 . Retour sur le mystérieux véhicule de Djilali Mehri . 2024-04-19 . Maghreb Emergent . fr-FR.
- Web site: Oryx Motors Algérie Constructeur Automobile . 2024-04-19 . Oryx Motors . fr.
- Web site: 20 December 2018 . Timgad Oryx : l'Algérie a son pick-up . 2024-04-19 . Autonews . fr.
- Web site: الالكتروني . البيان . 13 December 2018 . بالفيديو.. الجزائر تطلق أول سيارة محلية الصنع 100% . 2024-04-19 . www.albayan.ae . ar.
- Web site: "أوريكس تيمقاد أول سيارة "جزائرية تع الصح" 100% – آخر الأخبار : البلاد . 2024-04-19 . www.elbilad.net . ar.
- Web site: 4 April 2023 . Oryx timgad : Le premier pick-up 100% algérien de la marque en vidéo . 2024-04-26 . Algerie-dz.com . fr.
- Web site: rédaction . La . 16 December 2018 . Oryx Timgad : Premier véhicule de conception algérienne . 2024-05-22 . Auto utilitaire . fr-FR.
- News: 2 September 2019 . ORYX Timgad . 2024-05-22 . COCKPIT . fr.
- Web site: Hichem . 11 December 2018 . Oryx Motors présente le pick-up Timgad . 2024-05-22 . www.algerie360.com . fr.
- Web site: autonews-dz . Ahmed . 30 July 2019 . Industrie automobile : quel avenir pour le projet algérien Oryx Motors? . 2024-05-22 . autonews-dz.com . fr-FR.
- Web site: AE . Rédaction . 15 December 2018 . Vidéo : Découvrez le "Timgad Oryx", la première voiture de fabrication algérienne . 2024-05-22 . Algerie Eco . fr-FR.
- Web site: 4 April 2023 . Oryx timgad : Le premier pick-up 100% algérien de la marque en vidéo . 2024-05-22 . Algerie-dz.com . fr.
- Web site: Timgad Oryx : présentation du premier Pick-up 100% algérien – Men Life – l'homme au quotidien . 2024-05-22 . life.mensup.fr. 20 December 2018 .