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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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Dubai EV charging network
AutomotiveLocal News

How Is Dubai Transforming Its EV Infrastructure with 200+ Ultrafast Charging Points?

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) have inaugurated an ultrafast charging hub featuring 24 next-generation chargers capable of...

ART Elite Lease-to-Own UAE
AutomotiveLocal News

ART Elite Car Rental Announces Its Fleet Expansion with 300+ Jetour Vehicles

ART Elite has expanded its UAE operations with more than 300 new Jetour vehicles and the launch of two new mobility programs designed...

Dubai Police car modification warning during UAE summer heat
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai Police Warn Drivers Against Illegal Car Modifications as Summer Temperatures Soar

Dubai Police are urging motorists to avoid illegal vehicle modifications and carry out regular maintenance during the summer season. Authorities say unauthorised alterations...

UAE petrol prices July 2026
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Petrol Prices Could Drop in July After Four Months of Increases

UAE petrol prices are expected to decrease in July 2026 after four consecutive monthly increases. Global oil prices have fallen sharply during June...

Dubai driver training institutes
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai Opens 5 New Areas for Driver Training Institutes

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved five new locations for driver training institutes and their branches across the emirate. The move...

Aerial view of a multi level highway interchange and skyscrapers in Dubai, where Salik rates in Dubai apply at toll gates
AutomotiveLocal News

Salik Rates in Dubai 2026: What Drivers Pay With 5% VAT

The base Salik rates in Dubai are the same as before, but since 1 June 2026 every toll crossing and tag activation fee...

UAE petrol prices June 2026
AutomotiveLocal News

What Are the New UAE Petrol Prices for June 2026?

The UAE has announced its fuel prices for June 2026, and motorists across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates are set...

UAE new rules 2026 including visa updates, business laws, fake news penalties, and residency changes
AutomotiveUAE Facts

UAE’s New Rules in 2026: Visa Changes, Business Laws, Traffic Updates and More

Life in the UAE moves fast, and so do its rules. In 2026, the country will roll out a wide range of new...

UAE Fuel Prices for May 2026 Announced After April Surge
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Fuel Prices for May 2026 Announced After April Surge

The UAE fuel prices for May 2026 have officially been announced, following a noticeable spike in April that caught the attention of residents...

Salik to Roll Out Valet Parking Payments Across UAE
AutomotiveLocal News

Salik to Roll Out Valet Parking Payments Across UAE

Dubai’s toll operator Salik is expanding its services beyond highways, introducing a new way to pay for valet parking across the UAE. Starting...

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