Uber has lost its licence to operate private hire vehicles in London after the UK capital’s transport agency said it was “not fit and proper” to hold such a permit.
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Dubai RTA to open registrations for $5 million self-driving challenge
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has announced the opening of registration for the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport. 0 1939
Dubai turns to AI to enhance training for public transport drivers
The project called, Digital Coach project, is in line with the UAE Strategy for artificial intelligence (AI) and technology is the first-of-its-kind in training drivers worldwide.
DTP teams up with Dassault Systèmes to optimise resource planning at DXB
DTP has announced the successful deployment of DTP tNexus Message Hub system and Dassault Systèmes DELMIA Quintiq fixed resource planning application, at Dubai International (DXB).
Get a glimpse of the future of travel at Dubai Motor Show
US-based Virgin Hyperloop One (VHO) is currently taking part at the Dubai Motor Show, which is taking place from 12th to 16th November 2019 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Soon, Dubai residents can only book RTA taxis via the Careem app
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the transfer of its taxi booking and dispatch services to car-hailing app Careem’s Hala platform.
Volvo turns to blockchain to ensure EV batteries are responsibly sourced
Volvo Cars has now reached an agreement with its two global battery suppliers, CATL of China and LG Chem of South Korea, and other global blockchain technology firms to implement traceability of cobalt.
Virgin Hyperloop One to spur Saudi Arabia’s tech and transport sectors
Virgin Hyperloop One (VHO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Saudi Arabia’s renowned King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).
LG, Qualcomm team up to advance automotive experiences
LG Electronics (LG) and Qualcomm Technologies have announced plans to work together to further develop webOS Auto, LG’s connected in-vehicle infotainment system.
Saudi Arabia’s Virgin Hyperloop One project to create over 120,000 jobs
Virgin Hyperloop One (VHO) has announced the results of a strategic study commissioned to build the world’s first extended test and certification hyperloop track in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Future of self-driving transport on spotlight at Dubai council meeting
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently held a meeting discuss the different trends and measures ought to be embraced by cities as part of their efforts for addressing future transportation needs.