Sheikh Mohammed gives green light for trial of self-driving cars

Announced via the Dubai Ruler’s official Twitter, Sheikh Mohammed tweeted that the UAE has approved ‘the first national license for self-driving cars on the country’s roads.’The licence was granted to a specialized company called WeRide. What’s On had the opportunity to take a spin in one of these self-driving cars back in March 2023. The meeting highlighted important issues including reduced emissions, energy consumption, and the preservation of the quality of roads in the UAE. Earlier this year, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) revealed that self-driving taxis will be trialled in the city, with an aim for an official launch targeting 2023. Images: Sheikh Mohammed Twitter, WeRide/TXAI and What’s On