AEDubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a new monitoring system using cameras and smart sensors to track the speed, location, and driving behavior of delivery motorcycle riders. The initiative aims to identify dangerous riding practices, such as sudden acceleration or harsh braking, to enhance road safety and ensure compliance with traffic rules. Saeed Al Ramsi, director of licensing activities monitoring at the RTA, described the system as a shift toward a proactive, data-led approach that combines IoT devices with a digital platform. Delivery companies will receive real-time fleet data to manage operations and implement rider training programs. Installation of the devices is voluntary until the end of the first half of 2027, after which the requirements will become mandatory. The project involves collaboration between the RTA, Dubai Police, and private delivery firms to build a comprehensive database for improving regulatory policies.
Bias read (Center): The article relies exclusively on official RTA statements and presents the surveillance measure as a neutral safety improvement without discussing privacy concerns or labor rights implications.
