Category Archive For "Driving"
Driving offenses in Dubai and their penalties
Driving offenses and their penalties in Dubai are timely topics for discussion. This is because, according to first half results released by the General Insurance Association (GIA) in September, the motor insurance sector has recorded an underwriting loss of $12.6 million for the six months up to June 30th, 2018, compared to a profit of …
How to secure reduced-premium usage-based car insurance?
If you have ever wondered when motor insurance companies will come up with a fair system to reward safe driving based on facts, the answer is now. Usage-based car insurance plans in Dubai gather their harvest this year, as one year has passed since their introduction to the Dubai market. These tailor-made motor insurance plans …
Can taking a defensive driving course affect your car insurance plan?
You might have seen elsewhere that drivers in other countries can secure a discount on their premiums by completing a defensive driving course. It makes sense. Your car insurance plan price is based on risk; if you’re a more skilled driver, you’re more likely to be safer, which means your risk of causing an accident …
An expat’s guide to buying a car in Dubai
Dubai is easily one of the most popular cities for expats. With a robust economy, leading healthcare, a wealth of international schools, and an extensive transit system, it is not too hard to see why many expats set their sights on this city. In many cases, if you are moving here you likely won’t need …
Your guide to road rules in Dubai
Beyond acquiring vehicle control skills, and behaving responsibly behind the wheel, there are a number of road rules that every driver should know and follow for safe driving. From speed limits and seatbelts, to drink-driving and mandatory third party car insurance coverage, today’s article provides an overview of the main road rules in Dubai. How …