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Imagine Dragons set to headline F1 after-race concerts

Thu, 21 May 2026

Ethara has announced that one of the world’s biggest bands, Imagine Dragons, will headline the After-Race Concerts at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday, December 5.

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Bolt expands ride-hailing service into Abu Dhabi

Mon, 18 May 2026

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), a leading provider of mobility services in Dubai, and its strategic partner Bolt today announced the entry of Bolt’s ride-hailing services in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant step in the partnership’s expansion across the UAE.

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Dubai Taxi Company to acquire National Taxi for $394.8m

Wed, 13 May 2026

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai, on Wednesday announced that it has entered into a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire 100% of the share capital of National Taxi, one of the UAE’s established taxi operators with operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Al Ain for a total enterprise value of AED1.45 billion ($394.83 million).

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ROX to set up Advanced AI Manufacturing Centre for luxury vehicles in KEZAD

Thu, 07 May 2026

ROX, a premium automotive manufacturer specialising in intelligent new energy vehicle, has announced a strategic agreement with Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi - KEZAD Group to establish the Middle East’s first Advanced AI Manufacturing Centre for luxury vehicles.

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Nissan Z Heritage Edition debuts in Middle East

Tue, 05 May 2026

Nissan has announced the arrival of the new 2026 Nissan Z Heritage Edition in the Middle East, marking the regional debut of a special edition that celebrates the brand’s performance heritage.

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Global sales of electric cars weaken in Q1, says report

Sat, 02 May 2026

Global sales of electric cars weakened during the first quarter with the top markets of China and US leading the sales decline. In 43 key markets analysed by the consulting firm PwC, the number of electric cars sold was 1% lower than in the same period in 2025, at just under 2.7 million.

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Parkin, Glydways tie-up to integrate autonomous mobility into Dubai’s parking network

Wed, 29 Apr 2026

A new partnership between Parkin, the largest provider of paid public parking facilities and services in Dubai, Glydways, the first company providing Flow Networks (AV2.0) to global cities, will integrate autonomous mobility into Dubai’s parking network.

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BlueFive Capital acquires strategic Porsche stake in iconic JV Bugatti Rimac

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

BlueFive Capital, a global investment platform based in Abu Dhabi, has announced that its consortium has entered into a deal with luxury auto brand Porsche to acquire its entire stake in Bugatti Rimac, a joint venture set up in 2021 to serve as home to the iconic Bugatti brand.

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Formula 1 returns to Türkiye’s Istanbul Park from 2027

Fri, 24 Apr 2026

Formula 1 today announced that the Turkish Grand Prix will return to the FIA Formula One World Championship from 2027, with Istanbul Park confirmed on the calendar through the 2031 season following a new agreement with Türkiye’s Ministry of Youth and Sports.

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Dubai Taxi Company expands fleet with 600 new taxi plates

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC), a leading provider of comprehensive mobility solutions in Dubai, has acquired another 600 new licence taxi plates through the latest auction conducted by the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).