Fujairah number-plate auction raises AED 5.4 million
The special car number plate auction held by Fujairah Auctions, under the observation of the Fujairah Police, saw more than Dhs 5 million raised.
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Abu Dhabi Police impound 600 vehicles during UAE National Day
Abu Dhabi Police claimed around 600 vehicles were impounded in the capital city during the UAE’s 41st National Day celebrations.
“Saudi drifting” teen killed after crashing into truck
Nicely-edited “Saudi drifting” videos always make it appear like nobody gets hurt as so-called skilled drivers do their thing in public streets. But things do go wrong on a regular basis. An 18-year driver in Saudi Arabia was killed recently when he rammed his Hyundai Elantra into a heavy-duty truck while doing illegal stunts in traffic.
RTA reintroduces Salik toll charges for Dubai taxis
Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) recently announced that they will be reapplying the rule of charging taxi passengers toll-gate fees from the middle of January 2013.
A Renault for every milestone in your life
There are moments that change your path in life, moments that change the way you are seen by others. And there is a Renault for every milestone.
Strict new rules for UAE national day car decorations
The UAE Ministry of Interior has issued guidelines regarding car decorations for UAE national day celebrations on December 2. Penalties include one-month car impoundment, a Dhs 2,000 fine and 12 black points.
Gumball 3000 all set for UAE luxury tour
Gumball 3000, arguably the world’s most famous luxury rally, is coming to the Middle East for the very first time, and United Arab Emirates is chosen as the venue for the brand’s inaugural Luxury Tour, starting this November.
Oman Police foil attempt to smuggle stolen car across border
The Royal Oman Police recently foiled an attempt to smuggle a stolen car out of the country.
Dubai Police impounds 80 vehicles in one week
Within just one week, the Dubai Police impounded 80 vehicles for violating traffic rules, apparently all within the Bur Dubai area. More than half of these cars were confiscated for expired registrations, while another car owner who bagged fines worth Dhs 154,415 also had his car taken away. Surprisingly, the latter vehicle owner never showed up to address his hefty fine issue.
New UAE traffic laws: Don’t park the ‘wrong’ way
Beware, motorists in Sharjah! Apparently reverse parking your car in a parking space can result in a Dhs 200 fine. Also Dubai Traffic Police plans to introduce new fines for motorists for several offences, including for wearing sunglasses at night.
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