The MET Office has issed an amber warning for strong winds in parts of the UK
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “It’s unusual to have such a powerful storm at this time of year, and it’s hitting Scotland during the peak holiday season. The damaging wind gusts will make conditions dangerous, and motorcyclists are at particular risk. "Bikers should sit this out u
Following the publication of the Reported road casualties in Great Britain, involving illegal alcohol levels: 2023 data, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said:
“Drink driving can have devastating consequences. While the latest drink-drive related fatality figures have declined compared to the previous year, the trend over the past decade is troubling and shows that w
23 percent of business drivers admit to tailgating other drivers
Almost a third of business drivers are not checking their mirrors or blind spots
Almost a third of business drivers are not checking their mirrors or blind spots, potentially endangering themselves, other drivers and more vulnerable road users like cyclists according to new research published by the road safety charity IAM RoadS
Responding to the UK Government's extension of the rental e-scooter trial to 2028:
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Given the safety concerns around the use of e-scooters, it’s disappointing to see another kicking of the can down the road on legislation. There are real issues that need to be dealt with, not least the continued illegal use of private e-scooters
More than a third (38%) reveal they were still consuming alcohol after 9pm even though they were driving before 9am the following day A third of drivers (31%) have seen a friend or relative travel immediately after drinking alcohol Calls for drink drive rehabilitation courses to be mandatory for offenders
More than a third of drivers may have been driving while over t
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “After years of challenges and obfuscation from the private parking sector, it’s good to see progress being made to protect motorists from poor practice and rogue operators, however the devil will be in the detail. It’s vital we implement the agreed national code of practice alongside a single, independent appeals system which is o
Responding to today’s DfT speed compliance data, published this morning:
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Excessive speed is one of the biggest causes of fatalities on our roads, which resulted in more than 300 deaths in 2023. These latest figures on speed compliance paint an improving picture on 30mph-limited roads. However, the proportion exceeding 20mph li
