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Authorities have arrested a number of drivers and seized their vehicles for 60 days after they were found causing disturbances and spreading panic among citizens and residents. According to officials, the drivers were involved in actions that disrupted public order and created concern within the community. Security authorities acted swiftly to address the situation and restore calm. Legal procedures have been initiated against those involved, while their vehicles have been impounded for a period of two months as part of the enforcement measures.
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Abu Dhabi has taken a significant step toward the future of mobility, launching Tesla’s first ‘Full Self-Driving (Supervised)’ road trials in the emirate while simultaneously overseeing the region’s first pilot operation of autonomous trucks. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, announced the commencement of Tesla’s advanced driving trials under driver supervision. The move marks a first for Abu Dhabi and signals the emirate’s growing commitment to smart and autonomous mobility solutions. According to a WAM report, the trials are being conducted within a structured regulatory framework designed to evaluate the technology’s performance under real-world operating conditions and verify its operational and safety readiness before broader adoption. Tesla’s ‘full self-driving’ put to the test The road trials are being carried out in coordination with the Legislation Lab at the General Secretariat of the UAE Cabinet. The initiative aims to support innovation while operating within approved regulatory frameworks. The ITC said the project seeks to establish an advanced model for testing driver-assistance and autonomous driving technologies in the region, ensuring that safety standards remain paramount while new technologies are introduced. “The supervision of the ITC over the commencement of Tesla’s advanced autonomous driving technology […]
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The Transport General Authority carried out more than 73,180 inspection operations between 1 and 4 Ramadan across several regions of the Kingdom, particularly in Makkah and Madinah, resulting in 14,474 violations and an overall compliance rate of 88%. The authority said the inspection campaigns aim to ensure the provision of safe, high-quality transport services for pilgrims and beneficiaries. The efforts focus on verifying public transport service quality, examining the technical condition of vehicles, and addressing violations related to unauthorized passenger transport activities known as “kedada.” The violations recorded during Ramadan included drivers not adhering to the approved uniform, operating without a valid operating card, failure of vehicles to meet safety requirements, taxi drivers not operating fare meters, and individuals preparing private vehicles for illegal passenger transport. In Makkah Region, inspectors conducted 37,318 inspections, resulting in 9,026 violations and a compliance rate of 85%. More than 266 vehicles were impounded for violating regulations and technical requirements. Inspection teams were deployed in key locations across Makkah, including Al-Shumaisi (new and old), Al-Nawariyah and Al-Ka’akiyah, as well as at Haramain High-Speed Railway stations, transport hubs near the Grand Mosque, King Abdulaziz International Airport and Taif Airport. In Madinah Region, more than 12,726 inspections […]
2 weeks ago
Vehicles registered in one of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries will not be permitted to remain in the Kingdom for more than 90 days within any 365-day period. This period, whether it is consecutive or non-consecutive, is calculated from the date when the vehicle entered the Kingdom through any of the Saudi customs ports. The Saudi Council of Ministers has framed regulations governing the stay of vehicles registered in one of the GCC countries within the Kingdom. This is aimed at regulating such vehicles’ use and reduce violations related to vehicles remaining for extended periods without registration. The regulations apply to vehicles owned by a Saudi citizen or an expatriate, or those authorized to drive them within the Kingdom, with the exception of vehicles rented from licensed establishments in any of the GCC countries. The regulations allow the vehicle owner or authorized driver to submit a request to the Ministry of Interior to extend the permitted stay before its expiry. The ministry will review the request at its discretion, specifying the required data and procedures. The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority is responsible for providing the Ministry of Interior with the necessary vehicle data for implementing the new regulations. […]
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Global automakers are zeroing in on a controversial waypoint in the autonomy race: “eyes-off” driving, known in the industry as Level 3, according to a new Reuters report. The idea is simple but provocative — motorists could look away to send a message or work on a laptop until the vehicle signals them to retake control. After years spent refining hands-on driver aids that manage steering and speed, companies see Level 3 as a potential bridge between today’s supervised systems and tomorrow’s fully driverless cars. It could also help justify the billions already sunk into automation. “We can start saving them time immediately, and do it in a very affordable way,” said Doug Field of Ford Motor, which aims to roll out eyes-off capability on lower-cost EVs in 2028. Yet enthusiasm is far from universal. Some executives question whether temporarily shifting responsibility between human and machine is workable — or safe. Others doubt buyers will pay enough to cover development costs that consultants at McKinsey & Company estimate at up to $1.5 billion for highway-capable Level 3 systems. Reuters reports that a decade after bold predictions that autonomous cars would be everywhere, most vehicles — including “Full Self-Driving” from Tesla — remain […]
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Sixteen people were killed on Tuesday after a heavy truck collided head-on with a passenger minibus on a road linking Al Mahfad district and the Lahmar area, east of Abyan governorate in southern Yemen, local medical reported. Eyewitnesses said the minibus burst into flames moments after the impact, leading to its complete destruction. Among the dead were a woman and her child. Medical officials at Lawdar Hospital, where the bodies were taken, said 11 of the victims were severely burned, with some remains so badly charred that identification proved difficult. Authorities managed to rescue only one survivor from the vehicle. Emergency teams said the fire spread rapidly, reportedly fuelled by a leak from the lorry following the collision. Civil defence units were dispatched to the scene but faced challenges in containing the blaze due to its intensity and the wide area affected. Rescue efforts focused on searching for potential survivors and securing the road to prevent further accidents. The crash is among the deadliest road incidents recorded in Abyan governorate this year, prompting renewed public concern over road safety, particularly on remote routes used by heavy vehicles and passenger buses. Local authorities have called for a review of safety measures […]
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Selling a faulty car has landed an authorised agent and a specialist car sales centre in trouble, with an appeal court ordering them to refund the customer BD8,000 and cancel the sale. The court ruled that the vehicle suffered from manufacturing defects that were never properly repaired, overturning an earlier judgment that had dismissed the buyer’s claim and ordered him to pay court costs. According to the claimant’s lawyer, Abdulrahman Khalifa, the buyer repeatedly returned the car to the maintenance centre affiliated with the authorised agent after noticing persistent problems. When the issues remained unresolved, he filed an urgent case to document the vehicle’s condition, leading to the appointment of a court expert. The expert report confirmed several defects, including a foul smell when the air-conditioning was switched on and vibration noises while the engine was running, affecting the roof and the exhaust system. Although the lower court had rejected the case, the appeal court found that the defects had not been rectified and that the car had not been delivered in a condition fit for use. It ordered the contract rescinded and the parties restored to their pre-sale position. Under the ruling, the buyer must return the vehicle, while […]
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Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) concluded six days of Formula 1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2026 with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc recording the fastest overall time. Leclerc clocked 1:31.992 in his Ferrari SF-26 during the final afternoon session under lights, the quickest lap of the tests and the only time under 1:32.000. The session concluded with a practice start along BIC’s main straight ahead of the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026, scheduled for April 10–12. Leclerc completed 132 laps on the final day and finished 0.879 seconds ahead of reigning Formula 1 Drivers’ World Champion Lando Norris, who took over from McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri after the morning session. Four-time world champion Max Verstappen was third for Red Bull Racing, 1.117 seconds off the pace, followed by George Russell for Mercedes and Pierre Gasly for Alpine in fifth. Completing the top ten were Oliver Bearman for Haas, Gabriel Bortoleto for Audi, Kimi Antonelli for Mercedes, Arvid Lindblad for Racing Bulls and Carlos Sainz for Williams. Lindblad completed 165 laps, the highest total of the day. Also participating on the final day were Piastri, Esteban Ocon for Haas, Isack Hadjar for Red Bull Racing, Valtteri Bottas for Cadillac, Nico Hulkenberg for Audi […]
3 weeks ago
The High Criminal Court set March 31 to issue its verdict in a case involving a defendant accused of causing the death of one person and injuring three others in a traffic accident. The accident happened because he was driving under the influence of alcohol, exceeding the speed limit, and driving a car that was not registered and uninsured. The crash also caused damage to public and private property. For causing the victim’s death and injuring three others due to drunk driving and speeding, the Public Prosecution charged the defendant. He was driving at 75 km/h in a road where the speed limit was 50 km/h. The defendant was also charged with driving without due care and attention, and driving a vehicle with an expired registration and no insurance. The defendant hit another vehicle, causing it to lose control and crash into a car coming from the opposite direction.
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Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), ‘The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East’, announced today that all those attending both open days of Formula 1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2026 on Thursday, February 19, and Friday, February 20, will be able to enjoy an exciting fan-engagement experience with an F1 Pit Lane Walk. This exclusive activity is scheduled from 2:05 pm to 2:50 pm on both days, and all ticket holders will be able to enjoy the pit walk at no extra cost. Fans should note that, due to teams working on the cars during the testing period, some garages may be screened off on the pit lane side during the pit lane walk. BIC will be opening its gates to the public on Thursday and Friday at 11 am, and it will close at 7 pm. Tickets per open day of F1 Aramco Pre-Season Testing 2026 cost BD10 for adults and BD5 for children. To buy tickets or to get more information, visit the circuit’s official website, bahraingp.com, or call the BIC Hotline on +973-17450000. Exclusive hospitality packages are also on offer by BIC for the two public days. These feature the best views of the action along with exceptional food […]
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