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    A comprehensive data analysis of 618 verified owner testimonials has shed light on the specific psychological and technical barriers preventing 4x4 owners in the UAE from utilizing their vehicles' true off-road capabilities. The study, derived from nearly a decade of regional driving data, categorizes the primary "fears" and "solutions" that define the journey of a modern off-roader.
    Data Source: Analysis of 618 Verified Reviews via Carnity Google Business Profile.
    The analysis examined reviews posted between 2018 and March 2026, including 514 written reviews, making it one of the largest publicly review-based snapshots of desert driving sentiment in the UAE.

    The findings suggest that for many SUV owners, the biggest barrier is not the vehicle itself. It is the absence of clear technique, safe guidance, structured learning, and the confidence to begin.
    What emerges is not a story of thrill-seeking first. It is a story of hesitation, caution, curiosity, and the desire to learn properly.
    The "Desert Barrier": A Statistical Breakdown of Owner Hesitation
    While the UAE possesses some of the world's most beautiful & accessible dunes, a significant percentage of 4x4 owners remain "on the fence." The following data identifies the primary deterrents identified by drivers before receiving formal technical guidance:
    35% - The Integrity Concern (Fear of Damage): The leading deterrent is the perceived risk to a vehicle’s mechanical or cosmetic state. Owners of stock SUVs often believe the desert will inevitably lead to "bashing" or costly repairs. 35% - The Modification Myth: A large segment of the community operates under the misinformation that expensive aftermarket lifts, tires, and cooling systems are a prerequisite for sand entry. 20% - The Isolation Factor (Safety Anxiety): Fear of being stranded, unable to self-recover, or getting lost in areas without mobile reception. 10% - Mechanical Knowledge Gap: Uncertainty regarding how to manage engine temperatures, transmission heat, and tire pressures (the "Mechanical Sympathy" gap).
     
    The Profile of a 4x4 Owner: Where Do You Fit?
    The analysis identifies three distinct profiles that characterize the UAE's driving community. Readers often find themselves correlating with one of the following:
    The High-Value Conservator: Values the vehicle as a significant investment. This driver seeks a "Zero-Damage" methodology and refuses to enter the sand without a proper technical guidance to make sure that the car returns in the same condition it left. The Solo-Aspirant: Loves the idea of adventure but is hindered by the fear of embarrassment or being a "burden" to a group. Their goal is independence and mastering self-recovery. The Technical Purist: Realizes that a 4x4 is a complex tool. They are less interested in "thrills" and more interested in the physics of sand - learning how to "read" dunes like a map.  
    Technical Findings: The "Skill vs. Power" Ratio
    The longitudinal study of these 618 accounts suggests a shift in regional driving culture. Data shows that 90% of "stucks" or refusals are attributed to driver input (throttle/steering mismanagement) rather than vehicle limitation. The transition from "sitting on the fence" to confident exploration is rarely achieved through vehicle upgrades, but rather through a structured understanding of Momentum & Steering Management and Refusal Recovery.
     
    FINDING ONE
    The Barriers Are Psychological, Not Mechanical
    When 514 owners described what had held them back from driving off-road - in their own words, unprompted - the responses clustered into seven distinct categories. The results rejected the common narrative that 'you need a modified vehicle to go into the desert'.

     
    FINDING TWO
    Meet the UAE's Fence-Sitter: A Precise Portrait
    Across 618 accounts, an unexpectedly consistent profile emerges of the UAE resident who owns a 4x4 but has not yet driven it off-road. The data paints a picture that most 4x4 owners in the UAE will immediately recognize - either in themselves or in someone they know.
    VEHICLE
    Owns a capable 4x4 - often a Prado, Patrol, Land Cruiser, Tahoe, Wrangler or equivalent. Unmodified and stock. Used primarily for school runs, supermarkets and the occasional highway trip.
    DURATION OF INACTION
    Has owned the vehicle for an average of 2–7 years without ever driving it on sand. Multiple reviewers cite owning their vehicle for 'years' before acting. One notes seven years of desert avoidance.
    THE TIPPING POINT
    Not a gear purchase. Not a vehicle upgrade. The single most-cited tipping point across all 618 accounts is a structured, guided, skill-based first experience - with someone else responsible for safety.
    THE DECIDING FACTOR
    A money-back guarantee is cited in multiple accounts as 'the reason I finally committed'. Financial risk removal - not peer pressure, not social media - is what converts the fence-sitter.
     
     
    FINDING THREE
    Once They Go: What Actually Changes
    Of the 618 accounts analyzed, 97.1% reported a positive shift following their first guided desert driving experience. The nature of that shift - what specifically changed for them - reveals where the real value of off-road driving lies for UAE residents.

     
     
    FINDING FOUR
    The Modification Myth - and What the Data Says
    One of the most consistent findings across 618 accounts - from 50+ nationalities, across 8 years, representing drivers from beginner to advanced - is the near-universal surprise at what a stock 4x4 can accomplish.

    No account across the full eight-year dataset describes a failed first experience due to vehicle specification. The failures described - getting stuck, refusals on steep dunes - are universally attributed to technique, confidence or decision-making, all of which are teachable. None is attributed to the vehicle stock state.
     
     
    Four Questions the Data Asks of Every 4x4 Owner in the UAE
    The 618 accounts - independent, voluntary, unedited - collectively pose a set of questions that any 4x4 owner reading this will recognize:
    How long have you owned your 4x4? Of the 618 surveyed, the median gap between vehicle purchase and first desert drive is measured in years - not weeks. The desert was always there. The intention was always there. Something else was in the way.
      Is your vehicle actually the problem - or is that an assumption? 35% of all accounts describe modification pressure as the reason they delayed. Zero accounts describe vehicle inadequacy as the reason they failed. The gap between those two numbers is worth sitting with.
      What is the fear, precisely? 53% of barrier-citations are fear-based. When broken down: fear of getting stuck (32%), fear of vehicle damage (21%). Both are addressable with a single structured session. Neither requires a new vehicle nor any modifications.
      What would actually change if you went? The data is unambiguous. 35% report saving money they had assumed they would need to spend. 34% report gained confidence as the primary outcome. 22% report learning self-recovery. The desert, it turns out, gives more than it takes.  
    Conclusion
    The data confirms that the desert remains an intimidating landscape for those without a technical roadmap. However, once the "Fear of Damage" and the "Modification Myth" are addressed through verified technical principles, the transition from a city driver to a desert explorer is not only possible but sustainable for the vehicle’s lifespan.
     
     
    DATA SOURCE
    All data derived from: Carnity Google Business Profile - 618 Verified Reviews.
    All reviews publicly accessible - https://search.google.com/local/reviews?placeid=ChIJe5h0kOJlXz4R0n3T6JZEDDI
    617 verified Google reviews 514 written reviews Review period: 2018 to March 2026 599 five-star 15 four-star 1 three-star 1 two-star 1 one-star 99.2% of all reviews are 4-star or 5-star
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    Revolutionizing the UAE Desert Experience: Green Sand Dunes and Lush Vegetation Unveiled After 75-Year Rainfall Phenomenon
    Dubai, UAE - [9 May 2024] - In a rare and extraordinary turn of events, the deserts of the United Arab Emirates have transformed into a breathtaking verdant paradise following the heaviest rainfall in 75 years. The once golden sands have given way to lush green dunes adorned with meter-tall vegetation, including vibrant shrubs and hardy desert plants painting a surreal picture of nature's resilience and beauty.
    This rare and remarkable phenomenon has captivated adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the desert in a way never seen before. The lush greenery contrasts magnificently against the backdrop of the arid desert, creating a visual spectacle that has drawn attention from around the world.
    Carnity, renowned for its expertise in off-road club drives and desert driving courses, recognizes the unique opportunity this natural phenomenon presents to 4x4 owners and enthusiasts. With the desert terrain now transformed into a green oasis, there's never been a better time to experience the magic of desert driving, surrounded by vibrant vegetation, exotic birds and stunning landscapes.
    "The lush green sand dunes and thriving vegetation offer a completely new perspective on desert exploration, and participants can navigate this transformed terrain safely and responsibly."
     
    @Frederic Frederic Nuyttens, Crew: The UAE desert is far more dynamic than what people think. Even though it has transformed over Millions of years from a sea into a dry uninhabited land, there is still plenty of life and vegetation to be found. The recent changes have turned some areas into green lush lands, providing better shelter and grazing opportunities for many animals. The question will remain on how long these newly created lakes and lush greenery will stay in place to experience.

     
    @Gaurav Gaurav Khanna, Crew: expressed his excitement about this natural wonder and its impact on desert exploration. "The transformation of the UAE deserts into a green oasis is nothing short of an extraordinary experience." This is a unique opportunity for 4x4 owners and adventure enthusiasts to experience the desert in a whole new light with their completely stock 4WD vehicle.
    "I love seeing the 4x4 owner's amazed reactions every day after their first desert drive."


     
    @Ale Vallecchi Ale Vallecchi, Senior Marshal: The UAE deserts, including parts of Dubai, have become greener due to increased rainfall in recent years. This has led to more vegetation, changing some areas from desert to shrubland. For off-roaders, driving tips after heavy rain include:
    Deflation is less important on firmer surfaces. Watch out for mud patches on flat areas, preferring grass patches or visible sand ripples. Drive faster to avoid sinking in mud. Be cautious on dunes as ridges may collapse or sand may harden, causing unexpected hazards. Enjoy the greenery but be careful when exploring after rain.
     
    @Islam Soliman Islam Soliman, Marshal: Other than the water rivers changing the topology which is a temporary feature, the long-term impact is the expansive growth of vegetation in sabkhas turning it into massive green fields. The growth of different types of grass and medium-sized plants attracts all sorts of life around it from butterflies and slugs to larger animals like oryxes and gazelles. Observed massive growth in the count of baby gazelles and oryxes in different areas, especially around Al Qudra and Al Fagaa area in the Dubai Desert. The vegetation growth on the dunes is helping stabilize the sand on the dunes, making them hard and compact. If the increased rainfall continues, this will help reduce the dust levels in the surrounding areas.

     
    @Looper Goutam Sharma, Expert: The deserts of Dubai have been becoming green for some time now; be it Qudra or Faqa'a the creation of lakes has increased the water level in the deserts of Dubai, and the rain has only exacerbated the situation. In our recent drive from Faqa'a to Al Qudra Desert (Bab Al Shams) we found a great example of it, where the desert was lush green with only the tops of the dunes having some sand.

     
    @Simon D Simon Dawood, Expert: Amidst global climate change, the UAE's deserts have experienced a noteworthy shift, highlighted by increased rainfall that has transformed arid landscapes into lush expanses. The emergence of a 'vegetation carpet' across areas like Lisaili, Al Qudra, Murquab, Nizwa, and beyond showcases nature's resilience. Revived wadis like Wadi Shawka and Wadi Al Qor, now with flowing water, are further signs of rejuvenation. For off-roaders and nature enthusiasts, the sight of a green desert signifies more than just visual beauty - it represents hope and renewal. This transformation serves as a touching reminder that unexpected changes can yield beauty and growth in our natural environment.
    "I can't hide my smile when I see a Green Desert."

     
    @DP1011 Deepak Panchariya, Expert: As an experienced off-roader, I've witnessed an incredible transformation in the UAE's off-road scene. This transformation is thanks to the UAE's dedication to ecological balance, exemplified by ongoing cloud-seeding projects and nature's support. Initially, many of us may have simply seen it as adding more greenery to the desert. However, taking a step back reveals a different perspective - the thriving desert life that these efforts nurture is truly remarkable. The UAE's expansive areas, like the pristine dunes in Qudra and Faqa, offer us a unique experience now. We can now enjoy driving through green landscapes, encountering desert wildlife, and marveling at clear dunes just at a short distance. It's a true luxury to be in this amazing country, where we can immerse ourselves in diverse natural beauty and experiences.

     
    Carnity Desert Driving Course is designed for both novice and experienced drivers seeking to explore the desert with confidence and respect for the environment. The comprehensive Masterclass covers essential topics such as sand driving techniques, vehicle preparation, navigation skills, and safety techniques. Participants learn the art of traversing challenging terrains and gain a deeper understanding of desert driving skills while respecting ecosystems and conservation principles. With expert guidance from seasoned instructors, drivers can navigate the green sand dunes and lush vegetation while minimizing environmental impact and preserving the natural beauty of the desert.
    As the UAE continues to attract adventurers and nature lovers seeking unparalleled experiences, Carnity remains at the forefront of desert driving education. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and immersive learning, we empower individuals to explore the wonders of the desert with the perfect blend of education, excitement, and environmental stewardship.
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    RTA Smart Drive app is better than Google Maps and Sygic in UAE
    Based on thorough test by many users we officially confirms that RTA Smart Drive navigation app is much better, intuitive and user friendly than Google maps and Sygic (offline maps) in the UAE.
    Launched by Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in late 2014, RTA Smart Drive app gained tremendous initial response and then consistent growth in number of users due to it's local intelligence.  RTA Smart Drive app tries to help motorists drive faster by selecting the shortest route that have less congestion based on real-time traffic information. Although this app works in whole UAE, but it works the best in Dubai due to it's aggressive real-time feed from below various sources:
    Traffic congestion reported by the flow of 8,000 taxis People reporting traffic obstructions through app Surveillance cameras on intersections Accidents reported by Dubai Police Planned traffic diversions by RTA RTA Smart Drive app notable features that making it better than Google Maps:
    Intuitive Speed Limit Display: Very intelligent and intuitively placed on top left corner and will only display when you exceed limit and then disappear when you are with in speed limit. It also flashes the red circle when you exceed speed limit beyond the 20 kms grace limit on most of the Dubai roads. Closest Fuel Station Display: Very thoughtful of RTA to add one or two nearest fuel station displayed all the time on top right corner so that drivers can plan their fill-up and breaks on the route. Accurate Live Traffic System: Highly accurate and most updated live traffic has been used within Dubai for the success of this great free app for the motorists. RTA combines the feed from Dubai police, Dubai Taxi's, Surveillance Cameras etc to keep this live feed reporting the most latest congestion and accidents on the Dubai roads. Although this app works in whole UAE, but without live traffic layer for outside Dubai area. By planning the fastest and shortest route with no congestion you can save fuel cost by hypermile. Extensive Local Support: Dubai RTA is providing amazing local support via email and plenty of YouTube videos to educate motorists to use this app more efficiently and benefit everyone by reducing the traffic congestion on the Dubai roads. Display Latest Detour and Under Construction Areas: With plenty of development here in Dubai, road maps are always evolving and updating on daily basis. This RTA Smart Drive app shows all the planned traffic diversions, detour and even factor them while planning routes and offer the various choices based on drive time and distance. This way you can also avoid plenty of RTA Fines and Traffic Fines in the UAE. Routes with multiple destinations: This rarely used but great feature that has been missed out from almost all navigation apps, makes it way in RTA Smart Drive. Now you can plan your route from Bur Dubai to JLT and add stop-over at Karama and Al Quoz to pick your friends on the way. Offline Maps: Using mobile data is not always desirable by many users, hence RTA Smart Drive answers this need very nicely that once installed and updated over wifi connection, it works absolutely great without internet connection except the live traffic layer that needs tiny bit of mobile data to fetch the latest congested routes. Breadcrumb trail: Small feature but very useful to see the purple breadcrumb trail of the road behind you while driving. This will definitely help the user when in new area, so that they don't circle same area more than once. Stopwatch timer: Last but not least, RTA Smart Drive features the stopwatch timer to record the distance, time, top speed and average speed from point A to B. Now you can record your best lap to office daily.  

     
    Download, Install and Initial Setup
     
    Explore Settings
     
    Live Traffic and Map Control
     
    Working with Places
     
    Searching Places
     
    Working with Routes
     
    Using Navigation Features
     
    Sharing Places and Routes
     
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    MotionX GPS Navigation App for iOS users
    One of the best GPS Navigation App thoroughly tested in UAE for off-road use
    Estimated read time: 5 minutes
    After an extensive test based among many GPS Navigation app for iOS and Android smartphones, we finally settled for MotionX being the best GPS navigation app. MotionX GPS offers very intelligent and intuitive way to adapt to the different conditions and offer simple yet powerful GPS navigation app that is totally impressive. We have been testing MotionX for over 3-4 months time now on 20+ different routes and terrains from sand, wadi, mountains and ocean and it simply never failed on anything.
    Unlike many other smartphone navigation app, MotionX doesn't heat up the phone or chew extensive battery. It also doesn't break the signal in middle of no coverage area and always continue to record/show the track as expected. The only Android app that comes closer to MotionX is Maverick, but it still has some teething issues and need some more time to mature.
    Fullpower released the MotionX-GPS for iPhone users in October 2008 and since then they have been successfully capturing the new technology and enhancing this navigation app capabilities. MotionX-GPS is a handheld GPS Multi-Sport app for runners, hikers, sailors, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), cyclists, geocachers, and other outdoor sport enthusiasts. It leverages the iPhone built-in GPS chip as well as other on-board sensors to provide location data. MotionX-GPS supports map data provided by OpenStreetMap, Google, Bing, Apple and others.
    One of our personal favorite feature in MotionX is it's capability to allow you to load Google satellite maps that can show the dunes formation, slip faces, sabkha's, wadi's, easy access points etc. (if you know how to read google maps). Of course this feature requires 3G / 4G connection when venturing in new area, but if you browse area before at home or on 4G then it can comfortably load cached map and allow you to record tracks, timing and waypoints easily. It's really an intelligent way to beat Garmin's Montana - Bird's eye view (paid subscription) in a comfort of your pocket size existing smartphone, no more devices to handle on dashboard while hitting the dunes.
    Some of the key and best features:
    MAPS See your position and tracks anywhere in the world on fast live MotionX open topographic and road maps. Course-up and direction-up maps. Best map selection from 14 different sources: Google, Bing, Apple Road, Satellite and Hybrid maps.
      RECORD TRACKS Record and save up to 300 tracks. See your track in real-time with Track up, North up, or Direction Up, then follow it later if you want to retrace your path. Record time, distance, speed and max speed. Live speed and altitude graphs.
      MARK WAYPOINTS Save up to 2500 personal waypoints for your favorite locations. Use the MotionX TapTap® tool for easy waypoint creation. Add a geotagged photo to capture the moment!
      ONBOARD MAPS Most accurate iPhone GPS App Downloading and storing maps for offline access is faster and easier than ever. MotionX maps can be cached for offline access and lightning fast rendering! MotionX Terrain and Road maps and NOAA marine charts can be downloaded for offline use for free.
      NAVIGATION Use the compass for orientation in True or Magnetic bearings. Visualize your progress and ETA while navigating. View coordinates in UTM, MGRS, OSGB (UK grid), Lat/Lon format.
      SHARING Post your tracks and waypoints to Facebook or Twitter, or email them to share. Share your location and see where your friends are in real-time using the Auto Live Updates feature. Source: http://gps.motionx.com/iphone/overview/
    How to install
    Go to Apple App Store Search for MotionX GPS (from Fullpower) Click on Get and install Price: 7.29 AED (2 USD) Size: 49.7 MB Requires iOS 8.0 or above Over 5 million users, top rated around the world
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    Dubai Police Fines

    By Carnity,

    Dubai Police Fines
    How to avoid Dubai Police Fines for speeding? How much grace speed limit is allowed? Which road have two speed limits? 
    Read also: Dubai Police Fines - 100% discount 
    Read below for all answers
    Estimated read time: 3 minutes
    Speeding radar fine is the most common fine in Dubai. Many drivers drive much below speed limit to avoid these hefty fines and other get fines thinking that some leeway is allowed without knowing the exact grace limit. 
    Speeding radar in most of the Dubai road has been set to 20 km above the speed limit assign to that road, but sadly many of us are unaware of this fact. There are no traffic fines issued by Dubai Police if you drive safely within that grace limit of 20 km in most of the Dubai roads mentioned below. You will only get Dubai police traffic fines once you exceed the 20 km as radar limit is set to trigger flash at +21 km in most of the Dubai roads. Some times this lack of information causes drivers delay and slow moving cars block the fast moving traffic who want to utilize this 20 km grace speed safely in the fast lane.
    Out of all Dubai roads, Sheikh Zayed Road is an exception to have two speed limits. The SZR that passes through Dubai has 100 km speed limit and radar will trigger at 121 km. Second speed limit of 120 km is set after crossing Jebel Ali (going out from Dubai), if you are driving towards Abu Dhabi and radar will trigger at 141 km.
    We hope this blog post will help all of Dubai drivers, so that we can bring awareness of a difference in speed limit vs radar limit in Dubai and help ease up the daily congestion on Dubai roads.
    Also read, most comprehensive list of RTA Fines and Traffic Fines in the UAE to avoid other fines.

     
     
    Sr. No. Road No. Street Speed Limit Radar Limit 1 E 11 Sheikh Zayed Road after Jebel Ali 120 km 141 km 2 E 77 Lahbab Road 120 km 141 km 3 E 311 Sh. Mohammed Bin Zayed Road 120 km 141 km 4 E 611 Emirates Road 120 km 141 km --------- ------------- ----------------------------------------------- ----------------- ---------------- 5 E 44 Dubai - Hatta Road 100 km 121 km 6 E 66 Dubai - Al Ain Road 100 km 121 km 7 E 11 Al Ittihad and Sheikh Zayed Road 100 km 121 km 8 E 44 Ras Al Khor and Al Aweer Road 100 km 121 km 9 E 44 Business Bay and Al Khail Road 100 km 121 km 10 D 50 Wadi Al Amardi Street 100 km 121 km 11 D 63 Umm Suqeim Road   90 km 111 km 12 D 71 Al Safa Street 100 km 121 km 13 D 75 Sheikh Rashed Road 100 km 121 km 14 D 83 Al Rebat Street 100 km 121 km 15 D 89 Al Khawaneej Road 100 km 121 km --------- ------------- ----------------------------------------------- ----------------- ---------------- 16 D 60 Beirut Street 80 km 101 km 17 D 62 Nad Al Hamar Road 80 km 101 km 18 D 64 Damascus Street 80 km 101 km 19 E 66 Oud Metha Road 80 km 101 km 20 D 78 Umm Hurair Street 80 km 101 km 21 D 78 Abu Baker Al Siddique Road 80 km 101 km 22 D 79 Nahda Street 80 km 101 km 23 D 80 Salahuddin Road 80 km 101 km 24 D 82 Al Rasheed Road 80 km 101 km 25 D 85 Baniyas Road 80 km 101 km 26 D 88 Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Road 80 km 101 km 27 D 88 Trade Center Road 80 km 101 km 28 D 89 Airport Road and Al Maktoum Street 80 km 101 km 29 D 91 Abu Hail Road and Al Quds Street 80 km 101 km 30 D 92 Al Khaleej Road 80 km 101 km 31 D 93 Al Wuheida and Tunis Road 80 km 101 km 32 D 94 Al Sufouh Road 80 km 101 km 33   Mankhool Street 80 km 101 km 34   2nd of December Street 80 km 101 km 35   Oman Street 80 km 101 km 36   Port Road 80 km 101 km  
    Source: Dubai Police website.
    Last updated: 11 June 2016
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    RTA Fines: Comprehensive List of RTA fines in the UAE.
    Below is the latest list of RTA Fines in the UAE, compiled by calling RTA call center at 800 9090 and seeking an advise from RTA personnel's over the email.
    Inquiry and payment of RTA Fines in the UAE:
    RTA Fines Salik Fines
     
    RTA Fines Description Amount     Right of way 5,000 AED Passengers Smuggling / Illegal Taxi 4,000 AED Using Bus / Taxi lane    500 AED Displaying vehicle for sale advertisement    500 AED Parking in disabled parking without permit    500 AED Salik crossing without tag - third time     400 AED Salik crossing without tag - second time       200 AED Failure to display parking ticket on dashboard    150 AED Salik crossing without tag - first time     100 AED Overstaying parking after parking ticket expires    100 AED Exceeding maximum parking time    100 AED Salik crossing without insufficient funds      50 AED Last update on 30 May 2016.
     
    Traffic Fines: Comprehensive list of common traffic fines in the UAE.
    Below is the latest and most commonly used traffic fines in the UAE, compiled by Dubai police website.
    Click here for complete list of Dubai Police Traffic Fines, which is also same for Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah as per UAE unified federal traffic law.
    Inquiry and payment of Traffic Fines in the UAE:
    Dubai Police Traffic Fines Abu Dhabi Police Traffic Fines Sharjah Police Traffic Fines
    20 Km Grace limit: Dubai Police fines difference between speed limit and radar limit
     

     
    Traffic Fines Description     Amount     Driving under the influence of alcohol / drugs 20,000 AED Dangerously / Reckless driving   2,000 AED Parking in fire hydrant / special needs parking   1,000 AED Over speeding by 60 kmph than the speed limit   1,000 AED Over speeding by 50 kmph than the speed limit      900 AED Jumping a red light           800 AED Over speeding by 40 kmph than the speed limit      800 AED Over speeding by 30 kmph than the speed limit      700 AED Over speeding by 20 kmph than the speed limit      600 AED Overtaking on a hard shoulder      600 AED Not stopping on pedestrian crossings      500 AED Failing to Give way to emergency vehicles      500 AED Stopping on yellow box      500 AED Exceeding 30% window tinting      500 AED Throwing trash on the road      500 AED Driving a noisy vehicle      500 AED Not using seat belt while driving      400 AED Failure to leave a safe distance      400 AED Allowing children under 10 years to sit in front      400 AED Land Discipline / Sudden swerve      200 AED Use of handheld mobile phone while driving      200 AED Blocking traffic      200 AED Parking on pavement      200 AED Driving below minimum speed      200 AED Not carrying driving license while driving      100 AED Not carry vehicle registration card while driving      100 AED Last update on 30 May 2016.
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    Fastest car in the world
    To be the Fastest car in the world is the priceless feeling for any car development team that spends so much time and effort to beat the world record. Sadly this feeling is absolutely temporary in today's modern world where this records get beaten every now and then.
    “Top Speed” is the most exciting part of any car that everyone pays EXTRA attention while buying or browsing. With great advancement in technologies, car speeds have risen from 40 Kmph to above 400 Kmph in last 50 years.
    Every inch of speed, multiplies human heartbeat and that’s why today car companies are paying extra attention in making road worthy cars faster and faster. To produce the "fastest car in the world" takes lot more than just an engine horsepower, as company need to balance the car power to weight ratio and design a car that is lot lighter and more agile aerodynamically to beat the previous fastest record.
    The list below of Top 10 fastest cars in the world is compiled by considering all the following features combined together: Tested, Claimed, Certified, Production car, non production (hand build / custom made) etc. As we believe the that there should be a complete list of ACTUAL "Fastest car in the world" that is road worthy.
    The Top 10 fastest cars in the world

     
    10. NOBLE M600
    Although last but not the least in the list this Noble M600 produced by Noble Automotive is the fastest than any available Lamborghini and Ferrari. Noble has been proudly hand built in the United Kingdom (outskirts of Leicester).
    Launched in 2010 Noble M600 has a top speed of 362 Kmph (225 Mph) powered with 650 hp Yamaha derived Volvo 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 engine. Noble M600 weighs just 1200 kgs and reaches 0-100 kms within 3.0 seconds (faster than mclaren and Koenigsegg CCX) with a very decent price tag of 450,000 USD (AED 1.65 Million).

     
    9. McLaren F1
    McLaren F1 is one of oldest and longest record holding "fastest car in the world" since 1998 till 2005 by McLaren Automotive. After 7 years McLaren record was beaten by Bugatti Veyron.
    McLaren F1 has a top speed of 372 Kmph (231 Mph) powered with 618 hp BMW M - 60 degree 6.1 liter, V12 engine. McLaren weighs mere 1138 kgs and reaches 0-100 kms within 3.4 seconds with a price tag of 800,000 USD (AED 2.9 Million).

     
    8. RUF CTR3
    Launched in Bahrain in 2007 RUF CTR3 from Ruf Automobile based out of Porsche pure performance DNA. 
    RUF CTR3 has a top speed of 375 Kmph (233 Mph) powered with 766 hp 3.8-litre flat-six Porsche unit with twin KK&K turbochargers. It weighs about 1375 kgs and reaches 0-100 kms within 3.1 seconds with a price tag of 510,000 USD (AED 1.87 Million).

     
    7. Pagani Huayra
    After the super success of Pagani Zonda, Pagani Automobili shown the world their most dramatic next upgraded beast as Pagani Huayra in 2012. Huayra means a wind-god received "Hypercar of the year 2012" by Top Gear Magazine.
    Pagani Huayra is capable of reaching the top speed of 383 Kmph (238 Mph) powered with 720 hp Mercedes-AMG 6 liter bi-turbo V12. It weighs under 1350 kgs and reaches 0-100 kms in just about 3.0 seconds with a price tag of 1,300,000 USD (AED 4.77 Million).

     
    6. Lykan HyperSport
    One of our (personal favorite) homegrown Dubai based W motor most expensive sought after Lykan HyperSport made a big bang presence with Furious 7. Lykan is the first super or hypercar made in the Arab world to make all of us proud here in the UAE.
    Lykan Hypersport achieves the top speed of 390 Kmph (240 Mph) powered with 780 hp RUF 3.7 litre twin-turbocharged Flat-six engine. It weighs approx. 1380 kgs and reaches 0-100 kms in 2.8 seconds with a hefty price tag of 3,400,000 USD (AED 12.5 Million).

     
    5. Koenigsegg CCX
    This is the Koenigsegg Automotive second car Koenigsegg CCX in the top 10 fastest cars list produced from 2005 till 2015 and launched in 2006 Geneva Motor Show. 
    Koenigsegg CCX boasts the top speed of 395 Kmph (245 Mph) powered with 806 hp 4.7-liter twin supercharged V8. Koenigsegg CCX weighs at 1456 kgs and hit 0-100 in 3.2 seconds with a moderate price of 700,000 USD (AED 2.5 Million).

     
    4. SSC Ultimate Aero TT
    As the name suggest it was designed to be the world fastest car in 2007 by SSC North America (Shelby Super Car). SSC ultimate Aero held the title of fastest production car from 2007-2010 until Bugatti Veyron has taken that crown.
    SSC Ultimate Aero is the first car in today's top 10 fastest cars in the world to hit the top speed above 400 Kmph mark (from bottom of the list), and reaches to 412 Kmph (256 Mph) powered with enormous 1183 hp Corvette C5R 6.3-liter twin-turbocharged V8. SSC Ultimate Aero weighs about 1393 kgs and hit 0-100 in less than 2.8 seconds with a very humble price of 600,000 USD (AED 2.2 Million).

     
    3. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
    Bugatti Veyron Super Sport is one of the most sexiest and most famous "fastest car in the world" till date by Bugatti Automobile. Bugatti Veyron has broken many records and beaten lot of hyper cars and super car record by seconds and miles.
    Bugatti Veyron Super Sport hits the top speed of 427 Kmph (265 Mph) powered with 1184 hp from humongous 8.0 liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine. No other supercars in this list uses this big 8.0 liter engine with these many (4) turbo chargers as Bugatti does. With this big engine comes the big weight of 1888 kgs, the most heaviest car in this list but still manage to sprint 0-100 just under 2.5 seconds with a grand price tag of 2,700,000 USD (AED 10 Million).

     
    2. Hennessey Venom GT
    In 2013 Hennessey Venom GT from Hennessey Performance has set the Guinness World Record for the fastest production car to sprint 0-300 kmph.  
    Hennessey Venom GT has top speed of 435 Kmph (270 Mph) powered with the biggest horsepower producing engine in this top ten list. Venom GT cranks 1244 hp with GM LS7 7.0 liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine. Weighing just 1244 kgs Venom GT toches 0-100 kmph in mere 2.5 seconds and comes with reasonable price of 1,250,000 USD (AED 4.58 Million).

     
    1. Koenigsegg Agera R
    Koenigsegg Agera R launched in 2011 in Geneva Motor Show by Koenigsegg Automotive stolen many hearts for it's most beautiful looks and amazing performance.
    Koenigsegg Agera R claims to reach 439 Kmph (273 Mph) powered with 1124 hp twin-turbocharged V8 engine. Koenigsegg Agera R weighing around 1435 kgs  and hits 0-100 in just about 2.8 seconds and comes with grand price of 1,600,000 USD (AED 5.82 Million).

     
    Friendly Disclaimer: A lot of time, effort, resources and rational thinking has been put together for hand crafting this beautiful list of Top 10 fastest cars in the world. Idea is to create something unique and interesting that doesn't exist anywhere yet than just replicating the ready list of Guinness World record or some motor authority certified results. Mixing the different league of production car vs custom build or new vs old etc. has been done intentionally to create a single unified list of ACTUAL fastest cars in the world on only two key parameters: "Top speed" and "road worthiness" for real car enthusiast's here at Carnity.com.
    Apologies if your favorite Lambo and Ferrari didn't made in the list, because their Top speed is slower than 362 Kmph (225 Mph). Or your Bloodhound supersonic capable of 1000 Mph didn't made in the list, because they are for desert or salt track and not road worthy enough.
    Having said all of the above, in case you find any information is inaccurate or wrongly positioned then please let us know and we will re-evaluate that finding and reflect in above list as fast as we can.
    Btw, we are serious that this is the one and only unique list in the world. So be sure you will be the first to share this with your friend's  
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    10 Factors Affecting Used Cars Depreciation
    FAIR WAY TO DEPRECIATE USED CARS
    Estimated read time: 10 minutes
    Apart from the "Age" and "Mileage" there are several other important and notable factors that impact any used car depreciation value. Car's age and mileage only contribute to the 40% of the depreciation value and remaining 60% usually left open without a fair consideration. While buying or selling any used car one should fairly consider all the below 10 points with listed percentage value to evaluate the car at right pricing.
    As car depreciation is the main cost factor after the fuel cost, which the car owners need to understand in greater detail to better plan and execute the used car buying and selling intelligently. While buying or selling any used car, the market condition will play important role, so if buyer and seller is reasonably educated on the fair price then car dealing is much easier and effective for both the parties.
    Below 10 factors has been assigned as per their contributing values in the total used car depreciation cost. You should add / remove their percentage values as per the conditions met to adjust the final depreciation value. Percentage values has been assigned to make it clear to novice user that how much up/down depreciation cost should go in certain criteria. Example: A car with high mileage can still fetch more value than the low mileage car if all other 9 factors goes in it's favor and all other 9 factors goes against the low mileage car. 
     
     

     
    MODEL YEAR (AGE) - 20%: Car age is indeed the first most important factor for identifying the car depreciation value. Older the car more depreciation will be mounted. Cars usually depreciate more in the first year of ownership and then from second and third year onward it picks a flat depreciation rate from 10% - 15% a year. Usually higher in German, US and UK cars than in Japanese and Korean brands. Click here to understand more on the age depreciation in detail.
      MILEAGE - 20%: As car are meant to be driven, so with higher mileage you effectively wear out everything in the car from Engine to Gearbox and HVAC to all electronics etc. Average per year mileage should be in range of 18,000 Kms - 24,000 Kms and anything more than this range will reflect in the higher depreciation value resulting in lower resale price.
      CAR CONDITION - 10%: Exterior and Interior general condition plays very important role in deciding the car resale value. Scratched exterior, dented bumpers, torn seats, broken/missing interior parts like knobs and dial will contribute to lower resale value and vice versa. Secondly, if the car has been involved in an accident and repainted substantially also contribute majorly towards the lower resale value.
      DEALER WARRANTY - 10%: Needless to say, if any used car comes with dealer warranty then next owner can drive more peacefully and be rest assure that car is in good health and also be backed with dealer warranty in case of something major component fails. Btw, it's a new trend from certain car dealers to not to transfer the existing warranty, so one should better check with the dealer before assuming.
      SERVICE HISTORY - 10%: This one is the most ignored key factor while buying or selling used cars. A proper dealer service history or servicing records from a competent workshop adds a huge boost to the used car sale price, as it shows that previous owner has done all the required vehicle maintenance as per periodic schedule so that new owner will not pay for the defer maintenance.
      RELIABILITY - 10%: Car reliability depends on analyzing the problems experienced by the owner in critical areas like: features and controls, engine and transmission, HVAC, electronics etc. The higher the reliability of certain car models offers the higher the resale value. As no one want's to buy the car that break apart after few years and it often goes for sale at dirt cheap prices.
      MODEL SHAPE - 5%: Almost all car model shape keeps getting changed every 3-5 years unless it's LR defender, lol. While buying and selling used car, the model shape that is same or closest to the existing year model shape will fetch the better resale value as compare to few versions older shape. Yes, this imply to the face-lifted car models even, but does not apply to the reshaped modelling done by the previous owners.
      FUEL ECONOMY - 5%:  Used car with highest fuel economy will get the better resale value in the same niche. As it's one of the most important cost factor that reflect on monthly cost, many new car buyers simply rule out the gas guzzlers which make their demand less and cause for lesser resale value (marginally). Learn more on how to save fuel cost by hypermile.
      MODEL SIZE - 5%: Although not so important in many car dealing, but regular size is the king for the best resale value in similar niche. Extra small (compact) or extra-large cars will fetch a tad lower resale value unless you are in market for 2 door Nissan Patrol or 2 door Land Cruiser that still hold insane resale value.
      OWNERSHIP - 5%: Lesser the number of previous owners are better for resale value as that will comfort the new owners marginally to factor previous owner behavior variations with the car ownership in the past. Multiple previous owners can also cause the deal to decline if the buyer is very sensitive on this issue, let alone the lower resale value.  
     
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    30 Fuel Saving Tips For Saving Over 30 Percent On Fuel Cost
    Hypermile: Extreme Energy Efficient Driving
    Hypermiling is the art of saving fuel by understanding and reducing the driving habits or ways that sips extra fuel on every mile (km) you drive. Without knowing the below little secrets we conveniently blame the vehicle or car manufacturer to design such fuel-thirsty cars. Of course, we agree some cars are more fuel-sipping than others that have been engineered with fuel efficiency in mind, but still, you can control the fuel efficiency by over 30 percent by simply following the below fuel-saving tips.
    For result-oriented fuel-saving, one needs to understand the basic science behind fuel consumption in simple language. When your body works out hard or runs a long stretch, you eat more food. Similarly, car fuel consumption depends on this basic science too, that how hard you drive and how much load you carry from place A to place B. Secondly how you can reduce the drag against the incoming air as a basic law of physics. 
     

     
    Engine and Drive-train
    1. Avoid Idling: One of the biggest factors affecting the fuel mileage is to let the car engine run idle for a long time in parking, while loading/unloading while pulling over for phone calls or GPS routing etc. You should even switch off the car engine on a longer traffic signal that lasts more than 30 seconds. Roughly every 1 minute spent on idling consumes fuel for 2 km's drive (this may vary dramatically based on the size of the engine and use of A/C).
    During idling the combustion of the air/fuel mixture is not completed efficiently, meaning that some fuel gets deposited on the cylinder walls. This removes the protective lubricating film, which in turn causes increased mechanical wear, and oil dilution over long periods.
    2. Check tire pressure weekly: Second most important factor for saving fuel is to drive with fully inflated tires. Even if your car has TPMS (Tire pressure monitoring system) still keep a close check of all tire pressure all the time. TPMS will raise an alarm when the tire is generally lower by 5-7 psi and this variance is enough to cause additional drag for your car to consume extra fuel. Lower the tire pressure = higher fuel consumption.
    3. Use higher gear: As much as possible, use the highest gear available in your car. If your car has an option of OD (Overdrive), leave it engaged all the time as this will switch to the next higher gear as soon as possible. If your car gear transmission comes with economy mode, leave it on ECO mode always as it will shift gear faster for achieving better fuel mileage.
    In manual transmissions match the gear selection to the road and engine speed. Using too higher gears can actually use more fuel because a bigger throttle opening is required to overcome the effects of gear ratios that do not match the car’s speed.
    4. Regular car service: Periodic servicing as mentioned in the car owner's manual must be done to change the engine oil, and engine oil filter, and clean or replace the engine air filter. This regular maintenance is very important for optimizing fuel efficiency and also to keep your car engine running happy and healthy for a long time. 
    5. AC on circulation and Eco mode: Set your car air conditioner to recirculate cabin air as it will use less power to keep the cool air cold, than cooling the outside hot air to cool in an open vent setting. Also use AC in an eco mode that frequently switches off the compressor and works more with re-circulation of cold air, which reduces the significant load on engine fuel economy.
     
    Driver (Real nut behind the wheels)
    6. Drive at ease: Driving at easy behavior to accelerate gradually and braking slowly will amazingly increase the fuel efficiency, then sharp speeding and braking while driving in rush.
    7. Plan your brakes: Anticipate the traffic or turn ahead of you to avoid hard braking. Always keep an eye on the brake light of 3-4 vehicles ahead of you and leave the acceleration as soon they brake. This will give you enough time to slowly approach the braking vehicle and slow down your car with little or no brake. This conserves a lot of fuel and also saves the brake pads and brake rotors/discs.
    Always keep a long enough following distance to the vehicle directly in front of you to avoid having to adapt your own speed to the traffic flow all the time. Maintain a following distance of at least four to five seconds to avoid continually having to brake and accelerate.   
    8. Plan your stops: While approaching a red signal, leave the acceleration from a distance and hold the brake gently as if to approach the signal when it’s green. Idea is to use the car's momentum as much as possible and not to start the car from a standstill point (if possible).
    By sticking to the speed limits, you can catch all the lights on the green if you catch the first one on the green. The majority of the traffic lights are synchronized to the speed limits, so by driving smart, you can avoid having to stop at all traffic lights.
    9. Rev less: Try to drive around 2000 rpm or less by driving in a higher gear or by a softer acceleration in automatic cars. Higher the engine rev’s it takes a lot more fuel and covers less distance. Leave high revs for the fastest car in the world and not for daily drivers.
    Drive a manual car in its most effective rev range. Smaller engines need to be run at about 3000 to 3200 RPM to work comfortably, so use proper gear selection and matching engine speeds to use the least amount of fuel. Making small engine labor at lower revs requires bigger throttle openings, which uses more fuel to maintain power and speed.  
    10. Shift to Neutral when stopped: Make a habit of shifting gear in Neutral as soon as you stop in traffic or elsewhere where your car is not moving. Keeping the car engaged in D (Drive) wastes a lot more fuel when the engine is pushing the car forward and the brake is holding it back.
     
    Vehicle Dynamics
    11. Tire size and weight: Always get the OEM tire size of recommended tire brand. Increasing the tire size or the weight can cause a dramatic change in fuel consumption. Lighter the tires, better the fuel efficiency and vice-versa.
    While it is true that correct tire pressures can improve fuel consumption by up to 3%, much of this saving can be offset by using non-standard tires. Fitting wider and bigger tires can actually use more fuel than standard equipment due to the increased rolling resistance of wider tires. Always keep tires as close to the original size/width as possible to get the biggest savings. 
    12. Switch off DRL: Turn off the DRL (Daytime Running Lights) if it’s not needed on a bright and shiny day, this also adds a bit of extra overhead for fuel consumption.
    13. Close Windows and Sunroof: While driving at a higher speed, it’s better to drive with all windows and sunroof closed to reduce the aerodynamic drag.
    14. Clear your trunk (boot): Remove all unwanted stuff from the trunk and backseat, as every single object weight “really” adds up to increased fuel consumption.
    15. Remove unused roof rack: Just like above, if you aren’t using those roof racks frequently then better get rid of them and save a few liters on every fill-up. The roof rack adds weight and also affects the aerodynamics of the vehicle.
     
    Make better Choices
    16. Drive on tarmac than off-road: Prefer to drive on tarmac than on loose gravel or sandy patch that has less traction and results in consuming more engine power at higher fuel consumption.
    17. Cruise control or steady throttle: Idea is to drive a vehicle at any constant speed to increase fuel efficiency. Cruise control is good for straight roads but bad for incline and declining roads. It is best to develop a throttle control to keep it at a set constant position all the time for best gains.
    18. Choose a less crowded fuel station: Plan your fuel fill-ups in time, especially in the evening or night, and avoid a busy fuel station that will keep your car running idle for minutes and spoil the fuel economy further.
    19. Don’t warm up the car: It’s a thing of the past now, as all modern cars don’t require warming up the engine for 5-10 minutes. While you start, driving gently (no hard acceleration) is more than enough to warm the engine oil and protect your car engine.
    20. Use soft music while driving: The choice of soft music will make you more attentive and considerate on the road with all of the above fuel-saving tips. The fast or upbeat number will aggravate you more to forget all and drive fast as possible and race to the finish line.
     
    Plan and Monitor
    21. Track your fuel consumption: For improving the fuel mileage, one needs to track it on every fill-up and then compare it with previous mileage to improve further. Fuelly is one good site and app that offers tracking fuel fill-ups very efficiently and do the cross-comparison with previous tank reading to encourage driver.
    22. Display fuel consumption in cluster: If your car comes with a fuel consumption display then drive it with that all the time to keep a constant eye on your driving behavior and constantly challenge and remind yourself to improve it.
    23. Take the empty roads: Prefer to choose an empty road while routing than the traffic-filled road, as car consumes a lot of extra fuel in stop and go traffic. For example, a 5 km stretch in 20 mins will sip more fuel than a 10 km stretch in 20 mins.
    You can plan the shortest and fastest route by using GPS navigation by using the traffic layer. 
    24. Drive around the economy zone: Every car speedometer has two little green points around the 40-60 and 80-100 range indicating the best fuel economy zone. Try to drive within or around that economy zone as much as possible.
    25. Start early to avoid rush: Start 5-10 minutes early to avoid rush hours or rushing at high speed or getting stuck in stop-and-go traffic which is worst for fuel mileage.
     
    External Factors
    26. No to drive-ins: Start saying no to drive-in restaurants and cafés that get you stuck in the queue for several minutes and spoil the fuel economy. It’s better to step out and stretch a little while waiting for your order.
    27. Pick the clean lane: While driving in a clean lane you can control your gradual speeding and plan your brakes than in a busy lane that forces you to brake and speed up all the time.
    28. Honk if needed: If you suspect the car in the next lane gliding towards your lane without an indicator, just honk a little to get to his attention and avoid any hard braking or sudden maneuver.
    29. Adhere to the speed limit: If you adhere to the assigned road speed limit then you are among the majority of the car driver on the road and you don’t have to slow down or pace up suddenly. These sudden increase or decrease in speed takes a toll on the fuel mileage.
    30. Park in shade: This will heat up your car less and will use lesser air conditioning to cool the car cabin and resulting in less fuel consumption and a more comfortable drive.
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    EMMA Arabia

    By Carnity,

    Carnity attended EMMA Arabia - Underground Party at City Walk, Dubai on 22 April 2016. This event is primarily focused on highly modified Car audio system, engine performance, body modifications, interior modifications, sounds and lights. All participants are judged by EMMA Arabia jury and awarded accordingly in their best categories. Although most of the cars were same as we have seen in the last week Gulf Car Festival at Bay avenue, but we still came across few amazing car owners who have modified their cars to extreme. Below pictures are the one that have done serious job on their cars to bring the individuality to match their personality. 
    Omani Lexus GS430 showing the great body work to open all the doors, trunk and hood in a new creative style by hamadi.311. Roush Mustang with Lambo doors. Another blue Lexus with amazing artwork in the engine bay, the most neglected area of all cars. Chevy Camaro with red engine bay to match the red tron-styled wheels is another classy example of mod done with an excellent taste. Then there is extreme modified old Mercedes SUV transformed into sound station loud enough to rock the aliens in the near-by galaxy. Then there was orange and silver silverado with awesome body paintwork and highly souped up sound system. There are many more beautiful done rides with an awesome taste and extreme look and feel as seen in pictures below.
     
    EMMA Arabia, April 2016 Video (2:40 Min)
     
     
    EMMA Arabia, April 2016 Pictures (42 Images)










































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