On June 11, Toyota UAE launched the New Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid. It is powered by a 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 Hybrid engine that delivers 457 horsepower and 790 Nm of torque. It has a cabin crafted for comfort and control with advanced technology.
Based on Toyota UAE press release 

Announced on June 1, 2025, the Dubai International Chamber has opened its 36th international office in Bangkok to enhance UAE-Thailand trade, investment, and cooperation.
As part of the "New Horizons" initiative under the "Dubai Global" plan to establish 50 overseas offices by 2030, the Bangkok office will provide ma

On June 4, BYD announced that it has launched the new BYD SEAL 7 DM-i, a plug-in hybrid sedan, across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The model is now available in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman. The vehicle is also to be launched in Bahrain very soon.
The vehicle, built on BYD’s DM-i 4.

On May 30, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), the largest industrial company in the United Arab Emirates, announced an agreement to increase its CelestiAL solar aluminum supply to Hyundai Mobis. CelestiAL solar aluminum is the world’s first aluminum made commercially with solar power, significantly reducing greenhouse

On May 29, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL), in an investor update, announced that 14 greenfield projects are under various stages of completion, out of which nine greenfield projects will come onstream during FY 2025-26 (ending March 31, 2026). 
In India, it is building two plants for Wiring Harne

On May 29, AW Rostamani Group signed a distribution agreement with JMMC (JMCG Jingma Motor Co., Ltd.), securing the rights to distribute its current and future range of commercial vehicles in the UAE, including both electric (EV) and internal combustion engine (ICE) models.
The agreement marks AW Rostamani Group’s en

On May 28, General Motors launched the all-electric Chevrolet Equinox EV in the Middle East. The vehicle is now available with prices starting at AED 169,900 in the UAE, KWD 13,500 in Kuwait, and BHD 18,300 in Bahrain.
The new Chevrolet Equinox EV delivers 213 hp of maximum power, 320 Nm of maximum torque, and can ac

On May 21, W Motors launched its new Contract Manufacturing Division, unveiled at the “Make it in the Emirates” event in Abu Dhabi. Genesis Middle East & Africa partners with W Motors for contract manufacturing services in the UAE and to develop and manufacture special projects, including the “G80 Performance by W Mo

On May 27, Pony.ai, a global leader in autonomous mobility solutions, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to deploy its advanced robotaxi fleet in the region.
In the partnership, Pony.ai will introduce its autonomous technology through a multi-phase rollout, st

On May 20, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) announced the launch of a major economic program targeting the establishment of an end-to-end automotive ecosystem. Backed by multi-billion-dirham investments from global industry leaders, the programme aims to transform Abu Dhabi into the region’s leading hub for sma

On May 21, NWTN Inc. launched the "NWTN AI Industrial Park" (NAIP) Project. The project is in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), covering approximately 130,000 square meters, signaling the start of NWTN's transformation from a new energy vehicle manufacturer to a global intelligent technology producer and enab

On May 22, Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. announced that it held a formal handover ceremony for its first regional facility in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, marking a significant milestone in the execution of its Middle East “Third Pole” strategy.
The project was formally announced on May 21, 2025,

On May 21, Haima Automobile signed a memorandum of cooperation with the UAE's BDG Investment Group to explore deep strategic collaboration in the Middle East.
Under the agreement, the two parties will jointly study the development of in-depth cooperation in the UAE, including the plans for vehicle exports, sales, af

On May 21, W Motors announced a partnership with various global leaders as part of the launch of its new contract manufacturing division at the “Make it in the Emirates” event in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
The company announced partnerships with:
ROX Motor to localize the production of the ROX 01 and its future models in the U

On May 20, ROX Motor partnered with Borouge, a leading petrochemicals company specializing in polyolefin solutions, to advance sustainable mobility based on advanced polyolefin innovation, designed to meet the needs of drivers in the Middle East and around the world.
In the partnership, ROX Motor and Borouge will wor

On May 16, WeRide launched fully driverless robotaxi trial operations in Abu Dhabi, the first deployment of its kind in the Middle East. Starting this quarter, a fleet of WeRide’s robotaxis will be piloted on public roads without a safety driver. 
Commercial driverless rides and additional service areas will be intro

On May 14, Cadillac Middle East announced the arrival of the 2025 Cadillac Optiq, the brand’s first all-electric SUV in the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait, and it will expand to additional markets later in the product lifecycle. 
The vehicle is powered by a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system that produces 300 hp of m

On May 9, Voyah, a Dongfeng Motor Corporation (DFMC) sub-brand, launched its brand in the UAE, marking its entry into the Middle East market. The company also opened its flagship store in Abu Dhabi and began selling the Voyah FREE and Voyah Dream, priced at around RMB 364,000 and RMB 550,000.
As Voyah grows in Europe

On May 8, GAC International launched its new energy models, Hyptec HT, Aion ES, and flagship electric supercar Hyptec SSR, in the Middle East market during an event at the Dubai Expo Exhibition Center.
The new models will cover a wide price range across luxury, family, and high-performance segments, filling the gap i

On May 8, the Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, announced a significant investment in electric vehicle infrastructure. Several operators have been appointed to manage EV charging stations under public-private partnership (PPP) contracts.