Watch: Speeding Car Flips After Colliding With Van In Sharjah

A traffic accident unfolded at a road divider in Sharjah when a white van, attempting a turn, failed to notice a speeding black car approaching.

Footage shared by Sharjah Police on Friday (January 2) shows the black car colliding with the van with such force that it flipped over. The impact also pushed the van toward the curb, narrowly missing a cyclist riding in the opposite direction. The cyclist managed to leap off the bike just in time, avoiding serious injury.

The black car collided with the van with such force that it flipped over. The white van was then pushed toward the curb, narrowly missing a cyclist riding in the opposite direction. The cyclist managed to jump off the bike just in time, avoiding what could have been a serious injury.

Check out the video below, as Shared by Sharjah Police:

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of speeding and distracted driving. Residents are always urged to remain vigilant at dividers, intersections, and roundabouts. Meanwhile, pedestrians and cyclists are advised to stick to designated lanes and follow traffic rules to avoid similar near-misses.

UAE authorities have repeatedly warned that reckless driving - including speeding, swerving, or deliberately flouting traffic rules - poses a serious threat to lives and road safety.

In 2025, Sharjah introduced steep release fees for impounded vehicles. For reckless driving or offences such as riding motorcycles in restricted areas, vehicle owners must pay Dh20,000 to secure the release of an impounded vehicle. In cases of driving without a licence, the release fee rises to Dh30,000.

Abu Dhabi and Dubai have already implemented a Dh50,000 fine for reckless driving. In Ras Al Khaimah, penalties can reach up to Dh20,000, along with a three-month vehicle impoundment. If fines are unpaid and vehicles remain unclaimed after three months, they are auctioned.

These stringent measures aim to enhance road safety and deter reckless driving across the UAE.

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