Fines, black points: How Dubai's new radars will help curb noise pollution on the roads

Doing these things on the road will mean steep fines

Last updated: November 19, 2025 | 07:33

Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Assistant Online Editor

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A picture taken from a station of Dubai's Palm Monorail, shows traffic on a road in Palm Jumeirah on August 28, 2025.

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Noise pollution is a public menace and Dubai is committed to ensuring it’s stemmed as much as possible. To ensure daily road rides are calm journeys, Dubai Police is rolling out new noise detection radars that will identify perpetrators. “These radars monitor modified vehicle noise, excessive horn use, and loud in-car audio systems,” said Dubai Civility Committee in a tweet.

What do the new radars do?

They detect noise from vehicles, which means blaring music from speakers or rattling engines will be under scrutiny.
They also note the excessive use of car horns.
Noise offences detected by the radars include modified exhausts, loud audio equipment, and unnecessary honking.

Moreover, advanced radars have also been introduced that detect and analyse noise sources with the help of artificial intelligence.

What happens to those with noise violations?

If you do not follow proper road etiquette and your car challenges the safety and calm on roads, the authorities could hold you liable for:

Fines up to Dh2,000 with 12 black points
Vehicle impounding, with release fees set at Dh10,000

Authorities in Dubai have said the number of these noise radars is set to increase in the coming months, covering more neighbourhoods and discouraging noise pollution.

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Karishma H. NandkeolyarAssistant Online Editor

Karishma Nandkeolyar is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with a lifelong love for storytelling — she wrote her first “book” at age six and has been chasing the next sentence ever since. Known for her sharp wit, thoughtful takes, and ability to find the humor in just about anything, she covers everything from celebrity culture and internet trends to everyday lifestyle moments that make you go, “Same.” Her work blends insight with a conversational tone that feels like catching up with your cleverest friend — if your friend also had a deadline and a latte in hand. Off-duty, Karishma is a proud dog mom who fully believes her pup has a personality worth documenting, and yes, she does narrate those inner monologues out loud. Whether she’s writing features, curating content, or crafting the perfect headline, Karishma brings curiosity, creativity, and just the right amount of sarcasm to the mix.

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