Abu Dhabi taxis go green as hybrid and electric fleet hits 99%

Gulf News · Abdulla Rasheed · 2026-11-02 06:54 UTC

A comprehensive strategy to build a green, smart mobility ecosystem that supports the emirate’s ambition to achieve climate neutrality by 2050

The milestone reflects Abu Dhabi's shift towards reduced reliance on fossil fuels

Abu Dhabi has stepped up its transition towards a more sustainable transport system, with low-emission, hybrid and electric vehicles now accounting for approximately 99 per cent of the emirate’s total taxi fleet, which comprises more than 6,147 vehicles. The milestone highlights the accelerating adoption of environmentally friendly mobility solutions and efforts to reduce reliance on conventional fuels.

In a significant environmental achievement reflecting the UAE capital’s accelerating progress towards leadership in sustainable mobility, approximately 99 per cent of Abu Dhabi’s taxi fleet now consists of environmentally friendly vehicles, including hybrids and fully electric cars. This places Abu Dhabi among the leading global cities driving the transition towards lower carbon emissions in public transport.

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