Cairo - Post Report Question and Answers

What kind of vehicle(s) including electric ones do you recommend bringing to post, given the terrain, infrastructure, availability of parts, burglary/carjacking risks, etc.? What kind of car or vehicles do you advise not to bring?

“Cairo kisses” are inevitable, so nothing too previous. Car work is cheap, so it can all be fixed. Some people get by without a car, but we’ve enjoyed being able to drive to the commissary and to vacation at spots along the Red Sea, etc. - May 2025


You do not need a car in Cairo unless you live on the edge of the desert. It will be expensive and a pain if you live in the inner city. Traffic is so horrible it is best to take the metro if possible and if not, then take an Uber. - Apr 2025


We don't have a car but I'd recommend getting one that can take a hit or two with good clearance. - Mar 2023


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