Top 10 Most Costly Car Accidents in UAE
Top 10 Most Costly Car Accidents in UAE
The UAE's roads are among the most modern and well-maintained globally. It's among the top 10 countries for the best road quality in the world as per the Global Economy Forum. The requirements and training to get a driving license in the UAE are also among the toughest globally. Despite such high standards of quality and safety, accidents happen, and the UAE has seen some of the most expensive traffic accidents in the world.
These are the top 10 costliest reported car accidents in the UAE based on financial value. These reports highlight how expensive accidents can get, and the importance of buying car insurance. In all these cases the Vehicles were insured, thanks to the laws of the UAE which compulsorily require vehicles to be insured.
10. 2015 Sports Car Collision, Dubai
Costing AED 3.5+ million, A collision between two high-performance sports cars caused extensive damage to road barriers and infrastructure. The cars were speeding and crashed into each other on Al Wasl Road, Dubai. As reported by news sources. The incident occurred in January 2015
9. 2022 Multi-Vehicle Luxury Collision
The fatal incident took place on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road in October 2022, where a five-vehicle pileup involving two luxury cars resulted in the massive cost of AED 4+ million. The damage was also caused to road infrastructure as well.
8. 2017 Construction Vehicle Incident
In Dubai Industrial City, a collision involving a heavy equipment transporter led to significant infrastructure damage. The construction vehicle collided and tipped over a structure which led to damage to many other vehicles and equipment. The total estimated damage was over AED 4.5 million as reported by RTA Annual Report 2017.
7. 2021 Showroom Vehicle Fire
Due to a malfunction in its main electrical unit, a brand new car caught fire. As there were multiple vehicles on the premises, they all set ablaze including the property. The total cost of this amounted to over AED 5 million. As reported by the National News
6. 2018 School Transport Accident
A school bus collided with multiple private and public vehicles on Abu Dhabi - Al Ain Road, incurring significant damage and liability costs. There were no passengers on the bus, and no injuries were reported in the incident. The overall damage caused amounted to AED 6+ million as per the Abu Dhabi Police Statistics 2018
5. 2020 Hazmat Transport Collision
In 2020, in the Industrial Area of Sharjah, around Sharjah Cricket Stadium, a hazardous materials transporter was involved in an accident. The hazardous material spilled over, requiring environmental cleanup and causing long-term road closures. Due to this, the cost was AED 7+ million.
4. 2016 Emirates Road Pileup
A massive 23-vehicle collision on Emirates Road, Dubai, resulted in extensive damage to vehicles and infrastructure. This involved several luxury cars as well as regular cars and commercial vehicles. As per RTA’s Dubai Annual Report 2016, the total cost of the incident is estimated to be around AED 8+ million.
3. 2019 Dubai-Muscat Bus Accident
A bus carrying 31 passengers was involved in a tragic accident, leading to the involvement of multiple other vehicles. The incident took place on the Dubai-Muscat route and approximate costs were around AED 10 million as per sources.
2. 2013 Supercar Collision
In 2013, a supercar pileup involving Ferraris and Lamborghinis on Sheikh Zayed Road.Dubai. The cars were involved in a high-speed collision leading to total loss and complete write-offs of the luxury vehicles involved. Damage was also caused to road infrastructure and other vehicles. The approximate damage cost was AED 12 million.
1. 2008 Abu Dhabi Fog Disaster
In 2008, on the Abu Dhabi-Dubai motorway near Ghantoo, thick fog set in during peak hours causing a pile-up of over 200 vehicles. It is one of The largest traffic accidents in UAE history. Apart from the damage, there were also many fatalities reported. The estimated overall damage for the accident is AED 25+ million making it one of the most expensive accidents in the UAE. Gulf News covers the complete story of this incident.
Key Statistics
- Total cost of top 10 accidents: AED 85+ million
- Average cost per incident: AED 8.5 million
- Highest single incident cost: AED 25+ million
- Most common location: Dubai and Abu Dhabi (40% of major incidents)
Why should you buy car insurance?
This article highlights the varied cost’ involved in motor accidents in different situations. These incidents can occur due to various reasons, such as human error or natural causes, and their associated costs can quickly escalate. Whether it’s a minor fender bender or significant damage caused by unforeseen events, the expenses can add up to substantial amounts.
Buying car insurance is a wise decision, as the probability of an accident or mishap exists whether you’re parked or driving. Gulf Insurance Group (GIG) provides a wide range of motor insurance solutions tailored to your needs across the UAE. Offering comprehensive car Insurance, providing premium protection for your vehicle, and Third-Party Car Insurance, offering an affordable yet reliable option for basic coverage.
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