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ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.name 2026 Driving Rule Changes

Official Source: Ministry of Interior / Roads and Transport Authority (RTA)

Last Updated: 1 februarie 2026

4Rule Changes
3High Impact
2Test Relevant

Summary

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Key Changes

📋Licensing

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.title

High Impact

Effective 1 ianuarie 2026

✕Before

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ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.before.description

✓After (2026)

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ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.after.description

Official Source: RTA Dubai Smart Mobility

Instructor's Tip

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⚠️Penalties & Fines

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.title

High ImpactOn Theory Test

Effective 1 martie 2026

✕Before

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.before.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.before.description

✓After (2026)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.after.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.after.description

Official Source: Abu Dhabi Police

Instructor's Tip

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⚠️Penalties & Fines

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.title

High ImpactOn Theory Test

Effective 1 ianuarie 2026

✕Before

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.before.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.before.description

✓After (2026)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.after.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.after.description

Official Source: UAE Federal Traffic Law

Instructor's Tip

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Changes by Category

⚠️Penalties & Fines(2)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.title

High ImpactOn Theory Test

Effective 1 martie 2026

✕Before

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.before.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.before.description

✓After (2026)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.after.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-smart-cameras.after.description

Official Source: Abu Dhabi Police

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.title

High ImpactOn Theory Test

Effective 1 ianuarie 2026

✕Before

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.before.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.before.description

✓After (2026)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.after.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-tailgating-penalty.after.description

Official Source: UAE Federal Traffic Law

🔧Vehicle Equipment(1)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-vehicle-inspection.title

Medium Impact

Effective 1 iunie 2026

✕Before

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-vehicle-inspection.before.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-vehicle-inspection.before.description

✓After (2026)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-vehicle-inspection.after.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-vehicle-inspection.after.description

Official Source: RTA Vehicle Inspection

📋Licensing(1)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.title

High Impact

Effective 1 ianuarie 2026

✕Before

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.before.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.before.description

✓After (2026)

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.after.value

ruleChanges2026.countries.uae.changes.ae-autonomous-vehicles.after.description

Official Source: RTA Dubai Smart Mobility

Instructor Tips

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Instructor's Tip

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Instructor's Tip

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Instructor's Tip

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Instructor's Tip

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Sources & Methodology

All rule changes are sourced from official government transport agencies and legal publications. AutoviaTest is an independent educational platform and is not affiliated with any government agency. Rules may be subject to change before their effective dates.

Information last verified: 2026-02-01

Primary Sources:

  • Ministry of Interior / Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) — Official regulatory body
  • RTA Dubai Smart Mobility — Autonomous Vehicle Regulatory Framework
  • Abu Dhabi Police — Next-Generation Intelligent Traffic Camera System
  • UAE Federal Traffic Law — Increased Tailgating and Reckless Driving Penalties

Rule Changes

Rule Changes

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High Impact

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Test Relevant

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Changes by Category

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