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Nick Lomas appointed as Vice Chair of IAM RoadSmart

Nick Lomas appointed as Vice Chair of IAM RoadSmart

IAM RoadSmart is pleased to announce that Nick Lomas has today been appointed as Vice Chair of the charity.
Nick originally joined IAM RoadSmart as a Trustee in March 2020 and over the last four years has become an established and reliable Board member and his elevation to Vice Chair will ensure continuing support for Chair Stuart Donald QPM.
Nick has a wealth of experience that he brings t

Safer roads for all: IAM RoadSmart manifesto calls on political parties to prioritise road safety

Safer roads for all: IAM RoadSmart manifesto calls on political parties to prioritise road safety

Manifesto calls for all parties to commit to an updated road safety strategy and a national roads renewal programme Focus should be on skills, infrastructure, and enforcement
The UK’s largest independent road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has published its manifesto “safer roads for all” calling on all political parties to bring forward plans to reduce the numbers of killed and seriously inj

Soaring motor premiums fuelling spike in uninsured younger drivers

Soaring motor premiums fuelling spike in uninsured younger drivers

PRESS RELEASE: 00:01, 17th May 2024
Drivers aged 17-20 with new IN10 endorsements increases by almost over a quarter in just 12 months as premiums jump by 25% between 2022 to 2023* IAM RoadSmart launches new campaign to bring costs down
The number of young motorists aged 17-20 punished for driving without insurance has increased by more than a quarter (28%) between 20

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IAM RoadSmart launches first ever Young Drivers Skills Day this summer

Drivers aged 17-30 will learn new skills and boost confidence for an affordable price Tickets now on sale for the chance to drive a sports car or go off-road in a 4x4
The UK’s leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart is delighted to announce a partnership with Thruxton racing circuit to host a new Young Drivers Skills Day on 22nd August 2024 at the Hampshire track.
Tickets for this half-

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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

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

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.

FairCharge founder Quentin Willson

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.

IAM RoadSmart to host webinar with Mental Health Motorbike

IAM RoadSmart to host webinar with Mental Health Motorbike

PRESS RELEASE, 26 January 2024
IAM RoadSmart to host webinar with Mental Health Motorbike
Mental Health Motorbike will be the first partner to work with IAM RoadSmart, New online sessions commencing January 2024 will be complimentary for members
The UK’s leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has launched its complimentary webinar platform for members which will focus on key areas a

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