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The Volkswagen ID4 is one of the most popular electric cars for people to search for on Dubizzle. Photo: Wikipedia
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The demand for electric cars in particular has intensified because of a shortage in the supply of new cars, coupled with escalating fuel prices. AP
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The Tesla Model 3 is one of the most popular used electric vehicles to buy in the UAE. Photo: EPA
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There are four Tesla charging stations located at Masdar Park in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
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The Volkswagen ID6. Photo: Wikipedia
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The Tesla Model X is one of the most sought after electric cars on Dubizzle. Photo: Wikimedia commons
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The Volkswagen ID4 is one of the most popular electric cars for people to search for on Dubizzle. Photo: Wikipedia
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The demand for electric cars in particular has intensified because of a shortage in the supply of new cars, coupled with escalating fuel prices. AP
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The Tesla Model 3 is one of the most popular used electric vehicles to buy in the UAE. Photo: EPA
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There are four Tesla charging stations located at Masdar Park in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
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The Volkswagen ID6. Photo: Wikipedia
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The Tesla Model X is one of the most sought after electric cars on Dubizzle. Photo: Wikimedia commons
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The Volkswagen ID4 is one of the most popular electric cars for people to search for on Dubizzle. Photo: Wikipedia
UAE aims for 50% electric vehicles on roads by 2050
A network of charging stations will also be introduced across the country
Jessica Morgan
13 July, 2023
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