Gulf Rules
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Tailgating on highway

Following another vehicle on a UAE highway at less than 3 seconds stopping distance, creating a rear-end collision hazard.

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Fine Amount

AED 1,000

Fine of AED 1000 plus 4 black points

Why this rule exists

Rear-end collisions on UAE highways are a leading cause of multi-vehicle pile-ups

How to avoid

Maintain at least a 3-second gap from the vehicle ahead at highway speeds