UAE Residents: How To Save Tolls and Parking Exceed Fuel Costs
As fuel prices rise, many UAE motorists are discovering that Salik tolls and parking fees are becoming a larger financial burden than petrol itself.
A recent poll on Gulf News’ Instagram revealed that 67% of respondents struggle more with daily toll and parking charges than with fuel costs.
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With new peak-hour pricing for Salik and public parking, residents are adapting their travel routines to save money.
Commuters share their strategies, including taking scenic, toll-free routes like Jumeirah Beach Road, which offers a more enjoyable drive despite slower speeds.Business owners are particularly feeling the pinch.
Katherine Read, founder of The Holiday Mode, noted that she finds herself topping up her Salik account more frequently than filling her fuel tank. She emphasized that these tolls and parking charges accumulate quickly as daily expenses.
Others, like data scientist Akshay Nimbalkar, are actively changing their driving habits to avoid tolls. He prefers using public transport, such as the Dubai Metro, for short errands in high-traffic areas like Downtown Dubai.
For weekend travel, PR professional Sumit Augustine opts for public transport to avoid parking fees, finding it both convenient and cost-effective.
Overall, UAE drivers are finding creative solutions to navigate the rising costs of tolls and parking while maintaining convenience in their daily commutes.
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