Common driving test myths debunked
The DVSA has launched an improved and expanded version of its behavioural change campaign to improve learner drivers’ understanding of what it […]
Government urged to confront e-scooter issue
The Government is being urged to get on with legalising private e-scooters – if that’s what it’s minded to do – in […]
EU to introduce zero alcohol limit for novice drivers
The European Transport Safety Council has welcomed significant changes to EU rules on driving licences and cross-border enforcement of traffic offenses, which […]
LRSC announces partnership with TIER
The London Road Safety Council has joined forces with TIER, the world’s largest shared micro-mobility provider, to co-operate on safety issues in […]
Free workshops for mature drivers in rural Wales
Free driver theory refresher workshops are being offered to mature drivers in Powys who wish to improve their road knowledge and build […]
Project EDWARD: join the daily conversation
The Project EDWARD team has kicked off the year with an ambitious programme of social media engagement – and is looking for […]
Council’s wavy road marking scheme labelled ‘bizarre’
North Somerset Council has defended a scheme, which “creates an unconventional highway environment” in an effort to both slow traffic down and […]
Calls for limits on electric car charging rates
The Government must do more to keep the price of charging electric vehicles under control, particularly for those who can’t do so […]
New video shows value of alcohol interlocks
The value of alcohol interlocks for preventing drink-driving is highlighted in a new short film produced by the European Transport Safety Council. […]
Proposals to ensure MOTs remain ‘fit for the future’
The Department for Transport says planned changes to MOT testing will balance costs for motorists while ensuring road safety, keeping up with […]
Motorway safety trial results ‘disappointing’
National Highways says the results of a study, which used AI technology to detect seatbelt and mobile phone offences as drivers travelled […]
National Highways begins Red-X awareness programme
National Highways has upgraded enforcement cameras on smart motorways with the technology necessary to enable police to enforce Red X signals, to […]
Funding to create ‘national network of active travel experts’
Local authorities are to receive a share of nearly £33m to create skilled active travel workforces, as part of efforts to ‘make […]
2022 motorcycle statistics from the MCIA
Registration statistics for 2022 show the growing importance and key role the motorcycle sector will play as the transport ecosystem evolves. That’s […]
Warnings of return to pre-Covid casualty rates
Economic policies for appraising investment in travel are outdated,f according to a new report, published by the Road Safety Foundation. The report, […]
Rental e-scooter evaluation published
The DfT’s long-awaited evaluation into the ongoing trials of rental e-scooters has concluded that they could provide a real alternative to other […]
Call for reform to motorcycle licensing
The Government is being urged to carry out a full review of the existing motorcycle licencing regime, with claims it is impacting […]
Gloucestershire partnership relaunches
Efforts are being made to breathe new life into joint working and a shared commitment to reducing serious collisions and deaths on […]
Post-crash response project picks up top PMIRSA award
The 2022 Prince Michael Premier Award has been presented to a UK-based project which has the potential to change post-crash response and […]
20mph speed limit ‘could save Wales £100 million in first year’
The new 20mph default speed limit in Wales could save £100m in its first year as deaths and injuries are reduced, according […]
Safety advice for drivers during darker days
Road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging all road users to see and be seen through the coming winter months. The […]
Roadside breath test figures ‘lowest on record’
New statistics show the number of motorists breathalysed in England and Wales fell to a record low in 2021. The Home Office […]
Keep novice drivers out of truck cabs, says IAM
Government plans that could see novice drivers being allowed to drive lorries have been condemned by IAM RoadSmart. A recent government consultation […]
Time for action on seat belts, says PACTS
A combination of practical and inexpensive actions by the Government could dramatically reduce the number of people killed in crashes while not […]
Drivers confused about autonomous cars
Thatcham Research is calling on stakeholders to come together to instil trust in automation, on the back of a survey showing a […]
Details of Young Driver Focus 2023 announced
Organisers of Young Driver Focus have revealed a new format for 2023, as they look to take the well-established event to the […]
E-scooter Christmas present warning
The Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership has joined with Guide Dogs to urge the public not to buy e-scooters this Christmas. It remains […]
Speed limits there “to protect all road users”
A report issued today by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) shows nearly 100,000 speeding offences were detected during a three-week operation […]
Electric cars to be subject to vehicle tax from 2025
The chancellor’s recent Autumn Statement announced that electric cars, vans and motorcycles will pay road taxes from April 2025. At present, they […]
DfT confirms latest ministerial briefs
Richard Holden has been appointed as the DfT’s new roads minister, also assuming responsibility for local transport, the DVLA and the DVSA. […]
