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Why cities are banning or restricting e-scooters

Dubai steps up enforcement against unsafe riding - here's how other cities are responding

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E-scooters offer a convenient and affordable way to travel, but concerns over accidents, reckless riding and pedestrian safety have prompted several cities to introduce bans or tighter restrictions.

Dubai Metro, bus passengers can now use QR code tickets

RTA allows passengers to purchase tickets on phones and scan QR codes at blue Metro gates

Metro passengers can scan their QR codes at the blue entry gates, while bus passengers can validate their tickets by holding their phones over the red nol readers.

KHDA to let Dubai schools change timings to cut traffic

Education Masterplan to ensure more kids go to school walking, cycling or on safe scooters

Flexible school timings in Dubai aim to reduce congestion and improve commutes.

Dubai Loop moves closer to tunnelling in Dubai

Tunnel boring machine assembly and concrete segment casting are now under way

Precast concrete segments are being produced for Dubai Loop, with about 25,000 segments planned for the first phase.

Dubai to ban trucks on several key roads from Oct 1

Restrictions vary by road, with some routes closed to trucks around the clock

The measure formed part of its continuing efforts to improve traffic management, reduce congestion on major roads and increase vehicle capacity on affected routes.

Dubai’s new road could cut a 35-minute trip to 14

New Dubai highway to divert trucks, boost links with Sharjah and Abu Dhabi

The 80km road will connect Al Shanouf Road in Sharjah to Al Faya Road in Abu Dhabi, passing through Dubai.

12 minutes to 3: How Dubai is fixing Al Safa Street

New bridges and tunnels to slash Al Safa travel time from 12 to 3 minutes

The changes are part of the Al Safa Street Development Project, which includes modifications to intersections, entrances and exits and the addition of new traffic lanes.

Dubai Metro turns 17 – Here’s what makes it so iconic

From record ridership to bold expansions, the network reshapes daily commutes

Sheikh Mohammed unveils a commemorative coin at DIFC station during the Dubai Metro's maiden journey.

Since its first ride in 2009, it has carried billions of passengers, set world records, and expanded into one of the most advanced driverless metro networks in the world.

Dubai Police trains school guards to manage traffic

More than 140 security guards trained to manage traffic during busy school hours

Guards from 35 schools learned how to manage traffic and respond to minor incidents.

Dubai expands Emirates Road with two new lanes

5km upgrade will increase capacity from 12,000 to 16,000 vehicles per hour

The 5km expansion will raise capacity and cut peak-hour journey times by up to 25%.

RTA adds three new areas to Dubai Bus-On-Demand network

Al Satwa, Al Quoz, and Mirdif join the service, taking coverage to 20 areas across Dubai

25.1 percent growth in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025

Are you using the fast lane wrong in Dubai?

Slow drivers, tailgaters and bikers face tighter checks on Dubai’s fast lane

From overtaking etiquette to penalties for not giving way, here’s what every driver should know when driving in the fast lane.

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