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Arabian Business
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Arabian Business
Dubai's RTA revolutionises driver training with AI-powered smart monitoring
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a cutting-edge Smart Monitoring System that leverages AI-powered cameras installed in driving school vehicles to monitor instructors and trainees in real-time. Operated via the Licensing Intelligent Operations Centre and inspectors' smart tablets, the new platform has reduced inspection times from 20 minutes to just one minute, while simultaneously boosting detected violations by fivefold. This dual triumph of speed and vigilance positions the system as a comprehensive tool for elevating training standards and enforcing safety protocols. View this post on Instagram A post shared by هيئة الطرق والمواصلات، دبي (@rta_dubai) In just seven months, the system has recorded 1,734,790 training sessions involving 245,764 trainees, a staggering 14‑fold increase over last year's figures. This meteoric rise underscores RTA's steadfast push toward its vision of becoming a world leader in seamless and sustainable mobility, and its commitment to digital transformation in monitoring practices. Smart surveillance Each driving‑school vehicle is outfitted with smart cameras powered by machine learning and computer vision. These tools automatically flag infractions such as: Use of a mobile phone by an instructor or a trainee Absence of a seatbelt Driving outside permitted training zones Failure to wear the prescribed uniform or maintain a professional appearance Distractions such as eating, drinking, or dozing off behind the wheel According to the RTA, this level of oversight ensures that every lesson adheres to the highest safety and professional standards. Educating the driver The Smart Monitoring System signals a profound shift in how field monitoring is conceptualised. More than an enforcement tool, it fosters a structured, professional training environment that aligns with Dubai's strategic vision for digital transformation and institutional innovation. RTA plans to roll out even more advanced features later this year, including predictive analytics and tight integration of instructor performance with licensing and permit systems. These upgrades promise to deepen the system's capabilities and create a more cohesive, data‑driven regulatory framework.
TECHx
2 days ago
- Automotive
- TECHx
RTA Dubai Unveils AI Monitoring for Driving Schools
Home » Latest news » RTA Dubai Unveils AI Monitoring for Driving Schools RTA Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has announced the success of its Smart Monitoring System. The system uses AI-powered cameras in driving school vehicles to track the behaviour of instructors and trainees. Developed by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department at RTA's Licensing Agency, the system has monitored 1,734,790 training sessions. These sessions involved 245,764 trainees over the past seven months. RTA reported that this marks a 14-fold increase compared to the same period last year. This system supports RTA Dubai's vision of becoming the world leader in seamless and sustainable mobility. It also reflects the authority's strong commitment to digital transformation and innovation in monitoring practices. RTA revealed that the system is operated by the Licensing Intelligent Operations Centre and supported through smart tablets used by inspectors. As a result, inspection times have been cut from 20 minutes to just one minute. Furthermore, the number of recorded violations increased fivefold. The smart system includes several advanced technologies: Real-time, 24/7 monitoring through smart cameras AI and computer vision to track instructor and trainee behaviour These features help detect violations such as mobile phone use, not fastening seat belts, leaving training zones, improper uniforms, and distractions like eating, drinking, or sleeping while driving. RTA stated that the Smart Monitoring System marks a shift in how field inspections are carried out. It aligns with the wider digital strategy of Dubai's government and aims to create a professional, safe training environment for future drivers. Additionally, RTA revealed that more upgrades are coming. These include predictive analytics and integration of instructor performance data with licensing systems. The enhancements aim to create a more robust and connected monitoring framework. The authority emphasized the role of training companies in meeting safety and regulatory standards. RTA works closely with its strategic partners to provide high-quality, compliant training services. The system also supports awareness and improvement across all training institutions in Dubai. This initiative further reinforces RTA Dubai's role in advancing smart mobility and safety solutions through digital innovation.
Hi Dubai
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hi Dubai
RTA's AI-Powered Smart Monitoring System Transforms Driving School Oversight in Dubai
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced strong results from its Smart Monitoring System, an AI-powered initiative launched to enhance oversight of driving school training sessions. Developed by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department, the system has monitored nearly 1.73 million training sessions for over 245,000 trainees in just seven months—a 14-fold increase compared to the same period last year. The system uses advanced machine learning and computer vision through smart cameras installed in training vehicles to detect violations such as mobile phone usage, unfastened seat belts, inappropriate attire, and driver distractions. These real-time insights, managed via RTA's Licensing Intelligent Operations Centre and inspectors' tablets, have cut inspection times from 20 minutes to just one minute and increased the detection of violations by five times. As part of Dubai's digital transformation agenda, the RTA plans to integrate predictive analytics and instructor performance data into the system to further enhance training quality and compliance. The system reinforces RTA's commitment to building a safe, efficient, and smart mobility ecosystem that supports high professional standards in driver training. News Source: Dubai Media Office
Emirates 24/7
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Emirates 24/7
RTA's Smart Monitoring System delivers excellent results in tracking driving school user behaviour
The Smart Monitoring System launched by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to track the behaviour of instructors and trainees using AI-powered cameras in driving school vehicles has delivered remarkable results. Developed by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department at RTA's Licensing Agency, the system has monitored 1,734,790 training sessions for 245,764 trainees over the past seven months, a 14-fold increase compared to the same period last year. These outcomes reflect RTA's continued drive to realise its vision of becoming the World Leader in Seamless and Sustainable Mobility and underscore its sustained commitment to digital transformation and innovation in monitoring practices. The new system, which is run by RTA's Licensing Intelligent Operations Centre and through the inspectors' smart tablet, has also reduced inspection time from 20 minutes to just one minute, while enabling a fivefold increase in recorded violations. This positions it as a comprehensive monitoring tool that enhances training service quality and upholds the highest safety standards. The system uses technologies that enable real-time, round-the-clock monitoring of instructors and trainees through the installation of smart cameras in driving school vehicles. These cameras are equipped with artificial intelligence (machine learning) and computer vision, which enhance the effectiveness of supervision during training sessions. The system automatically detects violations such as mobile phone use by instructors or trainees, failure to fasten seat belts, leaving designated training zones, failure to wear the prescribed uniform or maintain professional appearance, and distractions including eating, drinking, sleeping while driving, or other distractions. The Smart Monitoring System for observing the behaviour of driving school vehicle users marks a fundamental shift in field monitoring concepts. It aligns with the vision and strategic direction of Dubai's government in digital transformation and innovation, while fostering a safe and professional training environment that prepares drivers to the highest standards. Additional innovative features are being introduced to the system this year, including predictive analytics and the integration of actual instructor performance data with licensing and permit systems. These enhancements aim to establish a more robust and integrated monitoring framework. Companies play a vital role in complying with all regulations and requirements to ensure a safe and efficient working environment. RTA collaborates closely with strategic partners to deliver safe and reliable training services, recognising that adherence to safety and security standards is a core responsibility. The new system presents a real opportunity to reinforce awareness of regulatory compliance, supporting improved performance and greater alignment with required standards across all training institutes.
Dubai Eye
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Dubai Eye
Smart monitoring system boosts driving school training standards in Dubai
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reported impressive results from its Smart Monitoring System, which uses AI-powered cameras in driving school vehicles to monitor instructors and trainees. Over the past seven months, the system tracked more than 1.7 million training sessions involving 245,764 trainees - a 14-fold increase compared to the same period last year. The system, developed by the RTA's Licensing Agency, cuts inspection time from 20 minutes to just one, while increasing violation detection fivefold. It automatically spots safety breaches like mobile phone use by instructors or trainees, seatbelt neglect and other distractions including eating, drinking or sleeping while driving. Additional features like predictive analytics and integration with licensing systems are set to launch later this year, further strengthening regulatory compliance and performance across driving institutes. #RTA 's Smart Monitoring System, developed by the Licensing Activities Monitoring Department at our Licensing Agency, to track the behaviour of instructors and trainees using AI-powered cameras in driving school vehicles, has delivered remarkable results, monitoring 1,734,790… — RTA (@rta_dubai) August 5, 2025
