UAE citizens and society are suffering from the consequences of the ongoing war between Iran, the United States, and Israel. From missile attacks to the loss of civilians, the UAE authorities have been leaders in addressing all issues, existing or emerging, to ensure normalcy and safety for its residents in times of distress.
Now, police across the UAE have launched a crackdown on motorists who use illegally modified cars and motorcycles. The initiative comes after local residents reported late-night panic due to loud “bang” sounds resulting from engine explosions resembling explosions or explosions in residential neighbourhoods.
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Many residents indicated that the sudden sounds, often heard late at night, cause extreme anxiety because they resemble the sounds of explosions, causing them to panic.
As regional developments escalated and showed no signs of stopping, some residents feared the sounds might be linked to security developments before realizing they were caused by vehicles making intentional “backfire” sounds. According to authorities, these disturbances are caused by teenagers and young drivers revving their engines or using vehicles that have been modified with exhaust systems designed to emit explosive-like sounds.
This has led some residents to confuse the sudden sounds with explosions or missile strikes in the middle of the night.
Police to the rescue
Complaints have arrived from residents in parts of Dubai and Sharjah after hearing loud explosions of engine noise late at night, echoing throughout residential streets.Police explained that the noises reported in many neighborhoods were related to reckless driving and modified vehicles and not any security threat.
Officials reassured the public that the UAE remains safe and secure, while authorities continue to monitor developments. They added that such behavior is illegal and constitutes a serious disturbance of public peace. Therefore, patrols were intensified in these neighborhoods.
Track illegal modifications
Major General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Operations at Dubai Police, said that the authorities are deploying advanced surveillance systems and enforcement campaigns to address the problem. He said: “Our goal is to enhance road safety and ensure residents’ comfort and tranquility by addressing violations such as excessive vehicle noise and illegal modifications.”Also in Sharjah, monitoring and enforcement were intensified after complaints from residents about loud vehicles causing noise in the area. Brigadier Khalifa Al Khasouni, Director of the Central Region Department of Sharjah Police, said that inspection campaigns and targeted checkpoints have been deployed to seize vehicles with illegal modifications.
Severe fines for violators
According to UAE traffic regulations, motorists who are caught driving vehicles causing excessive noise face a fine of AED 2,000 and 12 black points in addition to the possibility of vehicle impoundment. If vehicles are modified without obtaining a proper licence, their owners may face additional penalties including confiscation and release fees, totaling Dh10,000. Furthermore, the police urged parents to monitor teenagers and young drivers to prevent reckless behavior that may disturb communities.
