Mobility is an essential factor in Dubai, where the constant population growth and the arrival of expatriates have made this destination a cosmopolitan place. The authorities of Dubai are focused on making this location a space where traffic is not a problem, and transportation is accessible to everyone while also meeting ecological standards.
With this clear objective, an innovative transportation system has been presented that promises to forever change mobility in the city. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of the emirate officially announced the arrival of the Rail Bus, a 3D-printed vehicle that meets all the requirements to be a sustainable and cutting-edge car. A necessary innovation in a continuously expanding Dubai.
What is the Rail Bus, Dubai’s new acquisition
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of the emirate confirmed the launch of the Rail Bus, a means of transportation that will revolutionize Dubai’s system. This car is in the development phase and features some details aimed at environmental care and emissions reduction. As announced, this bus will be automatic and powered by solar energy.
Although the Rail Bus is currently under development, a prototype is on display at the 2025 World Government Summit, held in Madinat Jumeirah. From what can be seen, this prototype features an exterior design in gold and black colors. Its interior has orange seats and can accommodate 40 people while being equipped for people with disabilities.
More details about the Rail Bus, the transport that will revolutionize Dubai
With the goal of becoming the greenest city in the world, Dubai continues to invest in developments of this nature to improve residents’ quality of life as well as ensure eco-friendly mobility. For this reason, the presentation of the Rail Bus is significant, and its amenities will help facilitate citizens’ accessibility to various parts of Dubai. Among its amenities, this vehicle will feature information screens about weather, traffic conditions, and different stops.
The Rail Bus will facilitate movement during peak traffic hours and connect directly with other modes of transport. The unique feature of this vehicle is that it will travel on elevated tracks, which will be built in the future. This bus will reach speeds of up to 100 km/h and have dimensions of 2.9 meters in height by 11.5 meters in length. Its official launch date is yet to be confirmed.
Autonomy, Dubai’s plan for 2030
The ambitions within Dubai not only involve growth in the real estate or oil industries but also aim to establish itself as an efficient, smart, and eco-friendly city. Recent construction projects focus on green and environmentally friendly systems. For this reason, mobility is no exception, and the presentation of the Rail Bus aligns with national strategies like the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 and the Autonomous Transportation Strategy 2030.
Transportation systems are leaning towards intelligent mechanisms, which is why Dubai is also focusing on the implementation of flying taxis, developed by companies like Volocopter and SkyDrive, aiming to reduce travel times within the city. In addition, autonomous cars are part of the plan, and the city aspires that by 2030 all these vehicles will belong to this system. To this trend must also be added the Hyperloop, a mechanism using magnetically levitated capsules to travel at speeds exceeding 1000 km/h.
