UAE E-Scooter Accidents Surge 97% as Authorities Tighten Safety Rules

UAE authorities are intensifying enforcement of personal mobility regulations after official data revealed a 97% surge in e-scooter accidents across the country. The sharp increase in collisions has prompted a nationwide review of rider compliance and technical safety standards on public roads and designated paths. Rising Accident Rates and Violations The 97% spike in recorded crashes highlights growing safety concerns as e-scooters become a primary mode of "last-mile" transport in urban centers like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Traffic departments have identified several recurring factors contributing to the surge, including riding in unauthorized zones, failure to wear protective gear, and ignoring technical specifications such as speed limiters. Police reports indicate that a significant portion of accidents occurs on high-speed arterial roads where e-scooters are strictly prohibited. In response to the data, law enforcement agencies have increased patrols in high-traffic areas, including residential communities and near metro stations. Officers are authorized to confiscate vehicles that do not meet safety requirements or are operated by individuals under the legal age of 16 without…