FREELANDER 8 plug-in hybrid makes its international debut in Abu Dhabi
The FREELANDER 8 plug-in hybrid debuts in Abu Dhabi with a 34.12 kWh battery, 110 km electric range and 460 kW. The UAE is its first international market.
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UAE leads the Gulf on EV readiness in new global index
The UAE ranks 22nd of 31 markets for EV readiness in Arthur D. Little’s 2026 GEMRIX index, the best in the Gulf but far behind China and Norway.
Bentley unveils the Torcal, its first fully electric car
Bentley has revealed the Torcal, its first fully electric car, with a WLTP range of up to 600km and charging at up to 400kW.
Polestar confirms Formula 2030 concept car
The Polestar Formula 2030 concept previews the next Polestar 2 in 2027 and the Polestar 7 compact SUV in 2028, with a public debut due later this year.
Rox Motors starts building electric cars in Abu Dhabi
Chinese carmaker Rox Motors has started building EVs in Abu Dhabi at Kezad, with its first UAE-designed car due to be unveiled in March 2027.
Ford adds a hybrid Territory to the UAE line-up
The Ford Territory Hybrid arrives in the UAE from AED 129,000, pairing a 1.5-litre engine with a 1.83 kWh battery for a claimed 23.2 km/l.
Zeekr reopens its redesigned Dubai flagship ahead of 9X deliveries
The Zeekr Dubai flagship on Sheikh Zayed Road has reopened after a redesign, with the 9X SUV on show ahead of deliveries due within two months.
Omoda O5 HEV hybrid SUV arrives in the UAE with a claimed 1,000km range
The Omoda O5 HEV self-charging hybrid SUV is on sale in the UAE through Galadari Motors, with a claimed 1,000km WLTC range and 165kW combined output.
Li Auto brings the L9, L8 and L6 to the Gulf
Li Auto Gulf launch brings the L9 Livis, L8 and L6 family SUVs to UAE buyers, with extended-range EREV technology built for long journeys.
GAC GS7 plug-in hybrid arrives in the UAE with 501hp
The GAC GS7 plug-in hybrid has launched in the UAE from AED 159,900, with 501hp and a claimed combined range of 1,020km, via Gargash Motors.
BMW 7 Series arrives in Dubai with Neue Klasse technology
BMW Group Middle East has unveiled the updated 7 Series in Dubai with Neue Klasse technology. No UAE price or on-sale date has been announced yet.
Range Rover reveals its first electric SUV with up to 600 km of range
The Range Rover Electric arrives with up to 600 km of WLTP range, 542 hp and 350 kW charging. Pricing and availability is to be confirmed.
BYD’s record UAE shipment bypassed Hormuz
A record BYD UAE shipment of 6,068 vehicles reached Khorfakkan on a new direct route from Shenzhen, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz entirely.
XPeng X9 electric MPV lands in the UAE from AED 297,000
The XPeng X9 UAE launch puts the seven-seat electric MPV on sale from AED 297,000, with 615km claimed range and 12-minute ultra-fast charging.
Uber and Baidu launch driverless Apollo Go robotaxis in Dubai
Uber and Baidu have launched fully driverless Apollo Go robotaxis in Dubai, with riders in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah able to hail one through the Uber app.
Omoda 4 brings AI cockpit to UAE drivers
Explore the Omoda 4 cockpit AI, designed for connected drivers with autonomous parking and advanced technology features.
Bentley Torcal, the brand’s first electric SUV, arrives in September
The Bentley Torcal is the brand’s first electric SUV with more than 480km of range and familiar Bentley craftsmanship.
iCAUR 03T range-extended SUV reaches the UAE
The iCAUR 03T UAE launch brings Chery’s range-extended electric SUV to market from AED 127,999, with 315kW, AWD and 801km of combined range.
Freelander 8 enters mass production ahead of UAE launch in September
The Freelander 8 has entered mass production in China ahead of its September 2026 debut in Abu Dhabi, the brand’s first overseas market.
XPENG P7+ goes on sale in UAE
The XPENG P7+ UAE launch brings an 800V platform, 12-minute fast charging and a 573-litre boot, with prices starting from AED164,000.
