Knowing how these systems operate can help EV owners respond appropriately during an emergency.

Electric car safety: What drivers often overlook

Emergency door releases to battery safety, here is what EV owners should know

UAE sets age or height rule for children in front seats

Children may sit in front seats if they are older than 10 or at least 145cm tall

Under the regulations, drivers may allow a child to occupy a front seat if the child meets either of two conditions: being older than 10 years or reaching a height of at least 145cm.

UAE delays five-car limit for residents after feedback

Review to consider the needs of families, investors and owners of classic and luxury cars

The decision follows the introduction of Cabinet Decision No. 174 of 2026, which sets out new rules governing vehicle registration and licensing across the country.

UAE e-scooter rules 2027: What changes for riders

Stricter e-scooter rules in UAE: Age limits, permits, and safety checks explained

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Dubai Police offers free Esaad cards in new competition

Five winners will receive an Esaad card through a new road safety quiz

Esaad privilege card

Dubai's Hessa Street Phase 2 to open in stages

RTA reveals latest construction progress and plans to open upgraded sections in stages

RTA's Hessa Street Project is one of Dubai’s largest road upgrades, designed to ease congestion along one of the city’s busiest corridors

Dubai's new nol card to offer 120 discounts

Your Dubai nol card is about to get new features – here's what commuters should know

Dubai's new nol–Jaywan card: Where you can use it, discounts and launch date

Dubai’s traffic lights to go AI by 2027: What to expect

All traffic signals to be linked to Al Barsha control centre by early 2027

The new system will use existing cameras and traffic management systems alongside AI technologies to analyse vehicle movements, predict potential congestion hotspots.

UAE drivers face major traffic rule changes in 2027

New driving limits, vehicle ownership restrictions and licence rules explained

UAE traffic rules 2027: Five major changes every driver should know

What makes 99% of Abu Dhabi taxis different today?

The milestone reflects Abu Dhabi's shift towards reduced reliance on fossil fuels

Abu Dhabi taxis go green as hybrid and electric fleet hits 99%

UAE's new traffic rules clarify overtaking restrictions

From fast-lane discipline to overtaking restrictions, here's what motorists should know

UAE's new 2027 traffic rules: When overtaking is allowed and prohibited

Dubai to close three major roads for cycling challenge

RTA urges drivers to use four alternative routes and plan journeys ahead of Sunday's ride

The closures will be in effect from 3am to 9.30am, while Dubai Metro will operate extended hours, starting at 3am and running until midnight to help participants travel to and from the event.

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