Parking in Abu Dhabi is about to get a major upgrade. A new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered public parking system, launched this month by Abu Dhabi's public parking operator Q Mobility, is now live across several areas of the capital including Eastern Mangroves, Dolphin Park and others. The system promises to make parking payments smarter, faster, and completely hands-free.
In the select zones during this pilot phase, AI cameras installed at parking entrances and exits will automatically detect vehicles and handle payments directly. No need to open an app, scan a QR code, or send an SMS. The system integrates seamlessly with the Darb app and wallet, which is quickly becoming a must-have for drivers in Abu Dhabi.
The new AI-powered parking solution will help reduce waiting time at parking meters and also enable authorities to monitor parking violations more efficiently.
As more areas roll out the system, this tech-forward initiative could redefine urban mobility, offering a glimpse of what smart cities across the UAE might look like in the near future.