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UAE's new 2027 traffic rules: When overtaking is allowed and prohibited

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“UAE's new 2027 traffic rules: When overtaking is allowed and prohibited”

Dubai: Can you overtake another vehicle from the right? Are you allowed to remain in the fast lane after overtaking? And where is overtaking prohibited altogether? These are among the driving situations addressed in the UAE's newly issued executive traffic regulations, which will take effect on January 1, 2027 . Under Cabinet Decision No. 174 of 2026 , Articles 20 and 21 outline motorists' obligations before overtaking, when returning to their lane and in locations where overtaking is…

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