Self-driving cars might sound insanely futuristic, but they could be commonplace in Dubai by the end of the year. Driverless technology already exists, but can’t yet be legally used in the UAE. In fact, many automobile manufacturers and tech companies are still experimenting with and perfecting the technology. However, Dubai’s government is currently working on […]
New regulations on the degree of tint you can add to car windows in the UAE have caused a big increase in the numbers of drivers heading to specialist services. With the summer months underway and temperatures soaring, UAE car buyers and owners are taking steps to avoid the heat. What has changed in the […]
Nissan were rightfully pleased with the launch of the five door version of the Patrol Super Safari, which arrived in the UAE earlier in the year. Now the car manufacturing giant have unleashed the three door model, making it available right across the UAE as well as other GCC nations. Performance It should come as […]
Earlier this month, Lexus unveiled their latest saloon car – the new Lexus LS – and it’s as sleek and sophisticated as you’d expect. When it comes to luxury vehicles, Lexus’ experience and expertise are undeniable. Of course, many manufacturers offer luxury cars – so, what sets the Lexus LS apart? The answer is simple: […]
For decades, fortunes in the UAE have been built on oil, but everyone knows that it will eventually run out – hence all the current initiatives in the Gulf to broaden its economic base. But the stark reality hit home when the French government announced that it would ban diesel and petrol cars from its […]
Two pieces of news this week could impact the car market in the UAE in coming years. For a start, Volvo has declared that every model it produces will be an electric or hybrid come 2019. That means, even though Volvo isn’t among the top 10 brands in the UAE, other companies are likely to […]
Say hello to the SandRacer 500GT, a car that is the result of over two years’ worth of testing and mechanical improvements. From Zarooq Motors, who are based in the UAE, the first production model will be available with a price tag of AED 1.7 million. The car, which has two seats and rear wheel […]
It’s no secret that Tesla dominate the electric car market. Soon, however, the manufacturer may have to cope with serious competition from one of the world’s foremost luxury car companies. According to the website ‘Trusted Reviews’, it seems that BMW are planning on unveiling an electric car designed to compete directly with the Tesla Model […]
In one of the most exciting pieces of transport news in UAE this year, we can reveal that Bentley’s latest run of vehicles have been crafted with the Emirates in mind. The UAE has always had a soft spot for Bentley – the iconic motoring brand recently opened its largest showroom to date in the […]
Motorists in Abu Dhabi can look forward to greater protection from the authorities when it comes to car servicing and repairs. That’s down to a pilot project which will be brought in by the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council – from now on, workshops will be rated one to five, according to the quality […]