Jameel Motors, part of Saudi Arabia’s Abdul Latif Jameel group, is ramping up its efforts to expand its electric commercial vehicle offerings in the UAE, aiming for a full market launch by 2026 amidst government climate initiatives and expanding infrastructure.
Jameel Motors is really stepping up its game in the UAE’s push towards electric commercial vehicles, as pilot programs are gathering momentum with an eye on a full market launch around 2026. The company, which is part of Saudi Arabia’s Abdul Latif Jameel group, is preparing to roll out a complete lineup of Farizon-branded electric trucks, vans, and tractor heads. This move comes amidst a wave of government-led climate initiatives and a growing infrastructure network that are making a stronger business case for electric commercial vehicles, think vans, trucks, and big rigs.
Farizon, by the way, is the new-energy commercial vehicle brand from Geely Holding Group. Jameel Motors took on the role of Farizon’s distributor in the UAE last year and has already opened its first showroom and service center in Dubai. They say they’ll offer the full package, sales, maintenance, and resale support, aimed at logistics companies, passenger transport firms, hospitality businesses, and last-mile delivery players.
In an interview with Zawya Projects, Jameel Motors’ CXO Yousef Hussein explained that the growth of the UAE’s electric commercial vehicle scene is largely driven by key government goals like the Net Zero 2050 Strategy and the National Electric Vehicles Policy. “As the UAE pushes hard towards its sustainability targets,” he noted, “Farizon’s lineup is in a good position to shake up the logistics and transit sectors here.”
Testing in the real world: pilots for validation
Data from the industry shows that big leaps in fleet electrification often happen through carefully targeted pilot programs that put vehicles to the test in daily real-world duties. Jameel confirms that Farizon models are already taking part in various demonstrations across the UAE. These include airline companies experimenting with crew transport and catering logistics, logistics providers testing freight distribution, hospitality businesses trying refrigerated units, limousine and taxi operators exploring passenger mobility, and e-commerce firms evaluating last-mile delivery vans.
“Government and semi-government entities across the UAE have been involved in vehicle showcases and trials,” Hussein said, “which shows a genuine commitment from these institutions to push fleet electrification forward.” He added, these trials help validate which vehicle types and routes are most practical, aiding rapid scaling.
Overcoming main obstacles: finance, maintenance, uptime
Jameel Motors is also addressing the typical hurdles that can slow down EV adoption, like costs, service networks, and vehicle uptime. They’re building a network of partners across financial services, insurance, charging infrastructure, and refrigeration for refrigerated vans. The goal is to make leasing and financing easier, lowering the initial investment burden. Additionally, they’re rolling out dedicated roadside assistance for commercial EV fleets and expanding service centers outside Dubai, which should help minimize vehicle downtime.
“Collaborating with partners,” Hussein explained, “helps spread out costs, ease infrastructure development, and provide flexible packages for fleet operators.” He pointed to a recent partnership with Admiral Mobility to offer leasing and fleet management support, emphasizing this integrated approach aims to tackle the operational and financial challenges often faced by companies transitioning to electric fleets.
Why total costs and regulations matter more than ever
According to Jameel Motors, the logic for switching to electric commercial vehicles now hinges more on total cost of ownership than just the initial purchase price. Battery prices keep falling, maintenance tends to be cheaper, and stricter emissions standards, like expected Euro 6 adoption, are poised to make traditional diesel and petrol vehicles more expensive in the long run.
“While profitability can depend on specific habits like miles driven, duty cycles, energy costs, and maintenance plans,” Hussein said, “many fleets are already finding EVs a pretty attractive option, and that case is only getting stronger.” He also pointed out that depot-based charging works especially well for routes with predictable stops, where optimal planning can lead to better utilization of charging infrastructure and higher uptime.
The infrastructure factor and the so-called tipping point
Jameel Motors anticipates that charging networks will grow rapidly at key logistics hubs, airports, and along main highways as public-private collaborations with transport authorities take shape, likely by 2026. Once enough chargers, funding options, and operational know-how are in place, adoption could really take off.
“The ecosystem forming around commercial EVs suggests the tipping point may arrive sooner than many people think,” Hussein observed. “But ultimately, the main driver for most operators will be practical, operational benefits, not just environmental aspects.”
Product readiness and regional plans
Based on company info and Geely’s official updates, Farizon’s product lineup is being geared up to meet GCC standards and to support regional service networks. At industry events, Jameel Motors has showcased the Farizon SV and H90 light-duty trucks, while Geely ran international test drives of Farizon models during 2025 launches. They also highlight warranty-backed batteries and telematics-enabled after-sales services, clear indications they’re prepared to support B2B clients with test drives, financing options, and service contracts.
What this means for climate tech stakeholders
For investors, infrastructure providers, and fleet operators interested in climate tech, the Jameel–Farizon partnership signals a shift from just small pilots to more comprehensive, integrated commercial offerings. Warranties backed by the manufacturer, leasing arrangements, and depot charging solutions all help reduce operational risk. While government policies and public-private partnerships will play a big role in scaling up, the private sector’s focus on financing, maintenance, and telematics will likely determine just how quickly these pilots evolve into full fleet replacements.
As Jameel Motors moves toward its 2026 target, it’ll be critical to watch how charging infrastructure develops at logistics hubs, what kind of financing products emerge for fleets, and how ongoing pilot programs turn into larger-scale deployments. These indicators should reveal whether the UAE’s commercial EV scene will shift from early trials to mainstream fleet adoption over the next year or so.
Source: Noah Wire Services
- https://www.zawya.com/en/projects/industry/jameel-motors-to-drive-farizons-uae-rollout-in-2026-as-commercial-ev-push-gathers-pace-fy81l6vt – Please view link – unable to able to access data
- https://www.zawya.com/en/projects/industry/jameel-motors-to-drive-farizons-uae-rollout-in-2026-as-commercial-ev-push-gathers-pace-fy81l6vt – Jameel Motors, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Abdul Latif Jameel, is preparing to launch a full range of electric commercial vehicles in the UAE under Chinese automaker Farizon Auto by 2026, as government-led decarbonisation efforts accelerate the shift toward fleet electrification. Farizon is Geely Holding Group’s new-energy commercial vehicle brand. Jameel Motors was appointed Farizon’s UAE distributor in 2025 and has since opened the brand’s first showroom and service centre in Dubai, offering end-to-end services covering sales, maintenance and resale. By 2026, Jameel Motors plans to market electric vehicles ranging from light-duty vans to heavy-duty tractor heads, targeting logistics, passenger transport, hospitality and last-mile delivery operators, the company’s chief commercial officer Yousef Hussein told Zawya Projects. The growth in the UAE’s commercial electric vehicle market is fueled by ambitious government initiatives such as the Net Zero 2050 Strategy and the National Electric Vehicles Policy. As the UAE accelerates toward its sustainability goals, Farizon’s lineup is positioned to transform the logistics and transportation landscape. Pilot programmes and partnerships Farizon vehicles are currently participating in pilot programmes to validate use cases across different duty cycles. They include airline companies evaluating electric solutions for crew transportation and catering logistics; logistics and transportation operators testing freight and distribution applications; catering and hospitality providers testing refrigerated vehicle configurations for temperature-controlled logistics; limousine and taxi companies exploring passenger mobility electrification opportunities; and e-commerce, grocery, and food delivery operators evaluating electric vans for last-mile delivery and urban distribution. Government and semi-government entities across the UAE have participated in vehicle showcases and trials, demonstrating institutional commitment to fleet electrification initiatives, said Hussein. To address financing and operational barriers, Jameel Motors is working with leasing firms, banks, insurers, charging-infrastructure providers and refrigeration equipment suppliers. Having a collaborative network reduces upfront costs, spreads infrastructure investments, and offers flexible financing and service solutions, the executive noted. For example, partnering with major banks enables flexible payment structures aligned with diverse customer operational models and cash flow requirements. The company has also introduced dedicated roadside assistance services for commercial EV fleets and is expanding its authorised service network beyond Dubai. This infrastructure will ensure rapid response times and efficient problem resolution while maintaining comprehensive parts availability that minimises operational downtime, said Hussein. Additionally, a partnership with Admiral Mobility adds leasing and fleet-management support to Jameel Motors’ after-sales and technical services. The partnership creates a unified approach to addressing the financing, operational, and service challenges that often complicate fleet electrification decisions for commercial operators. Tipping point approaching The UAE’s commercial EV market is approaching a tipping point as infrastructure expands and total cost of ownership (TCO) improves, according to the Jameel Motors executive. Government leadership in infrastructure development, combined with increasing operator recognition of electric vehicles’ operational and financial advantages, suggests rapid adoption acceleration once critical mass is achieved, he observed. While upfront vehicle and charger costs remain higher than internal combustion engine (ICE) alternatives, Hussein pointed out that falling battery prices, lower maintenance requirements and rising fuel-efficiency standards are expected to tilt long-term economics in favour of electric fleets. The business rationale for electric commercial vehicles, he continued, is increasingly anchored in TCO rather than headline sticker prices. Key factors include the anticipated implementation of Euro 6 standards in the UAE, which is likely to drive ICE vehicle prices upward, as well as declining battery costs and scaling global production, which continue to improve EV affordability. Once lower maintenance, reduced energy costs and higher efficiency are factored into TCO, the financial case for electric commercial vehicles is already compelling for many fleets – and strengthening each year as technology improves, he said. Hussein said: While ROI depends on specific operational factors including mileage, duty cycle, energy tariffs, and maintenance strategies, the business case for electric commercial vehicles is already compelling for many fleets and continues growing stronger each year. He said they represent strategic investments that deliver long-term financial returns alongside future compliance benefits and enhanced fleet resilience. He emphasised that fleet operators know that higher uptime driving revenue, fleet owners are increasingly focused on optimising costs to protect their bottom line. Depot-based charging solutions offer particular advantages for operations with fixed or predictable routes, delivering operational and financial benefits when properly implemented, said Hussein. Critical planning elements include accurate electric load requirement assessments, approval timeline considerations, and comprehensive cost impact analysis. Jameel Motors expects UAE’s charging infrastructure to expand rapidly at logistics hubs, airports and national highways through public-private partnerships (PPPs) planned by transport authorities across the emirates by 2026. The collaborative ecosystem already emerging around commercial vehicle electrification indicates that the tipping point may arrive sooner than many industry observers anticipate, noted Hussein, adding that practical operational benefits rather than purely environmental considerations will drive adoption. Read more: Decarbonising with electric trucks
- https://jameelmotors.com/en/in-the-news/jameel-motors-launches-farizon-electric-fleet-in-the-uae/ – Jameel Motors has officially introduced Farizon’s all-electric commercial vehicle lineup at the Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit (EVIS) in Abu Dhabi, featuring the Super Van in passenger and cargo formats, and the H90 light-duty truck. The range is fully certified for GCC markets, supported by robust warranties and CAT battery systems. With the UAE as the starting point, Jameel Motors is rolling out infrastructure and services to support B2B customers across the region, including test drives, aftersales support, financing, and telematics.
- https://global.geelycv.com/news/press-releases/202501/20250123/ – On January 23, 2025, Farizon and Jameel Motors successfully held a brand launch and SV launch event in Dubai, attracting more than 40 companies and institutions, with more than 100 guests from major industries such as large-scale logistics, leasing, transportation, catering, and hospitality, along with media representatives. This marks Farizon’s first appearance in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region and signifies a crucial step forward for Farizon, as a leading Chinese brand in new energy commercial vehicles, on its path to internationalization.
- https://global.geelycv.com/news/press-releases/202504/0425/ – During the Auto Shanghai 2025, Geely Holding Group hosted a global media test drive event, inviting international media to conduct in-depth test drives of the latest models of its various brands. Among them, Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle showcased its star product, the Farizon SV, which attracted significant attention from international media during the test drive session.
- https://global.geelycv.com/news/press-releases/202312/2200/ – Farizon Auto, the new energy commercial vehicle brand under the Geely Holding Group, held its annual event, Farizon Auto Day, in Xiangtan, Hunan. The main highlight of the event was the grand unveiling of Homtruck, Farizon’s cutting-edge luxury new energy intelligent heavy truck. Developed by Farizon’s global R&D team over six years, it combines European automotive manufacturing expertise with Chinese mastery of new energy and intelligent technology.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSIuWumhCsc – This video showcases the launch event of Farizon Auto’s commercial electric vehicle lineup in the UAE, held at the Armani Hotel Dubai, featuring the Farizon SV model. The event highlights Jameel Motors’ commitment to introducing innovative green mobility solutions in the UAE, marking a significant step in the region’s transition towards sustainable transportation.
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Freshness check
Score:
8
Notes:
The narrative is recent, published on December 5, 2025. It references a previous report from January 2025 regarding Jameel Motors’ partnership with Farizon Auto, indicating a fresh development in their collaboration. ([global.geelycv.com](https://global.geelycv.com/news/press-releases/202501/20250123/?utm_source=openai)) The report includes updated data and quotes, suggesting a higher freshness score. However, the earlier version from January 2025 may have different figures, dates, or quotes, which should be cross-checked for discrepancies. The narrative does not appear to be recycled from low-quality sites or clickbait networks. It is based on a press release, which typically warrants a high freshness score. No earlier versions show different figures, dates, or quotes. The article includes updated data but recycles older material, which may justify a higher freshness score but should still be flagged.
Quotes check
Score:
9
Notes:
The direct quotes from Jameel Motors’ CXO Yousef Hussein are unique to this report, with no identical matches found in earlier material. This suggests potentially original or exclusive content. No identical quotes appear in earlier material, indicating originality. No online matches are found, raising the score but flagging as potentially original or exclusive content.
Source reliability
Score:
7
Notes:
The narrative originates from Zawya, a reputable news outlet covering business and financial news in the Middle East. This adds credibility to the report. However, Zawya is not as widely known as some other international news organisations, which may affect the perceived reliability. The report is based on a press release, which typically warrants a high reliability score. The person mentioned, Yousef Hussein, is the CXO of Jameel Motors, a subsidiary of Abdul Latif Jameel, a well-established company. This adds credibility to the report.
Plausability check
Score:
8
Notes:
The claims about Jameel Motors’ plans to roll out Farizon’s electric commercial vehicles in the UAE by 2026 align with previous announcements and the UAE’s commitment to sustainable transportation. The narrative is consistent with the region’s push towards electric vehicles and the expansion of charging infrastructure. The language and tone are appropriate for the region and topic. The structure is focused on the main claim without excessive or off-topic detail. The tone is formal and consistent with corporate communications.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is recent and based on a press release, indicating high freshness. The quotes are unique, suggesting originality. The source is reputable, and the claims are plausible and consistent with known information. No significant credibility risks were identified.
