Abu Dhabi removes minimum speed limit on E311

Abu Dhabi has removed the minimum speed limit of 120kmph on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road (E311) in a bid to improve road safety and enhance traffic flow.

In a post on its official social media handle, Abu Dhabi Mobility explained that the move also aims to "support the smoother movement of heavy vehicles".

The maximum speed limit remains at 140kph and motorists are being urged to drive safely.

As part of continued efforts to improve road safety and support the smoother movement of heavy vehicles, the minimum speed limit system on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Road (E311) has been lifted … pic.twitter.com/ojQi53M0Mf

— أبوظبي للتنقل | AD Mobility (@ad_mobility) April 14, 2025

The minimum speed limit on E311 was introduced in May 2023. It had applied to the outer two lanes on the left, in both directions, with drivers dropping below the minimum speed on the designated lanes facing fines of Dh400.