Road Safety

14th February 2023

Dubai relaunches plans for flying taxis by 2026

Many of us catch taxis on a regular basis, but would you sit in a flying taxi? Some of us hoped flying cars would exist by […]
9th February 2023

UK speed limits – the ultimate guide

Live or drive in Manchester? You might notice traffic slowing down in the area as the speed limit is set to be reduced. In an attempt […]
31st January 2023

Drivers call for heavier punishment for not following seatbelt laws

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was recently fined by police for taking off his seatbelt to film a social media video in a moving car. As a […]
26th January 2023

Drivers are spending around three hours a year defrosting their car windscreen

On cold, frosty mornings, the last thing many of us want to do is defrost our windscreen. It’s a task no one looks forward to, and […]
23rd January 2023

Six ways to stay safe when driving in foggy conditions | 1st Central

Snow, ice, and now fog. The UK has been hit by freezing weather conditions lately, but have you been staying safe on the roads? With a […]
17th January 2023

Experts warn that drivers could soon see more potholes on local roads

Fed up with potholes on local roads? We’ve got bad news for you unfortunately, as motoring experts warn that their numbers are likely to rise. From […]
22nd December 2022

Families urged to drive home for Christmas early as National Highways strikes hit

National Highways staff walk out today, kick-starting the holiday travel chaos. Staff in charge of keeping traffic flowing and managing incidents on the UK’s biggest roads […]
20th December 2022

Effectiveness of smart motorway safety technology being called into question

Smart motorways were designed to increase capacity and reduce congestion during busy road times. Methods like using the hard shoulder as a running lane and variable […]
15th December 2022

Drivers warned not to drive the morning after heavy drinks

Do you want to make sure you’re always driving responsibly? For your own safety, and the safety of other road users, drivers should remember not to […]
14th December 2022

Roads to avoid during Christmas as millions prepare for holiday journeys

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…and the busiest. UK roads are soon to be heaving with traffic as families travel to spend Christmas with […]
8th December 2022

Urgent warning to drivers of sub-zero temperatures

The Met Office has issued an urgent weather warning to Brits of impending ice and snow, with temperatures expected to drop to -10°C.  As per The […]
1st December 2022

Are you covered with fully comprehensive car insurance?

Is your car covered in the event of an accident? You are legally obliged to have a car insurance policy in the UK, but there are […]
22nd November 2022

Drivers face £1,000 fine for not following lights rule during bad weather | 1st Central

Welcome to Britain, where the winter days are short, dark, and cold. Driving during this time can be a challenge for many. The dark presents great […]
17th November 2022

Would you fail your driving test if you took it today?

A new survey shows a shocking 80% of drivers would fail their driving test if taken today, thanks to years of bad driving habits. The findings […]
8th November 2022

10 medical conditions the DVLA needs to know about | 1st Central

Do you suffer from diabetes or vertigo? According to research by Quotezone, some medical conditions could prevent drivers from legally taking to the road or invalidate […]
3rd November 2022

Cost of living crisis has young drivers delaying car repairs

Is your vehicle roadworthy? A new RAC study shows 37% of young drivers are avoiding car repairs in an attempt to save money during the cost […]
27th October 2022

Winter warning: DVLA calls drivers to take the number plate eyesight test

As we turn back the clocks to save daylight, we gain an extra hour of sleep. But unfortunately, face more time driving on dark roads. With […]
25th October 2022

DVLA warns drivers to check expiry date of driving licence

Still remember the moment you got your driving licence? It may have been your first step towards independence, but how many times have you looked at […]
19th October 2022

Supply chain issues causing car repair delays

Been involved in a car accident recently and need to get your vehicle repaired? Well, you may be faced with a long wait time. Issues with […]
11th October 2022

Drivers urged to book MOT tests before ‘frantic fall’

Is your car winter weather ready? An MOT is the only way to tell if your car is safe enough to take on the elements but […]