Tag: Road safety
UK Government update on new eye test 'requirement' for drivers at 70 call
An MP has received an official Department for Transport reply as concern grows at dangerous older motorists on the roads
Expert pinpoints 1 quick check drivers often miss that leads to MOT failures
One simple fix can dramatically improve the chances of passing the annual MOT test, according to experts.
UK motorway 80mph limit law update as new calls made for 2025 rule change
Campaigners say improvements in car safety features and the rise of less polluting electric vehicles mean the law should be changed
Drivers warned they could face £5,000 fine for wearing one thing behind the wheel
The simple mistake could result in a £100 fine and three penalty points, or as much as £5,000 and nine points in serious cases.
The 'hidden' safety feature in your car most people won't know about may save your life
Experts have revealed a little-known safety secret that could save motorists' lives in a major emergency.
The motorway lane most likely to cause you trouble – it's not what you think
Specialists have revealed one motorway lane which may be considered the "most dangerous" for road users.
DVSA urges drivers to carry out 'essential reading'
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is urging motorists to carry out "essential reading" to reduce the chances of an incident.
UK drivers urged to drive in the dark before September starts
The advice could help drivers later in the year.
Drivers ignoring crucial Highway Code rule, risking serious accidents on the road
A new study has found that a shocking number of motorists are not adhering to the Highway Code's advice on how often to take a break from driving
I'm a driving instructor - this is how to stop tailgaters without having to brake
An expert has shared a top tip for stopping tailgaters without having to brake and risk having an accident.
Driving instructor shares key advice for anyone who gets tailgated
Having a car tailgating you can be a real pain - but it's also a safety hazard, so here's what a driving instructor recommends you should do
Campaigners demand speed limit changes on rural routes due to major ‘concern’
There have been calls to introduce radical speed limit changes on rural routes with wildlife under threat.
UK speeding alert as drivers play 'risky game' with cameras
Think you know how speed cameras work? Think again. Relying on the '10% buffer' and other 'rules' might not save you from a fine - or worse.
Official update on rumoured GPS app ban for drivers with £200 penalty next year
A new law rumoured to be coming into play next year has sparked panic among drivers who don't have a built in sat-nav system in their cars and rely on GPS apps
New calls for over 70s to face test ‘every two years’ to stay on roads
Older drivers are not required to undergo any formal testing to get behind the wheel in later life but leading campaigners want to change that.