3,997 accidents were recorded between 2021 and 2024 causing damages exceeding Dh17 million Last updated: May 15, 2026 | 14:11 The UAE has achieved global recognition in road quality, ranking fifth worldwide, but traffic congestion and accident risks continue to pose a challenge requiring greater coordination between authorities. Supplied Dubai: Nearly 4,000 accidents were recorded on UAE federal roads over a four-year period due to four forms of negative driving behaviour, according to a parliamentary report that warned human conduct remains one of the biggest obstacles to traffic flow and road safety despite the country’s world-class infrastructure. The report, issued by the Constitutional, Legislative and Appeals Affairs Committee at the Federal National Council, revealed that 3,997 accidents were recorded between 2021 and 2024, causing damages exceeding Dh17 million. Get updated faster and for  FREE : Download the  Gulf News  app now - simply  click here .…