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Driving in UAE conditions safely: fog, rain and flooded roads, desert dunes and towing, with the police advice and the penalties that apply.
Driving & Safety4 min read
Rainy Season in the UAE: Driving in Rain, Flooded Roads and Wadis — and the Fines
Wipers, tyres and lights before the first storm, why the first rain makes roads so slippery, what to do about standing water, and the penalties: AED 2,000, 23 black points and 60 days' impoundment for entering a flowing wadi.
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Driving & Safety4 min read
Fog Season in the UAE: How to Drive Safely and Use Your Fog Lights Correctly
When UAE fog forms, the 80 km/h limit Abu Dhabi switches on, low beams versus fog lights, why driving with hazard lights on costs AED 500 and four black points, and what to do when you cannot see the road.
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Driving & Safety4 min read
Desert Driving Season: How to Prepare Your 4x4 for the Dunes in the UAE
Cooler weather means dune season. Tyre pressure, the recovery kit, the never-alone rule, what to pack, fire safety at camp and the penalties for reckless desert driving, from the UAE police's own advice.
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Driving & Safety5 min read
Towing in the UAE: Tow Hitches, Weight Limits and How to Tow a Trailer Safely
Your vehicle's towing capacity, the hitch and ball ratings, the 10–15% tongue-weight rule, lights and chains, and what Dubai's RTA expects from a trailer — before you hook up a boat, a camper or a car trailer.
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