Responding to an IAM RoadSmart backed report into headlight glare, Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: "Drivers are increasingly telling us they are concerned by modern headlights and some are now even limiting the amount of time they spend driving during darkness to avoid glare. Being dazzled by a headlight has a worrying impact on road safety and we need policymakers to take thi
Road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, has been entered into the Smiley Charity Film Awards for its ‘For The Road Ahead’ video.
If you’re planning to travel during Christmas, it’s important to be aware of any traffic that could impact your journey. According to the AA, drivers are expected to make an estimated 16.1 million separate trips by car to see friends and family between Monday, December 19th, and Christmas Eve.
Responding to the publication of National Highways' third annual progress report, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “It stands to reason that if you permanently remove a hard shoulder from the motorway, it will make breaking down on one more risky if you do not reach a refuge area. There remain many miles of all lane running motorways on the network and perhaps it’
More than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s okay to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and only 69% of people would stop a colleague from getting behind the wheel if they were under the influence.
Michelle Waldren tells of her journey into advanced riding and how it hasn't been the easiest or as straightforward as she had imagined.
Government has responded to IAM RoadSmart’s call to scrap VAT on life-saving air vests which are currently subject to 20% VAT rate.
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes responds to latest Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) statistics.
In the run up to Christmas, a national survey of UK drivers by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that more than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s okay to drive under the influence.
Department for Transport (DfT) publish latest road casualties statistics.
More than half of casualties from e-scooter accidents are found outside the zones where you are legally allowed to use them, according to new government figures.
Driving safely during any season is essential but is especially important when faced with the challenges of winter. National Highways are on hand with some helpful advice for all motorists.
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