As you drive smoothly on the sun-drenched streets of Dubai and the speedy highways like the Sheikh Zayed, the hum of your luxury car and Dubai’s skyline make the perfect combination. It’s one of a kind that you’ve wanted to experience for years.
Every curve of the road and the plush interiors of the car, coupled with advanced features, give you a sense of superiority. You feel as if this experience was meant for you; it’s inviting you to get lost in the serenity of this experience. Moreover, the gleaming high rises with city lights at night also add thrill to this remarkable experience.
To make the most of your trip and to avoid any hassle, stress, and even disputes later on, it’s essential to take care of the rental car. While you have got convenience and flexibility with such a car, use it responsibly.
Therefore, ensure rental car maintenance on Dubai trips to preserve its pristine condition and provide a safer ride. Sometimes, even the weather can negatively impact you, so let’s check the details to make the most of it!
You can use various parameters to maintain the rental car on a Dubai trip. Neglecting them can levy additional costs and would put a bad impression on you.
These can be categorized into pre-rental inspection, maintenance during the rental tenure, and things to check before returning. So, without any further ado, let’s check the details!
Conducting a pre-rental inspection ensures the car’s condition is intact before pickup. If there’s any deviation, the rental agreement specifies it to avoid discrepancies later.
Therefore, you should:
Frauds and scams are prevalent at every location, especially among tourists. Hence, with due diligence, document the car through time-stamped photos and videos before renting as proof.
Record from every angle and cover the car from interior to exterior and inside the bonnet and bottom. For further diligence, always obtain a hard copy of the rental contract. Moreover, do share the photos and videos with the company initially.
The most important maintenance time is while driving during the Dubai trip. Therefore, drive smoothly, don’t rush, and care for yourself even when parking.
Dubai has a right-lane driving system that is uncommon in many developing countries; therefore, it might be challenging for you to adapt to it. Such delays can damage the car while you are trying to maintain lanes.
You can opt for cars like the Rolls Royce Cullinan or the Rolls Royce Ghost Black Badge to avoid this. These have lane assist and lane departure warning features to help you with it.
Scorching summer heat, especially in the desert and coastal regions or during hot months, leads to tire expansion. Hence, they lose pressure. As a matter of concern, keep monitoring and refilling it if required to avoid any hassle later.
If you have opted for a rental car for a few days, regularly clean its interiors and exteriors to keep it in optimum condition.
Besides, even if you have opted for an hourly or full-day rental, avoid excessive stains, trash, dirt, spoilage, odors, or pet hair.
If you think of having a binge-watching date or birthday celebration in a sports car or luxury SUV, you should also take proper care to avoid food spillage in the interiors. The rental company might charge you extra if the car is excessively dirty.
Moreover, Dubai is synonymous with the Emirati deserts and dunes. Most of you would prefer a desert safari with SUVs like the Mercedes G63.
Short drives in and around such regions don’t impact much. However, longer ones cause wear and tear, so after such trips, get the car cleaned to get rid of sand build-up in unknown places.
As a precautionary measure:
You can also ask the car rental provider if they provide complimentary or discounted car wash at specific locations.
Never indulge in rash driving or road rage, as it can damage the car’s performance and lead to an accident. Therefore, drive safely and enjoy driving on the smoother roads of Dubai.
Hence, adhering to speed limits and traffic signs helps you drive in such places. Cars like Mercedes, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Audi, and similar series have traffic sign recognition systems that let you identify and understand traffic signs.
Moreover, use the Waze navigation app to stay informed about the real-time driving decisions you would have to make for safety. Download offline maps to navigate remote areas.
While most of you opt for cars with 360-degree parking assistance like the Maybach GLS 600, be sure to park it in shaded areas. Irrespective of whether it’s an ordinary or premium car, shaded areas protect your car from overheating.
Use Valet Parking and parking assistance as the RTA fines often go upto AED 500+ in case of improper parking.
When you turn on the AC, ensure it is set at ideal cooling and comfortable temperatures. Don’t run them at full speed, which usually strains the system of ordinary cars. Meanwhile, luxury cars have a powerful air-conditioning system that cools optimally at minimum speed.
Most rental agencies prohibit smoking or vaping inside the car. These leave smoke residue, cause burns, and lead to lingering odors. Yet, doing so can cause you huge additional costs.
Therefore, you can opt for a car like the Mini Cooper S Convertible with a sunroof for safe stops. Additionally, always smoke outside the car to avoid odor transfer.
Dubai has a range of luxury cars whose features are needed by newbies. Therefore, they should be used to avoid any damage or accidents.
You are already familiar with parking assistance, traffic sign recognition, and Adaptive Cruise Control.
Some others include:
If you notice unusual noise, overheating, warning lights, or unaddressed poor performance, notify the car rental agency immediately. Moreover, ensure that the rental car offers 24/7 roadside assistance.
Repairing faults by yourself or any external place without informing the rental agency can lead to a dispute. Besides, the unauthorized service center can instead deteriorate the condition of your car.
Returning the car in top-notch condition ensures that you have maintained the car throughout the journey and never creates a suspicious impression of you.
Therefore, before returning the vehicle:
Moreover, document time-stamped photos and videos before returning to prove the condition in which you have returned the car. Do collect your deposit, if any.
Ensuring proper rental car maintenance on a Dubai trip is crucial to maximize your experience. The basic step is to check the rental agreement and document the photos and videos mentioned above before and after the rental process.
Moreover, use technology while driving to get ease and better car control. It will even help you avoid accidental damage to the car. Also, be sure to drive responsibly and keep the car clean. However, the advanced features are available only in luxury cars; driving them is an asset. Maximize your experience by opting for the best deals as well!
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