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Accident History Knocks 8% Off a Used Car
A minor accident history knocks about 9% off a used car’s price in Dubai. Here’s how to read the report and negotiate with confidence.
October Fuel Hike: What It Costs to Run Your Car Now
UAE petrol prices jumped about 16% in October 2026. Here’s what that means for your monthly fuel bill — and why hybrid searches are surging on CarSwitch.
Service History vs No History: The Price Gap
Cars with no service history sell for about 14% less in the UAE. Here’s what counts as proof and how to get fair value when you sell my car.
Cooler Weather Is Here: 5 Things Your Car Needs
UAE’s cooler weather is here. Five things your car needs now — tyres, coolant, wipers, battery, and climate controls — plus why a service history adds real value.

Sharjah Used Car Market: A First-Timer’s Guide
First time at the Sharjah car market? Here’s what to bring, when to go, how to inspect, and how much you can negotiate off asking.

October Desert Trip Checklist for Your Car
October desert trip? Here’s the car checklist — tyres, coolant, underbody, recovery gear — plus the most common fail points we see on used SUVs in Dubai.

Car Insurance in UAE: 10 Scam Red Flags
Dubai Police shared 10 red flags for car insurance scams in the UAE. Here’s a practical checklist plus why your service history matters more than you think.

Used Hyundai Santa Fe Saves Over 60% vs New
A 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe costs over 60% less than new in the UAE. Here’s which model years offer the most value and what to check before buying.

Desert Road Trip Prep for Your Used SUV
October desert season is here. SUVs are oversupplied by 14 points on CarSwitch — here’s how to prep a used Patrol, Fortuner or Pajero for the sand.

Sharjah Car Market: What Sells Fastest Now
SUVs make up most Sharjah listings but buyers want sedans and coupes too. Here’s what sells fastest and where the gaps are.

Volvo XC90 vs Mazda CX-9 After Three Years
A 2023 Mazda CX-9 and Volvo XC90 cost very different amounts used. Here’s what each is worth after three years, what they cost to run, and which is the smarter family buy.

New Freelander vs Used Land Rover SUVs
The Freelander is back in the UAE. Here’s how its expected pricing stacks up against used Defenders and Discovery Sports on CarSwitch.
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