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Abu Dhabi stages world’s largest autonomous race as AI rivals go head-to-head

A2RL hits full fan capacity ahead of world’s biggest autonomous race

The A2RL Grand Final will be broadcast worldwide on Sunday, 16 November at 3pm GST via Abu Dhabi Media Network, StarzPlay, Motorsport TV and the official A2RL YouTube channel

Abu Dhabi signs 29 commercial agreements to accelerate autonomous mobility deployment

Abu Dhabi signs 29 commercial agreements to accelerate autonomous mobility deployment

The 29 agreements span a range of strategic sectors including e-commerce, food and goods delivery

Silicon Valley’s Tensor brings its autonomous Robocar to Abu Dhabi

Silicon Valley’s Tensor brings its autonomous Robocar to Abu Dhabi

The Tensor Robocar is the world’s first fully autonomous Level 4 vehicle designed for private ownership at scale

Hala expands into Fujairah, advancing UAE’s smart mobility network

Hala expands into Fujairah, advancing UAE’s smart mobility network

The announcement follows a successful pilot phase during which Fujairah and Dibba’s taxi fleets were integrated into the Careem app

JETOUR's Ke Chuandeng on the global G700 Launch, the brand’s popularity in the UAE 

JETOUR’s Ke Chuandeng on the global G700 Launch, the brand’s popularity in the UAE 

The president of JETOUR International, discusses the brand’s historic UAE sales, upcoming G700 debut, and strategy to redefine premium off-road mobility in the region 

DP World’s NIP to host Dhs55m Cars24 auto hub Image courtesy DP World Image for illustrative purposes

DP World’s NIP to host Dhs55m Cars24 auto hub

The 220,000 sqft centre, due to begin construction in November and open by August 2026, will create more than 200 jobs in its first phase and process over 100,000 vehicles annually

Lucid and NVIDIA partner to deliver Level 4 autonomous vehicles

Lucid plans to implement a unified AI factory powered by NVIDIA Omniverse and NVIDIA AI Enterprise

From BYD to Polestar: Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility's MD offers key insights

From BYD to Polestar: Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility’s MD offers key insights

Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility’s Lucas Bellieud on what gives EV brands such as BYD and Polestar a winning edge in the sustainable mobility landscape

Tesla recalls over 63,000 Cybertrucks over lighting defect, issues software fix

Tesla recalls over 63,000 Cybertrucks over lighting defect, issues software fix

The automaker said it identified the problem during an internal review earlier this month after photometric tests confirmed the excessive brightness

MD Jacques Brent on how Al-Futtaim Toyota, Lexus support UAE’s net-zero journey

MD Jacques Brent on how Al-Futtaim Toyota, Lexus support UAE’s net-zero journey

Jacques Brent, MD of Al-Futtaim Toyota and Lexus UAE, discusses how hybrid systems, digital innovation, and sustainability are reshaping mobility in the emirates

Zofeur 2.0 debuts with expanded services and Sharjah launch

Zofeur 2.0 debuts with expanded services and Sharjah launch

Driven by strong demand for mobility services across the UAE, Zofeur has achieved triple-digit year-over-year growth since launch

Dubai car rental sector registers 23.7 per cent growth Pic: RTA

Mubadala exits Turkish car rental unit Getir Arac in sale to Tiktak

The move follows a tussle for control of the Turkish firm between Mubadala and Getir’s founders linked to competing restructuring plans

Dubai Police luxury patrol fleet: New AI-powered Mercedes cars hit the streets

The newly inducted vehicles include the Mercedes SL 55 AMG, Mercedes GT 63 AMG, and the Mercedes EQS 580, a fully electric model

ADNOC Distribution, Taqa partner to offer EV charging points across UAE

Why EV insurance premiums in the UAE remain higher than petrol cars

For the UAE, the lesson is clear: investing in certified repair infrastructure, introducing consistent standards, and improving data transparency will accelerate cost normalisation

Tensor

Tensor to unveil world’s first personal Level 4 Robocar in Dubai

Tensor has partnered with Nvidia (onboard supercomputer delivering 8,000 TOPS), Sony (17-MP automotive cameras), VinFast (manufacturing), leading semiconductor firms, and Oracle (cloud)

PIF-backed ROSHN partners with EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia Image courtesy Getty Images

Foxconn’s FIT to build Saudi EV charger factory by 2026

FIT expanded into EV connectivity and charging through its acquisitions of Germany’s Prettl SWH group

Aldar to build UAE’s first Tesla Experience Centre on Yas Island

Aldar to build UAE’s first Tesla Experience Centre on Yas Island

Strategically located along the E12 with excellent connections to Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the new Tesla centre will be completed by 2027

NIO unveils first UAE hub to drive smart EV growth

NIO unveils first UAE hub to drive smart EV growth

The 772-square-metre facility features a 433-square-metre showroom and a 339-square-metre delivery centre

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Al Ghurair Mobility to introduce Dongfeng brands in Saudi

The move marks a major step in Al Ghurair Mobility’s regional expansion, bringing advanced new energy and hybrid vehicles t

Parkin reports strong Q3 growth with 25% revenue increase

Parkin secures triple ISO certification in first year as listed entity

On 19 August 2025, Parkin achieved certification for its Integrated Management System

Arabian Automobiles' Hussam Baghdadi on driving customer-centric innovation

Arabian Automobiles’ Hussam Baghdadi on driving customer-centric innovation

Baghdadi shares how Arabian Automobiles Company is redefining customer experience and staying ahead of evolving consumer expectations

Dubai’s AI robot patrols the metro: Here’s how it’s saving thousands of man hours

The RTA also reports that ARIIS has helped optimise maintenance resource allocation by 40 per cent, thanks to the system’s real-time data analytics

Car wash, refuel: Dubai's new parking perk comes to your spot

Car wash, refuel: Dubai’s new parking perk comes to your spot

This partnership transforms idle parking time into an opportunity for customers to refuel or refresh their vehicles, without any hassle

Dubai drivers alert: Here’s how to deduct 4 black points easily

Dubai drivers alert: Here’s how to deduct 4 black points easily

The campaign aims to promote safe driving habits and reduce road accidents on one of the busiest days on UAE roads

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Škoda Auto posts double-digit growth in H1 2025, expands Middle East footprint

In June, the brand also opened two new showrooms in the UAE

Car insurance hike in Oman: Authority issues clarification

Car insurance hike in Oman: Authority issues clarification

Consumers are urged to report any irregularities or lodge complaints regarding vehicle insurance pricing directly through the FSA’s official channels

PIF-backed ROSHN partners with EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia Image courtesy Getty Images

Dubai surpasses 1,270 EV charging points as DEWA expands green mobility infrastructure

DEWA’s EV Green Charger network includes a mix of ultra-fast, fast, public, and wall-box chargers

Dubai to Fujairah: Sheikh Mohammed rides Etihad Rail ahead of 2026 launch

Dubai to Fujairah: Sheikh Mohammed rides Etihad Rail ahead of 2026 launch

The symbolic journey marks a pivotal phase in the development of the country’s integrated rail system

WeRide Uber vehicle in Abu Dhabi Image- Supplied

Here’s why WeRide, Uber expect Abu Dhabi’s ride volume to double

The companies are also conducting fully driverless testing in Abu Dhabi, with public access expected in the coming months

WeRide acquires autonomous driving permit in Saudi Arabia

WeRide’s Robotaxi secures autonomous driving permit in Saudi Arabia

With this permit, WeRide is authorised to operate an autonomous vehicle (AV) business and deploy Robotaxis nationwide in Saudi Arabia