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Dubai RTA nol cards now sold at Al Ansari branches

New partnership gives Dubai residents and visitors another way to buy nol cards

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Dubai nol cards now available at Al Ansari Exchange branches – here’s where you can get one.

New Dubai bridge cuts DWTC journey times to just 2 mins

Two-lane bridge serves traffic towards Al Mustaqbal Street and Za’abeel Palace Street

The bridge carries traffic towards Al Mustaqbal Street and Za’abeel Palace Street, providing a more direct route through one of the city’s busiest commercial districts.

Dubai delivery riders receive free meals at rest areas

UAE Food Bank and Deliveroo join initiative to support riders during the summer heat

Meals distributed daily at designated rest areas at bus and metro stations.

Dubai upgrades key Al Quoz road to ease traffic

New lanes, lighting and access points aim to make journeys safer and faster

RTA says the 1.1km road upgrade has increased capacity by 30% and reduced peak-hour travel times by up to 30%.

Dubai RTA expands Bus-On-Demand service to 20 areas

RTA’s app-based shared buses now cover 20 Dubai neighbourhoods

Flexible app bookings boost first- and last-mile links across the city

Dubai rolls out e-bike delivery service in 11 locations

New e-bike hubs support faster short-distance deliveries across Dubai

Dubai delivery riders get new e-bike service in 11 areas

New Dubai tunnel opens: 1,200 vehicles/hr can use it

RTA unveils key tunnel link to improve traffic flow on Dubai–Al Ain and Oud Metha roads

RTA opens key tunnel under Oud Metha project to cut traffic weaving and boost integrated mobility in Dubai

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

Dubai opens new Al Mamzar–Al Khawaneej cycling bridge

New bridge connects key cycling tracks to Saih Al Salam, advancing sustainable mobility

The bridge connects directly with the Al Khawaneej and Al Warqa cycling tracks, extending the route to Saih Al Salam and creating a continuous corridor for cyclists.

Dubai adds seven more areas to e-bike delivery network

RTA expands the service to support safer, greener and more efficient last-mile deliveries

New rollout aims to improve safety, cut emissions and support the city's logistics strategy.

Dubai-Sharjah traffic: Where delays are building up

Drivers urged to plan extra time, stay cautious during peak Dubai-Sharjah traffic

Commuters warned of delays as slow traffic, minor accidents hit key routes

How to try Dubai's new self-driving taxi for Dh5

From booking to arrival, here's what it's really like to ride Dubai's new autonomous taxi

Apollo Go's autonomous fleet is now open to the public in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim for a flat Dh5 a ride, a promotional fare from RTA and Dubai Taxi Company that replaces the free rides offered during the initial trial period.

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