New Drivers Under 25 Could Face Restrictions Under Scheme Considered By Government

A new ‘graduated driving licence’ scheme is being considered by the government which could mean that drivers under the age of 25 from carrying young passengers in their vehicles. The news broke as the Transport Minister is set to consider the plan in a meeting with road safety experts and campaigners. It’s sparked a lot ... Read More

Smart Motorways: Cancellations Raise Questions Over Future Of Smart Motorway System

There is increasing pressure on the government over the safety of all-lane-running (ALR) smart motorways. The news comes as the government has cancelled plans for 14 new smart motorways, including three new schemes and 11 that were on pause. Government ministers said that the decision came because of a lack of public confidence in the ... Read More

New £47.5m Funding Announced for ‘Most Dangerous’ Roads in England

A new funding scheme worth £47.5 million has been announced by the government in a bid to improve road safety on some of England’s most dangerous roads. The news comes after the Safer Roads Fund announced the third round of funding. The Department for Transport (DfT) stated that the funding will help to deliver 27 ... Read More

Unmarked HGV Uncovers Hundreds Of Offences In Police Unsafe Driving Programme

A joint programme between the Police and National Highways has caught almost 700 drivers breaking the law in just one week. The week of action saw eight police forces travelling on the M1, Britain’s first motorway and one of its busiest routes today, on the lookout for unsafe driving. They travelled between Leeds and London ... Read More

When innovation and fate collide… with a tyre

  When you’re driving on the motorway, there are a million and one things to keep an eye out for. Drivers overtaking, hazards ahead, speed limit changes, your next exit… And flying tyres. Okay, so the last one seems a bit out there, but it can happen – as it did with a Kia Soul ... Read More

Fleets See Steep Rise In Vehicle Repair Costs

Fleets have experienced a steep rise in vehicle repair costs in recent years, with costs rising by 40% since 2018. The figures in a recent study highlight the rising cost of repairs, which is down to a multitude of factors. The average claim cost has risen by more than 10% each year, which has resulted ... Read More

Government Announces Additional £200m In Pothole Repair Funding

The government has announced an additional £200 million in funding for the 2023/4 tax year to help local authorities fix potholes on UK roads. Potholes have become a serious issue on the roads, impacting the safety of drivers and vehicles as more strain is put on the roads through increased traffic volumes. It’s hoped that ... Read More