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ENOC, Drive Terra to launch UAE’s largest battery swapping network

With the support of ENOC, Drive Terra aims to make e-bike adoption in the UAE more accessible and efficient, helping the country to meet its ambitious environmental goals

Parkin, AWQAF Dubai to build new parking facility in Al Sabkha District

Parkin, AWQAF Dubai to build new parking facility in Al Sabkha District

The construction of the parking facility is expected to commence in the second half of 2025, subject to planning approval

How Careem Rides’ mobility solutions are empowering communities

How Careem Rides’ mobility solutions are empowering communities

Ashish Labroo, the CEO of Careem Rides, says the platform is revolutionising the ride-hailing experience by partnering with local businesses and regulators

Shift to electric vehicles will have far-reaching impact, IMF says

Shift to EVs will have far-reaching impact, IMF says

The move toward EVs has accelerated in recent years and is seen as a key way to help countries achieve climate goals

GB Business Breakfast shines spotlight on GCC’s automotive, mobility sectors

Gulf Business hosted its second Business Breakfast event on the future of automotive and mobility in the Middle East, highlighting digital shifts, sustainability, and evolving consumer preferences

Islam Abdul Karim on how Yango is powering business growth

How Yango’s smart mobility solutions are powering business growth

Islam Abdul Karim, Regional Head of Yango Middle East, says the ride-hailing firm streamlines corporate transportation, boosting employee productivity, and enhancing travel experiences

Are autonomous vehicles the key to sustainable mobility in the region's EV revolution?

Are autonomous vehicles the key to sustainable mobility in the region’s EV revolution?

The UAE and Saudi Arabia are rising stars from the Middle East in embracing driverless transportation to achieve sustainable mobility

How EVIQ is unlocking the future of EV charging

EVIQ’s Mohammad Gazzaz on unlocking the future of EV charging

The CEO says the firm is collaborating with partners in the ecosystem to provide drivers with a seamless transition from internal combustion engine

Join our Gulf Business tech, automotive panel on October 30

Join our tech and automotive panel on October 30

From electric vehicles to connected cars, the upcoming panel event offers an exciting opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders and engage in exciting discussions

Bolt enters UAE market with Dubai Taxi tie-up

Bolt enters UAE market with Dubai Taxi tie-up

The partnership follows Bolt’s successful expansion in Saudi Arabia and Egypt

How Irfan Tansel is fuelling Al Masaood’s innovative spirit

Driving the future: Irfan Tansel on why innovation can’t slow down

The CEO believes the future of the automotive industry depends on its ability to deliver cutting-edge mobility solutions through innovation, diversification, and technological adaptation

HANGZHOU, CHINA - NOVEMBER 23, 2023 - Visitors look at WeRide's driverless minibus at the 2nd Global Digital Trade Fair 2023 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China, Nov 23, 2023. (Photo credit should read CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images)

Robotaxis to hit Abu Dhabi streets this year, courtesy of Uber, WeRide

From later this year, the ride-hailing firm’s users in Abu Dhabi will be able to book a ride in a robotaxi

Abu Dhabi, Dubai launch unified parking permit system

Abu Dhabi, Dubai launch unified parking permit system

The electronic platform establishes a centralised database for parking permits issued to people of determination in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Dubai’s RTA introduces new ‘Stadium’ bus station

RTA inaugurates new ‘Stadium’ bus station, improves bus routes

The bus station is designed to shorten travel times and provide seamless connections to other mass transit options

Uber’s new ‘green’ feature helps riders track emissions

The Emission Savings feature not only allows users to see their environmental impact but also provides insights into how their choices contribute to a greener future

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Dubai’s RTA invests Dhs350m to upgrade nol system

The upgrading of the nol system is one of the key deliverables of RTA’s Digital Strategy Roadmap 2023-2030 launched last December

RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

Dubai’s RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

The digital strategy implementation will be carried out over four phases spanning seven years

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Blacklane Middle East expands all-electric fleet tenfold

The luxury chauffeur hailing service launched services in the UAE in March 2023

RTA makes modifications to routes and schedules

Dubai’s RTA makes changes to bus routes and schedules

The changes are aimed at expanding and integrating the public bus network with other public transport modes such as the metro and marine transport

A new era in mobility: Adopting advanced technologies and customer centricity

Advanced technologies have led to a paradigm shift in the automotive sector

The new Land Rover Defender 130 surfs the dunes

The beast can go from zero to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds, and that’s just one of the things we love about it

Al-Futtaim Automotive’s Katib Belkhodja on customer-centric approach

Exclusive: Katib Belkhodja on Al-Futtaim Automotive’s customer-first strategy

Al-Futtaim Automotive’s director of customer centricity tells us how the group plans to leverage digital ecosystems to create hyper-personalised customer experiences

Uber Green fares dropped in Dubai Image credit Uber

Uber Green fares reduced in Dubai

Each Uber Green trip emits at least 25 per cent less carbon emissions than the average ride

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Dubai’s plan to increase EV charging stations gains momentum

With the emirate’s focus on green mobility, DEWA aims to grow the city’s network of public EV charging stations by 170 per cent in less than three years.

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Go electric: Dubai’s RTA unveils new initiative for e-scooter stations

The stations are designed to provide a range of flexible transportation options, including bikes, mountain bikes and e-scooters

Uber and Saudi railway deal

Saudi railways integrates Uber’s reserve product on rail platform

The service allows passengers to pre-book up to four reserve rides to and from seven train stations across six cities

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RTA signs three agreements to drive sustainable mobility in public buses

RTA inked the agreements as part of ongoing search for innovative transport solutions through enhanced collaboration with the private sector

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Hyundai Motor, LG plan $4.3bn EV battery plant in US

Construction of the EV battery facility will start in the second half of 2023 and production will begin as early as the end of 2025

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Etihad Rail, Uber sign MoU to jointly bolster integrated mobility services

The companies will look at integrating e-hailing services and explore the possibility of creating an Uber dedicated pickup and drop-off area for passengers within stations

Careem partners RTA in Dubai

Careem, RTA partner to launch ‘School Rides’ in Dubai

The company said its customers can select the ‘School Rides’ car type on its multiservice app to book affordable school rides for their children