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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 autonomous heavy vehicles
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai RTA Approves Framework for Autonomous Heavy Vehicles with Pilot Routes Across Logistics Hubs

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a detailed regulatory framework for the operation of autonomous heavy vehicles. The move represents a...

Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport 2025
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai Accelerates Autonomous Mobility at World Congress 2025

Dubai is preparing to host the fourth edition of the World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport on September 24–25, 2025, at the...

Tensor Robocar Dubai
AutomotiveLocal News

Tensor Robocar Dubai: World’s First Personal Self-Driving Vehicle Arrives

Dubai continues to push the boundaries of innovation with the arrival of the Tensor Robocar, a personal self-driving vehicle that promises to change...

autonomous delivery vehicle Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Local NewsAutomotive

Abu Dhabi Issues First Licence Plate for Self-Driving Delivery Vehicle

Abu Dhabi has officially introduced its first licence plate for a self-driving delivery vehicle, launching a pilot programme in Masdar City. The move...

Abu Dhabi Police random road stops
Abu Dhabi Local NewsAutomotive

Abu Dhabi Police caution drivers: Random road stops can turn fatal

Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh warning to motorists, urging them to avoid stopping randomly in the middle of active lanes. Officers...

UAE petrol prices September 2025
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Petrol Prices: September 2025 Update for Drivers in Dubai

Motorists across Dubai and the wider UAE are awaiting the official confirmation of fuel rates for September 2025. The monthly review, managed by...

UAE black points reduction
AutomotiveLocal News

RAK Police Offer Drivers Four Black Point Reduction on First Day of School

With the new academic year now underway, traffic patrols were out in full force across Ras Al Khaimah to ease congestion and safeguard...

Dubai EV charging stations
AutomotiveLocal News

Dubai to Add 200 Ultra-Fast EV Charging Stations by 2025 under Parkin–e& Deal

Dubai is set to see a major boost in its electric vehicle infrastructure. Parkin Company PJSC has entered a 10-year agreement with charge&go...

Free Salik trips Q2 2025
AutomotiveLocal News

Free Salik Trips Surge Nearly 50% in Q2 as Dubai Drivers Adjust Travel Habits

Dubai motorists are changing the way they commute, with free Salik trips rising by almost 50% in the second quarter of 2025. The...

Riyadh’s Rise Tower Could Surpass Burj Khalifa as the World’s Tallest Skyscraper
Abu Dhabi Local NewsAutomotive

A big change to the Abu Dhabi road toll system is coming

If your travel plans or daily commute involve driving into Abu Dhabi, there is a significant change you need to be aware of....

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