RTA set to hold 79th online plate auction
The auction includes plates bearing codes H through Z, covering the following categories: H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, and Z.
Registration for the auction opens on Monday, May 19, and will remain open for five days only. The auction will go live on Monday, May 26. All sales are subject to a 5 per cent Value Added Tax (VAT), and all participants must hold a valid traffic file in the Emirate of Dubai.
To participate, bidders are required to submit a security cheque payable to RTA amounting AED5,000, along with a non-refundable participation fee of AED120. Payments can be made at the Customer Happiness Centres in Umm Ramool, Al Barsha, and Deira, or via credit card through the RTA website: www.rta.ae.
The auction terms also require successful bidders to complete payment within 10 working days from the auction's closing date.
Payments can be made at authorised service provider centres as follows: cash for amounts up to AED50,000, and certified cheque or credit card for amounts exceeding AED50,000. Transactions may also be completed at Customer Happiness Centres or via the RTA's website.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Arabian Business
6 hours ago
- Arabian Business
Dubai e-hailing service Hala reports 12% trip growth in first half of 2025
Dubai-based e-hailing service Hala has recorded growth in trips and users during the first half of 2025, alongside fleet expansion and sustainability initiatives. The joint venture between the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Careem reported a 12 per cent increase in taxi trips in Dubai during peak months, with active users rising by 10 per cent. In Ras Al Khaimah, trip volumes grew 11.3 per cent whilst user numbers increased by 15 per cent. Hala sees surge in rides, users Customer satisfaction maintained 4.9 out of 5, with 98 per cent of rated trips marked 'Good' or better. The service delivered a 93 per cent trip fulfilment rate and maintained an average estimated time of arrival under three minutes in peak areas. Hala expanded its fleet by 250 vehicles during H1, with 600 more planned for deployment. The company introduced four electric vehicle models, bringing the overall fleet to 90 per cent hybrid composition. Electric vehicle trips resulted in an estimated emissions reduction of 272.61 metric tons of CO₂e. Operational performance showed improvements across metrics. Customer contact rates dropped by 13 per cent, low-rated trips declined by 25 per cent, and cancellations fell by 17 per cent. These improvements followed initiatives including increased taxi supply, coordination with franchise partners, and customer experience enhancements such as hygiene standards and in-car fragrances through a partnership with Rituals. The company onboarded 2,600 new Captains during H1 with training across operational and service modules. More than 6,000 existing Captains completed refresher training focused on customer experience and ride quality. Khaled Nuseibeh, CEO of Hala, said: 'We're proud of the momentum achieved in H1, but more importantly, we remain focused on continuous improvement. These results reflect our commitment to raising the bar for mobility in every city we serve. Whether it's through Captain Care, listening to our riders, or investing in greener mobility, we are scaling in a way that is sustainable, responsive, and responsible.' The service operates through the Careem app and provides rides across Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. Growth reflects wider UAE mobility trends including tourism strength, rising domestic travel, and increased e-hailing adoption as complement to existing transport options. Captain well-being initiatives include development opportunities, safety and service training, support mechanisms for physical and mental well-being, recognition programmes for top performers, flexible scheduling, and financial support programmes.
Khaleej Times
12 hours ago
- Khaleej Times
Video: Unauthorised bikes, e-scooters are banned on UAE roads, police warn
Ajman Police on Tuesday issued an advisory asking riders of e-scooters and two-wheelers to follow rules on the road. The authority warned against the use of unauthorised electric bicycles and scooters. In a video shared by Ajman Police, multiple violations could be seen committed by different riders and motorists — including going the wrong way. Some of the violations that can be seen in the video are: riding without appropriate safety gear, going the wrong way on a one-way road and entering a road from an exit and even using a pedestrian crossing. Watch the video below: شرطة عجÙ�اÙ� Ø°Øذر Ù�Ù� اسذخداÙ� اÙ�دراجاذ Ù�اÙ�سÙ�Ù�ذراذ اÙ�Ù�Ù�ربائÙ�Ø© Ø°Ù�ر اÙ�Ù�ØµØ±Ø Ø¨Ù�ا عÙ�Ù� جÙ�Ù�ع طرÙ� اÙ�Ø¥Ù�ارةØ� ØÙ�اظاÙ� عÙ�Ù� سÙ�اÙ�Ø© Ù�سذخدÙ�Ù� اÙ�طرÙ�Ù�Ø� Ù�اÙ�Øد Ù�Ù� اÙ�ØÙ�ادث Ù�اÙ�Ù�خاÙ�Ù�اذ اÙ�Ù�اذجة عÙ� اسذخداÙ�Ù�ا. — â��ajmanpoliceghq (@ajmanpoliceghq) July 22, 2025 Authorities across the UAE repeatedly issue advisories to those who use two-wheelers to discourage violations and make sure they stay safe on the road. Recently, 19 motorcycles were recently impounded after delivery service regulations were violated by riders in Dubai, the Roads and Transport Authority said. The violations include failure to wear protective gear, reckless driving, and operating a motorcycle without the mandatory professional training certificate issued by the RTA, noted Ahmed Mahboob, CEO of Licensing Agency at RTA.
Arabian Business
12 hours ago
- Arabian Business
Dubai's RTA opens new driver training centre at Al Rowaiyah 3
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a driver training and licensing centre at Al Rowaiyah 3 (Sector No. 5), bringing the total number of RTA driver licensing service locations to 28. First Driving Centre operates the facility, which aims to improve service quality and accessibility across the emirate. The centre serves residents of the area and nearby communities. #RTA has approved a new centre for driver training and licensing services at Al Al Rowaiyah 3 (Sector No. 5). The step aligns with RTA's efforts to improve quality and accessibility of its services across the Emirate. Operated by First Driving Centre, the facility is designed to… — RTA (@rta_dubai) July 21, 2025 New RTA driver training centre opens The authority collaborated with First Driving Centre owners to ensure the facility meets licensing requirements with a refreshed identity and design that addresses customer expectations in appearance and on-site amenities. The centre has begun offering services including traffic file opening, training, theoretical and practical testing, and driving licence issuance for motorcycles and light vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions. Theoretical lectures are also available. Services will expand to cover heavy vehicles, buses, and mechanical equipment. Operating hours run from Monday to Thursday between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Friday hours are 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Saturday operations run from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The centre closes on Sundays, except for scheduled practical training sessions when applicable. The authority stated the opening 'represents a valuable addition to the driver training sector, aligned with the efforts of the Government of Dubai and RTA to streamline and enhance service delivery for customers.' The centre opening forms part of RTA's efforts to improve service quality and accessibility whilst meeting standards that define Dubai, according to the authority.
