Shory, the First.tech-backed digital insurance platform, has signed a partnership with Electric Vehicle Services (EVS) and Fidelity United Insurance Company to roll out a motor insurance solution aimed at Chinese electric vehicles in the UAE. The companies say the move targets a widening gap in cover and after-sales support as newer EV brands become more common on UAE roads. The tie-up was announced on February 24, 2026, alongside a signing photo featuring EVS founder and CEO Saeed Aljunaibi, Shory UAE CEO Aoun Al Smadi and Fidelity United CEO Ahmed Nasef.
What each partner contributes
The arrangement combines Shory’s app-led purchasing journey with Fidelity United’s underwriting and policy design, with the partners positioning it as cover built for EV ownership rather than a simple add-on to standard motor products. EVS is expected to support claims outcomes through its certified EV repair network, which focuses on the technical and safety requirements of high-voltage vehicles. By linking insurance and repairs, the three firms say they can make costs and timelines more predictable for drivers who have faced limited options.
Addressing acceptance, pricing and repair access
The partners highlight three recurring pain points for owners of some Chinese-made models: inconsistent insurer acceptance, premium affordability and access to qualified repair facilities. Shory says the product is designed around how EVs are maintained, pairing a digital purchase flow with a pathway to specialist repairs when needed. Fidelity United says electric mobility is reshaping risk and customer expectations, and that underwriting must evolve in step with new repair standards.
How the offering is expected to work
Eligibility will be tied to a defined set of vehicle models supported by EVS’ certified capabilities, with the repair ecosystem presented as a central feature of the proposition. EVS says parts availability is crucial to turnaround time and has pointed to its EV parts inventory as a way to speed up repairs after incidents. The companies have not disclosed pricing or rollout volumes, but they describe the programme as a practical response to common ownership challenges.
Vehicle scope and the repair ecosystem
The solution initially applies to selected models from manufacturers including BYD, ROX, Jetour, Avatr, Zeekr, Chery and Volkswagen, reflecting the set of vehicles EVS can service within its certified network. Shory has also published an expanded, model-by-model list on its website, suggesting the programme may widen as more vehicles are validated for repair support. The approach is intended to keep repairs within an ecosystem where training, parts sourcing and safety processes can be managed consistently.
Why this matters for the UAE EV market
As EV adoption accelerates, insurance and repair readiness are increasingly seen as critical to consumer confidence, especially when buyers are evaluating unfamiliar brands. The partnership reflects a trend of pairing digital distribution with specialised servicing to reduce friction around claims, costs and downtime. For Shory, it also fits a strategy of moving into underserved motor segments where targeted partnerships can differentiate offerings.
Shory, EVS and Fidelity United are positioning the launch as a step toward standardising how Chinese EVs are insured and repaired in the UAE, with a single route from policy purchase to claims support. If uptake is strong, the model could encourage more collaborations that combine underwriting, digital access and certified repair capacity for other fast-growing vehicle categories. For now, the companies are betting that tighter integration between coverage and repair capability can remove barriers to confidence in newer EV brands.