My Experience bringing a Tesla to Dubai

[Galve2000]

We will be bringing our key fobs just in case...

Too bad I left mine back in Oslo

makes me want to travel with my FOB just in case i end up somewhere with a Tesla Launch!!

BTW this thread makes me want to check out Dubai again, i have not been there in over 10 years and I am excited to see the changes.

 

[mjustiniano]

So we got in

Around 500 persons showed up for the event, where Elon Musk talked about Tesla establishing in the region and his master plan for the future.

Many people asked me about how it is to own and drive a Tesla, so it was nice to be of at least some contribution to the event

Attached are some photos.

 

[K-MTG]

So we got in

Around 500 persons showed up for the event, where Elon Musk talked about Tesla establishing in the region and his master plan for the future.

Many people asked me about how it is to own and drive a Tesla, so it was nice to be of at least some contribution to the event

Attached are some photos.

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Nice! Did Elon bring his X?

How did you get in? Did you present your fob

 

[Tam]

Thanks for sharing.

Very exiting!

Congratulations!

 

[mjustiniano]

Nice! Did Elon bring his X?

How did you get in? Did you present your fob

Yes, there were 2 Model X and 3 Model S as far as I can remember. No Model 3 though, as I think it would have left the other two models in the shadows.

No, my fob is in Oslo.
I said I was a Tesla owner from Norway and asked if there was any chance of joining the party. A Norwegian Tesla manager overheard me, so he invited us in. Pure luck

 

[canadianleb]

Hey everyone,

Was hoping a Tesla owner with a Model X US Spec in Dubai could help me out.

If I plan on bringing my Telsa Model X from Canada to Dubai, do I need a Tesla Wall Connector from Canada or do I purchase one from a Dubai Tesla Store.

Many Thanks

 

[Galve2000]

If I plan on bringing my Tesla Model X from Canada to Dubai, do I need a Tesla Wall Connector from Canada or do I purchase one from a Dubai Tesla Store.

I would get one from Canada. You can also use any EVSE with a J1772 plug (Mennekes type 1) with the Tesla to J1772 adapter.

As for public charging, you can get a Mennekes Type 2 to Type 1 cable such as this one:

Coiled Type 1 to Type 2 Electric Charging Cable

No SuperCharging, but is that honestly the end of the world?

 

[Ames]

You can Supercharge US spec cars in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Tesla installed at each Supercharger 3 stalls with EU cables, and 1 with US.

 

[Galve2000]

You can Supercharge US spec cars in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Tesla installed at each Supercharger 3 stalls with EU cables, and 1 with US.

Wow. I stand corrected!

 

[K-MTG]

You can Supercharge US spec cars in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Tesla installed at each Supercharger 3 stalls with EU cables, and 1 with US.

Would never expect Tesla to do something like that, must be a big thank you to prior owners

 

[canadianleb]

Wow, thank you Ames and Galve2000 for the great feedback.

I'm so happy, I can drive my Tesla Model x in Dubai.

 

[saadkhan]

Hi All,
I am contemplating importing a Tesla from the EU or US. I was wondering if anyone can guide me, buying locally is beyond my budget.
I've been calling Tesla (SZR) but not getting a lot of help, which is understandable.
Would greatly appreciate if someone can talk to me over the phone, I promise I'll try to keep it short
Regards,
Saad Khan

 

[ATC@LWSK]

I wouldn't recommend importing from US as those cars are not supported by Tesla outside of the US. As for importing from EU, those cars are essentially the same ones as sold in the UAE, the only difference is in the software. A few years ago, when Tesla established presence in the UAE, some of us who had our cars imported from US or EU, were given a choice: US cars were bought out (at fair value, to be honest) by Tesla, and the owners got themselves new Teslas - GCC spec, and the EU-spec car owners were offered to have their cars flashed to GCC spec, and covered under warranty.

I would suggest that you talk to Tesla in Dubai for an option of a CPO (used) car, or look at Dubizzle for a good opportunity - they appear rarely, but you might be lucky.

 

[Ames]

Solid advice from ATC@LWSK.

 

[saadkhan]

I wouldn't recommend importing from US as those cars are not supported by Tesla outside of the US. As for importing from EU, those cars are essentially the same ones as sold in the UAE, the only difference is in the software. A few years ago, when Tesla established presence in the UAE, some of us who had our cars imported from US or EU, were given a choice: US cars were bought out (at fair value, to be honest) by Tesla, and the owners got themselves new Teslas - GCC spec, and the EU-spec car owners were offered to have their cars flashed to GCC spec, and covered under warranty.

I would suggest that you talk to Tesla in Dubai for an option of a CPO (used) car, or look at Dubizzle for a good opportunity - they appear rarely, but you might be lucky.

tha

I wouldn't recommend importing from US as those cars are not supported by Tesla outside of the US. As for importing from EU, those cars are essentially the same ones as sold in the UAE, the only difference is in the software. A few years ago, when Tesla established presence in the UAE, some of us who had our cars imported from US or EU, were given a choice: US cars were bought out (at fair value, to be honest) by Tesla, and the owners got themselves new Teslas - GCC spec, and the EU-spec car owners were offered to have their cars flashed to GCC spec, and covered under warranty.

I would suggest that you talk to Tesla in Dubai for an option of a CPO (used) car, or look at Dubizzle for a good opportunity - they appear rarely, but you might be lucky.

Thanks a million for your advice! Much appreciated

 

[Raslan]

Morning , any body can advice on Tesla garage in Dubai

 

[Ames]

Tesla has a service centre on Sh. Zayed road just opposite Dubai Mall. If you are looking for a body shop approved to repair then there is Technical Resources Centre in Alqouz. I can vouch for both as being excellent. Tesla has in the past always taken care of even imported non UAE spec cars.

For a non Tesla affiliated garage I have no idea.

 

[Evee]

I realize this has been said before but im seriously considering bringing my model s to dubai, its us spec, I for sure dont want to lose my warranty coverage.. and if thats the case I guess im better off getting a gcc spec car for here...

however it seems once my car is out of warranty, then theres really no difference. So interesting to see they have the US spec supercharges here, but your car loses its warranty if its here, especially now that Tesla is reasonably established here.

to be clear the drivetrain and battery warranty is the one that is no longer effective if I move it, and not the other standard warranty?

 

[Ames]

They are phasing out the US spec chargers now. Just FYI. Last time I looked I found the old US stall was charging an EU car. I need to double-check if they moved it somewhere else but I doubt this arrangement will last. Also US spec cars are no longer supported. We have a lot of Teslas here now that the Model 3 has come along and far too few superchargers.

 

[ATC@LWSK]

I realize this has been said before but im seriously considering bringing my model s to dubai, its us spec, I for sure dont want to lose my warranty coverage.. and if thats the case I guess im better off getting a gcc spec car for here...

however it seems once my car is out of warranty, then theres really no difference. So interesting to see they have the US spec supercharges here, but your car loses its warranty if its here, especially now that Tesla is reasonably established here.

to be clear the drivetrain and battery warranty is the one that is no longer effective if I move it, and not the other standard warranty?

Most of the US-spec Teslas in UAE were imported by people who wanted a Tesla but couldn't get it in the UAE. Now that Tesla is established in UAE, it doesn't make much sense to do so. I understand it will probably be cheaper for you, since you already own the car, but the lack of public charging options would make me think twice to do that. The US spec supercharger stall was IMO a token of appreciation from Tesla to all those who imported their car on their own and supported Tesla in their growth before Tesla had presence in the UAE. Now, when most of those cars have been traded in and replaced with UAE-spec cars, the US supercharger stall will most likely (if not already) be removed and replaced with a UAE-spec one. Just my 2c.