{"id":12920,"date":"2020-04-04T15:45:46","date_gmt":"2020-04-04T15:45:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/65.1.85.58\/newsroom\/?p=12920"},"modified":"2020-08-11T06:25:15","modified_gmt":"2020-08-11T06:25:15","slug":"your-handy-guide-to-off-road-drivingused-cars-in-uae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carswitch.com\/newsroom\/your-handy-guide-to-off-road-drivingused-cars-in-uae\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Handy Guide to Off-Road Driving in UAE!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Off-roading is an enjoyable activity, and it can be very thrilling to drive with your friends on sand dunes. It\u2019s important to make sure that your car has all the essential features that give it the ability to perform on other terrains besides smooth roads. So, if you like off-road adventures and are shortlisting <a href=\"https:\/\/carswitch.com\/uae\/used-cars\/search\">used cars in UAE<\/a>, you should take some factors into consideration. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind before you take your car off-road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Prepare in advance<\/strong>: Estimate how much distance your car will be covering and fill the fuel tank accordingly. In case of an unpleasant event, you should be carrying tow hooks and a couple of recovery ropes or snatch straps. Don\u2019t forget a fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit as well. You should also take water with you in case you need to fill your radiator or wash your hands.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Make sure you&#8217;ve got the right tires<\/strong>: Tires are the most important factor when it comes to your car\u2019s performance because they provide traction. Specific tires have specific features; they are designed to cater to different situations. For example, mud tires are suitable for the wilderness due to their heavy construction. All-terrain tires have a stronger construction to overcome any sharp rocks or logs. Plan out your adventure according to the <a href=\"http:\/\/65.1.85.58\/newsroom\/choose-tyres-beach-driving-abu-dhabi\/\">type of tires<\/a> you have!<\/li><li><strong>Make sure you&#8217;ve got the right kind of car<\/strong>: Only certain cars are equipped with off-roading capabilities. A 4WD is specifically built for off-roading activities; it\u2019ll come with features like a low-range gearbox, locking differentials, wheel articulation, ground clearance and approach\/departure\/break over angles.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Make sure your inputs are consistent and constant<\/strong>: Be consistent and constant with the moves you make, it\u2019s as simple as that. Analyze the terrain and apply force accordingly.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Be cautious about water<\/strong>: The general rule is: stay away from water! We cannot stress this enough, avoid water as much as you can, especially if your vehicle is not equipped to deal with water. 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