Smart Mobility International (SMI), a leading distributor of New Energy Vehicles in the UAE, signed a strategic partnership with IM Motors, the Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer backed by SAIC Motor (China’s largest OEM), Alibaba Group, and Zhangjiang Hi-Tech.
The agreement marks IM Motors’ entry into the GCC market, starting with the UAE and with plans to expand into Saudi Arabia later this year.
The signing event, which took place at IM Motors’ inaugural UAE showroom on the Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, also saw the unveiling of IM LS7, a fully electric luxury SUV.
The LS7 features a smart panoramic cockpit with AI integration, advanced safety and connectivity features.
Moutaz Louis, CEO of Smart Mobility International, said the company is not just launching a new brand – “We’re shaping a future defined by intelligent mobility, premium performance, and a deep commitment to sustainability”.
The IM LS7 will be available first in its Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) version, with a range-extended model to follow.
Additional models, including the IM L7 sedan and IM LS6 SUV, will be launched later this year in both BEV and Range-Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) variants, expanding the portfolio of premium electric vehicles available to consumers in the region.
