Video: New UAE driving licence system tested on Dubai roads

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Video: New UAE driving licence system tested on Dubai roads

Dubai - It is the first of its kind in the world.

Taking driving licence examinations will now become more transparent and automated following the successful test run of 'Smart Track' system for testing applicants of driving licenses, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Monday.
'Smart Track' system is an integration of other systems, including the smart yard test to measure the parking abilities of an examinee, as well the centralised training systems.
According to Abdullah Al Ali, CEO of RTA's Licensing Agency: "The use of advanced technologies in the smart testing system, such as the facial recognition, is not restricted to examinees only, but also includes examiners, thus marks a massive addition to transparency through the total elimination of mistaken identity."

We have started the test-run of the 'Smart Track' system for testing applicants of driving licenses in Dubai. The successful trial took place today at one of RTA's drivers testing centres. For more details, visit: https://t.co/SbbbYqP4lh pic.twitter.com/HhqYiKY00K
- RTA (@rta_dubai) July 15, 2019

"The smart system is part of driver-testing automation process as it provides an integrated link with an array of smart solutions such as advanced telematics, smart video recording systems, smart sensors and other sophisticated smart technologies," he explained.
The Smart Track system will also enable the follow-up of testing processes.
Al Ali said about 250 light and heavy vehicles, as well as light and heavy buses, have been fitted with the system that is compatible with the 5G Networks.
"The system can transmit data to a driver powered by artificial intelligence (AI) technology for analysing driving behaviour.
Accordingly, customized and specific retraining programmes can be developed and tailored to trainees who could not pass their driver license tests, which in turn will bring about a remarkable improvement in the quality of drivers testing processes," he explained.
RTA said it will also develop a smart app for road testing and link it with telematics solution to improve operational efficiency and traffic safety
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