Dubai’s e-hailing taxi service Hala has launched its new Hala EV initiative, introducing four electric vehicle models to its fleet.
The company has added BYD, Skywell, GAC Emkoo and Tesla vehicles, bringing its total number of electric taxis to nearly 500.
The move supports Dubai’s plan for all taxis to be hybrid or hydrogen-powered by 2027. Currently, 90 per cent of Hala’s 13,000-strong fleet already consists of hybrid vehicles.
Sustainable e-hailing in Dubai
“The launch of the Hala EV initiative reinforces our role as a key player in Dubai’s sustainability vision while continuing to provide a seamless and reliable transport solution for our customers. Every ride in a Hala EV is a step towards a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable city,” Khaled Nuseibeh, Chief Executive Officer at Hala said.
“Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond simply adding electric vehicles to our fleet—we see Hala EV as a catalyst for a more environmentally conscious e-hail industry, and we intend to scale this initiative as part of our long-term commitment to sustainability,” he added.
The electric vehicles will initially operate in high-demand locations including Dubai Marina, JLT, JBR, Palm Jumeirah, Media City, Al Barsha (1, 2, and 3), Barsha Heights, Knowledge Village, Al Sufouh, and Blue Waters Dubai.
Customers can book a Hala EV through the Careem app by selecting the Hala EV option at no additional cost. The company plans to expand the service to more areas as demand grows.
Hala, launched in 2019 as a joint venture between Careem and the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), currently manages over 24,000 drivers with a fleet of 13,000 vehicles provided by franchise partners.
The company’s technology identifies High-Density Locations to optimise taxi availability in busy areas, improving fuel efficiency and sustainability.
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