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@FredericThanks for the WhatsApp link. I have a few things to check on my next drive. ✌️ And yes you are right about the hybrid mode. The car has sand mode, I don't think sports mode is for off track but we can give a shot

Thanks Fred, appreciate

Congratulations @Chema for being our member in the spotlight this week! Not only do you drive a unique 4x4, your skillset really bring out the best of it! See you soon in the sand and share a photo of your 212!

Photos are now in the Gallery. Successful first use of your winch.

Please read, understand, and follow the guidelines, etiquette, and responsibilities below. MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Convoy Off-road Drives - Safety protocol during emergency alert DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie Plus and above (all levels) Meeting time: 07:00 (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point https://maps.app.goo.gl/r5LPyKms6XuG5Un58 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 11:00 am P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday- 12:00. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once someone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list. RSVP will close a day prior to preparing a convoy list. Latecomers will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month

DRIVE DESCRIPTION Need a quick mid-week night drive? Interested in having a nice sit down tea/coffee before inflating and heading home? If you answered yes to these questions, thanks to @Luke K P for allowing me to open The Coffee Club Dubai Chapter, this drive will be the 3rd time. We will be doing a short drive from Lisaili toward Qudra on Wednesday night. We will stop the convoy towards the end of the drive, and make some coffee and tea whilst looking at the sky and chatting (45 minute break). Don't forget your chair! MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Convoy Off-road Drives - Safety protocol during emergency alert DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above Meeting time: 20:00 (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tM5qqPxJ6k2dZ7MTA?g_st=ic Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 23:00 P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Wednesday - 15:00. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once someone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list. Latecomers will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

Well @Ishak, we tried!!

@Emanuel, could you please share some photos from our Saturday drive? Especially the group one and the winch thank you!

DRIVE DESCRIPTION A refreshing morning run from Lisaili to Qudra, making the most of the cooler early hours and open desert. Expect a smooth, flowing drive across rolling dunes, some technical areas, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy sweeping lines, gentle climbs and some playful ridge work along the way. Fresh air, open dunes and good morning vibes - the perfect way to start the day. 🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above (All Levels) When: 29 August 2026, Saturday Meeting time: 06:30 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pyZGRcAbZptdWhfv5 (24°54'33.4"N 55°31'42.8"E) Approximate finish time: 10:00 AM 🚗VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

Thanks a mil @Frederic. Always a valuable source of info. 😀

Good morning @Maneesh M! A friend of mine drives a Leopard, he recommended joining the following Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BAry0kuwvqG1j1j95CZ7cq?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4&amv=1 It seems on the Denza B5 you can choose to run the car in EV or PHEV mode. I think in Sports Mode it will constantly use both the electric motors and petrol engine, which is most likely not needed for beginner level drives in the desert. If you have a full battery charge it might be better to put the car in EV mode and only use the electric mode. There is indeed a lot to learn in this car. Perhaps this Whatsapp group can help.

Thank you @Andrew John Melvill for another great day out on the dunes. It was certainly a mix between long and sweeping dunes with a stint of short and bumpy in the middle, and the offroad tax that just keeps on giving (rather taking). Thank you to everyone on the support team and all the familiar faces we are becoming accustomed to see and meet each week. Well done @Ana for persevering today with a smile on your face and a go-getting spirit!

A bit of sharing of what the desert thought me today , the destination is important but how you get there is what counts . After 5 refusals I stoped counting ,instead, I kept going , each climb I failed kept me save, going down was just a reset point . Thank you @J-P Lfor guidance, thank you @Andrew John Melvill and @Frederic for this amazing drive , @JC_E and @Ishak for support and all drivers in the convoy it was nice to see you all. Big big thank to everyone for another fun day , lots of learnings and the desire to keep going!!!