Category: القيادة الصحراوية
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Why it’s important to use off-road tires
You’ve seen them: off-roading vehicles all have those huge tires that seem to have been given an extra layer of rubber. Most people think that off-road tires are useful for the same reason that high-traction boot soles are; the larger indentations and grooves provide more traction. Although that’s true, traction isn’t the only reason or…
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Know your vehicle’s height and width before you go off-road
Off-road driving is all about unpredictability: you’re in the wild, you don’t know what might happen next, and you don’t always know exactly where you’re going. You see the world in a way you’ve never seen it before, and you experience adventure. But it’s also about being a responsible, safe driver. Of course, if you…
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The best 4-wheel-drive cars
Looking for an all-wheel-drive car can be frustrating, but if you’re thinking of upgrading to AWD this year, you need to decide on a car before the season price changes hit. Below are some of our editors’ picks for all-wheel-drive cars that don’t disappoint, whether you’re driving alone or with a whole family. a.…
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When is the perfect season to drive in the desert?
Not everyone agrees on the best season for desert driving, but most agree that the middle of the summer is not the best time. Below, we have compiled some pros and cons to off-roading in the desert during each of the seasons. Summer Pros: The sun stays out longer during the summer, so if…
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When to use the low-range and high-range
Low-range and high-range gearing is one of the reasons that off-roading is a skill as well as a fun weekend activity. Good motorists know when to use each of the available gears, and they also know how soon to engage them. It takes time to develop the skill and intuition necessary to use gears most…
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How to climb dunes
Dune bashing is a popular sport in the United Arab Emirates. It takes skill, poise and guts, and the feeling of climbing a dune in a car is like nothing else. Whether you’re going with a friend or climbing during a group excursion, you need to be prepared. First thing’s first: you need the…
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How to get Unstuck
Getting unstuck is counterintuitive. Don’t try to speed out of a ditch full-throttle: instead, try these tips. 1- Air down. Always, your first move when you get stuck is to try to increase traction by letting air out of your tires. You can drop pressure down to five kilograms – sometimes even lower – to…
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Why you shouldn’t go off-road alone:
Sometimes, experienced off-roaders want to try traveling on their own. People who know how to do their own car repairs think that they won’t need help, especially on a short trip, but off-roading isn’t like other road trips. It’s much more difficult to get help, and you are more likely to experience some sort of…
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Before you drive in the desert, you should know your vehicle limits
Driving in the desert requires two things: a driver with the right experience and a car with the right features. Some cars are appropriate for off-roading in some environments (like deserts) but not all, whereas other vehicles are more versatile and rugged. Some cars shouldn’t be taken into the desert at all. No matter what…
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Why driving off-road at night is not recommended
Many off-roaders, especially more experienced adventurers who feel like they’ve mastered all the toughest trails, want to try off-roading at night. But anyone who’s been out a little too late can tell you that it is not a good idea, as fun as it may sound. There are three main reasons not to go off-roading…