#Road Safety
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TechnologyDubai Exhibition Showcases 110kph E-bike Amid Calls for Stricter Regulations
A new 110kph electric bike displayed at Dubai's EV World exhibition has sparked debate over the regulation of high-performance e-two-wheelers, with experts calling for stricter rules and classification as motorcycles.
MiscellaneousAbu Dhabi Enhances Safety with Four New Pedestrian Bridges in Al Dhafra Region
Abu Dhabi has started construction on four new pedestrian bridges in the Al Dhafra region to improve road safety and traffic flow. The bridges will feature accessibility options and aim to reduce accidents by providing safer crossing points.
MiscellaneousUAE Implements Strict Nine-Hour Driving Limit: Road Safety Boosted, Industry Braces for Change
The UAE is implementing a new nine-hour daily driving limit starting January 1, aiming to enhance road safety and driver well-being. While welcomed by safety advocates, the regulation is expected to create operational and financial challenges for transport companies and drivers accustomed to longer shifts.
MiscellaneousUAE Enforces 9-Hour Driving Limit for Motorists Starting January 1
UAE motorists will face a new nine-hour driving limit within a 24-hour period starting January 1, as part of new traffic regulations aimed at enhancing road safety. The rules also address fatigue, driving under the influence, and introduce updated driving licence validity periods.
TechnologyDubai Rolls Out Smart Tech and Cameras to Enhance Delivery Rider Safety and Compliance
Dubai's RTA is introducing a new system using cameras and smart technology to monitor delivery riders' speed, location, and driving behavior, aiming to enhance road safety and compliance with traffic rules.
MiscellaneousDubai Police Issue Nearly 50,000 Fines for Expired Vehicle Registration in 2026
Dubai Police issued nearly 50,000 fines for expired vehicle registration in the first 10 months of 2026. Brigadier Juma Salem bin Suwaidan warned of the increased risks and penalties associated with driving unregistered vehicles.
TechnologyCairo Gears Up for Automated Traffic Enforcement on City Streets
Cairo is set to implement an automated traffic enforcement system on its streets, utilizing advanced technology to detect violations and enhance road safety. This initiative is part of a larger effort to modernize traffic management and streamline services for citizens.
Breaking NewsKenya Horror: Bus Crash Claims 24 Lives, Sparks Government Road Safety Overhaul Promises
A bus carrying mourners collided with a truck on Kenya's Nairobi-Mombasa Highway, killing at least 24 people and injuring another 24. The incident has prompted the government to vow a crackdown on road safety.
MiscellaneousBeyond Fines: Why Education is the Key to E-Scooter Safety in the UAE
As e-scooter use surges across the UAE, authorities emphasize that comprehensive education and public awareness campaigns are more effective than fines alone in ensuring long-term road safety.
MiscellaneousDubai Police Equips Security Guards with Traffic Safety Training Ahead of New Academic Year
Dubai Police trained over 140 security guards across 35 schools in traffic safety as the UAE prepares for the new academic year starting August 31.