Abu Dhabi is world’s least traffic-congested capital

Marisa Martinez Tarran / Shutterstock

Abu Dhabi has been ranked as the world’s least congested capital city according to the TomTom Traffic Index for 2021.

It’s based on the annual survey of 416 cities in 57 countries by the global navigation services company.

The ranking takes into account a combination of criteria, including the rate of traffic congestion at intersections and streets at various times during the day, including peak hours.

The study also analysed the number of traffic lights and their programming and contribution to the development of traffic flow in cities, in addition to examining the quality of traffic light systems in terms of their long-term viability and weather resistance.

Abu Dhabi recorded 11 per cent congestion level, reflecting the impact of the integrated traffic management plan implemented by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT).

The department’s strategy involved enhancing operational efficiency, improving road assets and infrastructure, and increasing the number of options and modes of public transportation.

“We’ve always followed a long-term strategy and taken a proactive approach to the future, focusing on responding to residents’ needs. TomTom’s new ranking serves as an encouragement to continue accomplishing DMT’s strategic goals,” said Falah Al Ahbabi, Chairman of DMT.

#AbuDhabi ranks as the world’s least traffic-congested capital city in 2021, according to annual results issued by mapping company TomTom, reflecting positive outcomes from @AbuDhabiDMT and @ITCAbuDhabi’s integrated plans to deliver further convenience to the emirate’s residents. pic.twitter.com/IupyCmdDXN

— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@admediaoffice) May 27, 2022

More from Local News

• One of Dubai’s oldest ‘not for profit’ schools gets privatised

  Parents at Jebel Ali School, which was established in 1977, were informed on Friday that the school has been sold to the Taleem Group, an education provider in the UAE.

• Zoom users warned of security flaw

  The UAE’s telecoms regulator has warned users of a security flaw in the video-conferencing platform, Zoom.

• Abu Dhabi gears up for single-use plastic bag ban

  Plans are well underway in Abu Dhabi to ban single-use plastic bags from June 1.

• Why expats must use certified movers to avoid delays & drama

  Expats in the UAE are being reminded to use only certified movers while planning their relocation after a former resident took to social media to flag a company for stalling the shipment of her belongings.

• UAE launches region’s first waste-to-feed project

  The region’s first project that upcycles organic waste into high-quality products, has been launched in the UAE.

• 403 new COVID-19 cases in UAE

  The UAE has confirmed 403 new cases of COVID-19 from 236,283 tests in the past 24 hours.

• New interest-free home loans for UAE nationals approved

  The UAE government has approved interest-free housing loans for its citizens.

• Revealed: Top causes of UAE road accidents

  The majority of traffic accidents in the UAE last year were caused due to sudden swerving, failing to maintain a safe distance and distracted driving.

• Watch: ‘Poison Stones’ gang busted in Abu Dhabi

  A four-member gang who hid 600,000 Captagon pills inside concrete slabs has been arrested in Abu Dhabi.

• Premium number plates up for grab at Dubai auction

  If you would like to get your hands on fancy car number plates, some special ones are heading your way.

• UAE assessing situation after detecting first Monkeypox case

  The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention has called on people to take the necessary precautions against Monkeypox even though the chances of human-to-human transmission are relatively low.

• 395 new COVID-19 cases in UAE

  The UAE has confirmed 395 new cases of COVID-19 from 252,836 tests in the past 24 hours.

• UAE offers condolences over flood victims in India and Bangladesh

  The UAE has expressed its solidarity with India and Bangladesh as they grapple with the imapct of floods.

• Abu Dhabi launches whistleblower platform to report corruption

  A whistleblowing platform has been launched in Abu Dhabi for the public to report financial and administrative corruption in the emirate.

• Dusty conditions across UAE set to clear tonight

  Dusty conditions across the UAE is set to clear by late Wednesday, the weather bureau confirmed.

• 373 new COVID-19 cases in UAE

  The UAE has confirmed 373 new cases of COVID-19 from 238,458 tests in the past 24 hours.

• UAE confirms first case of Monkeypox

  The UAE has confirmed the first case of Monkeypox in the country.

• Watch: Dust storm sweeps over Abu Dhabi skyline

  A dust storm swept across most regions of the UAE on Tuesday, as predicted by the weather bureau.

• Here’s how UAE firms can get discounts on work permit fees

  A new classification system is being introduced for private establishments in the UAE, based on their commitment to the country’s labour regulations.

• Residents return as Abu Dhabi gas explosion site cleared

  The site of a gas cylinder explosion in Abu Dhabi has been cleared of debris and the residents of buildings in the vicinity are gradually being allowed to return to their homes.