2 November 20260211 ShareTransport|LeisureSharjah has prepared improved access routes to Expo Centre ahead of the International Book Fair, which opens on 4 November. The traffic arrangements cover roads including Al Corniche Street and Al Ittihad Street, with clearer entrances, exits and directional signs. The fair runs until 15 November, bringing 2,673 publishers and exhibitors from 124 countries. Useful news if you're planning a family visit or regularly drive through Al Taawun.
2 November 20260211 ShareTransport|ShoppingIgnoring a vehicle safety recall could soon stop you completing transactions involving that car. New UAE regulations taking effect on 1 January 2027 allow licensing authorities to restrict vehicle-related procedures when owners fail to respond to manufacturer recalls. The restrictions are discretionary, not automatic. Importantly, dealers must repair announced manufacturing defects free of charge. Worth checking whether your car has any outstanding recalls.
1 November 20260111 ShareTransport|Crime & SafetyDubai Police issued 48,950 fines for driving vehicles with expired registration in the first 10 months of 2026. The penalty is Dh500, four black points and seven days of vehicle impoundment. Police are reminding drivers that registration renewals also help ensure their cars receive essential safety checks. If your renewal date is approaching, check your insurance and inspection requirements before it slips past.
31 October 20263110 ShareTransportDrivers on the Abu Dhabi–Al Ain Road (E22) will face diversions and reduced speed limits from 31 October until 30 January 2027. The affected sections will drop from 160km/h to either 140km/h or 120km/h. There is also a temporary right-lane closure on E12 towards Saadiyat Island until early Monday, 2 November.
31 October 20263110 ShareTransport|LeisureDubai Ride will close parts of Sheikh Zayed Road, Lower Financial Centre Street and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard on Sunday, 1 November, from 3am to 9.30am. Dubai Metro will start at 3am to help participants get there. Drivers have been advised to use Al Wasl Road, Al Khail Road and other designated alternatives.
30 October 20263010 ShareTransport|CommunityPalm Jumeirah residents are getting two new pedestrian bridges near the Shoreline and Golden Mile buildings. Construction has started, and the RTA says the bridges could serve around 16,000 residents. The aim is safer walking access between residential, commercial and tourist areas, particularly where crossing busy roads is currently inconvenient.
30 October 20263010 ShareTransportEtihad Rail sold 120,000 passenger tickets in its first month after the national service launched on 30 September. The network currently serves Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid and Fujairah. Next up are Madinat Zayed and Liwa, with stations scheduled to open on 30 November. Inter-emirate rail is beginning to become a regular travel option.
30 October 20263010 ShareTransportNight drivers heading from Dubai towards Sharjah should expect temporary restrictions on Emirates Road (E611) from 30 October to 15 November. Etihad Rail infrastructure works will affect the route between 1am and 5am daily, including the area around Maleha Street and Sharjah Mosque. Allow extra time and follow diversion signs.
27 October 20262710 ShareTransport|HousingAbu Dhabi has announced a Dh872 million road project connecting Ramhan and Jubail Islands to the E12 motorway. The plan includes seven bridges, three tunnels and connecting roads, with completion expected in 2027. It should improve access for the growing island communities, although residents will need to wait for construction to finish before seeing the full benefit.
21 October 20262110 ShareTransportFive Dubai roads get new speed limits from 1 November. Al Asayel Street rises from 60 to 80km/h, while Al Mustaqbal Street and Latifa bint Hamdan Street increase to 70km/h. Limits fall by 10km/h on specified sections of Al Rebat Street and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street. Watch the signs, especially on familiar routes.