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26 April 2024 00:01

More than a fifth of young motorists believe it is okay to get behind the wheel after taking class A drugs

A greater proportion of drivers aged 17-34 consider it acceptable to drive after consuming class A substances, such as cocaine, compared to over 50s.Disparity in perceived acceptability highlights stark generational divide in attitudes towards drug-driving.
More than a fifth of motorists (22%) aged 17-34 believe it is okay to drive after using Class A drugs, according to new research published

25 April 2024 11:21

Urban Driving: A Skills Refresher.

The days are getting longer, the weather is slowly improving, and that means getting out more, but driving in and around an unfamiliar big city can be stressful. It’s important to be patient and aware of your surroundings.
Keeping to a reduced speed limit is just one of the challenges when navigating busy streets. IAM RoadSmart has some top tips for navigating busy city roads.
Stay legal.

23 April 2024 18:05

IAM RoadSmart responds to Welsh Government's changes to 20mph speed limit guidance

Responding to the Welsh Government's announcement, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy & Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Changes to the 20mph speed limit guidance by Welsh Ministers is welcome given the concerns that have been raised about its effectiveness. There’s no doubt 20mph limits have an important role on our road network but we have long argued that targeted 20mph limits with effective tr

18 April 2024 11:00

IAM RoadSmart launches new ‘Road Champions’ initiative for young motorists

Access to exclusive content and discounted driving courses for those aged 17-26
Younger drivers make up a disproportionately high number of killed and seriously injured (KSIs) on our roads
A new initiative giving younger drivers and riders aged 17-26 years-old free access to exclusive advice and discounts is being launched today by the UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart.

11 April 2024 13:00

IAM RoadSmart to host EV webinar with FairCharge founder and campaigner Quentin Willson

FairCharge was founded by transport campaigner Quentin Willson to ensure the UK has the right EV-related policies. Fourth IAM RoadSmart member webinar of 2024
The UK’s leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart is delighted to announce it will be joined by FairCharge founder and transport campaigner Quentin Willson for its fourth member exclusive webinar of the year on 21st May 2024 at 6:30pm.

10 April 2024 00:01

IAM RoadSmart responds to DfT's announcement on local roads benefitting from pothole funding

Responding to the DfT's announcement, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “While it is welcome the funding is finding its way through, crumbling road surfaces continue to be an expensive nuisance for drivers and a road safety hazard, particularly for those on two wheels. The onus is both on remaining councils to prioritise their reporting and on the Government to fin

9 April 2024 10:10

The human cost of the pothole pandemic

Britian’s pothole pandemic is leaving drivers tearing out their hair and the state of the road network is laid bare by the publication of the AIA’s annual Alarm report earlier this month. It found that less than half (47%) of local road miles were rated as being in good condition, with 36% adequate and 17% poor.
The RAC estimates that, on average, there are around six potholes per mile on cou

3 April 2024 00:01

A third of advanced drivers support confiscation of mobile phones for offenders behind the wheel

A third of advanced drivers support confiscation of mobile phones for offenders behind the wheel
•Survey shows opinion is split on whether current penalties are sufficient
•Distraction caused by illegal phone use at the wheel seen as a

2 April 2024 09:26

Joe’s Journey to IAM RoadSmart success.

28-year-old Joe Allenby, who hails from Lincoln, is a member of the Lincolnshire Advanced Motorcyclists and has recently passed his IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider Test.
Having ridden motorbikes on the road aged 16 and 17, Joe went on to pass his driving test and was keen to get his motorbike licence. However, life took over, and after getting married and raising a family, Joe was ready again fo

26 March 2024 09:38

Easter getaway; motorcycling on the continent.

With the clocks set to go forward on Easter Sunday, the days will be longer and the evening’s lighter. The long-awaited Easter break is the perfect time to get on your motorcycle and get away.
Find out how you can best prepare for your journey abroad with these tips from IAM RoadSmart.
Do your POWDERY checks. Is your vehicle ready for a long journey? Ensuring your motorcycle is in tip-t

26 March 2024 08:52

Glaring errors: the impact of LED headlights.

Bright LED headlights are leaving motorists dazzled and dazed at night, and now the government is under pressure to act.

19 March 2024 09:01

IAM RoadSmart responds to the government's safer roads announcement. 

IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Additional funding to improve the safety of our road infrastructure is of course very welcome, but if we are to significantly bring down the number of casualties, more funding will be needed. Moreover, we need to see an updated road safety strategy from Ministers to understand how they will also focus on education, behaviour chang