Road Safety

1st September 2022

Four new driving laws coming into effect this month

September is here, and it’s brought some new driving laws along with it. From mobile phone usage to driving in low emission zones, here are four […]
31st August 2022

Drivers face fines for overtaking cyclists

Could you be fined for passing a cyclist? The Highway Code’s revamp for 2022 ruled in favour of cyclists and pedestrians, with drivers facing penalties of […]
30th August 2022

Our top 10 safest cars of 2022

When car shopping, it’s easy to be distracted by cool tech, comfy cabins and flashy paint jobs. These are all nice to have but shouldn’t be […]
18th August 2022

Cyclists face the potential for harsher road rules

Should cyclists abide by the same restrictions as drivers? The Government is set to review rules for bike riders in a shake-up of the Highway Code.  […]
16th August 2022

Ford’s new tech could help make driving in the dark safer

Do you like driving in the dark? If the answer is no, you’re not alone. 40% of all collisions happen in the hours of darkness, causing […]
11th August 2022

Check your tyres before “Searing Saturday”

Check you tyres before you travel this weekend, breakdown experts warn. Temperatures are expected to reach 35C in some parts of the UK this Saturday, but […]
10th August 2022

Can you eat and drink behind the wheel?

Do you tend to snack while driving? Long car journeys can be exhausting, and a quick snack can give you a much-needed energy boost. But is […]
28th July 2022

Change your car tyres to save money on fuel

High fuel prices aren’t going away anytime soon, but a simple tyre change could make all the difference. It’s no secret that fuel prices are soaring. […]
19th July 2022

Watchdog reveals the best and worst motorways in England

Planning a road trip this summer? If so, you might want to avoid the worst motorway in England – the A1. According to a poll by […]
14th July 2022

Wales to lower speed limit to 20mph on residential roads

Did you know that speed limits are changing in parts of the UK? In Wales, the speed limit is set to drop to 20mph on all […]
7th July 2022

Speed-limiting tech compulsory for all new EU cars

How can we keep our roads safe? Well, the answer may lie with Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) tech, which will now be fitted into all new […]
24th May 2022

New intelligent headlights make driving at night safer

Does driving on unlit roads at night fill you with dread? Ford’s new headlight technology could be your saviour. Using GPS tracking data to predict bends […]
10th May 2022

MOT test every two years is an ‘irresponsible’ idea

What do experts think of the government’s idea to double the MOT test interval to every two years? According to fleet manages and industry experts, it’s […]
19th April 2022

Drivers with hay fever could be hit with £1,000 fine

Does hay fever cause you an itchy throat and watery eyes? If so, you could be at risk of a motoring offence carrying a £1,000 fine. […]
29th March 2022

£12 billion to fix England and Wales’ potholes

How would you describe the state of your local roads – silky smooth or bumpy and hazardous? You’re not alone if you answered the latter. In […]
24th February 2022

Driving while you’re tired is more dangerous than you think

Ever found yourself nodding off while driving? New research has revealed that falling asleep shouldn’t be your only worry if you’re driving while tired – you’re […]
20th December 2021

Most drivers don’t know how much alcohol will tip them over the drink-drive limit

How many drinks could you have, and still be happy to drive? According to a survey by road safety charity IAM Roadsmart, the majority of drivers […]
8th December 2021

I’ve been hit by an uninsured driver – what should I do?

Uninsured drivers are more common than you might think. Each year in the UK, more than 130 people are killed and 26,000 are left injured in […]
6th December 2021

1 in 5 drivers ignore dashboard warning lights

Do you pay attention to your dashboard warning lights? New research reveals more than a fifth (22%) of motorists are currently ignoring a lit-up warning light […]
30th November 2021

Most UK drivers delay essential car checks

How quickly do you get problems with your car fixed? New research reveals most UK drivers wait more than just a few days to resolve issues […]