This week has been termed Road Safety Week, with a campaign being launched to ‘Drive Less, Live More’. Each year Road Safety Week has a different theme and this year it is about encouraging drivers to consider how and when they travel, paying particular attention to those unnecessary journeys when, even though more convenient, taking […]

There are more motorists on the road now than ever before in history – Which also means an increased number of people of all ages now behind the wheel, as well as a significant amount more danger possible on the roads. Whilst a lot of attention is paid to young and new drivers, likely due […]

France has introduced a range of road safety measures including the lowering of the driving age and drink-drive limits. Twenty-six measures have been introduced including the lower of the driving age to 15 from the current age of 16. Following the probationary period, the driving test can now be taken at 17 and a half […]

The Hazard Perception components of the theory test won the top prize at this year’s Prince Michael International Road Safety awards. Research has shown that hazard perception training and testing could account for an 11% reduction in collisions, helping to improve road safety and reducing the number of people killed and seriously injured on Britain’s […]

Whilst there is a lot of material published online in regards to ensuring your driving is safe, and that your vehicle is fully prepared for any journey and to cope with any possible weather conditions, very little has been mentioned about the safety of the driver and passengers inside the car. For example, seat belts […]

Many drivers in modern times find themselves becoming increasingly reliant on technology to aid their driving skills – with few aware that this could in fact be posing a great risk to your safety. With a vast proportion of drivers now using Satellite Navigation systems in replacement of the classic map, a high number of […]

A safety system which detects if a driver is struggling to stay awake is to be tested out on coaches for prevent catastrophic crashes. The system will track drivers’ eye movements with an infra-red camera, that also works in the dark or through glasses, and when it is detected that a driver is about to […]

Pedestrian safety measures should look for separate solutions for adults and children, according to a report commissioned by a parliamentary advisory group for UN road safety week. “Stepping Out”- seeks to highlight the importance of treating various types of pedestrian differently, claiming that children and adults have different collision characteristics. The report also found that […]

Vehicle maintenance Take special care that lights, brakes, steering, exhaust system, seat belts, demisters, wipers and washers are all working. Also ights, indicators, reflectors, and number plates MUST be kept clean and clear windscreens and windows MUST be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision lights MUST be properly adjusted to prevent dazzling other road […]

Once you have passed the driving test you will be able to drive on your own. This will provide you with lots of opportunities but you need to remain safe. Even though you have shown you have the skills you need to drive safely, many newly qualified drivers lack experience. You need to continue to […]