Thursday, August 31, 2023
Saudi Moroor warns Vehicle drivers and Truck drivers of all these violations
The General Directorate of Traffic (Moroor) in Saudi Arabia warned against using cell phones while driving whether it is for making calls or sending messages or doing something else. Follow Saudi Expatriates on Google News
The Saudi Moroor through its official X (Twitter) handle said that, in order to ensure the safe driving and that the driver of the vehicle reach to his destination safely, he must postpone using mobile phone for calls and sending messages.
- The Traffic administration further stated that, exchanging text messages using WhatsApp or making phone calls while driving on the roads leads to the distraction of the drivers from driving and it may expose them to the dangers of accidents.
- Earlier this, the General Traffic Department has warned of a fine that will be imposed on vehicle drivers, if they do not give priority to the pedestrians. Trending : Sleeping pods at Riyadh Airport
- The Saudi Moroor added that, failing to give priority to pedestrians while crossing the lanes designated to them, will result in a fine of range 100 to 150 riyals.
- The authority said that, pedestrians have priority over traffic in places designated for their safety.
- Previously, Saudi Moroor warned drivers against leaving the steering wheel while driving for any reason.
- The Traffic administration in Saudi Arabia highlighted that, it is necessary to give a turn signal before changing the lines in the Kingdom. As it helps other drivers to avoid the risk of collision. Most Viewed : Penalty for trespassing public property in Saudi Arabia
- This steps gives the car driver the opportunity to move and gives those around him the opportunity to respond.
Truck ban time from entering into Riyadh :
The General Traffic Department in Riyadh has set times for preventing trucks form entering into Riyadh, which will be applied at specific times throughout the week. While on Friday and Saturdy it differ from the rest of the days of the week.
- Trucks prohibited from entering Riyadh's King Fahd Road, highlighting that the violators of it will be automatically monitored and calling truck drivers to use designated roads. Read : Saudi Arabia launches master plan to be Global Logistical Hub
Fridays and Saturdays :
* General ban on all trucks except service trucks from 2 PM to 2 AM.
* Special ban on service trucks from 4 PM to 10 PM.
Sunday to Thursday :
* General ban on all trucks except service trucks from 6 AM to 11 PM.
* Special ban for service trucks from 6 AM to 9 AM.
* The second period of truck ban times in Riyadh from 3 PM to 6 PM. Video : Jabal Al-Qarah in Al Ahsa
