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Learn about car scrapping and disposal in the UAE, including the scrapping process, when to scrap an old vehicle, and the best ways to dispose of unwanted cars.

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Mechanic inspecting an older car in the UAE to assess its maintenance and repair needs.
28 Oct 2026 • 11 min read

How Much Is Your Old Car Really Costing You in the UAE in 2026?

Owning an old car in the UAE can seem like a cost-effective decision, especially when you have already paid off the vehicle. However, the purchase price is only one part of the overall cost of ownership. Regular servicing, unexpected repairs, tyre replacements, insurance, fuel and depreciation can gradually turn an inexpensive car into a costly responsibility. The real question is not simply how much your car costs to maintain. It is whether the money you continue spending on it makes...

Is It Safe and Legal to Sit Inside a Towed Car in the UAE?
24 Oct 2026 • 9 min read

Is It Safe and Legal to Sit Inside a Towed Car in the UAE?

If your vehicle breaks down and needs towing, you might wonder whether you can remain inside it during the journey. For safety, you should not assume that it is safe or permitted to stay inside a towed car in the UAE. The correct procedure depends on the towing method, the vehicle's condition, the recovery operator's instructions and any applicable local requirements. A car being transported on a recovery truck is different from one being pulled along the road using a tow rope or bar. Each...

What Happens to Your Scrap Car Battery After You Sell Your Car?
16 Sep 2026 • 9 min read

What Happens to Your Scrap Car Battery After You Sell Your Car?

When you sell an old, damaged, accident-affected, or non-running vehicle for scrap, you may assume that the car simply gets taken to a scrapyard and crushed. In reality, professional car scrapping involves much more than crushing an unwanted vehicle. Before a scrap car is dismantled, valuable components are identified, removed, and separated. One of these important components is the scrap car battery. But what happens to the battery after it is removed? Is it reused, recycled, or thrown away?...