Leyland’s EV Arm Switch Mobility Relocates UK Manufacturing to the UAE for Greater Efficiency and Market Access
According to The Times of India — Switch Mobility, the electric vehicle subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, is restructuring its global operations with a significant strategic shift: closing its UK plant and relocating production to its facility in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), United Arab Emirates. The move is aimed at strengthening cost efficiency, improving market access, and accelerating the company’s position in the fast-growing international electric bus segment.
Chinese EVs Gain Ground in the UAE as Consumer Demand Shifts Toward Technology and Value
According to Utilities Middle East — Chinese electric and hybrid vehicles are rapidly reshaping the UAE’s automotive landscape, challenging long-established Japanese and Western manufacturers and signalling a major shift in buyer preferences across the region.
Abu Dhabi Becomes First City in the Region to Launch Commercial Driverless Vehicles
According to Gulf News – Abu Dhabi has taken a decisive step into the future of mobility, becoming the first city in the Middle East and North Africa to commercially deploy fully autonomous vehicles. The announcement was made by the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, during DRIFTx 2025 at the inaugural Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week. The milestone marks a regional breakthrough in autonomous mobility and reinforces the Emirate’s position as a global leader in transport innovation.
Saudi Arabia Advances Carbon Market and Green Hydrogen Plans to Align with National Economy
Saudi Arabia is taking a phased and strategic approach to establishing its carbon market, aligning its framework with the kingdom’s economic and energy priorities.
UAE, GCC Now Among the World’s Fastest-Growing Electric Vehicle Markets
EV adoption in the Gulf doubles in one year — from 2% to 4% of all vehicles
Flying Cars Take Flight in Dubai: Xpeng’s eVTOL Ushers in a New Era of Mobility
Dubai has once again captured global attention — this time not for record-breaking skyscrapers or self-driving taxis, but for something even more futuristic: a flying car that has just completed its first public flight.
Dubai Surpasses 1,270 EV Chargers as Green Mobility Accelerates
Dubai has reached a major electric vehicle (EV) charging milestone, with its public network now exceeding 1,270 EV chargers, according to EV Infrastructure News. The achievement was announced by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Managing Director and CEO of the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), who credited strong public–private partnerships for driving this rapid expansion.
ADNOC’s Kinetic Battery Pilot Boosts UAE Net Zero Goals
Masdar City, Abu Dhabi — ADNOC has partnered with U.S. firm Revterra to launch the UAE’s first kinetic battery pilot at the E2GO EV charging hub. The project supports Net Zero 2050 and could transform how electric vehicles are powered across the nation.
Dubai’s First Joby Air Taxi Flight Ahead of 2026 Launch
In a groundbreaking moment for transportation in the Middle East, Dubai completed the region’s first Joby air taxi test flight, setting the stage for a 2026 commercial launch. The trial happened through a strategic partnership between Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and California-based Joby Aviation.
Driving the Future: DEWA’s Green Charger Growth Powers UAE’s EV Vision
Dubai continues to accelerate toward a cleaner, smarter mobility future. The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has reported a 23.6% increase in electric vehicle (EV) charging usage by the end of Q1 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. This sharp uptick in EV activity reflects not only a rising demand for sustainable transportation but also the effectiveness of DEWA’s long-term investment in EV infrastructure.