UAE’s new 2027 traffic rules set 9-hour driving limit in 24 hours to prevent fatigue

The provision that sets general obligations for vehicle drivers takes effect on January 1 and also prohibits driving when fatigue or exhaustion affects a motorist’s ability to drive…

Ruqayya Al Qaydi

Original contributor via Khaleej Times

| November 4, 2026 | 1 min read | Updated Nov 4, 2:00 PM

UAE’s new 2027 traffic rules set 9-hour driving limit in 24 hours to prevent fatigue — Image supplied with the source report: Khaleej Times.

The provision that sets general obligations for vehicle drivers takes effect on January 1 and also prohibits driving when fatigue or exhaustion affects a motorist’s ability to drive…

The provision that sets general obligations for vehicle drivers takes effect on January 1 and also prohibits driving when fatigue or exhaustion affects a motorist’s ability to drive safely

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