The Integrated Transport Centre announces the executive regulations for the hourly rental of vehicles

Abu Dhabi: The Integrated Transport Centre of the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi announced the executive regulations for the hourly rental of vehicles in the emirate. The executive regulations will comprise of the conditions and disciplines that regulate the hourly rental service. It also covers the obligations of the operating entities and users of this service, as well as the violations and fines imposed in the event of non-compliance according to the provisions contained within these regulations and the executive decisions issued thereunder.

The legislation defined the vehicle rental service as renting a vehicle within the emirate for a specified fee and for a period not exceeding six hours per day. The service will be provided by authorized service providers using the smart applications.

The Integrated Transport Centre will undertake tasks related to issuing the necessary permits and approvals for entities wishing to practice this activity, organizing work in this sector as well as monitoring and supervising the implementation of the executive regulations provisions and guaranteeing conformity.

The hourly rental service of vehicles is an exceptional addition to the transport and rental system in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, since it contributes to diversifying mobility options and providing alternative means of transport with high efficiency and reasonable prices that meet the needs and requirements of different segments of users, being an ideal solution for many.

Conditions for practicing the hourly rental service of vehicles

According to the resolution issued by the Department of Municipalities and Transport in regards to the executive regulations for the hourly rental of vehicles, it is prohibited for any entity or person to engage in this activity without obtaining prior approval from the Department of Economic Development and permission from the Integrated Transport Centre while observing the requirements and procedures for issuing the permit.

It is also prohibited to practice this activity except by vehicles licensed to do so from the Integrated Transport Centre and within the authorized areas, all the while maintaining periodic maintenance records of the vehicle. The service must be provided under a concession contract, which stipulates the rights and obligations of both parties - the entity seeking to engage in this activity and the ITC. Moreover, the practice permit must be renewed within (30) days from the date of its expiry.

Hourly Rental Service of Vehicles User Obligations

According to the resolution issued on the implementation of the executive regulations for the hourly rental of vehicles, the vehicle user is obliged to carry a recognized driving license, register in the smart application of the authorized operating entity, adhere to the legislation and laws regulating traffic in the emirate, and operate the vehicle in accordance with the contract concluded between them and the operating entity. Additionally, concerned authorities must be informed of any items found in the vehicle, noting that the vehicle must only be driven by the registered user.

The decision specifies the fines that will be imposed on anyone who violates the provisions of the executive regulations and clarifies the mechanism and measures required to apply for grievances and objections to fines. For more information on the executive regulations, its clauses, provisions, conditions and the schedule of violations, please visit the website of the Integrated Transport Centre www.itc.gov.ae.

It is worth highlighting that the hourly rental service of vehicles is a smart service that enables customers, through a smart application installed on mobile phones, to identify the closest available rental car, and then drive and pay according to their usage. This service is in line with the efforts undertaken to substantiate an integrated and sustainable transport network in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, which aims at providing premium services that are easy and accessible to users.

This service acts as an encouragement to society, motivating users towards using smart transport methods and contributing to the reduction of private vehicles possession, which in turn, reduces traffic congestion and maintains a clean environment. It is also an opportunity for visitors, tourists, and businessmen, to move from one place to another in the emirate with ease.

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About the Integrated Transport Centre in Abu Dhabi:

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) has been established pursuant to the law issued by H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in his capacity as the ruler of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, on November 2016, in amendment of Law no. 19 of 2006 regarding Taxi regulation in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. ITC is affiliated with the Department of Municipalities and Transport and is supervised by it.

ITC is the responsible entity for operating public transport and managing parking spaces, traffic monitoring centres, axle weights stations, logistical facilities of freight surface transport and roads sector according to the approved transport plans in which improves the quality of services offered in the sector. In addition to supporting the efforts dedicated by Abu Dhabi Government to accomplish a balanced and comprehensive development that nurtures an intelligent, integrated and sustainable transport sector in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

For more information or inquiries, please contact:
Batool Nabhani
Chief Media Coordinator - Media Affairs Division
Integrated Transport Centre in Abu Dhabi
Email: batool.nabhani@itc.gov.ae 

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