Self-driving cars could hit the UAE’s roads as early as 2021.
That’s according to the Emirates Authority for Standardisation and Metrology (ESMA), which is working on a draft law for regulating autonomous vehicles.
The plan was revealed at the International Conference on Future Mobility in Dubai.
ESMA’s Director-General, Abdulla Al Maeeni, spoke to ARN News.
If the legislation is approved, the UAE could become the first country in the world to have standards around driverless vehicles.
Dubai traffic enhancements target 40 locations this summer
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has kicked off a major traffic improvement plan across 40 key locations in the city.
UAE marks Oceans Day with renewed environmental goals
On World Oceans Day, the UAE reaffirmed its strong commitment to protecting and preserving marine ecosystems, both locally and globally.
Festive spirit shines in Eid events for UAE workforce
In celebration of Eid Al-Adha, workers across the UAE were treated to a series of special events organised by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE).
UAE leaders congratulate Custodian of Two Holy Mosques on success of Hajj season
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the occasion of the success of the Hajj season of 1446 AH.
UAE leaders perform Eid Al Adha prayers across the country
Members of the UAE's royal family have performed Eid Al Adha prayers in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman.
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