Question 1

1. What is tariff for charging electric vehicles in Dubai ?

Accepted Answer

As of 2025, charging costs are standardized across the UAE: AED 0.70/kWh for AC charging and AED 1.20/kWh for DC fast charging (plus VAT). Home charging averages AED 0.44/kWh in Dubai. A full charge for a typical fleet vehicle costs between AED 30-50. Read more

Question 2

2. How extensive is the charging infrastructure across Dubai & Abu Dhabi ?

Accepted Answer

Dubai has over 1,270 public charging points through the DEWA and licensed Charge Point Operators, with plans to expand to 1,000+ stations by 2025. Abu Dhabi is installing 1,000 new charging stations at 400 strategic locations. Both emirates offer 24/7 charging availability at malls, hotels, airports, and residential areas.

Question 3

3. What are the incentives available for fleet electrification in UAE ?

Accepted Answer

UAE offers comprehensive incentives including free vehicle registration, Salik toll exemptions, free public parking, zero import duties, and priority processing. Dubai provides free Salik tags and Abu Dhabi offers dedicated EV parking spaces. Commercial fleets also benefit from government mandates requiring EV adoption.

Question 4

4. Can EVs handle UAE's hot climate ?

Accepted Answer

Modern EVs are designed to handle extreme temperatures. While battery performance may be slightly affected in extreme heat, this is offset by efficient air conditioning systems and thermal management. YoCharge has been working with fleet partners for over 2 years now in UAE and fleet operators report consistent performance year-round with proper charging and maintenance.

Question 5

5. How does Fleet Electrification align with UAE's Sustainability goals ?

Accepted Answer

Fleet electrification directly supports the UAE's Net Zero 2050 Strategy and Dubai's Clean Energy Strategy 2050. It helps companies meet ESG requirements, reduce Scope 1 emissions, and prepare for stricter future regulations. The government mandates 30% of government vehicles to be electric by 2030.

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