Turning on fog lights in the UAE is straightforward: locate the dedicated rotary switch (often on the indicator stalk) or physical button on the dashboard, activate your dipped beams first, then engage the fog lights. The method varies by model; for instance, in the popular GCC-spec Toyota Land Cruiser 2023, you twist the end of the stalk to a symbol with a light and wavy line. In many newer models like the Hyundai Tucson 2024, you press a separate button marked with the same icon. Crucially, RTA Dubai regulations and MOI UAE traffic laws strictly permit fog light use only when visibility is severely reduced to approximately 100 meters or less, such as during dense fog or a major sandstorm (haboob) on the Dubai-Abu Dhabi highway. Misuse, like using them in clear weather or light rain, can dazzle other drivers and lead to a fine of AED 400 and 4 black points as per MOI UAE guidelines. A common oversight is not turning them off when visibility improves, which is a frequent cause of complaints during early morning drives on Sheikh Zayed Road. For electric vehicles like the MG ZS EV, controls are often within the touchscreen infotainment system under the 'Vehicle' or 'Lighting' settings. Always prioritizing the use of low-beam (dipped) headlights in conjunction with fog lights is the correct, legal practice for safe driving in UAE's challenging conditions, from Jebel Jais mountain roads to dusty interior highways.
