Localizing Value Chains: The Middle East’s Strategy for Automotive Self-Reliance
The Middle East’s reliance on imported vehicles has long been viewed as an economic vulnerability. With rising populations and increasing demand for mobility, countries are investing in manufacturing capabilities to reduce dependence on imports. Saudi Vision 2030 sets an ambitious…
First new Amazon electric heavy goods vehicles hit UK roads
The first of the biggest order of electric heavy goods vehicles for online giant Amazon were being launched into service on Tuesday. Amazon said it would eventually have 160 eHGVs, the largest number of electric trucks in its global transportation…
Why electric car insurance costs more in UAE — and when it can get cheaper
Electric vehicles are gaining speed across the UAE, but many drivers are finding that owning one comes with hidden costs — especially when it comes to repairs and insurance While overall car insurance prices have stayed stable this year, premiums for…
iCAUR steals the spotlight at Riyadh’s EV Auto Show with Middle East debut of the V27 REEV SUV
The EV Auto Show returned to the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC) for its 4th edition from October 27–29, 2025, bringing together the region’s fast growing EV community. Among the most talked about exhibitors was iCAUR, the international…
Elon Musk Proposes Idling Tesla EVS Could Create Massive 100-Million-Vehicle Strong 100 Gigawatts Distributed AI Computing Power Network
During Tesla’s Q3 2025 earnings call, the firm’s CEO, Elon Musk, proposed that the cars take part in “a giant distributed inference fleet” to tap into their incredible compute power “if they are bored.” Musk went on to estimate that,…
ROX Motor to advance NEV tech in UAE
As the Middle East witnesses a significant influx of electric vehicles (EVs) from China, ROX Motor has announced a strategic partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, or ADIO, to accelerate localization and advance collaboration between China and the United…
MD Jacques Brent on how Al-Futtaim Toyota, Lexus support UAE’s net-zero journey
As the UAE accelerates toward its net zero 2050 goals, Al-Futtaim Toyota and Lexus are steering the automotive landscape into a new era of electrified mobility. With hybrids taking centre stage as the most practical bridge between traditional and electric vehicles, MD…
UAE’s Green Mobility Surge Boosted By Government Initiatives
The UAE electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing significant growth driven by strong government support and increasing environmental awareness. Government initiatives such as incentives for EV buyers, zero registration fees, and enhanced charging infrastructure are encouraging adoption among consumers and…
Lucid Sees UAE Sales Slow While Saudi Fleet Orders Rise, Exec Says
Faisal Sultan, the brand’s president for the region, acknowledged the slowdown in the UAE in a recent interview. “I know UAE started very strong but it kind of slowed down,” he admitted. The company operates one showroom in Dubai and…
Saudi Arabia Electric Commercial Vehicle Industry Report 2025 Featuring Higer Bus Co, Anhui Ankai Automotive, Yuchai International, Daimler, Volvo, Tesla, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, BMW, Quantron
The “Saudi Arabia Electric Commercial Vehicle Market by Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2030F” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The Saudi Arabia Electric Commercial Vehicle Market was valued at USD 1.69 Billion in 2024, and is projected to…