Al-Futtaim Electric Mobility Company, in partnership with BYD, has officially opened a new showroom on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. This facility highlights its dedication to advancing electric mobility in the UAE, which aligns with the government’s ambitious target of having over 40,000 electric vehicles (EVs) on the road by 2030.
Lotus has officially launched the Lotus Emeya, its first-ever four-door hyper-GT, in the UAE. Combining 75 years of engineering expertise with electric power, Lotus hopes to deliver a high-performance BEV in the luxury GT segment.
The Kia Sportage has been an important model for the Korean brand. The current generation was launched in 2021 and has been a popular choice for compact SUV buyers. In 2025, Kia launched the Sportage L or the Grand Sportage version in the UAE and GCC, offering more legroom and headroom.
Arabian Automobiles Company (AAC) is offering a host of facilities at its Nissan service centres to enhance customer experience, and we visited their Deira facility to see first-hand.
DriveArabia has been frequent visitors over the years to the facility. We initially serviced our Renault Safrane there in 2011 before shifting to their Sheikh Zayed Road location. In 2016, we started bringing our Nissan Patrol to the Deira service centre.
Our most recent visit was in late 2021, when we used the new pick-and-drop service they had just introduced. This service has become popular among customers,
Abu Dhabi Motors, the official importer of BMW Group vehicles in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, has unveiled the all-new Mini Cooper 3-Door and the fully electric Mini Countryman SE ALL4 John Cooper Works Trim.
Mini Cooper 3-DoorThe 2025 MINI Cooper 3-Door arrives in two variants—Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works Trim. Both versions carry forward the brand’s distinctive design while integrating updated technology and features.
The new Mini Cooper 3-Door has a refreshed exterior, featuring an updated front grille, redesigned LED headlights, and a modern OLED screen.
With the launch of the all-new 2025 Nissan Patrol, we compare it in pictures to its more posh cousin, the Infiniti QX80, which was revealed a month earlier.
The all-new 2025 Toyota Camry was recently launched in the UAE and the GCC, and the new design certainly caught people’s attention. We take a closer look at the best features the new Camry offers.
Bentley has unveiled the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur, which marks the end of the iconic W12 engine and the introduction of a powerful hybrid V8. The new Flying Spur produces a staggering 771 horsepower, making it the most powerful sedan in Bentley’s history. This hybrid powertrain outshines its predecessor in every category, delivering improved performance and efficiency.
Bentley Flying Spur engine specificationsThe heart of this luxury sedan is a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 paired with a 25.9 kWh battery, producing 187 horsepower on its own. Together, the system generates 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque,
Electric Vehicles (EVs) are considered the future due to their energy efficiency, pollution reduction, fuel cost savings and lower maintenance expenses. However, they face challenges like limited driving ranges, longer charging times and relatively underdeveloped charging infrastructure.
As of 2024, the UAE has made significant progress in expanding its EV charging network. The Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA) has installed Green EV Chargers throughout the city and continues adding more. Meanwhile, Etihad Water & Electricity (EtihadWE) is setting up charging stations in Ajman,
Audi is introducing the third-generation Q5 and has stuck to offering only petrol engines, with the Audi Q6 going the electric route. The Audi Q5 is a critical model for them and has been one of their best-selling models in the UAE since its launch. This new version aims to build on that success, balancing familiarity with meaningful updates.
Audi Q5 Engine and PerformanceThe 2025 Audi Q5 will offer two powertrain options in the UAE. The base model features a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 268 horsepower, while the sportier SQ5 gets a 3.0-litre V6,