
Legend Motors, a subsidiary of Legend Holding Group, has announced its partnership with 212 Off-Road Vehicle Co Ltd to debut China's one of the most storied off-road vehicle brands in the UAE. This strategic partnership aims to mark a major global expansion of 212 Off-Road Vehicle Co Ltd, bringing its heritage-rich, adventure-focused vehicles to the roads of Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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The company was founded on over 60 years of off-road expertise, and it brings vehicles to the market that blend timeless design language and uncompromising durability. Its 212 T01 embodies the same philosophy and offers a unique mix of adventure spirit with classic boxy silhouette and advanced engineering.
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Following one arch, two circles, three horizontal bars, four vertical pillars, the design philosophy of 212, the T01 gets distinctive styling and a capable 2.0-liter turbocharged engine with an 8-speed automated transmission, backed by front and rear rigid axles and a Four Wheel Drive system. With these specifications, 212 T01 seems to be a promising option in its segment to navigate the challenging UAE off-roading terrains.
Inside the T01 is premium leather upholstery with practical mechanical controls, ample storage, and rugged utility for refined comfort. The 212 offers several pre-installed modification points to enable owners to further personalize their vehicles based on their off-road adventure. For safety and durability, it gets a high-density steel cage structure and an advanced active safety suite that has already proved its capability through over one million kilometers of real-world testing across 366 extreme conditions.
T01 is based on the WY platform, which has been exclusively developed for hardcore off-road performance, with future models to support diesel and hybrid variants. The company also has a WB platform to underpin larger SUV models in its product lineup.
With the help of Legend Motors' partnership, which will serve as the official distributor of 212 vehicles, the 212 Off-Road Vehicle Co., Ltd will gain access to the UAE market and an extended opportunity to grow its brand in other Middle East countries.

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