The UAE government announced the closure of the main highway in Abu Dhabi in order to carry out maintenance work.
According to the statement published by the Roads and Transport Authority in Abu Dhabi this morning, the closure of the main road in Abu Dhabi will be a partial closure during weekends.
New speed limit
It is worth noting that the Abu Dhabi Police General Command had previously announced and implemented a new speed limit of 120 kilometers per hour.
It is also noteworthy that the police in Abu Dhabi have confirmed that recent studies have proven beyond doubt the positive effect of speed reduction, which works to enhance traffic safety.
Drivers adhere to traffic rules and speed limits
Abu Dhabi Police stressed the need for drivers to adhere to the traffic rules and the new speed limit, which are modified every period based on the traffic situation, and the police asked them to be careful and maintain the appropriate speeds.
Traffic violation in Abu Dhabi
The police warn against speeding violations in Abu Dhabi, as the penalty for this violation ranges from 300 dirhams to 3,000 dirhams depending on the extent to which drivers exceed the speed limit.
Through these fines, the police aim to deter reckless driver behavior and enhance public safety for drivers and pedestrians on the road.
Respect speed limits and drive responsibly
The police in the United Arab Emirates call on motorists to respect their speed at all times, and the police always ask them, through awareness sessions, to give priority to the safety of themselves, their passengers and fellow road users by respecting speed limits and driving responsibly.
The police in Abu Dhabi stressed the need for drivers to adhere to the speed limits set on the main and internal roads, noting that this matter is not merely a legal requirement, and the police in Abu Dhabi added that it is considered a moral responsibility. Let us all work together to ensure a safer and more secure road network in Abu Dhabi and beyond, in order to keep everyone safe and sound.
