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Dubai to Enforce Peak-Hour Truck Restrictions on Key Routes from October 1

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority and Dubai Police announced new truck traffic regulations effective 1 October 2026. The rules restrict commercial heavy vehicles on key routes, including a 16-hour daily ban on Sheikh Zayed Road, while Emirates Road remains exempt.

Published Source: Gulf News
Issuing authority
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Dubai Police General Headquarters
Jurisdiction
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Publication date
September 26, 2026
Effective date
October 1, 2026
Stage
Final rule
Official source
gulfnews.com

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police General Headquarters have announced new traffic regulations for commercial heavy vehicles, scheduled to come into force on 1 October 2026.

The controls restrict truck movements across multiple freight corridors during peak hours to curb traffic congestion and enhance road safety. Sheikh Zayed Road will face a 16-hour daily movement ban between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM, while other key roads will be subject to designated peak-hour limits.

Emirates Road has been specifically exempted from the restrictions to safeguard commercial freight and supply chain flow. Authorities noted that awareness campaigns are currently being conducted for logistics firms and fleet operators prior to strict enforcement.

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