DUBAI: The Dubai International Electric Vehicle Exhibition and Conference 2026 will open tomorrow at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai. The event will continue until Thursday.
Organised in partnership with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and China EV100, the exhibition is expected to attract more than 18,000 visitors. More than 100 local and international companies, government authorities and organisations will participate, alongside over 20 business partners and around 120 speakers representing the transport, technology and energy sectors.
Participating exhibitors include Al Ghurair, Al Habtoor, Al-Futtaim, FUSO, MINI, Xiaomi, EXEED, Zeekr, smart, XPeng, Mitsubishi, Makita, Al Rostamani and Al Wathba Insurance. Energy, electric mobility and technology specialists such as EcoRide, Eleky, WeRide, SAVI and QVolt will also take part.
The exhibition will showcase electric vehicles for personal use, public transport and logistics, alongside autonomous driving technologies and smart safety systems. Visitors will have the opportunity to attend technical demonstrations and test drives and explore developments in battery technology, fast and ultra-fast charging, energy management, smart charging and infrastructure supporting the wider adoption of electric vehicles.
The event will bring together decision-makers, industry leaders, investors and experts to discuss the future of electric, smart and sustainable mobility, explore investment and cooperation opportunities, and establish direct connections among companies, suppliers and investors.
Over three days, the conference will feature discussions on artificial intelligence in transport systems, autonomous driving, ultra-fast charging networks, the electrification of transport and logistics fleets, and policies and legislation supporting sustainable mobility.
The opening day will feature sessions on the future of electric mobility, the use of artificial intelligence in airports and logistics, eco-friendly taxis, smart transport and autonomous driving. It will also host the UAE-China Industrial Cooperation Forum on green and smart mobility, focusing on industrial partnerships, knowledge exchange and the development of future mobility solutions.
