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Are you a UAE motorist? Steer clear of these common traffic violations.
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Fines and penalties you should be aware of based on the UAE's traffic laws.
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5 common traffic violations.
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1. Not giving way on the fast lane.
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Staying on the fast lane when the vehicle behind you needs to drive through can lead to a fine.
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The lane on the extreme left is the overtaking lane.
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Overtaking from the right is illegal in the UAE.
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Blocking the lane can be a traffic hazard.
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Fine for not giving way on the fast lane in the UAE.
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2. Tailgating
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Always maintain a safe distance from the car in front of you.
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13,759 - total number of tailgating violations in Abu Dhabi from January to August 2020.
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The two-second rule
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How to apply the two-second rule.
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At faster speeds, a five-second gap is advised.
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Fine for tailgating in the UAE.
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3. No seatbelt
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The driver and every passenger is required to wear seatbelts in the UAE.
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Children under four should be in a car seat.
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Fine for not wearing a seatbelt in the UAE.
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4. Using your mobile phone/distracted driving
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Distracted driving is one of the major causes of accidents in the UAE.
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Keep your hands off the mobile phone when driving.
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Other forms of distracted driving.
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Fine for distracted driving in the UAE.
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5. Changing lanes without indicating
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Almost half the motorists in the UAE fail to correctly use indicators.
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Read the study here: https://gulfnews.com/1.66766386
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Fines for not using the indicator correctly.
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