Dubai: Residents applaud emirate’s plans to expand public car charging stations by 170%

Dubai: Residents applaud emirate’s plans to expand public car charging stations by 170%

UAE - Residents of Dubai are applauding government's decision to substantially enhance the public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the emirate. The authorities have set a target of increasing the number of charging stations by 170 per cent in the coming years. This move has been met with widespread approval from residents, as it aligns Dubai's commitment to providing a compelling eco-friendly dimension to its world-leading driving experience. By expanding the electric vehicle (EV) charging network through this ambitious plan, Dubai aims to attract a larger customer base and further establish itself as a global leader in promoting eco-friendly transportation. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Canadian expat Mays Alalem said: "We bought an electric vehicle four years ago; initially, we were quite hesitant because of all the issues related to charging the vehicle. In retrospect, that's the best investment we've ever made. It saves us so much money, unlike our second car. "The UAE has always promoted electric vehicles, so the parking and charging stations at the malls were free. Now, even when we have to pay for charging, it costs us less than a dirham or a maximum of Dh2 to charge our car. It's really convenient. "We drove