As we’ve mentioned in other blog entries, Tesla is the most well-known and innovative manufacturer of electric vehicles. However, other car companies are rapidly catching up. For example, drivers who appreciate timeless, understated luxury and beautiful vehicular designs may prefer a Porsche electric car to a Tesla vehicle. Porsche recently unveiled a ‘concept car’ that […]
Until recently, most expats living in the United Arab Emirates have had to obtain UAE driving licences or rely on public transport. Even if an expat had a valid driving licence in their country of origin, they were unable to use it in the UAE. Only licences from a small list of other nations (including […]
Next year, in 2019, Mercedes Benz will celebrate the 40th anniversary of its most well-known SUV, the G-Class. The Mercedes G-Class isn’t the fastest or most beautiful car ever designed, but it is one of the most popular SUVs ever sold. Since it was first released in 1979, motorists have flocked to the G-Class in […]
A new study has revealed the most popular cars in 2017 in the UAE. While the study does not indicate what the most popular car on the road is, it does demonstrate a trend in the market and perhaps shows what cars may be more valuable in the future. The study looked at search queries […]
Are you currently considering investing in an electric vehicle? If so, you should be aware that Tesla recently added a new car to its lineup. The manufacturer has a very positive reputation here in the UAE, and their latest vehicle is a high-performance version of their Model 3. The ordinary Tesla Model 3 is designed […]
The UAE is a wonderful place for fans of sports cars. The nation’s long, open roads and motorways have generous speed limits and beckon drivers with sleek, speedy cars to drive down them. The breathtaking vistas that surround these roads offer the perfect dramatic backdrop for driving. However, choosing the perfect sports car can be […]
In many respects, SUVs are the perfect vehicles for drivers in the United Arab Emirates. They are able to handle both the extreme temperatures and rough off-road terrain of the nation’s many desert areas. On the other hand, they also provide space and comfort for drivers who have to negotiate the crowded roads of Dubai […]
In July, 2017, Abu Dhabi amended its traffic laws in order to prohibit excessively noisy cars. The purpose of these laws was to limit noise pollution and make the Emirate’s streets quieter and more pleasant for both motorists and pedestrians. Our regular readers may remember that we discussed these anti-noise laws and how to avoid […]
Forty Dubai car parks have been forced to close after the Road Traffic Authority (RTA) launched a major crackdown to enforce strict new criteria for parking operators. In this latest transportation news from the UAE, a total of 165 violations of the new regulations were reported by official RTA inspectors, according to the state news […]
Abu Dhabi Police announced on Wednesday to discontinue the additional 20KMph speed buffer thruoughout UAE. It was announced via social media, that starting from August 12 2018, all speed limits will be changed, and speed buffer will be removed. Currently, most roads have a buffer motorists can travel upto 20kmph faster than what is advertised […]