ORYX Motors
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Native name | أوريكس موتور |
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Company type | Public company |
Industry | Car manufacturing |
Founded | July 2017 |
Headquarters | |
Products | Oryx timgad |
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Owner | Djilali Mehri[1] |
Parent | Groupe Mehri |
Website | oryx-motors |
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
[edit]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
[edit]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
[edit]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
[edit]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]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Benalia, Salim (2 January 2019). "Retour sur le mystérieux véhicule de Djilali Mehri". Maghreb Emergent (in French). Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ "Oryx Motors | Algérie | Constructeur Automobile". Oryx Motors (in French). Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ "Timgad Oryx : l'Algérie a son pick-up". Autonews (in French). 20 December 2018. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ الالكتروني, البيان (13 December 2018). "بالفيديو.. الجزائر تطلق أول سيارة محلية الصنع 100%". www.albayan.ae (in Arabic). Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ ""أوريكس تيمقاد أول سيارة "جزائرية تع الصح" 100% – آخر الأخبار : البلاد". www.elbilad.net (in Arabic). Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ "Oryx timgad : Le premier pick-up 100% algérien de la marque en vidéo". Algerie-dz.com (in French). 4 April 2023. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ rédaction, La (16 December 2018). "Oryx Timgad : Premier véhicule de conception algérienne". Auto utilitaire (in French). Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ "ORYX Timgad". COCKPIT (in French). 2 September 2019. Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ Hichem (11 December 2018). "Oryx Motors présente le pick-up Timgad". www.algerie360.com (in French). Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ autonews-dz, Ahmed (30 July 2019). "Industrie automobile : quel avenir pour le projet algérien Oryx Motors?". autonews-dz.com (in French). Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ AE, Rédaction (15 December 2018). "Vidéo : Découvrez le "Timgad Oryx", la première voiture de fabrication algérienne". Algerie Eco (in French). Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ "Oryx timgad : Le premier pick-up 100% algérien de la marque en vidéo". Algerie-dz.com (in French). 4 April 2023. Retrieved 22 May 2024.
- ^ "Timgad Oryx : présentation du premier Pick-up 100% algérien – Men Life – l'homme au quotidien". life.mensup.fr. 20 December 2018. Retrieved 22 May 2024.