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Tesla FSD Goes Live in the UAE: Self-Driving Tech Hits Middle East Roads
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Tesla FSD Goes Live in the UAE: Self-Driving Tech Hits Middle East Roads

Tesla has activated Full Self-Driving (Supervised) in the UAE — the first Middle East country to receive the technology. Here is what it means for Model Y, Model 3, Model S, Model X and Cybertruck owners across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

CarsXT Editorial · 9 min readRead↗
Ferrari Luce Officially Revealed: The Prancing Horse's First EV Packs 1,035 hp
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Ferrari Luce Officially Revealed: The Prancing Horse's First EV Packs 1,035 hp

Ferrari unveils the Luce — its first-ever production electric car and first five-seater. Starting at €550,000, it hits 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds with a 530 km range.

Arjun Sharma · 5 min readRead↗
Mercedes-Benz CLA 2026 UAE Pricing Confirmed: From AED 159,000
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Mercedes-Benz CLA 2026 UAE Pricing Confirmed: From AED 159,000

The all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA gets its UAE pricing confirmed ahead of Q2 2026 deliveries. Available in both petrol and fully electric EQA-derived variants.

Arjun Sharma · 4 min readRead↗
BMW iX3 Arrives in UAE with 460 km Range from AED 269,000
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BMW iX3 Arrives in UAE with 460 km Range from AED 269,000

BMW's electric mid-size SUV launches in UAE with an updated 77.8 kWh battery, 340 hp, and standard equipment package that targets the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai IONIQ 6 directly.

Priya Mehta · 4 min readRead↗
Lexus LX 700h UAE Specs Confirmed: 459 hp Hybrid at AED 449,000
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Lexus LX 700h UAE Specs Confirmed: 459 hp Hybrid at AED 449,000

Lexus UAE announces the LX 700h hybrid — pairing the LX's legendary off-road capability with a new twin-turbo V6 hybrid system for dramatically improved fuel economy.

Hamza Khan · 4 min readRead↗
Dubai Police Goes Electric: 100 Tesla Model 3s Join the Fleet
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Dubai Police Goes Electric: 100 Tesla Model 3s Join the Fleet

Dubai Police confirms the addition of 100 Tesla Model 3 Performance vehicles to its patrol fleet — the largest EV police deployment in the GCC.

Arjun Sharma · 4 min readRead↗
Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid UAE Pricing: 739 hp, AED 579,000
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Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid UAE Pricing: 739 hp, AED 579,000

Porsche UAE confirms the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid — the most powerful production Cayenne ever — from AED 579,000. Combined output is 739 hp with 90 km electric range.

Oliver Bennett · 4 min readRead↗
Dubai Motor Show 2026: Every Major Reveal and What It Means for UAE Buyers
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Dubai Motor Show 2026: Every Major Reveal and What It Means for UAE Buyers

The most EV-heavy Dubai Motor Show ever. We cover every significant reveal, GCC pricing confirmation and regional debut from the 2026 edition.

Arjun Sharma · 8 min readRead↗
Audi Q6 e-tron Pricing Confirmed for UAE: From AED 289,000
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Audi Q6 e-tron Pricing Confirmed for UAE: From AED 289,000

Audi UAE confirms Q6 e-tron pricing and specs ahead of Q2 2026 deliveries. The electric mid-size SUV offers up to 625 km range and 800V charging.

Hamza Khan · 4 min readRead↗
Kia EV9 GT Arrives in UAE: 501 hp Family SUV with 4.3-Second Acceleration
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Kia EV9 GT Arrives in UAE: 501 hp Family SUV with 4.3-Second Acceleration

The EV9 GT is the performance version of Kia's 3-row electric SUV. It lands in UAE showrooms with 501 hp, 7 seats and a AED 279,000 starting price.

Oliver Bennett · 4 min readRead↗
Tesla Cuts Model Y Prices in UAE by Up to AED 15,000
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Tesla Cuts Model Y Prices in UAE by Up to AED 15,000

Tesla has reduced Model Y pricing in the UAE across all variants, with the Long Range AWD now starting at AED 189,900 — down from AED 204,900.

Priya Mehta · 4 min readRead↗
BYD Opens 10 New UAE Showrooms — Signals Long-Term GCC Commitment
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BYD Opens 10 New UAE Showrooms — Signals Long-Term GCC Commitment

BYD's aggressive UAE expansion adds 10 outlets across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates. A Shark pickup and Atto 8 7-seater head the 2026 lineup.

Arjun Sharma · 4 min readRead↗
Hyundai IONIQ 9 Confirmed for UAE: 7-Seat EV from AED 249,000
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Hyundai IONIQ 9 Confirmed for UAE: 7-Seat EV from AED 249,000

Hyundai confirms the IONIQ 9 for Q1 2026 UAE launch. The 3-row electric SUV offers 480 km range, 800V fast charging and seats seven adults.

Priya Mehta · 5 min readRead↗
UAE EV Incentives Confirmed for 2026: Salik Discount, Zero Registration, Free Charging
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UAE EV Incentives Confirmed for 2026: Salik Discount, Zero Registration, Free Charging

A full rundown of every EV incentive currently in place for UAE car buyers — from DEWA free charging to the 25% Salik discount and zero registration fees extended to 2027.

Priya Mehta · 5 min readRead↗
Ford Bronco Now Officially Available in UAE: Big Bend and Outer Banks from AED 175,000
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Ford Bronco Now Officially Available in UAE: Big Bend and Outer Banks from AED 175,000

Ford's iconic off-roader officially arrives in UAE via Al Tayer Motors. The Bronco 4-door offers genuine body-on-frame credentials at a price that challenges the Jeep Wrangler.

Priya Mehta · 4 min readRead↗
Zeekr 001 FR: 1,265 hp Electric Arrives in UAE — 0-100 in 2.07 Seconds
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Zeekr 001 FR: 1,265 hp Electric Arrives in UAE — 0-100 in 2.07 Seconds

Chinese brand Zeekr brings its hypercar-rivalling 001 FR electric to the UAE. With four motors, 1,265 hp and a 2.07-second 0-100 time, it is the fastest-accelerating production car available here.

Arjun Sharma · 4 min readRead↗
Ferrari 296 GTB Deliveries Begin in UAE: Hybrid V6 at AED 1.1 Million
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Ferrari 296 GTB Deliveries Begin in UAE: Hybrid V6 at AED 1.1 Million

Ferrari UAE commences 296 GTB deliveries to customers. The plug-in hybrid V6 supercar produces 830 hp and represents Ferrari's most electrified road car to date.

Oliver Bennett · 4 min readRead↗
UAE Used Car Market Hits Record Values: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
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UAE Used Car Market Hits Record Values: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

UAE used car transaction values reached a record AED 45 billion in 2025. Strong demand from expat buyers, limited new car availability and rising import costs are the key drivers.

Priya Mehta · 5 min readRead↗
UAE Extends EV Registration Fee Waiver to End of 2027
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UAE Extends EV Registration Fee Waiver to End of 2027

The Ministry of Energy has confirmed the zero-emission vehicle registration fee waiver is extended by one year to December 2027, saving EV owners up to AED 2,300.

Priya Mehta · 4 min readRead↗
Rolls-Royce Spectre Deliveries Begin in UAE: The Electric Grand Tourer Arrives
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Rolls-Royce Spectre Deliveries Begin in UAE: The Electric Grand Tourer Arrives

Rolls-Royce commences Spectre deliveries to UAE customers. The first all-electric Rolls-Royce costs from AED 1.2 million and offers 530 km of near-silent range.

Oliver Bennett · 4 min readRead↗
Range Rover Sport PHEV UAE Pricing: 500 hp P550e from AED 435,000
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Range Rover Sport PHEV UAE Pricing: 500 hp P550e from AED 435,000

Land Rover confirms the Range Rover Sport P550e plug-in hybrid for UAE. Combined output is 500 hp with 113 km of electric-only range — the longest PHEV range of any SUV in this class.

Hamza Khan · 4 min readRead↗
Abu Dhabi Speed Limit Changes 2026: Full Updated Guide
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Abu Dhabi Speed Limit Changes 2026: Full Updated Guide

Abu Dhabi Police confirms updated speed limits on 12 major roads, including reductions on Corniche Road and increases on new outer-ring bypasses. Full list here.

Arjun Sharma · 4 min readRead↗
UAE Public EV Charging Network Hits 1,500 Stations Milestone
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UAE Public EV Charging Network Hits 1,500 Stations Milestone

DEWA, ADNOC and new entrant ChargePoint have collectively pushed UAE public chargers past 1,500 for the first time — with DC fast chargers now at 380 locations.

Priya Mehta · 5 min readRead↗
UAE Vehicle Registration: Key Rule Changes for 2026 You Need to Know
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UAE Vehicle Registration: Key Rule Changes for 2026 You Need to Know

The UAE has updated vehicle registration requirements for 2026, including new emission testing rules, updated inspection schedules and changes to the grace period for expired registrations.

Priya Mehta · 5 min readRead↗
New Speed Camera Zones in UAE 2026: Complete Updated Guide
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New Speed Camera Zones in UAE 2026: Complete Updated Guide

Over 120 new smart camera systems have been deployed across Sheikh Zayed Road, E311 and Al Ain Road. We map every new zone with confirmed speed limits.

Arjun Sharma · 6 min readRead↗
Nissan Patrol Y63 Sells Out in UAE Within a Week of Launch
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Nissan Patrol Y63 Sells Out in UAE Within a Week of Launch

Nissan UAE reports the Patrol Y63 initial allocation sold out within 7 days of order books opening — demand driven by the new V8 tune and updated interior.

Oliver Bennett · 3 min readRead↗