UK road traffic returns to normality
Traffic on Britain’s roads during the first lockdown was thought to be equivalent to 1960s levels, according to new data from AX.
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Shocking results from study reveal that four million drivers have fallen asleep behind the wheel
Four million drivers have momentarily fallen asleep behind the wheel, reveals shocking new research by IAM RoadSmart, the UK’s largest independent road safety charity. The newly-published results will set alarm bells ringing amongst road safety experts as even the briefest lapse in concentration when driving can have devastating consequences. At 70mph a car travels over …
Drivers get hay fever warning
Hay fever season is with us again, and road safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging sufferers to be extra careful before getting behind the wheel.
RSA buckles up for annual Seatbelt Sheriff & Hi-Glo Silver Awards
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has announced the winners of this year’s ‘Seatbelt Sheriff’ and ‘Hi-Glo Silver’ Poster Competitions in an online ceremony, shared on RSA social media platforms. The ‘Seatbelt Sheriff’ and ‘Hi-Glo Silver’ road safety programmes encourage first and second class pupils to learn about road safety, teaching them the importance of buckling …
Drivers get fatigue warning
ROAD SAFETY and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is warning drivers to be watchful for the symptoms of fatigue and the risks of being behind the wheel when tired.
Don’t be slow in looking back
Motorists who drive too slowly without considering other road users may be contributing to collisions and casualties, according to a road safety expert in Co. Mayo.
Drink driving research unveiled
New attitudinal research released today by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has found that a quarter of drivers surveyed agreed that there were times when they may have been over the drink driving limit when driving the morning after a night out.
Van drivers urged to make safety checks
Van-drivers and tradespeople are being encouraged to carry out regular safety checks on their vehicle to ensure its roadworthy.
Expansion of pilot online driver theory test
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has expanded its pilot online driver theory test service to include cars and motorbikes on a limited basis. The RSA has been working to deliver an online service, with a pilot online test already underway for trucks and buses.
One life lost and others changed forever
As we approach another busy bank holiday weekend and with 10 motorcyclists lives lost already this year, road Safety professionals and the widow of a motorcyclist killed in a road collision launch a campaign for road safety by conveying the following message to all road users- lookout for all road users- Check your mirrors -look …