GCC – 24 February 2026 – In most parts of the world, midnight means empty roads. In the GCC during Ramadan, it often means movement.

Across the region, the holy month subtly transforms driving culture. Afternoon streets grow quieter, while evenings and late nights bring a surge of activity - families heading to Iftar gatherings, friends travelling across cities for Suhoor, and weekends stretching into longer drives between emirates and provinces. Desert majlis glow beyond the skyline, extending mobility well past city limits.

As schedules shift, so do demands on the road. Urban trips increase after sunset. Intercity travel becomes more frequent. Vehicles carry fuller loads, often three generations travelling together, moving seamlessly from city streets to highways and, in many cases, onto sand.

In the Gulf, mobility during Ramadan is not singular. It is layered. And each journey demands something different.

The City Connector

After sunset, city streets fill quickly as families head to Iftar gatherings and friends travel between homes for Suhoor. Parking is tighter. Traffic is denser. Journeys are shorter, but more frequent.

Compact and mid-size SUVs such as the GMC Terrain and GMC Acadia naturally fit this urban rhythm — combining elevated visibility, advanced safety technologies and adaptable interior space suited to busy Ramadan evenings.

The Multi-Generational Highway Journey

Ramadan weekends often mean longer drives between cities, with extended families travelling together. Comfort becomes essential. Space becomes responsibility. Stability matters over distance.

At the center of these journeys is the GMC Yukon — a full-size SUV engineered for long-distance Gulf travel, offering expansive seating configurations, refined cabin comfort and advanced driver-assist systems aligned with the demands of multi-generational mobility.

The Desert Majlis

For many in the Gulf, Ramadan gatherings extend beyond the city. Desert Suhoor camps remain a cultural constant, bringing vehicles onto sand and uneven terrain.

Pickup trucks such as the GMC Canyon and GMC Sierra are built for the terrain that defines much of the region’s social culture, with enhanced ground clearance, off-road suspension and traction systems.

The Evolving Night Drive

Even as cities grow quieter in the early hours, mobility continues - sometimes in new forms. The fully electric GMC Hummer EV reflects the evolving side of Ramadan movement, pairing near-silent electric performance with the bold strength and off-road credibility that define the brand.

“Ramadan highlights how distinctive mobility is in the GCC,” said Furrukh Jawaid, Chief Marketing Officer, General Motors Africa & Middle East. “Drivers here transition between city streets, highways and desert terrain within the same week - sometimes the same day. That diversity of use has long shaped how we engineer our vehicles for this region.”

With decades of presence across the Middle East, GMC’s lineup has evolved around Gulf realities - sustained high temperatures, long distances, varied terrain and the importance of family travel.

Because in the GCC, Ramadan is not just a month of reflection. It is also a month of movement, across cities, highways and desert landscapes. And in a region where mobility carries meaning, versatility is essential.

Ramadan Offers Across GMC Dealerships

In recognition of the season, GMC dealerships across the GCC are offering exclusive Ramadan promotions across the lineup, including tailored financing solutions and ownership benefits throughout the holy month.

Customers are invited to visit their nearest GMC showroom to explore the lineup and discover available Ramadan offers.

For more information, visit www.gmcarabia.com to explore offers and book your test drive.

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About GMC

With a strong foundation of manufacturing trucks since 1902 and now selling in a dozen countries across the world, GMC offers purpose-built vehicles designed and engineered to the highest standard.

From the all-new Yukon, GMC’s flagship full-size SUV, to the compact Terrain SUV, versatile Acadia crossover, rugged Sierra, innovative Hummer EV, and capable Canyon, GMC’s lineup delivers the brand’s signature combination of intuitive technologies and premium execution. The popular Denali sub-brand represents the pinnacle of GMC design, performance and amenities, while the AT4 trim offers a unique blend of distinctive style, advanced technology, and off-road capabilities. The introduction of the first-ever AT4 Ultimate trim further elevates this blend by merging the refined luxury of the Denali with the adventurous spirit of AT4.

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