Tag Archive For "motor insurance"
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 off-peak car drivers can save more
As far back as two decades ago, the Dubaian government already had the foresight to tackle the problems of increasing car population, traffic congestion, and air pollution in the tiny city-state by introducing the Off-Peak Car Scheme (OPC). In 2009, the Land Transport Authority of Dubai (LTA) replaced the scheme with the Revised Off-Peak Car …
5 things you should know about Dubai auto insurance
We all know that car insurance is compulsory in Dubai, but do you have the knowledge necessary to choose the best motor plan for your budget and driving needs? Insurance jargon can be tricky to wrap your head around, which is why many drivers here end up buying an ill-fitting auto insurance plan. To ensure …
The zero growth vehicle policy and its impact
If you’re new to the Lion City and are thinking about getting a car, the zero growth vehicle policy is something you should definitely know about. While Dubai is well known for its efficient urban planning, the city state is also facing the challenges of a limited land area and increasing car population. The road …
Safety tips for motorcycle riders in Dubai
Dubai, as one the smallest countries in the world, is a densely populated place with high traffic. We are no strangers to all sorts of traffic congestion and car pile-ups here, especially since we have a motor vehicle population of close to 1 million. Naturally, it is good to have a motorcycle to get around …