Charity provides free coaching for young drivers and riders
Young drivers and motorcyclists have benefited from fully funded driving and riding training, made possible through funds raised by IAM RoadSmart members and supporters.
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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.
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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.
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Drug driving offences overtake drink driving for the first time
Drug driving offences up 28% since 2022, while drink driving convictions fall 17%, IAM RoadSmart analysis of DVLA data shows.
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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.
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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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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
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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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Congestion and sat-navs diverting drivers onto higher-risk roads
New research shows more than half of drivers (54%) have diverted away from a motorway or main A road because of congestion over the last year UK Government data suggests the number of vehicles on the road has increased by 13% in just ten years
Millions of motorists are being diverted onto higher‑risk rural roads as congestion, sat‑nav rerouting and road closures reshape everyday journeys, new -
REACTION: IAM RoadSmart responds as serious road casualties rise in Britain
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy Nicholas Lyes said: “These figures show a lost decade in terms of reducing the number of serious casualties and highlights the urgency of implementing measures to improve road safety. We are deeply concerned by the provisional increase in motorcycle fatalities which shows efforts to protect people on two wheels is seriously lacking. The UK Government’s strategy wi
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IAM RoadSmart appoints Mark Armitage as Chief Executive
Mark Armitage takes up the position on a permanent basis following successful interim spell
The UK’s leading independent road safety charity IAM RoadSmart today welcomes the appointment of Mark Armitage as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Mark has worked as interim CEO for the previous six months and before this was a Trustee of the road safety charity. He brings a wealth of experience from -
IAM RoadSmart calls for ‘cheese cutter’ cable barriers to be replaced with a more motorcyclist friendly option
The road safety charity has launched a petition calling for Highways Authorities across the UK to commit to their decommissioning by the end of the decade
New figures show that almost 150 miles of cable barriers – which pose a safety threat to motorcyclists – remain on England’s roads.
The cable barriers are known for their ‘cheese cutter’ effect on bikers unlucky enough to hit them on colli
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