Car Tips and Tricks

How to Protect Your Car from the Elements in the UAE

The climate in the UAE (and any other desert environment for that matter) can be extremely harsh on your vehicle.  Sand, heat, exposure to direct sunlight can wreak havoc on your vehicle, but there are certain precautions that can be taken to reduce damage and ensure that your car has a long life and maintains …

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Advice on Using a Taxi or Rental Car in Dubai

For short-term visitors to Dubai or those who do not driver frequently, using a taxi-cab or rental car can be a necessity.  Though the process is generally pretty simple, there are some things to consider and some advice that would be very helpful to make this process as painless as possible. According to tripadvisor.com, the …

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Obtaining a Drivers License in Abu Dhabi

Anyone operating a vehicle in Abu Dhabi is expected to have a valid driver’s license, or face risking serious charges and fines.  The process for obtaining one, however is generally not difficult and varies depending on certain factors.  Information for getting a driver’s license in Abu Dhabi can be found at abudhabi.ae, but is summarized …

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The Cost of Buying and Owning a Vehicle in Dubai

Buying a car, especially a new car, is actually relatively cheaper in Dubai than in many other parts of the world.  The initial purchase price tends to be cheaper (according to expatarrivals.com, which gives advice to expatriates planning to move to Dubai) than it would be in the US or UK.  There are many dealerships …

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The Vehicle Registration Process in Dubai

It is illegal to drive a vehicle in Dubai without first having it properly registered and anybody caught driving an unregistered vehicle or one that’s registration has been expired for more than three months may face penalties including fines and the impounding of the subject car.  The fine is generally 150 dhs.  Sometimes, if you …

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