JOIN THE SKETCH BATTLE AT DUBAI SELF-DRIVING CONGRESS 2025
A one-day live design competition where artists, designers, and innovators envision the most futuristic autonomous bus.
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The Sketch Battle is an electrifying, one-day live design competition that brings together the region’s most talented artists, designers, and creative thinkers to envision the future of autonomous transport. This year’s challenge focuses on reimagining the most innovative, bold, and futuristic autonomous bus, pushing the boundaries of design and technology.
Taking place on 25 September 2025 at Za’abeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre, the competition is set against the backdrop of the Dubai Self-Driving Congress, a global platform for next-generation mobility solutions.
Participants will create their sketches live under timed conditions, showcasing their creativity, technical skill, and ability to think ahead of the curve. Their work will be reviewed by a panel of esteemed judges – leading figures from the worlds of art, design, and autonomous driving – who will evaluate originality, vision, and execution.
Everything You Need to Know
Date: 25 September 2025
Venue: Za’abeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE
Registration Time: 09:15 AM on competition day
Duration: 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM (3 hours)
Application Deadline & Process:
– Register online by 12 September 2025
– Submit either a PDF portfolio (max 5 MB) or a link to your portfolio for shortlisting
– Shortlisted participants will compete live
– No digital devices will be allowed during the competition
