Should I buy a car or do monthly rental?

[soumitss]

Moving to Abu Dhabi for 6-month work contract. Should I buy a car or do monthly rental? Want to explore the emirate on weekends.

[hydroogen]

Monthly rental is absolutely the way to go for 6 months. I did similar assignment in Abu Dhabi last year, rented through Octane Rent - gave me total freedom to explore without ownership hassles. For short-mid term stays like yours, buying makes zero sense - depreciation, insurance, registration fees, then selling hassle when you leave. Monthly rental costs 2000-3500 AED depending on car, all-inclusive. Guide at https://techbullion.com/guide-to-monthl ... en-places/ covers why monthly rental perfect for exploring. Abu Dhabi has amazing hidden spots - Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, Liwa Oasis, Eastern Mangroves - all need personal car to access. Public transport won't get you there. With monthly rental you're free to drive to these places anytime, no mileage stress, maintenance covered, just fuel. Way better than owning for temporary assignment.