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  • IAM RoadSmart urges the Chancellor to take radical steps to save lives on the roads and boost the public purse in Autumn budget

    The UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is calling on the Chancellor to take steps to both saves lives and reduce the impact of road traffic collisions in her Autumn Budget. By incentivising the take-up of additional road safety courses through the tax system, it will also help save motorists money as the UK emerges from a cost-of-living crisis.
    With the cost of insurance hitting r

  • Growing concern over road rage – with Gen Z and Millennials the angriest drivers

    New research[i]reveals that Gen Z and Millennials are responsible for beeping their horn the most

    More than half (63%) of motorists aged 17-34 have sounded their horn to express anger at the behaviour of another road user in the past year, adding to concern about increasingly aggressive drivers.
    Of the 2,000 people surveyed by IAM RoadSmart, the UK’s largest independent road safety chari

  • Clear Vision, Safe Journey: The Vital Importance of Maintaining Your Windscreen

    Maintaining your windscreen and regularly checking it is crucial for road safety. A clear, undamaged windscreen ensures optimal visibility, helping you to spot hazards and react promptly. Regular inspections can catch small chips or cracks early, preventing them from worsening and compromising the structural integrity of your vehicle. Remember, a well-maintained windscreen is key to a safe and smo

  • Prepare Your Motorcycle for the Colder Months: Essential Maintenance Tips for a Smooth Ride


    With the arrival of colder and wetter weather, most riders decide now is the time to hang up their helmets and stop using their bikes throughout late autumn and winter. However, it isn’t as simple as just not riding a motorcycle; that's why IAM RoadSmart has pulled together some top tips on how to store your motorcycle safely. Richard Gladman, Chief Examiner at IAM RoadSmart, has put together

  • Hills Ford Stages Rally: An Impressive Display of Speed and Expertise, by Steve Andrews


    The Hills Ford Stages Rally is one of the UK’s premier closed-road events and takes place across the stunning countryside of Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and Gloucestershire. Visitors to the yearly event get a close-up look at some of the nation's top rally drivers and vehicles.


    The event welcomes a diverse group of participants, including both professional rallying teams and i

  • Car Essentials for the colder months: Must-Have Items to Keep You Safe and Warm on the Road

    Having a well-prepared car safety kit is essential for the autumn and winter months. Here are some hints and tips on what to include:
    Warm Clothing and Blankets:
    As the temperature drops, and the days get shorter make sure you have some extra layers of clothing in your car. Keep a warm jacket, hat and gloves in the boot. A fleece or thermal blanket can also be a lifesaver if you get stranded

  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart's response to the latest road traffic casualty figures

    Commenting on the 2023 road traffic casualty statistics published today by the Department for Transport, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “While it is welcome to see an overall reduction in fatalities on our roads over the last year, the fact remains that 1,624 people were still killed on the road network in 2023. These are preventable deaths and significant work

  • Euan's journey to Mastering the Road – Becoming an Advanced Driver

    For those looking to take their driving abilities to the next level, the Advanced Driver course is an excellent way to refine skills and gain confidence. I would actively encourage anyone, no matter how long you have been driving, to look into courses near you.

  • Stay Safe on Chilly Autumn Mornings: Essential Tips to Prepare Your Car for the Cold

    As summer fades into Autumn, the days are getting shorter so it’s important to adjust driving preparation and style to match the hazards that autumn can bring. IAM Roadsmart has some top tips for drivers dealing with the changing seasons.
    Check your lights
    It’s dangerous for drivers and other road users if your lights do not work properly and with autumn meaning fewer daylight hours you nee

  • Younger motorists now make up more than a third of all dangerous drivers

    Shocking new figures show that despite making up under a tenth of all drivers, those aged 17-25 are responsible for 38% of dangerous driving endorsement
    More than 6,300 drivers aged 17–25 have had DD40 (Dangerous Driving) endorsements added to their licence since 2021
    Young drivers aged between 17-25 n

  • Breaking Barriers: Tina’s Journey to Empowering Drivers with Disabilities in Northern Ireland

    Tina, from Groomsport, County Down, decided to join IAM RoadSmart following a recommendation. But it wasn’t until she bought a Porsche that she decided to sign up for an Advanced Driver course. She explains: “I understood that if I was going to drive a fast car, I should be able to drive it well. You don’t realise how powerful it can be.”
    Tina’s hearing loss required adjustments to be made duri

  • REACTION: IAM RoadSmart's response to the Scottish Government’s fiscal statement

    IAM RoadSmart Scotland Road Safety Manager Stewart Mackie said: “IAM RoadSmart is concerned the Scottish Government may cancel all road safety marketing and education campaigns as part of its fiscal update. Such a decision would be shortsighted and comes at a time when there have been high-profile fatal collisions on our network, particularly amongst motorcyclists.
    Driver and rider error are ke

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