Sharjah Taxi has started testing Chinese Skywell electric vehicles for its limousine service.
The tests, which started in early June at Sharjah International Airport, will evaluate Skywell's advantages and suitability for its luxury fleet, based on its comfort, safety and security standards.
Earlier this year, Dubai Taxi Corporation announced a three-month trial of the Skywell SUV model to assess its suitability for its fleet.
The Skywell ET5 SUV gives a range of 520km and charges from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in 40 minutes.
The popularity of Chinese cars in the UAE has grown sharply in recent months, with one manufacturer, MG, revealed by Yallamotors as the fourth highest-selling brand in the Emirates from January to March.
Suhail Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, last week said the UAE plans to have fifty per cent electric vehicles on the roads by 2050. He also announced plans to develop a new network of electric vehicle charging stations across the country.
Sharjah Taxi, a part of Osool Transport Solutions, said it is expanding the number of electric charging stations across the emirate to cater for various electric vehicles. It also plans to explore other EV vehicle models.
“This vehicle aligns with our commitment to providing environmentally friendly transportation and reflects our dedication to sustainability and environmental preservation,” said Khaled Al Kindi, acting general manager of Osool Transport Solutions, which is a subsidiary of Sharjah Asset Management.
The testing is part of Sharjah's goal of achieving carbon-free public transportation by 2050.
In March, Sharjah's Roads and Transport Authority added 10 Tesla Model 3 cars to its ranks.
Sharjah Taxi announced in October plans to convert 60 per cent of its fleet to hybrid vehicles by the end of 2022, as part of a wider plan to convert all cars to environmentally friendly means.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority in February announced that all taxis would be eco-friendly by 2027, meaning all public transport cars will be hybrid, electric or hydrogen-powered by the end of the five-year plan.
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All couples are unique and have to create a financial blueprint that is most suitable for their relationship, says Vijay Valecha, chief investment officer at Century Financial. He offers his top five tips for couples to better manage their finances.
Discuss your assets and debts: When married, it’s important to understand each other’s personal financial situation. It’s necessary to know upfront what each party brings to the table, as debts and assets affect spending habits and joint loan qualifications. Discussing all aspects of their finances as a couple prevents anyone from being blindsided later.
Decide on the financial/saving goals: Spouses should independently list their top goals and share their lists with one another to shape a joint plan. Writing down clear goals will help them determine how much to save each month, how much to put aside for short-term goals, and how they will reach their long-term financial goals.
Set a budget: A budget can keep the couple be mindful of their income and expenses. With a monthly budget, couples will know exactly how much they can spend in a category each month, how much they have to work with and what spending areas need to be evaluated.
Decide who manages what: When it comes to handling finances, it’s a good idea to decide who manages what. For example, one person might take on the day-to-day bills, while the other tackles long-term investments and retirement plans.
Money date nights: Talking about money should be a healthy, ongoing conversation and couples should not wait for something to go wrong. They should set time aside every month to talk about future financial decisions and see the progress they’ve made together towards accomplishing their goals.
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The two riders are among several riders in the UAE to receive the top payment of £10,000 under the Thank You Fund of £16 million (Dh80m), which was announced in conjunction with Deliveroo's £8 billion (Dh40bn) stock market listing earlier this year.
The £10,000 (Dh50,000) payment is made to those riders who have completed the highest number of orders in each market.
There are also riders who will receive payments of £1,000 (Dh5,000) and £500 (Dh2,500).
All riders who have worked with Deliveroo for at least one year and completed 2,000 orders will receive £200 (Dh1,000), the company said when it announced the scheme.
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