Dubai updates driving licence curriculum to include advanced vehicle technologies

RTA introduces ADAS training features to enhance road safety and driving skills

By Emirates247 Published: 2026-05-12T18:30:00+04:00 1 min read
The revised curriculum incorporates training on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), reflecting the growing adoption of smart technologies in vehicles. Picture: X, RTA
The revised curriculum incorporates training on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), reflecting the growing adoption of smart technologies in vehicles. Picture: X, RTA

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced updates to the training curricula for advanced driving licence applicants in light vehicle categories, aligning with developments in modern vehicle technologies.

The revised curriculum incorporates training on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), reflecting the growing adoption of smart technologies in vehicles.

The updates include key features such as forward collision warning, blind spot monitoring systems, lane departure alerts, lane support systems, vehicle parking assist in designated spaces, night vision systems, anti-lock braking systems (ABS), and both conventional and adaptive cruise control.

The move is aimed at enhancing drivers’ understanding of modern vehicle systems and improving road safety in line with technological advancements in the automotive sector.