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The Abu Dhabi police force have announced that a new smart radar will begin operating this month. Whilst this piece of car news may not exactly be welcomed by all supercar owners in Abu Dhabi, it will be introduced to make the roads a much safer place. In an effort to forewarn all motorists, the police have stated the radar will be in use throughout Abu Dhabi across all major road networks before being rolled out further.

Starting in mid-April, the radar will be placed on all roads that run through and around the Emirate. The radar works by instantly scanning number plates to ensure the car’s registration is still in date and hasn’t expired.

Instant fines

In line with driving laws within the UAE, all vehicle owners who are caught by the new smart radar system will receive an AED 500 fine. Not only that, but they can expect their vehicle to be impounded and they’ll also receive four black points on their licence. With the new system up and running on April 15th, time is of the essence for all vehicle owners who have expired registrations or insurance. The only way to ensure you don’t incur a fine is by making sure everything is up to date with your vehicle.

Cutting down human effort

By using the new system, the Abu Dhabi police force can expect to have more resources at their disposal. Chasing down expired registrations and drivers without proper insurance can be incredibly time consuming, but with the smart radars automatically detecting expired registrations and insurance, Abu Dhabi police officers are able to concentrate their attention on maintaining road safety. That means safer roads for all motorists throughout the country.

Positive change

Brigadier General Ahmad Al Shehi, who holds the deputy director position within the police force’s Traffic Directorate, stated that he expected the rules to ‘bring in positive results’. He also urged all motorists to renew any expired plates and he expects more motorists will adhere to vehicle licensing laws now that the smart radars are on their way. One thing is for sure, those who don’t can no longer expect to escape punishment whenever they travel in and around Abu Dhabi.

The United Arab Emirates is a big place, and petrol can be expensive. If you’re a motorist in the UAE, you may be wondering how you can save money on fuel in order to make your daily commute a little cheaper. If so, you’ll be pleased to hear that Gulf News recently published a list of tips for saving fuel when driving around the UAE. We’ve collated these tips with other pieces of advice from reputable sources to provide you with a straightforward guide to cutting down on your petrol costs.

1. Pay attention to the weather

Because the weather in the UAE is usually so warm – with an average temperature of 41 degrees Celsius in the summer – many drivers get into the habit of keeping their air conditioning on constantly – not a problem we have in the UK. This wastes a lot of fuel. Pay attention to the ambient temperature and turn off your AC whenever the weather is cool enough. Even if you can only turn off your air conditioning once every few days, you’ll end up saving a lot of money on fuel over the course of the year.

2. Travel light

Many people carry a lot of items that aren’t really necessary in the boots of their cars. This added weight causes vehicles to burn more fuel. Check your boot every few weeks to make sure you’re not carrying any heavy items that you might have forgotten about. If you are, put them in the house – especially those golf clubs – your car will use petrol more efficiently if it doesn’t have to carry as much weight.

3. Turn off the engine whenever possible

Whenever you need to stop your car for a few minutes (for example, to drop someone off or unload goods), we recommend turning off the engine. Even leaving it running for a few minutes wastes petrol.

4. Downsize your car

Of course, if you really want to save money on petrol, the easiest way to do it is to invest in a smaller, more fuel-efficient car.

Here at Simply Car Buyers, we care about helping you reduce your petrol bill. If you do choose to invest in a smaller, lighter car, we can help. We buy any car, so we can offer you a good price for your old vehicle to help you raise the funds you need.

The announcement that Jaguar Land Rover is to base its new regional headquarters at Dubai Silicon Oasis is some of the latest UAE car news to hit the headlines. The facility is set to include an engineering test centre and training academy, as well as a comprehensive customer relations centre, so it will bring a host of increased job opportunities to the area.

About Jaguar Land Rover’s Dubai regional headquarters

Jaguar Land Rover’s new regional headquarters in Dubai will cover about 14,000 square metres and is due to be complete by the first quarter of 2020. The headquarters will include a world-leading training workshop and a training showroom to optimise sales force training.

The new headquarters will aim to provide technical, engineering and administrative staff with the skills and expertise necessary to maintain Jaguar Land Rover’s position and ensure the high quality of service expected by customers in the region is maintained.

The deal was brokered between Jaguar Land Rover Ltd Middle East and North Africa and the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) on Saturday, 17 February 2018. Dubai Silicon Oasis is the Emirates’ integrated, free zone technology park and will be home to a number of high tech providers.

Jaguar Land Rover employs over 43,000 staff globally, and provides support for a further 240,000 people via dealerships, local businesses and suppliers.

Dr Mohammed Alzarooni is the Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of DSOA and commented that the “partnership with JLR aligns with our goal of supporting the research and development of new mobility technologies, such as hybrid cars, electric vehicles, and artificial intelligence for vehicles.” He pointed out that DSOA has experienced a long term relationship with Jaguar Land Rover since first partnering in 2009 and welcomed the company’s “decision to expand its operations in the region through establishing its new regional headquarters and training academy at Dubai Silicon Oasis that testifies to the quality of support the hi-tech park provides to its business partners to help them achieve growth.”

You can source more of the latest transport news in UAE at simplycarbuyers.com.

Further expanding its support of culture and the arts in the Gulf, BMW has announced a long-term collaboration with Art Dubai.

The partnership between the arts organisation and AGMC – the official importers and representatives of BMW in Dubai – is the latest of many announcements regarding BMW’s commitment to cultural engagement. For the past five decades, the car manufacturer has partnered with hundreds of organisations and initiatives around the world to champion art, architecture and design.

A home for culture

Art Dubai, a fair which showcases home-grown and international art, is about to enter its 12th year. Taking place between the 21st and 24th March, it is the most extensive art fair in the region – something which BMW are keen to support. Johannes Seibert, the Managing Director of BMW in UAE said the company was looking to provide a platform for artists to “share their stories and work” in the area over the next three years.

Good news for car buyers

However, Art Dubai won’t strictly be the preserve of art critics this year, as BMW has also announced plans to host its Concept 8 Series, which will be available for all visitors to the fair to enjoy.

The BMW Concept 8 Series combines agility with a smooth driving experience. As a refined, sleek and thought-provoking vehicle, perhaps an art fair is a fitting location for its unveiling in UAE.

The innovative features of the Concept 8 open a whole new world of driving possibilities. It’s been designed with the racetrack in mind, allowing drivers to have the most important information presented to them directly in their line of sight. This makes concentrating on driving much easier.

The interior takes cues from classic BMW designs and presents a modern version of the round, analogue display instruments of the past. As new cars go, it’s a dream come true – particularly for fans of classic BMW models.

The exterior design has been handled by John Buckingham, who has set out to create a spiritual successor with the new BMW 8 Series, as opposed to a replacement. With razor-sharp dynamics, it’s safe to say he has succeeded with this expressive coupé.