Dominic Shales, Author at EVLife

Polestar 3 completes hot weather testing

The Polestar 3 electric SUV has completed hot weather testing in the deserts of UAE and is due to enter production in early 2024.

An “inevitable” phasing down of fossil fuels is coming

A phase-down of fossil fuels is “inevitable”, says the head of COP28 Dr Al Jaber. Discover why the energy transition is crucial and how it can be accelerated.

Should new drivers learn in EVs?

Learner drivers will need to learn in EVs in future. Why not start now? Getting to grips with the greater acceleration would improve road safety. And they don’t pollute!

What’s the impact of clean air on public health?

EVs can help reduce air pollution, a global killer. A new study says a full transition could result in 89,300 fewer premature deaths in the US alone by 2050.

The ‘hypercar’ that will set you back AED 17 million

Pininfarina’s electric B95 will cost you a cool AED 17 million. Despite blistering acceleration and 300km/h speed, there’s no windscreen or roof.

Polestar adds a raft of in-car tech

Innovative Swedish EV brand Polestar has integrated Prime Video streaming into the Polestar 2 and announced a specially-developed mobile phone for the Polestar 4.

UAE among the cheapest countries to charge an electric car

A new report has found that the UAE is the 4th cheapest country in the world to charge an electric vehicle, beating countries such as China, USA and the UK.

EVs will be cheaper than traditional cars within three years

The lifetime cost of an EV is likely to be lower than traditional fossil fuel cars very soon, according to new research from the University of Exeter.

The UAE’s National Electric Vehicles Policy unveiled

The UAE’s National Electric Vehicles Policy has set a target of 50% of cars to be EVs by 2050, to help reduce CO2 emissions.

BYD becomes top 10 car company, overtaking Mercedes-Benz and BMW

BYD has entered the global top 10 car makers for the first time with more sales than manufacturers like BMW or Mercedes-Benz.

First electric flying cars taking to the skies

The dream of electric flying cars is becoming a reality. Various cars will come to market soon and cities like Dubai are eyeing widespread use.

The rise of the two-wheel EV

Two-wheel electric vehicles are growing in popularity, attractive new users and investors. They are arriving in UAE, but are already very widespread in India.

UAE to triple supply of renewable energy

Major commitment to renewable energy supply unveiled by UAE. $54bn pledged over 7 years by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

5 million cars and counting for BYD

BYD’s 5 millionth new energy vehicle is rolling off the production line. It is the world’s biggest NEV producer.

The road to COP28

The COP28 summit starts in less than five months. UAE businesses are being encouraged to step up their climate efforts.

EV transition ahead of schedule in pioneering countries

The EV transition is powering ahead, led by pioneers such as California, Norway and China.

The roads that charge your EV while you drive

Roads that charge electric vehicles while they drive are just around the corner. Many countries are already starting to lay down the technology.

Major Abu Dhabi investment in NIO

Abu Dhabi investment fund, CYVN Holdings, has made a $1 billion investment in Chinese electric vehicle maker NIO. There is a growing economic relationship between UAE and China.

First fully-electric lorries for Dubai

The first heavy-duty, all-electric lorry will be driving across the UAE soon. The Volvo FH is distributed by FAMCO, part of Al-Futtaim Group.

BYD ATTO 3 is a popular choice in UAE

The BYD ATTO 3 is one of the most popular EVs in the UAE, with strong demand even before its official launch.