Banish the pothole blues
With pothole-related breakdowns at a 5-year-high, they can be an unavoidable part of driving these days
Topics: Public Transport
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IAM RoadSmart joins New National Partnership to Tackle Pothole Epidemic.
A new partnership has been launched today (15 January) between road user organisations and the road repairs industry to help tackle the scourge of potholes
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Winter is coming, are you ready?
After a mild December, it looks like the mercury is about to plummet.
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Government to get tough on street works in a bid to cut traffic levels
New proposals from the Government’s Plan for Drivers to cut traffic caused by street works
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Driving and living with a disability, by Mike Jones
Mike passed his driving test in 1982 at 17 years old and his motorcycle test in 2004. He became an IAM RoadSmart Observer in early 2022.
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IAM RoadSmart welcomes publication of headlight glare report
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
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Driving home for Christmas
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.
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IAM RoadSmart responds to National Highways 3-year Smart Motorway report
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’
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More than a quarter of drivers say there are instances where it is okay to drink or drug drive
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.
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IAM RoadSmart reaction: E-scooter casualty data
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.
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Driving safely this winter
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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Letter to Chancellor: VAT rate on motorcycle air vests
IAM RoadSmart is calling on the Chancellor to consider removing the 20% VAT rate which is currently levied on the sale of motorcycle air vests.
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Could motorcycles help solve traffic congestion and poor air quality in Britain’s cities?
Research commissioned by IAM RoadSmart has revealed that the public are divided about the benefits of motorcycling, despite evidence that it could help reduce emissions and ease traffic Just one-in-five survey respondents believe that motorcycles improve air quality, while less than half recognise that motorcycles help reduce traffic congestion, prompting the charity to raise awareness of the tru
