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  • IAM RoadSmart emphasises the importance of wearing sturdy footwear when driving in the summer months

    Over a third admit risky driving in summer footwear

    It's the footwear of choice for beaches and barbecues, but new research reveals that over a third (35%) of motorists have also been behind the wheel this summer in flip-flops, sliders or open-back sandals - footwear road safety experts IAM RoadSmart say could potentially lead to the loss of control of a vehicle and road collisions.

  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to new reported road casualties in Britain

    IAM RoadSmart expresses concern over rising road casualties in Britain, particularly among motorcyclists. While drink-drive fatalities have decreased, high rates remain troubling. Urgent actions, including licensing reform and stricter enforcement, are necessary to enhance road safety and achieve government targets.

  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to extended pub opening times

    IAM RoadSmart warns that extended pub opening hours may lead to increased drink-driving risks after matches. Director Nicholas Lyes emphasises the importance of planning safe journeys home, using public transport or designated drivers, and allowing time for alcohol to get out of the system.

    IAM RoadSmart emphasises the importance of planning safe journeys home after England's early morning match on Monday
  • New road safety initiative launched to support parents and guardians of novice drivers

    Free evidence-based resources including practice guides, driving agreements and progress logbooks to support parents, guardians and new drivers Research shows parents and guardians are a key influence on novice driver safety
    From today, parents can access free, evidence‑based resources to support new drivers in passing their test and developing safer driving behaviours.

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    Research shows that parents and guardians play a crucial role in influencing the safety of novice drivers.
  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart concerned by increase in motoring offences across Northern Ireland

    IAM RoadSmart Safety Manager for Northern Ireland, Bruce Steele said: "Motoring offence detections have increased by 5% over the past year, with over 38,000 offences recorded across Northern Ireland. The continued prevalence of insurance, careless driving and speeding offences, coupled with a 48% rise in construction and use offences, shows there is still significant work to do to improve driver b

    IAM RoadSmart urges drivers in Northern Irelanhd to take greater responsibility behind the wheel
  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds to concerning rise in Northern Ireland road casualties

    IAM RoadSmart road safety manager Bruce Steele said: “These figures paint a bleak picture given the increase in pedestrian fatalities and a dramatic increase in serious injuries of all road users. It’s imperative that the road safety community, along with the police and the Northern Ireland Government work closely to reverse this trend. Enforcement and education remain the most powerful tools to s

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We're excited to share an update about a Women’s Motorcycling Event which was held by our local Groups on Sunday, 28th April at Thruxton. 🏍️ The event was for local riders who were not currently members, so they could learn more about Advanced riding and allowed them to explore more about our community. Our ASDM, Stuart Haythorn, captured some wonderful pictures of the event, which included a range of different presentations and demonstrations throughout the day. There were also a number of different partners who joined, along with guest presenter, Carla Mckenzie. We would like to thank all of those who organised and ran the event as it was a great success. ✨

Our members by exemption make up a huge part of the IAM RoadSmart community, with many of them sharing their skills and expertise through volunteering. Their knowledge and experience are invaluable to helping others understand how to become better drivers and riders. 🏍️🚗 “It opens up opportunities – new social opportunities and new learning opportunities as well. There’s always stuff going on, some that I can’t access as a police officer and with my police training, but I can access through IAM RoadSmart. I find that it’s a really nice balance of learning new things and meeting different people.” Discover more about Dave’s story and how to become a member by exemption by clicking the link in our bio.

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