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Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Ajman bans use of electric scooters on roads, public streets
In a move to ensure the safety of road users in Ajman, the emirate's police authority said that the use of electric scooters of all types is prohibited on public streets. Last month, it issued an advisory asking riders of e-scooters and two-wheelers to follow rules on the road, warning against the use of unauthorised electric bicycles and scooters. The advisory was shared alongside a video that showed some violations committe by users of these vehicles such as: riding without appropriate safety gear, going the wrong way on a one-way road and entering a road from an exit and even using a pedestrian crossing. Across the UAE, authorities repeatedly issue advisories to those who use two-wheelers to discourage violations and make sure they stay safe on the road. A video released by Abu Dhabi Police on reckless e-scooter driving has sparked conversation among UAE residents around safety, enforcement, and the urgent need for stricter regulations. The clip showed three people in Kanduras riding e-scooters in areas that are unsuitable. Police urge residents to use e-scooters only in designated safe areas. It sparked conversation among UAE residents around safety, enforcement, and the urgent need for stricter regulations. Um Saeed, a long-time resident of Jumeirah in Dubai, recounted a moment when she was nearly hit by an e-scooter while walking to the grocery store. 'The rider came out of nowhere from between two parked cars,' she said. 'I barely had time to move.'
BreakingNews.ie
03-06-2025
- General
- BreakingNews.ie
Almost 3,000 drivers caught speeding over bank holiday weekend
Almost 3,000 drivers were caught speeding over the bank holiday weekend, according to gardaí. This wass part of an operation that started on Thursday at 7am and lasted until 7am Tuesday. Advertisement The highst speed was recorded was on the M50 at Templeogue, where a driver was recorded riving 188km/h in a 100km/h zone. Other speeds included a driver going 119km/h in a 80km/h zone on R148 at Broadford, Co. Kildare. While in Dunboyne, Co. Meath, a driver was recorded going 114km/h in a 60km/h zone. Over 4,000 breath tests and approximately 270 oral fluid tests were carried out, leading to 167 arrests for suspected driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Advertisement During this period, there was one fatality on our roads, while 14 serious collisions resulted in 14 individuals sustaining severe and life-threatening injuries. There was 210 fixed charge notices for drivers using their phones, with over 215 for Unaccompanied learner drivers. Over 70 drivers were given fixed charged notices for not wearing a seatbelt. 99 vehicles were seized from learner permit holders driving unaccompanied, with 380 vehicles seized for not having tax or insurance. In a statement, gardaí said: "An Garda Síochána continue to appeal to all road users to never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, to slow down and to always choose a speed that is appropriate to the driving conditions, to wear your seatbelt and keep your eyes always on the road."
