In a major boost to the UAE’s electric mobility goals, BYD has signed a contract to supply 200 all-electric BYD Seal sedans to the Dubai Taxi Company (DTC). The move is part of Dubai’s ambitious plan to achieve 100 percent fleet electrification by 2040, aligning with the emirate’s broader Net Zero 2050 vision.
The newly contracted BYD Seals will join a growing fleet of zero-emission taxis already operating in Dubai, including hundreds of Tesla Model 3s, Model S, and Model X vehicles introduced by both DTC and other operators like Economic Group Holdings.
With more than 9,000 vehicles in its fleet, DTC currently reports that 86 percent of its taxis are environmentally friendly. The addition of BYD vehicles marks another milestone in its sustainability efforts.
The BYD Seal, a sleek electric sedan, boasts an impressive range of up to 600 km on a single charge. It features cell-to-body battery integration, enhancing structural safety and energy efficiency. Though DTC has not disclosed the specific variant it will deploy, the RWD version accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the AWD trim can achieve the same in just 3.8 seconds—ideal for swift city commutes or tourist dashes across Dubai’s landmarks.
This isn’t DTC’s first step into e-mobility. In late 2024, the company added 250 electric taxis, while in 2023, Arabia Taxi acquired 269 Tesla Model 3s. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) began its EV taxi journey in 2017 with 172 Teslas.
With increasing investments in clean transportation, Dubai is cementing its status as a global leader in sustainable urban mobility.
