What I learned after my AC died on a desert road

A few months ago I made the mistake of ignoring small AC issues – weak airflow, occasional rattling – thinking I could wait until my next service. Well, one weekend trip into the desert proved me wrong. The AC completely gave out, and the heat inside the car got so intense I had to pull over and wait for sunset to drive back. The mechanic later told me the compressor overheated because the system was low on refrigerant and the fan was starting to fail. Could’ve caught it early with a simple check. Since then I started taking AC upkeep seriously, especially in Dubai. Found this article super helpful to understand all the red flags before they turn into full breakdowns: https://www.tycoonstory.com/how-to-stay-cool-in-dubai-the-importanc... – good read for anyone driving in the Gulf.