Volvo Cars reviewed the main challenges around the introduction of autonomous technology calling for a new global road safety standard and highlighting how autonomous vehicles can safely communicate with all other road users.
Electric cars require accredited registration in UAE
The Dubai RTA has announced that the registration of electric vehicles in the emirate’s Traffic System would require the existence of an accredited agent of such vehicles in the UAE.
SoftBank teams up with Japanese carmaker to develop connected cars
Toyota Motor and SoftBank Group said they would team up to develop new transport services.
World’s first full-scale Hyperloop passenger capsule revealed
Hyperloop Transportation Technologies, provided a first look of their full-scale passenger Hyperloop capsule today at an unveiling ceremony in Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain.
Dubai’s Emirates ties up with Uber
The collaborative offer will see visitors to Dubai from Australia, Egypt, France, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa avail special offers from Uber on bookings made between 26 September to 10 December 2018.
Elon Musk to step down as Tesla chairman
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has reportedly said that car-maker Tesla and Chief Executive Elon Musk had agreed to pay $20 million.
Saudi Arabia opens region’s biggest high-tech, high-speed rail project
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has inaugurated the Haramain Express Train on Tuesday, according to Minister of Transport Dr. Nabil Al-Amoudi.
Dubai deploys vehicle-monitoring traffic incident management system
The launch of the Traffic Incidents Management Unit reflects the solid relationships between RTA and Dubai Police and their concerted traffic safety strategy, which is aligned with Dubai’s strategy and traffic safety plans.
Abu Dhabi Police: hefty fines for taking photos of UAE accidents
Abu Dhabi police has warned people against crowding and taking photos at accident sites reiterating that such photos on social media is against the law.
Saudi Arabia wealth fund injects $1 billion into Tesla rival
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has reportedly agreed to invest more than $1 billion in Lucid Motors, a budding competition for Elon Musk’s Tesla.
Sports carmarker ditches diesel in electric car push
Porsche will reportedly stop offering diesel versions of its cars and will focus on gasoline, electric and hybrid vehicles, Bloomberg …
UAE drivers on waiting list as Amazon launches Echo Auto to counter Google, Apple
The tussle for in-car infotainment is heating up. The past weeks have witnessed a series of new announcements and upgrades. Even as car makers are trying to …
Smart tech to accelerate the maritime industry: experts
The impact of the rapid evolution of smart technology is becoming increasingly evident in the maritime industry.
Google joins automotive alliance for next-gen infotainment
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi and Google have announced a technology partnership to embed the Android operating system in vehicles sold by the automotive alliance.