Young drivers are increasingly putting lives at risk by dangerously overloading their vehicles with their friends, shocking new figures reveal. As L plates are torn up and pass certificates handed out, it's tempting to make the most of new-found freedom by cramming mates into the back seat and heading off for an adventure and its men who are the worst … [Read more...]
Touchscreen controls are unsafe, say fleet operators
Cars with touchscreen controls are potentially more dangerous and fleets should consider removing from their choice lists on safety grounds, FleetCheck is warning. Touchscreen only systems have become more popular in recent years, particularly on BEV models, and this is distracting to drivers. The subject has been in the news this week with iPhone … [Read more...]
Pothole damage hitting harder than ever
Drivers across the UK are being hit harder than ever by the cost of pothole damage, as new analysis released this morning on National Pothole Day reveals the total financial impact of potholes on vehicles rose to an estimated £589 million in 2025, up from £579 million in 2024 and £474 million in 2023. UK road safety charity TyreSafe, a … [Read more...]
Poll shows drivers support alcohol interlocks
Four-in-five drivers in the UK (82%) support the introduction of alcohol interlocks to reduce instances of repeat drink-driving, with just 7% against such use and 12% unsure, says the RAC. Alcohol interlocks, or ‘alcolocks’, are already used effectively in many other countries including Belgium, the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand and the United States. … [Read more...]
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New research from Drax Electric Vehicles shows that the majority of councils across Great Britain are now fully compliant with national public charging standards, marking a significant step forward in building a reliable EV charging network for drivers and business fleets. The findings, based on Freedom of Information responses from councils across Great … [Read more...]
Traffic police are declining and it’s worrying drivers
The number of roads policing officers in England and Wales has reduced by more than 1,000 in the last 10 years, RAC data revealed. Back in 2015 there were 5,237 officers across 43 police forces working in a range of roles from traffic units on the roads to safety camera partnerships focused on mobile speed enforcement. As of 2025, this has fallen to just … [Read more...]
Used buyers’ priorities revealed by Uswitch
With over four million second-hand cars sold in the UK so far this year and new-plate part exchanges now being prepared, car insurance experts at Uswitch have examined the used car market to understand what buyers prioritise the most. The research reveals motorists’ biggest deterrents, factors that would persuade them to spend beyond budget and the maximum … [Read more...]
Wales’ drug-driving decreases
Wales is bucking the trend as drug-driving collisions are climbing across much of the UK, with new figures showing particularly sharp year-on-year increases in the North West, East of England, and Yorkshire and the Humber. Statistics show a 46% spike in drug-driving collisions in the North West - rising from 182 incidents in 2022 to 265 in 2023. Go.Compare … [Read more...]
20mph limit is slowing Wales as drink drive rises
Welsh Conservatives have renewed calls for scrapping Labour’s 20mph speed limit policy, as new data confirms journey times across Wales are getting longer. With over 134,000 drivers caught speeding since the law came into force, it’s clear the policy is causing confusion and disruption. The Welsh Conservatives continue to call for the unpopular approach to … [Read more...]
One-in-five drivers admit to filming on road
A new study by GAP Insurance provider ALA Insurance has revealed that 22% of UK drivers admit to filming themselves while driving, a worrying trend driven largely by the popularity of social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram. The survey of 1,500 drivers found that nearly one in five have used their phone to record themselves behind the wheel, … [Read more...]
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