Driving in Bad Weather

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Sometimes the weather becomes rainy, windy or cloudy. In each case, there are some safety measures that any driver should put into consideration. In rainy weather, drivers have to avoid tailgating and brake when turning. These are important because of the fact that driving on dry roads is totally different from driving on wet ones.

Tailgating Avoidance

In dry roads, the efficiency of cars’ brake and tyres can be very high. But this is unlikely to be the same on watery ones. Some water may get into the wheels and the brake system, affecting their efficiency. Furthermore, when pressing the brake, the tyres will not enable the auto to stop immediately. They will slide a little or more according to the speed of the car. For these reasons the avoidance of tailgating is a must.

Brake & Turns

The most important thing when driving in bad weather is slowing down. This will enable the car to perform better. I have stated in the previous section that the brake system and the tyres will be affected by slippery roads. Therefore, you should leave enough safety distance between you and other cars. Above all, you have to avoid using the brake when taking a turn. Because the vehicle will be vulnerable to sliding.
To put it in a nut shell, driving in bad weather is a skill, which requires applying a lot of dos and don’ts. Tailgating avoidance as well as brake when taking a turn are key factors for avoiding accidents. Or at least they will assist you a lot to take full control of your car.

Carpool in Abu Dhabi

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Have you ever thought about accompanying your neighbors to work or elsewhere? Do you mind taking a stranger with you who have the same destination as yours? It does not sound a good idea to commute everyday in single-drive to work or anywhere. Whenever you find a chance to do so, do not waste it. There are many advantages behind this.

Carpool

The idea of carpool sprang from the United States of America. In the World War II, a severe oil shortage hit that country. As a result, the idea of carpool came into existence. Of course, it has been invented to solve that problem. But not so many people understand that it will help the world in many aspects to get rid of many problems.

Reduction of Carbon Dioxide Emission

Imagine that there are approximately 200 employees who cross that same destination everyday in single-drive. If hypothetically they agree to carpool together, they will probably need only 50 cars instead of 200. There will be many advantages gained form this. First, traffic congestion will be reduced. In addition, the emission of carbon dioxide which constitutes a dilemma to the world today will decrease. In terms of socialization, it is a good idea to have a kind of intimate discussion that creates harmony in the society.
In the past, some people disagreed with the idea. Because of the fact that they did not feel the need for it. The traffic congestion was not as severe as today, and there are a lot of parking spaces. Gradually, people can be convinced by a lot of justifiable reasons to accept the idea with satisfaction.

Cars & Dashboard-cameras in the UAE

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No doubt that many cars companies are exerting too much effort to promote safety on roads. There are a lot of technological devices that can be used to establish this safety. However, Moblileye is technological company concerned with launching systems that can reduce or prevent fatal accidents from occurring. Of course, there are some sensors and hazards that are used to alert drivers about risks. Accordingly, the driver has to take action. This is not the same here! The action in this advanced system is taken by the car itself automatically!

High Costs

Shading the light in what is so called cost, it is important to be put into consideration. Because of the fact that people do not take the adventure of wasting their money in state-of-the-art cars. For this reason, this company has designed a system which can be installed in any car. No need to buy a brand new one!

About the System

This high safety system is mainly made out of a camera. This camera helps in avoiding collision. Based on distance of objects the system instantly calculates dimension. Not only this, but the current speed of the car is calculated as well. After calculating both the distance and the dimension, the camera sends a signal to the car’s brake. It reacts immediately with no need for the driver to do so.

Automatic Brake

As we have just mentioned in the previous section that the car stops swiftly once receiving a signal. Therefore, the number of accidents on roads decreased as a result of this effective speed camera. The camera can detect collision beyond 1.5 kilometers.
To put it in a nut shell, this camera is cost-effective. Because to the fact that it works in any car old or brand new. Most importantly than this, it makes our roads accidents-free.

Buying A Used Car in U.A.E [2]

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In the previous blog we have stated that buying a used car is not as easy as many people think. It requires some skills to check-up the auto before taking the risk of wasting valuable time and money. After checking the smoking exhaust, you have to detect leakages of fluids. There are certain ways that would help you to do so.

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Fluids Leakages

In order to find out about fluids leakages in a used car, you have to open the bonnet and take a look. Once again, the vehicle may be washed, you have to take a long tour by the car. This will enable you to easily discover leakages. However, sometimes there may be a slight leak that cannot be realized by the naked eye. In this case, you can use your phone. Play video recording and zoom out the screen.

Areas to Be Realized

First of all, you have to gaze around all of the engine’s parts. Then, do not forget to look underneath the engine, because there may be some oil landing there. Check all of the hoses and the connectors as well. Another important area that you have to look at carefully is underneath the car’s hood. Because sometimes fluids pour over there. If you see some brown or black spots, this is an indication of leakage. Therefore, you have to redetect that areas again.
All in all, some car dealers are intelligent enough to sell their used cars. Purchasers have to develop some skills to help them in finding out about cars’ defects. Therefore, before buying a used auto, you have to check the smoke exhaust and fluids leakages. This check-up will help you avoid a lot of futuristic problems. And it would grantee that you bought at least a half-decent car.

Buying A used Car in U.A.E [1]

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Have you ever decided to buy a used car? Not so many people do so. Individuals always almost never try to run the risk of buy a used car. But if you find yourself compelled to do so, we are here to provide you with assistance. No doubt that there is a grantee in new cars. The company that you buy the auto from approximately awards you five years grantee. Therefore, when a certain default occurs in the car, they are held responsible to fix it. The following signs will notify you about defects in used cars.

Smoking Exhaust

Why should you check the exhaust smoke? If there is only steam coming out, it is a good indication of a complete combustion. However, if there is smoke, this is a clear hint of an incomplete combustion. This incomplete combustion will impact the engine negatively. As a result, the accurate speed of the car will probably decrease. Maintenance of such problems often costs a hefty price.

Testing Exhaust Smoke

In order to find out about this defect move your hand against the car’s back bumper, and you can easily discover this. However, car dealers my wash the car before placing it in the exhibition. In this case, you have to take long test drive. Then stop and wipe the back bumper again.  Once again, both black and white smoke signify that there is a problematic defect in that car’s combustion. They indicate that there may be one of the spark-plugs not firing appropriately. Or there is oil leaking into the combustion engine.

In conclusion, it is better to realize the exhaust smoke before and after driving tests. This may grantee a perfect result that helps you to take a good decision. Otherwise you may end up buying an auto that literary drains your money for vain.

Cars & Personalities

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Is there any relationship between your personality and the auto that you are driving? Many people believe that indeed there is a kind of relationship between our personalities and the vehicles that we often buy. There are number of factors that often specify types of cars that we buy; they are five folds:

Family Needs

It is clear that large families always look for large cars. This is important in order to accommodate all the family when travelling to anywhere. Of course, family members can rent a car at the day that they would like to travel. But this is not cost-effective. However, it is important to own a car that its seats can be folded to provide you with enough space. Safety should be put before all of what have been mentioned.

Cars in Dubai

Work

Not so many people make use of their cars in terms of work. But if you are doing so, you need to a large auto that has enough power for carrying heavy loads. Toyota double or single cab cars can be labelled suitable in this case. Making use of your private auto in work can save you a lot of many.

Travelling & Luxury

No doubt that visiting exotic places require such kind of state-of-the-arts autos that always hits the spot! However, the kind of car that you have to accompany to your destination depends heavily on types of routes. Navigating rugged terrains require well-designed cars that are able to navigate these places efficiently.

Youngsters & Go-getters

Youngsters and go-getters always almost prefer state-of-the-art autos that suit their personality. Although buying such kind of autos may cause an arm and a leg, youngsters and go-getters rush to own one. What characterize these cars is that they are hatchbacks.

Demerit System for Traffic Offences in UAE

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It is not wondering to be stopped by the police as a result of exceeding the number of points of reckless driving. Dubai is like all modern cities around the world that use this system to pour more safety on roads. RTA applied Demerit System for traffic offences in order to spot the light on careless drivers and to acknowledge good driving as well.
RTA is ambitious enough to pave the way for a futuristic vision which is to make Dubai’s roads accident-free. However, before introducing black points system the number of fatalities on road was 1,056. In order to combat this issue Dubai’s Police frequently introduces drastic traffic rules and hefty fines drivers that violate the regulations and cause danger on roads. As a result, the number of road casualties decreased dramatically to 174 road fatalities. This marvelous view made Dubai’s roads safer for all people there.
The maximum number of points that a driver can receive are 24 points, but if a driver reached this number or exceed it, his license and car can be suspended for up to a year. However, reckless drivers may continue driving carelessly and pay any fine issued for them. Therefore, if a person drives in a way that endangers people’s live, the driver can receive a fine of AED 2,000 and the car will be impounded for sixty days as well. Not only this, but even littering or not stopping on zebra crossings results in receiving four black points.
One of the reasons that cause accidents on roads is tailgating, and it is one of the reasons for getting black points in U.A.E. To make careless drivers abstain from this habitual action the punishment is escalated to a level that the driver can be detained to more than a day. On the other hand, you can reduce the of black points that you received by joining a one-day course on promoting road safety and spreading traffic awareness. What is interesting is that you can also score white points by adhering traffic laws, positive field reports, clean accident records and an annual assessment of (outstanding) issued for drivers who committed no traffic violations.

Abu Dhabi New Navigation System

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So far, Abu Dhabi suffered from peak traffic congestions which force motorists to spend much more time reaching their destination. This problem does not occur recently, but it existed many years ago. Although there were a lot of effort that has been exerted to overcome this problem, it still lingering up. In order to combat this issue a new navigation system has been launched in Abu Dhabi.

Importance of the Navigation System

Recently, drivers tried to a skilful way to get rid of tough traffic jams by using their mobile phones. However, this is not an ultimate solution, because motorists have to pay attention to the road as well as the screen of their phones. This divert of attention could result in dangerous or even fatal accidents. Moreover, concentrating simultaneously on two things, minimizes motorists’ road concentration level, especially in long destinations.

Pros of Abu Dhabi New Navigation System

What makes this new navigation system outstanding is that it is installed in the car itself. Therefore, drivers’ attention will not be distracted. This system informs motorists about less traffic congestion routes. It will also provide them with updated and verified information about ideal parking areas.

Cons of the New Navigation System

For this system to work appropriately, it must be connected to the internet. However, if drivers run out of internet service, they will not be able to use this navigation system. An interesting solution can be carried out by designing a navigation system that is capable of working off-line. Abu Dhabi’s Roads and Transportation Authority (RTA) can tax drivers for this service.
In conclusion, this navigation system will combat the problem of high traffic congestion. In addition, it will assist commuters to reach their destinations as quick as possible. Thanks to RTA in Abu Dhabi for this valuable service.

Long Distances Drive

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Driving for long distances can be risky, but setting a well-designed plan can help you get rid of this danger. 4×4 autos can be suitable, because they are multi-function. With these types of vehicle, you will be ready to face any dangerous destinations. Many advisors recommend these cars especially when driving off-road. Whatever kind of auto you choose, there are number of factors that should be put into consideration:

Car Preparation

Before triggering this long journey, update your car services. This could be done by changing engine oil and replacing filters of oil, air, fuel and cabin. You can do this alone, if you are skilful enough other wise you can go to maintenance for a complete check. Beside these, you have to check up all tyres, water and windscreens.

Sleeping and Regular Breaks

If you will accompany kids, you have to make sure that they had enough rest and sleep. You too as a driver have to get enough amount of sleep, because this will help you to concentrate well during your long journey. What is more important than these is that you have to take regular breaks at least fifteen minutes every two hours. This will help you to increase your concentration level, as well as, giving children a time for playing and fun.

RACQ

Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ), there are a lot of services that this organization provides, such as, roadside assistance. If your car is broken down somewhere, they will provide you an immediate support. However, you need to have a prior subscription to this road service. Otherwise, you will be charged higher when you request their help.

Traffic Lights

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As the invention of cars become common around the world, most cities became full of autos. This resulted in a lot of traffic jam which requires a lot of traffic police to organize the movement of these cars. In the past traffic police have to work day and night at traffic crossing. However, J P Knight who worked at that time as an engineer for railways signalling thought about finding a good solution for this problem. Therefore, he invented these
Traffic signals in order to make roads safer and to reduce the number of traffic police on roads.

Advantages of Traffic Signals

There are a lot of advantages of obeying traffic signal: firstly, it helps in controlling speed. This is important because of the fact that speed often results in a lot of traffic accidents. For instance, if there are not traffic signal, reckless drivers will not slow down when there are some pedestrians crossing the road. In addition, traffic lights efficiently organize cars movement in crossing to avoid committing accidents.

Disadvantages of Traffic Signals

There is only one overt disadvantage of traffic signals. The allocated time for each line is controlled by the traffic lights. This means when the light is red, drivers have to stop even if there is no any car in the other lines. However, this is excessive delay can be controlled. There should be a traffic police in charge of each traffic light to change the sign swiftly accordingly. All in all, traffic lights are essential when it comes to road safety.