- Free Umbrella Services by RTA
- Service Timings in Eid-ul-Fitr
- Ford Mustang 60th Anniversary Edition
- Dubai Red Line Y-Junction
- Rains and Cars
- First Autonomous Racing Event
- Petrol Prices Rise for May
- FAQs
April was quite happening when it came to autos, roads and traffic in the UAE. The highlight of the UAE automotive news from April 2024 is all about rains, new RTA services and the 60th anniversary of the iconic Mustang. Besides, the first racing event of autonomous cars signalled a promising future in automotive technology.
Here’s a complete round-up of the UAE car news from April 2024. Let’s find out what happened during April.
Latest UAE Automotive News From April
Let’s go through some noteworthy automotive news in the UAE from April 2024:
Free Umbrella Services by RTA
Amid the rain, RTA launched umbrella services in Dubai in collaboration with the Canadian smart umbrella service provider. The services began in the last week of March.
For now, the RTA free smart umbrella service is in its trial phase. Commuters can get a free umbrella at the Al Ghubaiba Metro and Bus station using their nol card. However, they must return the umbrella after using it.
New Service Timings & Free Car Parking during Eid-ul-Fitr
The month of April saw a 9-day holiday during Eid-ul-Fitr. During this period, the RTA service timings for holidays were updated in Eid. All the services were open to commuters from Metro to buses. Moreover, the car parking in Dubai was free of cost in Eid-ul-Fitr.
Ford Mustang 60th Anniversary Edition
Ford launched the new Mustang, celebrating its 60th anniversary. This is one of the top UAE automotive news from April 2024. On 17th April 1964, the history of the Ford Mustang (one of the top pony cars to date) began.
On 17th April 2024, the Ford Mustang 60th Anniversary Package launched. Much like the 1964 Mustang, it represented the same powerful V8 engine, 20-inch wheels and pony headlights.
Dubai Red Line Y-Junction
Another latest automotive news in the UAE is the launch of the Dubai Metro Red Line Y-Junction. Before the Y-Junction came into being, commuters had to get off the Dubai Metro at the Jebel Ali Station while travelling between UAE Expo 2020 and UAE Exchange. However, the Metro Red Line Y-Junction has eased travelling for commuters.
Now, travellers can simply get off from the Dubai Metro at their desired destination. Meanwhile, the Metro will travel from Centrepoint to the UAE Exchange or UAE Expo 2020 and vice versa using dedicated tracks.
Rains and Cars
The UAE witnessed above-normal rains in April 2024. The UAE government and RTA launched services, alerts and safety guidelines for the rainy season. You can also follow the driving tips in the rainy season.
Additionally, you must take the right insurance coverage to avoid common causes of claim rejection for rain-damaged vehicles in the UAE.
First Autonomous Racing Event – 27th and 28th April
Another UAE autos news from April 2024 is that the first-ever autonomous car racing event took place at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. The event marked a start to the advancements in the automotive world. Moreover, the spectators’ experience was enhanced by using VR technology to watch the race between self-driving cars in the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League.
Petrol Prices Rise for May
Last but not least, another important news from April 2024 was the announcement of the petrol prices in the UAE. The fuel prices saw a continuous rise this year. These are the latest fuel prices:
- Special 95: AED 3.22
- Super 98: AED 3.34
- E-Plus: AED 3.15
- Diesel: AED 3.07
FAQs
What is the new price of diesel in the UAE?
The new price for diesel in the UAE is AED 3.07, announced in April for the month of May. Here’s more about how much it costs to fuel up the car tank.
Which cars are popular in the UAE?
In the UAE, several cars are popular. For sedans, the Corolla, Camry, Accord, Altima and Civic are among the top non-luxury ones. Meanwhile, the top luxury used sedans include BMW 5-Series, Lexus LS-Series and Mercedes S-Class. Among SUVs, Land Cruiser and Nissan Patrol are the most popular ones. You can also find these popular vehicles in the list of used cars for sale in the UAE.
This concludes the complete round-up of UAE automotive news from April 2024. Our monthly UAE and Middle East automotive news updates help you keep a complete follow-up of the cars world.
Stay tuned to the dubizzle cars blog for more news and details about the automotive world and new road safety laws and rules.
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