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Dubai's New Infinity Bridge Tunnel and Your Commute
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Dubai's New Infinity Bridge Tunnel and Your Commute

Dubai's new Infinity Bridge tunnel changes Deira commutes. Here's what routes shift and why a fuel-efficient used car makes sense now.

November 8, 2026 • 5 min readRead more
Transferring a Used Car in Dubai: Fees and Steps
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Transferring a Used Car in Dubai: Fees and Steps

Planning to buy a car in Dubai? Here's every step, fee, and document you need for the RTA ownership transfer — plus why checking accident history matters.

November 8, 2026 • 7 min readRead more
UAE's New 5-Vehicle Limit: What Sellers Need to Know
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UAE's New 5-Vehicle Limit: What Sellers Need to Know

UAE's new 5-vehicle limit starts 2027. Here's what sellers need to know, how to clear registrations, and how to sell car UAE smoothly before the cap kicks in.

November 2, 2026 • 7 min readRead more
Informal Car Deals and Fine Traps in UAE
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Informal Car Deals and Fine Traps in UAE

Buying used cars in UAE through a handshake? Unpaid fines and legal trouble could follow you. Here’s how to protect yourself.

October 25, 2026 • 7 min readRead more
UAE Traffic Fines and Used Car Transfers
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UAE Traffic Fines and Used Car Transfers

Outstanding traffic fines can block a used car transfer in the UAE. Here’s how to check before you buy and why formal platforms protect you.

October 23, 2026 • 7 min readRead more
Dubai RTA Vehicle History Check Before You Buy
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Dubai RTA Vehicle History Check Before You Buy

Run a free RTA vehicle history check before buying any used car in Dubai. Here’s how to do it step by step — and what the results really mean.

August 30, 2026 • 6 min readRead more
How to Import a Used Car Into the UAE in 2026: Age Limits, Customs Duty, Registration & Step-by-Step Process
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How to Import a Used Car Into the UAE in 2026: Age Limits, Customs Duty, Registration & Step-by-Step Process

Want to import a used car into the UAE? Here’s your 2026 guide covering age limits, customs duty, registration steps, and whether it’s worth it vs. buying locally.

June 30, 2026 • 8 min readRead more
RTA Mulkiya Renewal for Used Cars in the UAE 2026: Requirements, Costs & What Can Block It
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RTA Mulkiya Renewal for Used Cars in the UAE 2026: Requirements, Costs & What Can Block It

Everything UAE used car owners need to know about Mulkiya renewal in 2026 — requirements, costs, common blockers, and how to get it done smoothly.

June 25, 2026 • 10 min readRead more
Salik VAT, Parking Fees & Tolls in 2026: How Dubai’s Driving Costs Affect Your Used Car Budget
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Salik VAT, Parking Fees & Tolls in 2026: How Dubai’s Driving Costs Affect Your Used Car Budget

New 5% VAT on Salik tolls and rising parking fees in Dubai affect your real car ownership costs. Here’s how to budget for your next used car.

June 23, 2026 • 8 min readRead more
Car Ownership Transfer in Dubai: RTA Process, 2026 Fees & Step-by-Step Guide
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Complete Guide to Transferring Car Ownership in Dubai 2026: Fees, Documents and the RTA Process

Car ownership transfer in Dubai doesn’t have to be complicated. This step-by-step guide walks you through the RTA process—from required documents and fees to vehicle inspection rules and common mistakes. Whether buying from a dealer or private seller, here’s exactly what you need to know in 2026

March 24, 2026 • 5 min readRead more
RTA Transfer Checklist Dubai: Complete Guide to Car Ownership Transfer in 2025
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RTA Transfer Checklist Dubai: Complete Guide to Car Ownership Transfer in 2025

Planning to sell or buy a car in Dubai? This complete RTA transfer checklist explains all required documents, inspection steps, and fees for a hassle-free ownership transfer in 2025.

October 21, 2025 • 6 min readRead more
documents required for Buying car in Dubai
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Essential Paperwork for Buying New & Used Cars in Dubai – 2025 Edition

Buying a car in Dubai in 2025? Make sure you have all the right documents. This guide outlines what’s needed for new and used cars.

June 30, 2025 • 3 min readRead more
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