The holiday season is upon us, which means it’s a time for celebration, joy, and spending time with loved ones. But it’s also a time when the roads are busy, and it can be especially dangerous. With the hustle and bustle of the festive season as we all rush around trying to get ready for ... Read More
When you’re on a long, monotonous drive, there’s nothing better than sticking the vehicle into cruise control. I’ll be honest, I’m always a bit sceptical about it but it’s never steered me wrong (pardon the pun), so I remain a big fan. But this story of a Chinese driver might just make me think twice ... Read More
You’ve probably heard about the various strikes, delays, and pressure on Christmas shopping as deadlines for delivery by the big day are set earlier than ever. Of course, part of that pressure is down to a backlog in deliveries with Royal Mail, but it’s added pressure to many fleets who might be waiting on key ... Read More
At this time of year, kids start looking up to the sky in the hope of spotting a red, magical vehicle flying over the chimneys in the distance. But it’s still a bit early for that, and I’m keeping my feet firmly on the ground for now. I’m not searching for reindeer, you see. But ... Read More
A recent survey has asked drivers about their feelings on smart motorways, with half of those polled saying that they avoid using ‘lane one’ on all lane running (ALR) smart motorways. All lane running smart motorways have been a hot topic amongst drivers, road safety experts, and fleet owners for some time – since they ... Read More
A black-tie event is a great excuse to get dressed up, have a few drinks, and celebrate. And at this time of year, there are plenty of award ceremonies, Christmas parties, and all sorts of events. But as the roads get busier in December, being safe on the roads should be more important than ever… ... Read More
New data has revealed that more than 200 breakdowns a day were caused by damage inflicted by potholes in November. If you’ve driven on any road in the UK, you’ve probably encountered a pothole. They’re caused by a multitude of factors, including water freezing and then expanding into small cracks, causing the road surface to ... Read More
The latest data has revealed that court cases for offences including drug driving, dangerous driving, and speeding hit record highs in 2021. A sharp spike in offences followed a much lower rate in 2020 when the pandemic saw road usage drop and traffic levels at their lowest for decades. But following the return to ... Read More
The latest data from the Department for Transport (DfT) has revealed that one-third of all local roads in England need maintenance or repair. It will come as no surprise to anyone who regularly uses B and C-roads around the country, with 6% being categorised as ‘red’, which means maintenance work should be considered. The other ... Read More
Drivers could face penalty points for not wearing their seatbelts while driving in new laws set to be discussed by the government. The change seeks to address a serious safety issue with 30% of all fatalities on the road in the UK in 2021 involving occupants of a vehicle not wearing their seatbelts. It was ... Read More