Abu Dhabi E311 Speed Limit Cut To 100 km/h With Zero Tolerance
Abu Dhabi Mobility has changed the speed limit on the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Road (E311). Drivers must follow these key updates starting September 14, 2026.
- New speed limit: Reduced from 120 km/h to 100 km/h on both directions.
- Affected area: From At Turoush Street/Tawi Al Qaymah Street junction to Al Khayr Street interchange.
- Zero tolerance: No grace buffer allowed, fines apply for any speed over the limit.
New Speed Limit Details
Effective Monday, September 14, 2026, Abu Dhabi Mobility, formerly the Integrated Transport Center, has reduced the speed limit on a significant segment of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Road (E311) from 120 km/h to 100 km/h. This change applies to both directions of travel. According to the official map released by Abu Dhabi Mobility on September 11, 2026, the new speed limit covers the section from the At Turoush Street/Tawi Al Qaymah Street junction to the Al Khayr Street interchange, encompassing areas near Al Shamkhah, Madinat Al Riyadh, and Baniyas Cemetery.
Zero Tolerance And Fines
Abu Dhabi maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding speed limits, which has been in effect since 2018. Unlike Dubai and Sharjah, which often allow for a 20 km/h grace buffer, drivers in Abu Dhabi are subject to fines for any speed exceeding the posted limit. Consequently, traveling at 101 km/h in a 100 km/h zone constitutes a traffic violation. Motorists entering Abu Dhabi from Dubai are advised to adjust their speeds immediately upon crossing the border to avoid penalties. Speeding fines in Abu Dhabi range from AED 300 to AED 3,000. In cases of severe violations, such as exceeding the limit by more than 80 km/h, drivers face 23 black points, the impoundment of their vehicle for 60 days, and additional fees. As of 2026, the Abu Dhabi Police continue an early-payment program, which offers a 35% discount on certain fines if paid within 60 days. Authorities have advised commuters—including those in the education, medical, and construction sectors—to strictly follow new road signage, adjust adaptive cruise control settings, and prepare for potential traffic delays caused by ongoing road work on the E11 corridor. This update follows an April 2025 adjustment to the E311, where a minimum speed requirement of 120 km/h was removed to better manage heavy vehicle traffic. Sources for this report include Abu Dhabi Mobility, The National, Gulf News, and Khaleej Times.