22-05-2025
RTA Initiates Comprehensive Campaign for Trailer Safety Inspections
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched a targeted inspection campaign in early 2025 to improve trailer safety across the emirate's roads, uncovering over a hundred technical issues in the process.
The initiative, titled Trailer Safety , was conducted by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department as part of RTA's broader mission to enhance road safety and ensure compliance with technical regulations. Between January and March, inspectors carried out 2,638 checks on heavy vehicles at key locations, including Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road.
Of these, 177 trailers were specifically examined for adherence to critical safety standards. The inspections focused on tyre conditions, brake efficiency, lighting systems, license validity, and driver permits. The campaign revealed 134 technical faults and resulted in 88 violations, with common issues ranging from unfit tyres and defective lights to missing reflective stickers and improper cargo loading.
Ahmed Mahboob, CEO of the RTA's Licensing Agency, reaffirmed the authority's commitment to routine inspections, highlighting their role in preventing safety risks linked to inadequate vehicle maintenance. He emphasized that the campaign aligns with the agency's annual plan to promote compliance and raise awareness through modern outreach methods. 'This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to ensure road safety by targeting key sectors within the transport system,'
Mahboob said.
The campaign underscores the RTA's continued focus on reducing traffic risks through proactive enforcement and public education, particularly within the heavy vehicle segment, which plays a critical role in Dubai's transport infrastructure.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
