Dubai: 107 taxi drivers record lowest number of violations, incidents; honoured by DTC

The Road and Transport Authority's (RTA) Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) honoured 107 drivers under the Traffic Safety Award for 2021-2022 for recording the lowest number of violations and incidents.

"DTC values the dedication of taxi, limousine, and bus drivers, constantly urging them to abide by safe driving rules and all traffic regulations and instructions, ensuring both their safety and the safety of riders. In line with this commitment, DTC hosted an awarding event, reflecting its commitment to achieving the goal of cutting down traffic incidents. This objective aligns with Dubai's traffic safety strategy of achieving zero fatalities," said Mansoor Rahma Al Falasi, CEO of DTC.

"DTC leverages both human and technical resources to achieve top safety standards; the positive results achieved are credited to years of dedicated efforts by DTC, which is always keen on introducing key innovative programmes. These include the Traffic Safety Award, intensive driver training programmes, and regulations governing violating drivers in repeated incidents," added Al Falasi.

In addition, DTC introduced upgraded vehicle specifications by introducing smart vehicle-mounted sensors when turning, blind spot detection, and maintaining a safe distance, along with hosting awareness and guidance workshops in cooperation with strategic partners. It continues to develop driver training programmes through employing AI technologies.

Thanking drivers

• Young UAE-based karting drivers eye glory on world stage