Aug
20
2026
Dubai robotaxis surpass 4 million km as rollout expands
The programme has completed 7,613 passenger trips and covered more than four million kilometres, with customer satisfaction reaching 97 per cent
Dubai’s autonomous taxi programme has surpassed four million kilometres of operation, as the emirate continues to expand the real-world deployment of driverless mobility. According to Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), robotaxis have completed 7,613 passenger trips since launch. The servic…
Aug
19
2026
First Ferrari EV sells for record $40 million
The first production Ferrari Luce has sold for $40 million at an RM Sotheby’s Monterey auction, setting a record as the most expensive new car ever sold at auction.
Ferrari’s first series-production electric car has made a dramatic debut on the global stage. The inaugural Ferrari Luce, known as “Chassis 0”, achieved a staggering $40 million at an RM Sotheby’s auction during Monterey Car Week 2026. With an estimated retail price of around $1.1 million, the final…
Aug
19
2026
Here’s how UAE drivers can get four black points removed
UAE drivers can qualify to have four black points removed by registering for Accident-Free Day, signing the safety pledge and meeting the campaign’s safe-driving requirements on August 31.
Motorists across the UAE have an opportunity to remove four black points from their driving records under the Ministry of Interior’s annual Accident-Free Day, also referred to as A Day Without Accidents. The nationwide initiative will take place on August 31, 2026, coinciding with the first day of t…
Aug
18
2026
Chery UAE lets you explore its cars from your sofa
Chery UAE has launched a 360-degree Virtual Showroom, allowing customers to explore models, interiors, specifications and features online before visiting a physical dealership.
Chery UAE, part of AWR Automotive, has introduced a new 360° Virtual Showroom that enables customers to experience its vehicle lineup remotely using a smartphone, tablet or laptop. The platform is designed to streamline the early stages of the car-buying journey by allowing users to research models…
Aug
12
2026
Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 sets Nürburgring record
The 680 hp electric Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 has lapped the Nürburgring in 7:32.070, making it the fastest four-door compact car while trailing the BMW M2 benchmark by 7.002 seconds.
Mercedes-AMG has set a new Nürburgring Nordschleife benchmark with the all-new CLA 45 4MATIC+, recording an officially measured and notarised lap time of 7 minutes 32.070 seconds. Completed by Mercedes-AMG driver Kevin Berger on July 28, 2026, the lap makes the sporty four-door saloon the fastest fo…
Aug
7
2026
2026 marks 50 years since pivotal Kuwait Rally
The 1976 Kuwait Rally, organised by Prodrive Chairman David Richards, is being remembered 50 years later as an early milestone in the development of organised motorsport across the Middle East.
2026 marks 50 years since the 1976 Kuwait Rally, an event credited with helping usher in a new era of organised professional motorsport across the Middle East. Organised by David Richards, now Chairman of Prodrive, the rally became an early reference point for the structured motorsport programmes th…
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