Half of motorists driving with poor eyesight
More than half of motorists are risking fines and penalty points by driving with poor eyesight, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 car owners carried out by Motorpoint […]
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Free safety resources developed for new drivers
IAM RoadSmart has produced free evidence-based resources to help new drivers pass their tests and develop safer driving habits. The road safety charity has collaborated with behavioural scientist Dr Elizabeth […]
Brake announces new partnership with Quartix
Road safety charity Brake has announced a new partnership with fleet tracking and telematics provider Quartix. As an associate partner, Quartix has pledged to support Brake’s campaigns to end road crashes […]
Driving tired risks heat up in summer
The AA has warned motorists about the risks of dehydration and driving tired during the summer. It has said that high temperatures can make it harder to sleep, leaving drivers […]
Rural Road Safety Report reveals extreme rural risks
The latest NFU Rural Road Safety Report has revealed that nearly 10,000 people have lost their lives on rural roads in the last decade. It found that there were 9,884 […]
Autonomous vehicle public consultation focused on safety
Motorists and industry stakeholders have been invited to take part in an autonomous vehicle public consultation focused on establishing safety standards. The consultation, which runs until 9 September, has been […]
Distracted driving collisions up nine per cent in Northern Ireland
Collisions caused by distracted driving rose by nine per cent in Northern Ireland from April 2025 to March 2026. Figures released by the Police Service of Northern Ireland revealed that […]
First-year drivers twice as likely to make a collision claim
Drivers in their first year are more than twice as likely to make a collision claim compared to more experienced motorists. According to new research carried out by Aviva, 11% […]
Scrap Car Comparison renews support for Brake
Scrap Car Comparison has renewed its partnership with road safety charity Brake . As an Associated Partner, the scrap and damaged vehicle comparison site is pledging another £10,000 in funding […]
Killed or seriously injured numbers on Northern Ireland roads rise
New figures have revealed an increase in the number of people killed or seriously injured on Northern Ireland roads. Official statistics show that the number of fatal and serious casualties […]
National Work-Related Safety Charter backed by drivers
New research has revealed strong support from drivers for the proposed National Work-Related Safety Charter. The Charter would establish a nationwide standard for employers whose staff drive for work, with […]
Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy to cut car use
The government has unveiled its Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy intended to get motorists out of their cars in towns and cities. It has pledged to invest £4.5bn in the […]