Jul

1

2026

RTA begins 28 road upgrades across Dubai

The quick traffic improvements, running from July to September 2026, include works on Emirates Road, Business Bay, Ras Al Khor Road, Al Quoz, Al Mizhar and key school zones

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a series of “Quick Wins” traffic improvements at 28 locations across the emirate, scheduled between July and September 2026 as part of efforts to enhance road efficiency, traffic flow and safety. The works are being carried out during the summ…

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Overhead green road directional signs for Al Hadiqa St and Al Meydan St along a Dubai highway.
Row of colorful green, yellow, and red fuel dispenser nozzles at a petrol filling gas station.

Jun

30

2026

UAE fuel prices fall in July 2026 after four-month surge

UAE motorists will pay less for petrol and diesel from July 1, 2026, following four months of increases driven by regional tensions, higher oil prices and supply disruptions

The UAE has announced lower fuel prices for July 2026, offering relief to motorists after four consecutive months of increases. The revised rates will come into effect from July 1, with petrol and diesel prices declining across all categories compared with June.

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Jun

30

2026

Etihad Rail begins historic UAE passenger journey

Etihad Rail's first passenger service has departed Fujairah for Abu Dhabi, marking a historic step in the UAE's national rail ambitions and reducing inter-emirate travel times.

Etihad Rail has officially launched passenger operations on the UAE’s national rail network, with its first service departing Al Hilal City station in Fujairah at 5:34am on Tuesday and arriving at Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu Dhabi at 7am. The milestone marks the start of passenger rail ser…

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High-speed Etihad Rail train travelling along coastal track near Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in UAE.
White Chevrolet Corvette racing sports car with stars and stripes graphic decals driving fast on a race track loop.

Jun

26

2026

Corvette ZR1X Smashes Pikes Peak Production Car Record

Chevrolet’s 1,250 hp Corvette ZR1X sets a new Pikes Peak production car record with a 9:30.104 run, beating the previous benchmark by over 23 seconds in near-stock form

The 2027 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X has officially become the fastest production car at Pikes Peak, setting a new benchmark at the legendary Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Completing the demanding 12.42-mile (20 km), 156-corner course in just 9:30.104, the American hybrid hypercar shattered the p…

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Jun

25

2026

Zeekr marks 5 global years, previews 9X at Yas Marina

Zeekr UAE and AWR Automotive celebrated the brand’s fifth global anniversary with more than 200 owners at Yas Marina Circuit, showcasing the all-new 9X flagship SUV and delivering a track-focused experience

Zeekr UAE, in partnership with AWR Automotive, marked the brand’s fifth global anniversary and second year in the UAE with a large-scale owner event at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. More than 200 owners, alongside media and automotive influencers, attended the Zeekr Dynamic track day, which also…

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A dark luxury Zeekr 009 SUV lined up next to a bright yellow electric sedan on a race track at night.
Side profile view of a light blue BYD Denza N7 electric crossover SUV parked in a desert valley.

Jun

25

2026

SAIC Motor celebrates 100 million vehicle sales milestone

The first Chinese automotive group to surpass 100 million vehicle sales, marking a historic milestone that highlights its global growth, technological innovation and expanding international footprint

SAIC Motor has officially become the first Chinese automaker to surpass 100 million cumulative vehicle sales, marking a major milestone for both the company and the wider China automotive industry. The achievement was commemorated during a global delivery ceremony at Shanghai’s North Bund, where mor…

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