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ArabGT
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- ArabGT
Electric Vehicle Adoption Accelerates Rapidly in the UAE
Electric vehicles in the UAE are witnessing significant growth, reinforcing the country's position as a regional force in sustainable transportation. In the first quarter of 2025, EV sales rose by as much as 45% compared to the same period last year, according to senior officials at leading automotive agencies. This surge reflects a fundamental shift in consumer behavior and market trends toward cleaner, more practical alternatives. Government Initiatives The ongoing success of electric vehicles in the UAE stems largely from the country's heavy investment in infrastructure. Dubai alone now hosts over 740 public charging stations, while the government has launched the UAEV initiative in partnership with the Federal Electricity and Water Authority to establish a nationwide network of 1,000 charging stations by 2030. These efforts have helped alleviate range anxiety and charging delays, fostering greater consumer confidence. The UAE is also supporting this transition with incentives such as free parking, standardized charging rates, and flexible financing, in addition to mandating that new real estate developments include EV charging infrastructure. The government aims for electric and hybrid vehicles to comprise 50% of all vehicles on the road by 2050, as part of its national strategy to achieve carbon neutrality. Expanding Model Lineups and Diverse Options With new electric models from brands like JAC, Audi, Cadillac, and BYD entering the UAE market, consumers now have a wide array of choices suited to different tastes and budgets. Al Habtoor recently launched the JAC E30X, while Audi Al Nabooda unveiled the RS e-tron GT Performance. Other agencies are preparing to introduce more electric models soon. Field studies show that two-thirds of UAE residents plan to switch to electric vehicles in the coming years. Major companies—including taxi and rental fleets—have already begun integrating EVs into their operations to meet sustainability goals and reduce emissions. This signals that electric vehicles in the UAE are becoming a serious option for both individuals and institutions. Despite the strong momentum, some challenges remain. These include the high initial costs of certain models and the limited availability of fast chargers outside major cities. Nevertheless, the government continues to support initiatives aimed at expanding infrastructure, developing the used EV market, and increasing public awareness of the environmental and economic benefits of owning an electric car. Electric vehicles in the UAE are no longer just an ambitious future concept—they are now a fast-moving reality. Driven by robust public-private collaboration, cutting-edge infrastructure, clear governmental support, and rising consumer interest, the UAE is steadily advancing toward its vision of becoming the region's capital of sustainable mobility.
The National
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- The National
UAE's largest electric-only recharging station to open this year
The electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the UAE is set for a boost later this year with the opening of a charging hub which will provide what has been described as a super-premium experience beyond standard stationary charging stands. Developed by UAEV, the country's dedicated EV charging company, the site is expected to be the first of its kind in UAE and will feature green landscaping, fountains and an automatic queuing system, combining sustainability with sleek user design. The hub is capable of servicing 20 EVs simultaneously and is expected to launch before the end of 2025. While further details of the hub will be unveiled at an official announcement expected in the next two months, The National can reveal that the first hub will launch in Ajman this year, with another to follow in Dubai in 2026. "This is a first-of-its-kind in the UAE," said Hicham Ezzahid, chief executive of UAEV, speaking at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) taking place this week in Abu Dhabi. Through the "flagship hub", Mr Ezzahid hopes to see EV charging become more of an experience than a utility. Heiko Seitz, global and Middle East eMobility leader at PwC, told The National that such experiential establishments are important in creating educational awareness. "People need to be aware that this is actually a positive product, a product that gives them a certain lifestyle, that gives them convenience," said Mr Seitz. Mr Seitz said such hubs will serve as a showcase for the industry, which could encourage further electric vehicle adoption. "They're going to be like flagships for the industry, where people see cars charging and say, 'that actually works. I can do that as well'," he said. "These things are important for the consumer, and they're an important blueprint for other investors. And, other charge point investors will want to follow suit." The hub is part of UAEV's broader goal to install 1,000 public charging stations able to cater to varying numbers of vehicles across all seven emirates by 2030. More than 95 per cent of these are planned to be high-speed units, with next-generation ultra-fast chargers capable of delivering a full top-up in as little as 10 minutes in newer electric vehicle models. Currently charge time can vary, depending on the vehicle and charging station, from 18 minutes to eight hours. In 2024, UAEV rolled out 120 new charging ports across the northern emirates. This year, another 200 ports are planned, mainly in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. To support electric vehicle adoption, UAEV has signed a new agreement with AW Rostamani Group, the automotive distributor behind Chinese EV brand Zeekr and the modernised Smart car line-up. Under the partnership, new buyers of Zeekr and Smart vehicles will receive charging credits redeemable across UAEV's network. Mr Seitz said this strategy is seen in Tesla models in the US, which offer free supercharging to encourage adoption. In December, UAEV announced that it had set tariffs for the faster Direct Current (DC) chargers at Dh1.2 per kilowatt-hour, and for Alternating Current (AC) chargers at Dh0.7 per kilowatt-hour. Sandeep Arora, director of strategy and business excellence at AWR, said the deal reflects a market that is rapidly moving towards an EV tipping point. "If you look at the global trends, there is always a tipping point when the acceptance of electric cars increases. We believe that tipping point is the moment one fifth of the cars sold in the market are electric cars," he said. "Electric car numbers have grown by five times in the last five years. We believe the tipping point – where EV adoption really takes off – is just a couple of years away." Electric vehicle penetration in the UAE started to take off in 2023, with a sharp increase in the number of EVs making up the number of cars on the Emirates' roads to 11 per cent in 2023, up from 3.7 per cent the previous year. "We already have close to 150,000 electric vehicles on the roads of UAE." said Mr Seitz. Launched in May 2024, with an initial capital investment of Dh60 million, UAEV's primary purpose is to develop and expand a fast and accessible electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Range anxiety, the term which refers to fears about how far a vehicle can travel without running out of battery, and the time it takes to charge a vehicle, remain the two main barriers on the way to EV adoption. Mr Ezzahid told The National that the company's strategy is not just to increase the number of stations, but to distribute them evenly enough to eliminate range anxiety. Both Mr Ezzahid and Mr Arora agree that the electric vehicle market in the UAE is moving faster than expected, and that electric vehicles could make up 30 per cent of cars on the roads ahead of the government's 2030 target. Mr Seitz, meanwhile, notes that the market has already reached a certain level of maturity. He adds that mass adoption will come when more charging infrastructure is rolled out.
Al Bawaba
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Al Bawaba
UAE to launch first EV-only charging station in 2025
Published April 23rd, 2025 - 08:00 GMT ALBAWABA - UAEV, the UAE's first government-owned electric vehicle (EV) charging network, has announced the launch of the country's first dedicated electric vehicle-only charging station, set to open in 2025. The company also plans to roll out approximately 1,000 charging stations across the country by 2030. UAEV launches first ever EV-only charging station As electric vehicle adoption continues to grow in the United Arab Emirates, UAEV has announced the launch of its first-ever EV-only charging station in the country, set to open this year. The network also plans to roll out over 1,000 charging stations across the UAE by 2030. According to the company, the station will feature green landscaping, fountains, and an automatic queuing system. It will be able to accommodate approximately 20 EVs at a time and is set to launch in Ajman later this year, with another station expected to open in Dubai in 2026. Hicham Ezzahid, chief executive of UAEV, stated: 'This is a first-of-its-kind in the UAE.' Heiko Seitz, global and Middle East eMobility leader at PwC, commented: 'People need to be aware that this is actually a positive product, a product that gives them a certain lifestyle, that gives them convenience.'UAEV aims to provide high-speed EV charging units equipped with next-generation ultra-fast chargers, capable of delivering a seamless charging experience in as little as 10 minutes. Significantly faster than the current charging times, which range from approximately 18 minutes to eight hours. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
The National
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- The National
UAE's first flagship EV charging hub to launch this year
The electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the UAE is set for a boost later this year with the opening of a charging hub which will provide what has been described as a super-premium experience beyond standard stationary charging stands. Developed by UAEV, the country's dedicated EV charging company, the site will feature green landscaping, fountains and an automatic queuing system, combining sustainability with sleek user design. The hub is capable of servicing 20 EVs simultaneously and is expected to launch before the end of 2025. While further details of the hub will be unveiled at an official announcement expected in the next two months, The National can reveal that the first hub will launch in Ajman this year, with another to follow in Dubai in 2026. "This is a first-of-its-kind in the UAE," said Hicham Ezzahid, chief executive of UAEV, speaking at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) taking place this week in Abu Dhabi. Through the "flagship hub", Mr Ezzahid hopes to see EV charging become more of an experience than a utility. Heiko Seitz, global and Middle East eMobility leader at PwC, told The National that such experiential establishments are important in creating educational awareness. "People need to be aware that this is actually a positive product, a product that gives them a certain lifestyle, that gives them convenience," said Mr Seitz. Mr Seitz said such hubs will serve as a showcase for the industry, which could encourage further electric vehicle adoption. "They're going to be like flagships for the industry, where people see cars charging and say, 'that actually works. I can do that as well'," he said. "These things are important for the consumer, and they're an important blueprint for other investors. And, other charge point investors will want to follow suit." The hub is part of UAEV's broader goal to install 1,000 public charging stations able to cater to varying numbers of vehicles across all seven emirates by 2030. More than 95 per cent of these are planned to be high-speed units, with next-generation ultra-fast chargers capable of delivering a full top-up in as little as 10 minutes in newer electric vehicle models. Currently charge time can vary, depending on the vehicle and charging station, from 18 minutes to eight hours. In 2024, UAEV rolled out 120 new charging stations across the northern emirates. This year, another 200 stations are planned, mainly in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. To support electric vehicle adoption, UAEV has signed a new agreement with AW Rostamani Group, the automotive distributor behind Chinese EV brand Zeekr and the modernised Smart car line-up. Under the partnership, new buyers of Zeekr and Smart vehicles will receive charging credits redeemable across UAEV's network. Mr Seitz said this strategy is seen in Tesla models in the US, which offer free supercharging to encourage adoption. In December, UAEV announced that it had set tariffs for the faster Direct Current (DC) chargers at Dh1.2 per kilowatt-hour, and for Alternating Current (AC) chargers at Dh0.7 per kilowatt-hour. Sandeep Arora, director of strategy and business excellence at AWR, said the deal reflects a market that is rapidly moving towards an EV tipping point. "If you look at the global trends, there is always a tipping point when the acceptance of electric cars increases. We believe that tipping point is the moment one fifth of the cars sold in the market are electric cars," he said. "Electric car numbers have grown by five times in the last five years. We believe the tipping point – where EV adoption really takes off – is just a couple of years away." Electric vehicle penetration in the UAE started to take off in 2023, with a sharp increase in the number of EVs making up the number of cars on the Emirates' roads to 11 per cent in 2023, up from 3.7 per cent the previous year. "We already have close to 150,000 electric vehicles on the roads of UAE." said Mr Seitz. Launched in May 2024, with an initial capital investment of Dh60 million, UAEV's primary purpose is to develop and expand a fast and accessible electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Range anxiety, the term which refers to fears about how far a vehicle can travel without running out of battery, and the time it takes to charge a vehicle, remain the two main barriers on the way to EV adoption. Mr Ezzahid told The National that the company's strategy is not just to increase the number of stations, but to distribute them evenly enough to eliminate range anxiety. Both Mr Ezzahid and Mr Arora agree that the electric vehicle market in the UAE is moving faster than expected, and that electric vehicles could make up 30 per cent of cars on the roads ahead of the government's 2030 target. Mr Seitz, meanwhile, notes that the market has already reached a certain level of maturity. He adds that mass adoption will come when more charging infrastructure is rolled out.
Hi Dubai
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Hi Dubai
UAE Hosts 3rd EV Majlis to Accelerate Electric Mobility Transition
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), in collaboration with UAEV, a joint venture between MoEI and Etihad Water and Electricity, hosted the 3rd EV Majlis on Monday, bringing together major global electric vehicle manufacturers to discuss the future of sustainable transport in the UAE. Chaired by Sharif Al Olama, Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at MoEI and Chairman of UAEV, the Majlis spotlighted recent advances in the electric vehicle ecosystem, including innovations in technology and infrastructure, as well as updates on national policies aimed at supporting EV growth. The forum provided a platform for stakeholders to share challenges and explore solutions, such as harmonizing technical standards and expanding the nationwide EV charging network. Discussions were closely aligned with the UAE's strategic goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Al Olama emphasized the Majlis's role in fostering collaboration between public and private sectors to fast-track the shift to sustainable mobility. 'The UAE is firmly committed to advancing a robust, sustainable transport ecosystem and increasing EV adoption,' he said. 'Through the EV Majlis, we're cultivating an environment of collaboration and knowledge exchange to help overcome industry challenges and strengthen the UAE's position in the global electric mobility landscape.' The Ministry reaffirmed its focus on developing smart charging technologies, enhancing policy frameworks, and building strategic partnerships to support the country's clean energy ambitions. News Source: Emirates News Agency
