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You will get a fine of 100 might change now...and if in accident then insurance will not cover the other party claims...get a manual license you can drive any transmission paddle automatic steptronic teptronic even mind control shifters like Rav...

Why would you want to crust them, baking a dune pie?

See you tomorrow!

https://amp.thenational.ae/lifestyle/motoring/how-to-transfer-your-automatic-driving-licence-to-manual-1.755454

On the back side. If it's automatic then they clearly mention it

Yep I sure did...I thought it was for expert level 😉😂. No worry..now left..

I’d have loved to join (despite the early start 😁) but as you all know I’m still on the hunt for a car. Hopefully it’ll be resolved within the next 2 weeks, inshala! Meanwhile, have lots of fun tomorrow!

Lekker.

If you are really obsessed with stick go for it else stay with Auto. choice is all yours 😉

Sure. I checked with Javier, see you tomorrow morning.

I'm not sure about the hurdle, but its the most "IRRITATING" thing I have ever found in my Range. Problem with adaptive cruise control is it keeps lot of distance, and keep braking quite early that makes everyone else fall in front of you and your cruise again keep on braking more and more. I have only used cruise on empty road and not in traffic moving road for this reason. Although it comes with distance adjustment - 3 settings, but the minimum distance is also over 100 meters, normally when human being control the car we keep 100 meter distance at 120-140 speed and not at 60. If distance can be tweaked manually to bare minimum to what suits your driving style, road and traffic then it will be nice than having a blanket system.

@Frederic Thank you.

Seriously bro?

Hello, guys! Recently we did two trips on a car: to Salalah in August and to Jordan in October. I'm thinking of writing a review which could be useful for some people. Are you interested? Should I proceed? If yes, what would you like to see in a review, anything specific? If you are not interested, it's totally fine, no worries 😃

Not all lady's owned car are ladies owned and maintained as well some will be done by cheap hairy balls as well..so don't be worried if things start to fall apart after you transfer ownership...have seen quite some cases like that...it's always better to stay alert and check the car nicely before investing on it...

Apparently now the thing in Dubai is make sure the ad says "British owned". If it says "lady" in the title, bonus points. If the owner was a "British lady dentist", you hit the jackpot.

All the best with your flight schedule @Xaf. Looking forward to catch up with you.

What bike did you buy and what specs? I used to do a lot of cycling at home but the roads here scare me and it’s a pain having to travel somewhere to ride. It will surprise you how quickly you can build up from 6-7k runs to 60-70k runs. I imagine dehydration will be a big issue here. Isotonic drinks. Water alone isn’t enough to replace the electrolytes lost through sweating.

I have always wondered why Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not a compulsory requirement in all cars. None of my cars ( Pardo 2014 and Camry 2006) has it, although I am aware the more expensive cars do have them ( Mercs.) Most people will state that it is the cost that prevents it but I would like to know if it is more expensive than the air-bags installed in most cars ? I can only assume that the front sensing system may be expensive . While sitting next to new drivers ( like my son and daughter) the first thing that I have to watch out for is the judgement of the braking distance. A large percentage of accidents on our roads are due to this misjudgment . With high speed urban driving even an experienced driver may have faced emergency braking scenarios ( I have). I believe that electronic sensors like most electronic components are getting cheaper so why the delay in this option. Even if it may have some negatives consequences , it should be available in all cars even if it is has optional activation switch. Perhaps those who have ACC or know the cost can comment about the hurdle that stops the manufacturers from installing this life saving device.

You want to join newbie drive or intermediate? Accordingly will ping you right now.

Gentlemen. Just want to know if one can drive Manual car holding automatic driving license. Any legal issues? Also did any carnity member tried to convert automatic to manual in Dubai? If yes process please.

Loll. Not at the moment. But yes in near future. BTW my DL is manual only. Working for Galadari Group and getting license I month was the only achievement. That too in 2008 you had to wait for minimum 3 months to get final rta test dates.

You are seriously into a manual car. can we expect something ? 😍

Guys. My topic was only related to driving license conversion from automatic to manual license. Not the gearbox.

Do you mean converting an automatic car to work with a manual gearbox? If so, forget it- much cheaper to simply apply for and get the right licence.

True that. Now if only they'd not make them so damn ugly...

yes, that what I was informed by RTA at the registration counter, that you can register a manual vehicle on an automatic license but you cannot drive it, legally atleast.

Legally if you're holding an automatic license you cannot drive or register a manual car in your name. Unofficially if the car is manual and you drive it without getting caught there are no implications. However no idea if you get caught. Part 2 is best left to the experts, so I leave the floor to @shadow79, @Barry and @treks to advise regarding the conversion.

That's correct if someone buy a complete new assembly with mirror. But I am asking if someone is interested to buy only the inside mirror and not the whole assembly, is it separately available new aftermarket?

I am planning to visit the Dead Sea. I have a skin problem and I hear going there will make my life easier. Always interested in cheap ways I can go there and spend some time

@Mikhail LukichevYes please. We will wait for your travelogue. Please post pictures of your journey too.

😂😂 when I see lady owned it means they have hit every kerb in all 7 Emirates and the tyres will be full of bubbles and the alignment will be out of whack i know “British owned” has become a meme in UAE but when I’m buying random stuff on dubizzle I like buying from British sellers. The price is the price, the item is described as is. There is no “last price” bs. The price advertised is a fair price, pre haggled. You get what you see.

There is no chance to break as you putting in the whole new assembly...just in case you are not confident we can toss it in for sure without breaking it...

Never heard of this vehicle before, maybe one for the vehicles not sold in UAE thread? Also didn't realize Force were a proper vehicle manufacturer but I had heard of the Force India F1 team. Quick look at the specs and it isn't so impressive. I guess it's comparable to the similar Mahindra model but with slightly less power and better looks. Torque v HP ratio seems pretty respectable but as it's a diesel, it's to be expected. I imagine it would make a better tow car than dune basher. Still, a pretty cool looking 4x4. 4 cylinder common rail turbo diesel 2596 cc 85 hp @ 3200 rpm 230 nm @ 1400-2400 rpm 5 speed manual Selectable 4x4 with hi low Fully floating front axle, live rear axle Discs on the front, drums on the rear

Yes. The Gurkha regiment were recruited by the British army and saved the British imperialists ass so many times, they are still saving their asses in Singapore, but this is a non political forum so lets not get into that.

I'm going to jump in on this. Part of the reason air suspension used to get a bad reputation when it first came out is because it was so new. When it went wrong, the mechanics on the ground didn't know how to repair it so it became a main dealer job. Things got expensive fast. Now it's easy. People know how it works and its not complicated. Its just a compressor, controller, valve block and 4 air bags. Sounds simple doesn't it? Because it is. But back then people were scared because they didn't understand it. Remember when fuel injection became a thing instead of carburetors? Its the same. People don't like to accept new technology. Air suspension isn't overly expensive to repair if you know what you're doing and can diagnose the problem. Even an idiot like me can order a repair kit online and rebuild a complicated looking air suspension setup. Shit, the instructions are even in the box. I know a lot of people swear by shocks and springs. Their 20 year old car is still running on the original springs. I know people with 40+ year old cars running on original springs. Yes. But look at new cars, a spring can break after 3-4 years. This is all down to the quality of the steel used. Go a few years back and the springs were made from fresh virgin metal. Now the metal has been recycled and recycled and mixed so many times it has lost its purity. Thats why old cars are still running their original springs and new car springs break after 3-4 years. For a race car id always choose adjustable shocks and springs but for everyday driving, id have airbags. the ride quality is like night and day.

Well, I expected something better. Thanks for sharing! It is not something I'm looking for.

@Javier M unfortunately i won’t be able to make it this friday! Hope you have a great time!

Hi everybody, 50% chance I can make it. I will know for sure on the 17th after 18:00. Hope to see you again on the 18th!

I'm happy to have a puncture and pull bike a km or two then getting scratched by car. Light is on its way and few other titbits

Thanks, @ging for the suggestion, I got a helmet and gloves so far and will see what else I can afford in this heat and the non-cycle friendly world. @Barry I totally agree with your thoughts on this as the first day I chose street ride for 2 km to reach to cycling strip and got the creeps as every passing car was so close to me, so while coming back I thought to ride bike in opposite lane and almost every second car was dipping the high beam as if I couldn't see them and making me blind in hard shoulder. Then I decided to stick to the 1 km rough patch than the side street.

Yes, barry you are right, I got this front sus MTB as first 1 km shortest distance to cycling strip is a bit of offroad, sand cross tracks and loose gravel path. Good to know that you are a bike encyclopedia, I keep pinging you then. Thanks.

Hi Gaurav, Good to hear that you're getting back on the bike, it is definitely relaxing. I am not an avid biker, more like a recreational one. I live next to the Al Qudra Cycling track so that helps too. In general i have to say that the infrastructure in Dubai is still quite weak when it comes to cyclists, but there is slight improvement. If you want you can also rent a bike near to the Al Qudra lakes (Giant store). My best advice would be to start slowly and enjoy every ride. Your stamina will quickly improve but it is important to not overdo it and to keep an eye on your heart rates. If you monitor those properly your physical strength and stamina will improve without pain or injuries. Good luck !

For me personally, the Gurkha name attached to a vehicle stirs up feelings that it’s going to be tough as hell, a force to be reckoned with. I know who the Gurkhas were. And they got screwed over for a long time. But it’s good to see them now starting to get the recognition they deserve.

Of course, I understood that and lot more what's in reality than just in historical books. With all due respect and honor of that name, now in present time (at least in Delhi) every building has a sleeping watchman named Gurkha https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gurkha

@Gauravbhai its more related to Gurkha regiment of Indian Army

Sorry to say that but the only thing I didn't like in this is the name itself, as Gurkha name is often used for security guards and watchman for buildings, banks, school and offices. Secondly, instead of touching some specific regiment or tribe name, they could have created something more generalized name like Defender, Cruiser, Warrior, Trail.....bla bla something.

Instead of mimicking G Wagon, it resonates a lot with Defender styling and ZERO comfort feel. I agree the price is a killer indeed for well built tough (hope so) 4x4x4 ROTFL

Not bad for a approx 60000AED price tag...