Dominic Shales, Author at EVLife

Global EV sales are still growing, fast

Global EV and hybrid sales are increasing rapidly. The IEA says 17m vehicles will be sold this year, 20% more than in 2023.

Al-Futtaim Auto Centers Takes A Lead in EV Servicing in the UAE

Al-Futtaim Auto Centers becomes UAE's 1st multi-brand EV service network. Trained technicians offer maintenance & repair for electric & hybrid vehicles.

How to balance environmental and economic outcomes?

Nadia Rouchdy, Head of Climate Program at Emirates Nature-WWF, explores how nature-based solutions are proving to be a game-changer.

Major FAMCO partnership deal announced

Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery (FAMCO) KSA has signed a strategic partnership with Ashok Leyland, the fourth largest bus manufacturer worldwide.

BYD offers 500 free home chargers

BYD, the leading electric vehicle maker, is offering a free home charging kit to the first 500 people who complete their purchase of a new BYD car.

Al-Futtaim Lexus launches UX 300h in the UAE

The 2024 Lexus UX 300h has launched in the UAE. A luxury hybrid crossover with advanced tech, dynamic performance, and great design.

Volvo: “Pioneers in protecting people and the planet”

Volvo Cars is pioneering sustainability and safety. Hear their plans to go fully electric by 2030 in the latest Let’s Talk Mobility podcast.

Electric cars are 40% greener

German study finds EVs are 40% greener than gasoline cars, rising to 55% by 2030, factoring in entire lifecycle emissions.

River Indie is the “SUV of e-scooters”

The latest episode of Let’s Talk Mobility interviews Aravind Mani, the CEO of electric scooter start-up River about ‘micro-mobility’.

UAE EV charger roll-out continues

The EV charging infrastructure in the UAE is developing rapidly. Many operators are installing chargers, resulting in an annual growth rate of 30% from 2022 to 2028.

New Dubai Environment & Climate Change Authority established

The new Dubai Environment and Climate Change Authority (DECCA) will drive the implementation of Dubai’s ambitious green plans.

Polestar is focusing on a sustainable future

Frederika Klaren, Head of Sustainability at Polestar, talks about the company’s mission to become net zero in the third episode of Let’s Talk Mobility.

Heavy duty decarbonization from Volvo Group

Let’s Talk Mobility episode 2 is a fascinating conversation with Volvo Group’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Karin Svensson.

Fuel prices have gone up

Fuel prices in the UAE rose from 1 March 2024. Is it time to consider switching to an EV? UAE is one of the cheapest places to charge.

New BYD electric and hybrid models available now

BYD and Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company launch three new BYD models in UAE: BYD SEAL, BYD SONG PLUS, BYD QIN PLUS.

New podcast series features global mobility leaders

A new podcast series from Al-Futtaim Automotive, Let’s Talk Mobility, interviews global leaders about the sustainability transitions of their companies.

Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) is committed to EV projects

Saudi's PIF backs the EV transition with investments in Lucid Motors, Ceer, and Hyundai, aiming for economic diversification and Vision 2030 alignment.

Polestar 3 launches in UAE

The Polestar 3 is available to pre-order in the UAE. This luxury 5-seat SUV is a stylish, greener alternative to gas guzzlers.

EV charging sessions surge in 2023

EV charging sessions in the UAE rose by 59% and topped 1 million in 2023, according to new statistics from Dewa.

EV incentives in the UAE

UAE is targeting 50% EVs by 2050 but government incentives are lacking. This may change, but searching out ‘green’ financing deals is a way to reduce costs.