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Gaurav Prakash

Gaurav is the co-founder of Social Kandura. An entrepreneur, petrolhead and self-confessed tech nerd, he covers what's new in Dubai, from cars and gadgets to the city's latest openings.

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nol Travel card Europcar discount
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai nol Travel Card Holders Can Now Get Up to 40% Off Europcar Car Rentals

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has partnered with global car rental company Europcar to offer nol Travel cardholders discounts of up to...

UAE fuel prices September 2026
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Fuel Prices for September 2026 Announced: How Much Will a Full Tank Cost?

The UAE Fuel Price Committee has announced higher fuel prices for September 2026. Motorists across the UAE will pay an extra Dh0.20 per...

Abu Dhabi abandoned cars and boats
Abu Dhabi Local NewsAutomotive

Abu Dhabi Warns Residents Over Abandoned Cars and Boats in Public Spaces

Abu Dhabi City Municipality has launched a field awareness campaign warning residents, visitors and vehicle and boat owners against leaving cars and boats...

UAE petrol station showing fuel prices as motorists await September 2026 rates
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Petrol Prices Set to Change in September 2026

The UAE is due to announce its petrol and diesel prices for September 2026 before the new rates take effect on September 1....

Dubai Driverless Taxis Are Now Available on Uber
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai Driverless Taxis Are Now Available on Uber: How to Book an Autonomous Ride

Dubai has expanded access to its driverless taxi network by making Baidu Apollo Go’s fully autonomous vehicles available through Uber. The service is...

UAE Accident-Free Day 2026
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Drivers Can Remove 4 Black Points by Driving Safely on First School Day

UAE motorists can qualify to have four black points removed from their traffic records by registering for the Ministry of Interior’s Accident-Free Day...

Dubai Drivers Can Get Free Car Inspections This Summer
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai Drivers Can Get Free Car Inspections This Summer

Dubai motorists can take advantage of free vehicle inspections at ENOC AutoPro centres as part of the Dubai Police-led “Summer Without Accidents 2026”...

Driving Just Got More Expensive! UAE Announces Higher Petrol Prices for August
AutomotiveLocal News

Driving Just Got More Expensive! UAE Announces Higher Petrol Prices for August

What happened?The UAE Fuel Price Committee has increased petrol and diesel prices for August 2026. Who is affected?Motorists, businesses with vehicle fleets, delivery...

Formula 1 cars racing at Sepang International Circuit, which will host the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
AutomotiveSaudi Arabia

Sepang Is Back! Formula 1 Moves Bahrain Grand Prix to Malaysia for 2026

What happened? Formula 1 and the FIA have confirmed that the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix will be held at Malaysia’s Sepang International Circuit...

Dubai phone use while driving fine AED 800
AutomotiveLocal News

A Phone Holder Won’t Save You From Dubai Traffic Fines: What You Need to Know

What happened? Dubai continues to enforce strict penalties for phone use while driving, with new AI-powered detection systems and vehicle impounding rules introduced...

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