Abu Dhabi Police warn e-scooter riders over unsafe use

Abu Dhabi Police have warned e-scooter riders to use the devices safely, adhering to designated paths and safety regulations. The force, in collaboration with the Monitoring and Control Centre, called on riders to refrain from riding on main roads, weaving between vehicles, and navigating through crowded areas. Riders were advised to wear helmets, knee pads, and elbow protection.

The Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate emphasized that e-scooters should be used solely on approved paths and permitted areas, stressing that safety provisions were put in place to safeguard riders, pedestrians, and other road users. Police urged parents to play a more active role in supervising children and teenagers who use e-scooters, ensuring they wear protective gear and understand permissible riding locations.

Under Abu Dhabi's e-scooter regulations, riders must be at least 16 years old, passengers are not allowed, and the maximum speed is 20 km/h. E-scooters are prohibited on public roads with speed limits of 60 km/h or higher. Dubai Police have previously conducted awareness campaigns on e-scooter usage, focusing on designated routes, protective gear, and the hazards of riding in restricted zones.

The Abu Dhabi Police highlighted the need for enhanced community awareness to promote responsible use of emerging transportation methods and curb practices that could endanger riders or others. The force reiterated that traffic safety is a shared responsibility and that awareness initiatives will persist under its Smart Road Safety strategic priority.