Saudi Arabia's Famous 'Sidewalk Skiing, Drifting'
Aria Murphy
Published Mar 29, 2026
Written by Sally Shakkour
Drifting has become such a big phenomenon amidst youths in Saudi Arabia. The government has increased penalties, such as traffic fines through stricter legislation in order to stamp out this dangerous form of driving which has become widespread among Saudi youths. One form is "driving on two wheels" which involves balancing a car on its side while the vehicle is in motion.