Aug
31
2026
Lucid recalls 27,185 Air EVs over fire risk
The US recall affects 2022–2026 Lucid Air sedans and is linked to an exterior lighting circuit that can overheat, potentially increasing the risk of a fire or loss of exterior lighting
Lucid is recalling 27,185 Air electric luxury sedans in the United States over an electrical issue that could increase the risk of a fire, according to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects 2022 to 2026 model-year Lucid Air sedans and is the EV manufacture…
Aug
31
2026
Two new Emirates Road lanes to cut peak travel times
Dubai motorists travelling from Sharjah towards Wadi Al Amardi are set to benefit from a 5 km road expansion that increases capacity by 33 per cent and is expected to reduce peak-hour journey times by up to 25 per cent
Motorists using Emirates Road between Sharjah and Dubai are set to get a smoother commute following the addition of two new traffic lanes along a 5-kilometre stretch of the major highway. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the expanded section was scheduled to open on August…
Aug
31
2026
Dubai RTA upgrades traffic around six school zones
Road and access improvements benefit more than 10 Dubai schools, with new links, additional parking and traffic-calming measures introduced ahead of the new academic year
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvements at six school-zone locations across the emirate, benefiting more than 10 schools. The works were carried out during the summer break to reduce disruption to daily traffic and take advantage of lower traffic volumes, allow…
Aug
29
2026
Porsche agrees to sell MHP to Tata Consultancy Services
TCS plans to acquire 100 per cent of Porsche’s management and IT consultancy MHP while entering a five-year strategic partnership focused on AI and digital transformation
Porsche and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have signed an agreement providing for the sale of management and IT consultancy MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH to the Indian technology company. The transaction has not yet been completed. TCS, through a subsidiary, intends to acquire 100 per cent o…
Aug
27
2026
EXEED offers free rides and drives for Emirati Women’s Day
Emirati women can choose between a chauffeur-driven journey or a self-drive EXEED experience for up to six hours as part of a 10-day initiative running from August 28 to September 7
EXEED UAE has launched a new initiative for Emirati Women’s Day, offering Emirati women complimentary access to an EXEED vehicle from August 28 to September 7, 2026. Called “Your Drive, On Us”, the programme is designed to celebrate the ambition, individuality and everyday achievements of Emirati wo…
Aug
27
2026
Kids Go Free Friday returns for 2026 Abu Dhabi GP
Eligible four-day ticket holders can redeem up to four complimentary children’s tickets for access to the F1 Fanzone and Oasis areas at Yas Marina Circuit on Friday, December 4
Kids Go Free Friday will return to the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2026, giving families another way to experience race week at Yas Marina Circuit. The initiative will take place on Friday, December 4, during the four-day event running from December 3–6. Eligible holders of four…
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