RTA Dubai News – Roads, Transport & Traffic Updates

Monday rush: Heavy Sharjah-Dubai traffic slows commute

Commuters are advised to allow extra travel time during peak hours

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Morning rush hour traffic on Al Wahda Road (towards Dubai)in Sharjah.

Road, underground, sky: Dubai’s Next-Gen transport push

The future is here: Driverless taxis, autonomous pods, Loop, trackless trams and air taxis

A combo image shows the Loop, a driverless taxi, an air taxi and an autonomous pod.

Could Dubai’s driverless pods ease city traffic jams?

New Dubai driverless pods: Routes, prices, and how they will end traffic

Dubai could roll out AI powered driverless pods called ‘Glydways’ linked to public transport. Find out how they work, capacity, fares and expected impact on traffic.

Sheikh Hamdan takes autonomous car for a spin in Dubai

Crown Prince shares hands-free test drive as city pushes autonomous travel

Sheikh Hamdan’s video spotlights next phase of smart transport.

Which areas will Dubai Loop connect first?

The high-speed tunnel project will move people underground in minutes

An artist's view of the Dubai Loop project: The first phase will kick off with the construction of a 6.4-km pilot route, with four stations and linking the Dubai International Financial Centre and Dubai Mall.

Reach work, school, leisure in 20 minutes in Dubai

Autonomous taxis, flying cars, Loop and smart transport to slash time and cost

RTA Chief Mattar Al Tayer speaks at the World Government Summit, with The Loop and other smart mobility solutions displayed on the screen behind him.

Dubai’s air taxi 80% ready; driverless cars soon: RTA

Mattar Al Tayer reveals real secret behind transport success as city integrates all modes

Joby Aviation and Dubai’s RTA signed a deal that allows the US company to operate air taxi services in the emirate for six years.

Dubai Loop work to begin soon, locations revealed

Areas expected to benefit in the initial phase include DIFC, the Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa

An artist's view of the Dubai Loop project: The first phase will kick off with the construction of a 6.4-km pilot route, with four stations and linking the Dubai International Financial Centre and Dubai Mall.

WGS 2026: Dubai RTA issues travel and parking advisory

Free shuttles, dedicated parking and public transport urged as thousands arrive

Madinat Jumeirah access restricted for WGS 2026: What visitors should know

Dubai motorists can bid for 300 unique vehicle plates

Bidding opens on Feb 9 for 2- to 5-digit plates for cars, classic vehicles and motorcycles

The auction offers vehicle owners a chance to secure a distinctive number plate, combining style, prestige, and personal expression on Dubai’s roads.

Weekend travel: Metro timing updates and road closures

Plan ahead to avoid delays during weekend events across Dubai

Plan ahead as Al Qudra Cycling Track closes and Dubai Marathon affects Metro timings

Dubai RTA rolls out safety drive on Metro and Tram

The authority urges passengers to follow simple rules for a smoother, safer ride

The new Safety and Public Transport Etiquette Campaign aims to reduce congestion and improve safety.

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