Author: Karim Belkacem

Tesla will formally enter the African market on Feb. 6 with the opening of its first location in Morocco, marking a new phase in the automaker’s global expansion. The launch event will be held at Anfaplace Mall in Casablanca, where Tesla will introduce the Model 3 and Model Y to Moroccan customers. The two models now form Tesla’s core lineup following the discontinuation of the Model S and Model X and account for the majority of the company’s global sales. See also: Tesla Fremont Manufacturing Director Benjamin Bate Departs After Eight Years “We are delighted to invite you to our…

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), a unit of Daimler Truck, has introduced its all-electric eCanter light-duty truck to the United Arab Emirates, expanding its electric commercial vehicle lineup in the Middle East. The launch was held in Dubai in partnership with Al Habtoor Motors, the authorised distributor for FUSO in the UAE. The eCanter is aimed at urban logistics, municipal services and last-mile delivery operations, offering zero local emissions and reduced noise in city environments. The eCanter is Japan’s first mass-produced electric light-duty truck and is based on FUSO’s established light-truck platform. It is available with multiple battery…

Baidu’s autonomous driving unit Apollo Go and UAE-based mobility company K2 have launched a fully driverless ride-hailing service on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, marking the start of commercial robotaxi operations without a human safety driver in the emirate. The service, operated through K2’s AutoGo app, follows the granting of one of Abu Dhabi’s first permits for fully autonomous commercial operations in mid-November 2025. The initial rollout is limited to Yas Island, a major leisure and entertainment district, with phased expansion planned across other parts of the city. See also: Baidu’s Apollo Go Expands Robotaxi Operations to Around 20 Chinese…

Delta Electronics has launched a new 350-kilowatt high-power charging system for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, expanding its portfolio of fast-charging solutions for electric passenger cars and commercial vehicles. The new HPC 350 charger is designed to support battery-electric cars, buses, trucks and fleet vehicles, with a focus on locations where grid capacity is limited but demand for high charging power is growing. Delta said the system combines ultra-fast charging with intelligent energy management to improve flexibility for operators. See also: Delta Charge Raises $4.3 Million to Expand Battery-Backed Truck Charging in Europe The charging solution consists of a…

CATL, the world’s largest electric vehicle battery maker, has opened a new energy after-sales service facility in Riyadh, marking a significant step in its expansion across the Middle East as demand for electric vehicles and energy storage systems grows in the region. The facility, which opened on Saturday, is CATL’s first new energy after-sales service center in the Middle East and currently its largest outside China, the company said in a statement. Named the Ning Service Experience Center, the site spans more than 7,000 square metres and is designed to provide full-lifecycle after-sales support for batteries used in electric vehicles…

China’s new energy vehicle maker BYD has formally entered the Iraqi automotive market, holding a brand launch event in Baghdad on Dec. 24 to mark its official debut, the company said in a statement. The launch comes despite several BYD models already being available in Iraq through earlier channels. At the event, the automaker introduced the Shark 6, a hybrid pickup known as the Shark in several overseas markets. The model is not sold in China’s domestic market. Before the official launch, BYD said it had already offered seven models in Iraq, comprising three plug-in hybrid electric vehicles and four…

Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide and Uber Technologies have launched public robotaxi services in Dubai, allowing passengers to book autonomous rides directly through the Uber app, the companies said, as the emirate pushes to expand self-driving transport. The rollout is being carried out in coordination with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and initially covers parts of Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah, two busy districts near major tourist and residential areas. Riders can access the service by selecting the “Autonomous” option within the Uber application. See also: WeRide and Uber Launch Fully Driverless Robotaxi Service in Abu Dhabi The launch follows…