How Mohammed Maktari is rewiring the Middle East’s EV future
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Charging station
DEWA reports 59% increase in usage of Green Charger in 2023
Number of registered electric vehicle users grows from a mere 14 in 2015 to 13,959 at the end of last year
electric mobility
Saudi Arabia’s PIF announces new multi-year partnership to boost electric motorsport
The partnership specifically aims to advance the role of the sport in the future of electric mobility
circular economy
‘CHRGR’: EnerTech launches new mobility platform in UAE
CHRGR’s debut marks the introduction of the UAE’s first fully integrated electric mobility solution, with ambitious plans for nationwide expansion over the next three years
Arada
Arada announces e-bikes, scooters for community residents, visitors
Through a dedicated app and website, individuals aged 18 and above can hire e-scooters and bikes for use within the Aljada mixed-use community
climate change
Revealed: Man rides electric motorcycle from Nairobi to Dubai for COP28 UAE
The initiative is a move to amplify the conversation around sustainable mobility, the exact motorcycle will be on display at the summit for visitors to see
e-mobility
US to aid India in accelerating e-mobility adoption with a $150mn fund
The proposal coincides with Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to the US
Abu Dhabi
New battery-powered yacht THE ICON debuts at Abu Dhabi International Boat Show
Maritime electromobility, up until now, was associated with smaller, slower vessels and limited ranges. In contrast, larger and faster boats were dominated by combustion engines
Charging station
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global launches largest off-grid EV charging network in kindgom
The charging stations will support Red Sea Global’s initial fleet of 80 electric vehicles
Abu Dhabi
UAE reveals first 100% electric waste management trucks
The Renault truck will be used by Tadweer in Abu Dhabi
electric carmaker
Tesla shares dive nearly 10% as Musk signals more price cuts
Tesla has already slashed prices six times this year and Musk suggested more such moves ahead
Brand View
Human Horizons: A game-changer in the global electric vehicle revolution
At the forefront of future mobility, bringing together cutting-edge automotive products and next-generation manufacturing strategies with its HiPhi Smart Car brand, Human Horizons (HH) is transforming the automotive landscape, including in Dubai
Amazon
Amazon eyes electric vehicle deliveries in the region, says CEO
With sustainability efforts on the rise in the region, the e-commerce giant could be looking to use electric vehicles, scooters and small bikes for deliveries in the Middle East
electric carmaker
Tesla continues price war in EV market with second round of discounts
Tesla’s Model S and Model X prices are down between 4 and 9 percent, respectively, after reductions of 6-20 percent in January
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
ADIA, Goldman Sachs, and Carlyle in talks to invest $350m in India’s TVS Motor’s EV arm: Report
If the deal takes place at this valuation, TVS Motor will become the most valuable two-wheeler EV company in the country
advanced air mobility in dubai
Dubai will be home to the world’s first Advanced Air Mobility integrator centre
The AAM infrastructure will be located at Dubai South following landmark agreement
autonomous cars
Sony and Honda planning to integrate PS5 in autonomous cars by 2025
Sony Honda Mobility aim to gain a competitive edge over Tesla with content, services and entertainment technologies that can move people