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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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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...

UAE air taxi regulations
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Driving Licence Now Recognised in 34 Countries

What happened?The UAE Ministry of Interior announced that the UAE driving licence is now recognised in 34 countries and international destinations under the...

Dubai autonomous taxi operating on a road in Umm Suqeim as part of RTA's public driverless transport service.
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai’s Free Autonomous Taxi Service Is Live — Here’s How to Book Your First Ride

What happened?Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched free autonomous taxi services for the public in Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah. Who is...

Abu Dhabi autonomous vehicle licence plates
Abu Dhabi Local NewsAutomotive

Abu Dhabi launches first licence plates for autonomous vehicles

What happened?Abu Dhabi has introduced its first dedicated licence plates for autonomous vehicles, featuring separate designs for commercial self-driving services and testing programmes....

Parking at Dubai Harbour is now cashless as Salik launches automatic parking payments
AutomotiveLocal News

Parking at Dubai Harbour is now cashless as Salik launches automatic parking payments

What happened?Dubai Harbour has introduced a cashless parking system at Harbour West Car Park, allowing motorists to pay parking charges automatically through their...

Abandoned vehicle parked in a public parking area in Dubai during the summer travel season.
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai warns of Dh500 fine for abandoned vehicles this summer

What happened?Dubai Municipality has warned residents against leaving vehicles unattended in public spaces for long periods during the summer travel season, with offenders...

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