The UAE ranks in the top 10 globally for the readiness of markets for electric mobility

The UAE ranks in the top 10 globally for the readiness of markets for electric mobility

- UAE government's focus on infrastructure readiness is accelerating the pace of electric vehicle adoption

Dubai, UAE: Accelerated by the increasing threat of climate change, interest in electric mobility has escalated over the last four years, both within companies and across societies, according to the findings of a new study conducted by Arthur D. Little (ADL), the leading management consultancy firm with the longest-standing presence in the Middle East region. The report analyzes market drivers for electric vehicles (EVs) and evaluates overall readiness across markets.

The Global Electric Mobility Readiness Index – Gemrix 2022 finds that there has been a massive jump in Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption worldwide. Governments across the Middle East region are accelerating development of EV technology with Saudi Arabia’s pledge to become carbon neutral by 2060 and have 30% of vehicles in Riyadh electric by 2030. The UAE, with an aim to become carbon neutral by 2050, ranks 8th globally in terms of readiness for electric mobility.

Joseph Salem, Partner and Travel and Transportation Practice Lead at Arthur D. Little Middle East said: “Governments in the Middle East are increasing receptive to EV technology on the roads with the UAE ranking high in readiness for electric mobility. Through the