Oct
29
2026
Dubai RTA number plate auction raises AED 65.7 Million
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) raised AED 65.721 million (approximately USD 17.9 million) at its 121st distinguished vehicle number plate auction, with the exclusive CC44 plate securing the highest bid of AED 6.72 million (USD 1.83 million)
Announced on 26 October 2026, the results of the RTA's 121st Open Auction of Distinguished Vehicle Number Plates highlight continued demand for rare and exclusive vehicle registration numbers in Dubai, where distinctive combinations attract significant interest from collectors and motorists. Held on…
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Oct
26
2026
Dubai Police deploys 904 PS JETOUR G700 for desert patrols
Dubai Police has added the 904 PS JETOUR G700 plug-in hybrid SUV to its patrol fleet to strengthen security, emergency response and tourist assistance at desert destinations ahead of the winter season
Dubai Police, renowned for its fleet of some of the world's most luxurious and fastest supercars, unveiled the JETOUR G700 at Al Marmoom Oasis on 25 October 2026 as part of a collaboration between its Tourist Police Department, under the General Department of Criminal Investigation, and JETOUR. The…
Oct
26
2026
MG to deploy 570 MG8 PHEV taxis in UAE and Saudi Arabia
MG Motor Middle East is expanding its commercial fleet presence with 400 MG8 plug-in hybrid taxis in the UAE and 170 in Saudi Arabia, offering a claimed combined range of up to 1,655 km
MG Motor Middle East has announced the deployment of 570 MG8 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) across taxi fleets in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, marking one of the brand's most significant regional fleet deployments to date. Announced on 26 October 2026, the agreements include 400 MG8 PHEVs for…
Oct
26
2026
North 9 launches in Dubai to bring exclusive brands to GCC
Dubai-based North 9 aims to introduce exclusive heritage, performance and bespoke automotive brands to collectors across the GCC, with its first partnerships to be announced ahead of a November launch event
Dubai-based North 9 officially launched on 22 October 2026 as a new UAE-born automotive house dedicated to bringing specialist and exclusive automotive brands to collectors and enthusiasts across the GCC. Founded by Danial Mausoof and founding partner Nael Afieh, North 9 aims to address what it iden…
Oct
26
2026
Two UAE racing drivers secure seats in 2027 FIA Formula 3
UAE racing talents Rashid Al Dhaheri and Keanu Al Azhari will compete in the 2027 FIA Formula 3 Championship with Van Amersfoort Racing and Hitech GP, respectively, joining a 30-driver international grid
The UAE has reached an important milestone in motorsport development, with Rashid Al Dhaheri and Keanu Al Azhari securing seats in the 2027 FIA Formula 3 Championship. Al Dhaheri will compete for Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR), while Al Azhari will represent Hitech GP. Both drivers are ambassadors of Y…
Oct
23
2026
Dubai Police Adds Yangwang U8 to luxury tourist patrol fleet
Dubai Police has added the 1,197 PS Yangwang U8 to its luxury tourist patrol fleet, unveiling the electrified SUV at WETEX 2026 with emergency flotation capability and a 360-degree tank turn feature
Dubai Police has expanded its luxury tourist patrol fleet with the addition of the Yangwang U8, unveiled at the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2026) at Dubai World Trade Centre on 21 October. Introduced in partnership with Al-Futtaim Automotive Group, the exclusive UAE d…
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