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Supercars UAE: drift, burnout, launch control fines

DZDubai guide to official Dubai penalties and why drift, burnout, and launch control are strongly discouraged on public roads.

By Editorial TeamPublished 2026-02-15Reading time 5 min
Supercars UAE: drift, burnout, launch control fines

At DZDubai, the framework is clear: on public roads in the United Arab Emirates, drift, burnout and launch control are strongly discouraged. Even with a recent supercar, these maneuvers can be qualified as dangerous driving depending on the facts observed.

Here is the essential thing for a tenant: what is targeted by the authorities, the official amounts in Dubai, and the concrete reflexes to avoid costs and downtime.

In brief

Key takeaways

On UAE public roads, drifting, burnout and launch control are high risk behaviors.
In Dubai, certain offenses result in administrative impound.
The release can reach 10,000, 50,000 or 100,000 AED depending on the qualification.
In the event of a repeat offense within 1 year, the release may be doubled (ceiling 200,000 AED).
At DZDubai, priority is given to smooth, predictable driving that complies with local code.

1) What the authorities aim for on public roads

Qualification is based on observed behavior, not stated intent. In practice:

  • Drift: voluntary loss of grip, often when turning.
  • Burnout: voluntary slippage when starting, with potential loss of control.
  • Launch control: very aggressive start on an open road, which can be interpreted as a danger.

Even on a road that appears clear, these actions remain risky for other users and for you as a tenant.


2) Official amounts in Dubai: what to remember

In Dubai, these are often release fees after administrative impound, which may be added to other sanctions. The final amount depends on the qualification retained by the police.

  • 100,000 AED: in particular for road racing without authorization.
  • 50,000 AED: in particular for dangerous driving, red light, falsified or hidden plates.
  • 10,000 AED: in particular for modifications increasing speed/noise, fleeing the police, stunts linked to races.
  • Repeat offense within 1 year: double release, ceiling at 200,000 AED.

3) Why is it so strict in the UAE

The UAE applies a firm policy of road safety and deterrence. Dubai is also perceived as a very safe and heavily monitored city, with radars, cameras and digital control. For a tenant, this increases the probability of detection in the event of an extreme maneuver.


4) Concrete impact for a DZDubai customer

  • Risk of immobilization of the vehicle and blocking of your schedule.
  • Risk of high costs linked to the procedure and the incident.
  • Waste of time, administrative stress, degraded stay.
  • Direct impact on your experience, even if the maneuver only lasts a few seconds.

At DZDubai, the goal is a frictionless premium experience: enjoying the supercar, without getting into avoidable situations.


5) Reflexes recommended for riding peacefully

  • Accelerate gradually, especially when exiting traffic lights, toll booths or parking lots.
  • Avoid any performance demonstration in urban and tourist areas.
  • Respect limitations, lanes and safety distances.
  • If you want to test the vehicle's limits, do so only within an authorized setting.
  • When in doubt, always choose the safest option.


Official Sources

For the most up-to-date information on driving regulations and requirements, consult these official resources:

  • Dubai Legislation - Decree No. 30 of 2023
  • Dubai Legislation - Administrative Resolution No. 1 of 2024
  • Dubai Police - Awareness Campaign on Amended Traffic Law
  • RTA Dubai - Smart Screening of Paid Public Parking

Conclusion

At DZDubai, renting a supercar should remain a controlled pleasure. On UAE public roads: no drift, no burnout, no launch control demonstration. Clean driving protects your budget, your time and your stay.

In Dubai, as across the United Arab Emirates, on public roads, drift/drifting, intentional wheelspin (burnout), donuts, street racing, and hard standing starts (launch control) are prohibited and may lead to fines, black points, and vehicle impoundment. These practices are neither allowed by rental terms nor covered by insurance.

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FAQ - Supercars and extreme maneuvers in the UAE

Is launch control on an empty road acceptable?

On public roads, this is strongly discouraged. Depending on the facts found, this may be qualified as dangerous driving.

A short drift for a video, is the risk real?

Yes. Even brief, this behavior can result in heavy penalties, with immobilization and significant costs.