On July 3, AD Ports Group, and Zhejiang Provincial Seaport Investment & Operation Group Co., Ltd. (Ningbo Zhoushan Port Group) entered into a preliminary strategic agreement to establish a comprehensive automotive logistics ecosystem connecting Chinese manufacturing capabilities with Middle Eastern, Central Asian, an

On July 2, Geely Auto launched the new luxury SUV Monjaro and the all-electric SUV Geely EX5 in the UAE, marking the EX5’s official entry into the Gulf regions’ new energy vehicle market. It is built on Geely’s advanced GEA platform. The Monjaro offers enhanced comfort, smart tech, and a refined driving experience. G

On July 3, Volvo Buses, in partnership with local distributor Al-Futtaim Auto & Machinery Company (FAMCO), secured a major contract with Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) to supply 76 Volvo B13RLE double-decker buses. The deal marks the introduction of the advanced Volvo B13R Euro 6 chassis in Dubai.
The orde

On July 2, MAN Trucks announced that the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has ordered 400 MAN Lion's City buses to improve its public transport system. The deal was signed at the UITP Summit in Hamburg with United Motors & Heavy Equipment Co. LLC, Dubai.
The agreement builds on RTA’s strong partnership wi

On June 30, Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) announced that Autoworld International FZCO, a leading regional distributor for India’s Bajaj Auto Ltd, is investing AED 45 million to develop a new logistics and distribution hub in Jafza, UAE. It will serve rapidly growing markets across Africa and the Middle East with afford

On June 26, Chevrolet unveiled the all-new 2026 Groove, with a bold new design, a redefined trim strategy, and a stronger focus on power, comfort, connectivity, and safety.
The Chevrolet Groove is an entry-level SUV built in China and based on the Baojun 510.
The 2026 Groove is powered by a 1.5L turbocharged engine,

On June 21, Al Fahim Group announced its partnership with Roewe, a leading Chinese automotive brand under SAIC Motor, expanding its automotive portfolio.
Roewe offers a wide range of sedans, SUVs, hybrids, and electric vehicles across petrol, ICE, DMH, and full-EV platforms.
Based on AL Fahim social media update

On June 24, Nissan unveiled the all-new Nissan Patrol NISMO at an exclusive event in Dubai, marking its world premiere alongside the regional debut of the latest Nissan Z NISMO.
The new Nissan Patrol NISMO, tuned specifically for Middle Eastern customers, features a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 engine producing 495 hp of power

On June 20, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) signed four major agreements to procure 637 buses equipped with Euro 6 engines, at a total value of AED 1.1 billion, at UITP summit held in Hamburg, Germany. The buses will be delivered in 2025 and 2026.
The agreements include the supply of 40 zero-emission electric

On June 16, WeRide signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Uber Technologies, Inc. Under the agreement, pilot operations of autonomous vehicles will commence later this year via the Uber app in Dubai. This signing formalizes WeRide's partnership with Uber and RT

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