NIO, a global leader in premium smart electric vehicles, is redefining how drivers in the UAE power their EVs with the successful deployment of its Power Swap Station technology. Offering a seamless alternative to conventional charging, NIO’s patented battery swapping technology enables users to receive a charged battery in as little as 3 minutes.

This advanced infrastructure provides a faster and more energy efficient solution compared to traditional EV charging, addressing two of the biggest challenges facing EV adoption in the UAE: long charging times and limited charger availability.

The system is fully automated, from autonomously parking inside the station, to removing and replacing the discharged battery and a complete health check is performed on the battery, motor, and electric systems. Every swapped battery is charged under optimal conditions and monitored to ensure peak performance and safety.

The five key benefits of battery swapping are:

• As fast as refuelling, a battery swap only takes 3 minutes
• Hassle-free and automated swap, without leaving the car
• Every swap is a health check, ensuring every battery is in Full system health check at every swap
• Optimized charging for longer battery lifespan
• A swappable battery is more easily reused or recycled

The UAE’s first Power Swap Station was officially opened in February 2025, located at Yas Marina Circuit. Since then, around 15% of NIO users in the UAE are actively battery swapping, a number which will continue to grow as more stations are added to the network. This reflects genuine user adoption and an increasing preference among local users.

Unlike conventional charging, that, due to charging curves, slows as the battery nears full capacity, battery swapping provides a charged replacement instantly. NIO Power Swap can provide a more efficient energy deliver solution for the user, eliminating delays, making electric vehicles more practical for everyday use.

Comparing swapping to charging, a 100-kilowatt-hour battery from 5% to 95% would typically take:

• 8 hours on 11kW AC – up to 99% time saving via NIO Power Swap Station
• 2 hours on 50kW DC – up to 97% time saving via NIO Power Swap Station
• 45 minutes on 120kW DC – up to 93% time saving via NIO Power Swap Station

To date, more than 1,749 kilowatt-hours of electricity have been delivered through battery swaps. Delivering the same amount of energy with a 120kW DC charger would take around 15 hours, while the Power Swap Station has done it in just 1.4 hours of total swapping time, a tenfold improvement in energy delivery time.

As demand for battery swapping continues to grow, a second NIO Power Swap Station is set to open in Dubai in the coming weeks, with further stations to follow later this year.

NIO’s Power Swap Station reinforces the brand’s alignment with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, which encourages investment in sustainable and innovative mobility solutions designed to support the UAE’s fast-growing population.

Chery marked a new era of global expansion and innovation by unveiling a series of groundbreaking models, technologies, and initiatives at three landmark events, namely: the 2025 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (2025 Shanghai Auto Show), the 2025 Chery Global Business Conference, and Chery’s Hybrid Night & Open-Source Initiative Launch. These events reflected Chery’s bold technological evolution and its vision for a sustainable, intelligent, and family-centric mobility future.

Global Debut of HIMLA Pickup Series: Redefining the Pickup Category

At the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, Chery launched their brand-new HIMLA Series, its first global pickup lineup, signaling a major milestone in the brand’s global strategy. Inspired by the Himalayas, HIMLA embodies resilience and exploration, offering a full range of compact, mid-size, and full-size pickups with gasoline, diesel, and pure electric powertrains.

Backed by 28 years of engineering expertise, HIMLA is tailored for today’s booming global pickup market, projected to surpass 6.3 million units annually by 2030 (IHS). The series addresses four megatrends – passenger-focused comfort, intelligence, premiumization, and new energy adoption – while incorporating the “Global Five-Star Safety Standard” with intelligent driver-assistance and battery safety technologies.

Chery Super Hybrid (CSH): Driving the Future of Electrified Mobility

Chery’s CSH (Chery Super Hybrid) technology made its public debut in three all-new TIGGO models: TIGGO 7 CSH, TIGGO 8 CSH, and TIGGO 9 CSH. Showcased alongside the CSH Open-Source Initiative, this represents a major leap for Chery from technology follower to global hybrid leader. Underpinned by the proprietary “4H1S” global hybrid standard (high efficiency, high performance, high intelligence, high safety, and strong off-road capabilities), CSH features a next-gen hybrid engine with 46.5% thermal efficiency, DHT230/280 transmissions, and class-leading energy management systems. In dynamic demonstrations, TIGGO 9 CSH and ARRIZO 8 CSH achieved an industry-record 1,400 km range and 4.2L/100km fuel efficiency in charge-depleting mode. Chery also revealed a world-first hybrid engine with over 48% thermal efficiency, further cementing its leadership in green technology.

The CSH Open-Source Initiative: Global Collaboration for Sustainable Mobility

Pioneering industry transparency, Chery officially launched the CSH Open-Source Initiative, offering core hybrid patents and calling for the formation of a global hybrid technology ecosystem. This initiative represents a shift from “product export” to “technology symbiosis,” aiming to foster international collaboration, talent co-development, and technical standard-setting.

With the release of the “Chery Global Hybrid Technology Standard Declaration”, jointly developed with CATARC, Chery is positioning itself at the center of future sustainable mobility.

Boundless Living: Chery Reimagines Family Mobility

In a major lifestyle-focused initiative, Chery unveiled “Boundless Living”, showcasing how versatile space design and CSH V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) technology create immersive travel and living experiences. Four customized TIGGO displays brought family scenarios to life, from mobile workshops and pet-friendly cabins, to V2L-powered camping zones.

TIGGO 8’s 1,930L cargo space, TIGGO 7’s in-vehicle cinema, and advanced features like “Power Reserve” mode highlighted how Chery is delivering energy-efficient, worry-free experiences for modern families.

AiMOGA Robot: From Digital Persona to Real-World Intelligent Assistant

Chery also made headlines with the international debut of its humanoid AiMOGA Robot, now live at a 4S dealership in Kuala Lumpur. Originally conceived as a digital avatar named “Mornine,” AiMOGA has evolved into a fully functional, intelligent service assistant, capable of vehicle walkthroughs, multilingual interaction, and autonomous navigation.

Co-developed with AiMOGA Labs, the robot integrates CheryGPT and DeepSeek AI to bridge automotive and robotics technology, marking Chery’s transformation from intelligent manufacturing to intelligent service.

CHERY FAMILY CARE: A New Benchmark in Global Service

Further emphasizing its commitment to user-centric mobility, Chery launched CHERY FAMILY CARE, a new global service brand built on dual pillars: “Five Heartwarming Cares” (convenience-focused) and “Five Worry-free Cares” (professional assurance). This marks a strategic shift from product globalization to service localization, with 24/7 support, transparent pricing, and a growing international service training network. The brand’s slogan, “Always with You”, reflects Chery’s dedication to holistic, lifelong customer support in over 110 countries.

Looking Ahead: Chery’s Next Chapter

In 2025, Chery will launch 19 hybrid models across HEV, PHEV, and REEV segments, supported by global R&D centers and 16 million users worldwide. Its theme, “Navigating the Future”, was evident across all events, from endurance challenges and platform debuts to collaborative innovation.

“Chery is not just building vehicles. We are redefining lifestyles,” said Zhu Shaodong, Executive Vice President of Chery International. “Through technological breakthroughs and global partnerships, we are making premium mobility more accessible, sustainable, and intelligent.”

From his end, Zaher Sabagh, Director of Chery UAE commented: “Chery has managed to spearhead innovation in the global automotive sector at an accelerated pace over the last 5 years, leveraging a legacy of over 20 years in strategic planning and Research & Development. At Chery UAE, we look ahead with great anticipation, knowing that we will be able to introduce Chery’s global innovations, models and initiatives soon to the UAE market, setting the foundation for a new chapter for the automotive industry in the country, in partnership with AW Rostamani. Our ambitions are sky-high and possibilities are endless: expect Chery to revolutionize the driving journey”.

Marking a pivotal year in its transformation, General Motors (GM) Middle East is charging ahead toward the future of mobility as it brings to the region the widest range of electric vehicles and activates its personal autonomous future across various propulsions with GM’s award-winning advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), Super Cruise enabled by OnStar, spanning Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac.

From attainable stylish utility models, capable off-roaders to bespoke ultra-luxury coupes, GM is committed to offering an EV for every wallet and redefining what customers can expect from their vehicles today and into the future. The diverse lineup offers industry-leading driving range and is powered by advanced software and connectivity through OnStar. GM will also introduce Super Cruise to the region, paving the way towards autonomous driving, and available across the majority of GM’s EV and internal combustion engines (ICE) portfolio.  

With customers at the center of its strategy and recognizing that EV adoption and connectivity will vary across markets, GM’s portfolio will be a mix of electric vehicles alongside its internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to ensure greater flexibility to meet diverse customer preferences. The key additions to GM’s EV portfolio include the Chevrolet Spark EUV, Chevrolet Equinox EV, Cadillac’s first compact SUV electric vehicle in the region OPTIQ, which will be followed by LYRIQ, VISTIQ, ESCALADE IQ and ESCALADE IQL. With the youthful and fun Chevrolet Spark EUV being the entry-level EV to GM’s vast lineup, the manufacturer is also offering several mid-range options, such as the Chevrolet Equinox EV to drive mass adoption.

Moreover, many of GM’s next-gen EVs will be equipped with a turnkey home solution charging unit and intelligent battery technology that gives customers real-time data through their vehicle mobile apps Once activated this includes EV target charge level, stop-charge commands, and a smarter, more intuitive location experience to find electric charging stations seamlessly. 

Through a smart mobility lens, GM is introducing the first true hands-free driving technology for the highway – Super Cruise, a foundational technology for GM’s personal autonomous future, in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), powered by OnStar. OnStar is GM’s pioneering in-vehicle connectivity technology and is offered across gas-powered and all-electric vehicles in connected markets. Connectivity is essential for Super Cruise, ensuring that drivers have access to real-time communication and assistance that enable the safest hands-free driving experience ever. Super Cruise is also the first and only hands-free ADAS to offer hands-free trailering, a common practice across the Gulf by many adventurous customers. 

Super Cruise requires a combination of cameras, radars, GPS and high-definition LiDAR maps to keep the vehicle centered in the lane while providing a hands-free driving experience. Therefore, GM is the first to obtain the licenses required to commence digital LiDAR mapping across the region to ready Middle Eastern roads for GM’s 2026 range of models equipped with Super Cruise.

Jack Uppal, President and Managing Director, GM Africa and Middle East said: “This year, we are delivering on our promise and vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, Zero Congestion with software at the heart of our future. We’re accelerating our electric vehicle rollout with new models arriving at an impressive pace empowered by innovative battery platforms that enable an unparalleled customer experience when coupled with connected services. This is our goal toward zero tailpipe emissions as well as zero crashes as we bring technologies that reduce human error, thereby, preventing road accidents. Together, with our industry-first true hands-free Super Cruise technology, we are envisioning a future where our roads and vehicles are much safer, and cities are less congested to give customers back precious time. In the meantime, our ICE and electric vehicles will coexist, because our customers will ultimately define the pace of the transition. Now more than ever, we are committed to building and bringing world-class products our customers love, honoring our 99 years legacy in this region.”

Luis De La Cruz, Managing Director of OnStar and Digital Services, GM Africa & Middle East, added, “With the introduction of Super Cruise, we are marking a significant step toward personally autonomous vehicle (PAV) driving. General Motors is working closely with governments and regulatory frameworks to bring these enhanced safety features to support a future with Zero Crashes and Zero Congestion. GM has already completed Super Cruise mapping in Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, and is actively expanding this technology across additional connected countries, further strengthening GM’s portfolio in the Middle East.”

As part of its ongoing commitment to educate the community on what the future of mobility will look like, GM Africa and Middle East is launching the #ZeroLimits campaign, a bold regional initiative that engages and empowers the public with knowledge, while reinforcing GM’s commitment to an accessible, inspiring future of mobility. Featuring expert insights, local voices, and real-world tools, the campaign fosters meaningful dialogue and connects innovation to everyday life.

Vehicles are just one part of the equation. Infrastructure development is a critical pillar in the Middle East’s transition to sustainable transportation. GM is actively collaborating with governments and industry stakeholders to advance national electrification and smart mobility goals. Through turnkey charging solutions, GM will accelerate EV adoption across the region, while also shaping regulatory frameworks and policies that foster innovation.