Is Renting A Car Greener Than Owning A Used One?

When it  comes to transportation, one of the major concerns is how it affects the environment at large. And as we all know, cars emit carbon dioxide which can be harmful to the environment if released in very large quantities. So how can you conveniently transport without being the bad guy? The two most viable options lie in whether you should rent a car in Dubai or buy a used Lamborghini for sale in Dubai. We are going to take a look at both options to help you make the best choice.

1. Lower overall emissions for occasional drivers: If you rent a car, you only use it when you need to. If you don't drive every day, you probably will drive substantially fewer miles than someone who owns and drives all the time. Using rental cars, people can cut down on the number of vehicles on the road and thereby help reduce emissions.

2. Newer, more efficient cars: Most rental companies keep their fleet in good shape and replace the cars regularly. That gives you the assurance that the cars you are renting are relatively newer and may get better mileage with less pollution compared to an older vehicle.

3. Carpooled Potential: Many rental companies rent larger cars, like minivans or SUVs, that can be shared with a number of people. With fewer cars on the road, there would also be less per-capita emissions.

4. No parking hassles: Since you only hire the car as needed, you have no need to park it in idling conditions; thereby, less fuel emission from idling results, as well as reduced ecological expenses from parked vehicles not currently in service.

1. Long-term use reduces carbon footprint: Owning a car and driving means that in the long run, the resources used to make the car—steel, plastic, etc.—are spread out over time. That can make owning a car more eco-friendly in the long run if you use it for many years.

2. Customization for fuel efficiency: Even if you already have a used car in Dubai, you can still do some improvement to make it fuel efficient. For example, using low-rolling resistance tires or just making sure that the vehicle is well maintained will definitely help reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

3. Less travel to get a car: You do not need to travel to some rental place just to pick up a vehicle and return it. That might seem like a small thing, but the emissions from traveling to a rental office add up over time.

When deciding whether to rent or buy a second hand Urus Dubai car, you should keep in mind that it greatly depends on your current circumstances. If you are considering staying in Dubai for a long period of time, then go for a used vehicle, however, if you are a tourist, who just visited the city for a short time, then buying a used vehicle is better. The good thing is, with marketplaces like OneClickDrive, where you can find options to buy and rent vehicles, making a decision is even easier than ever.