As the clocks go back and darker evenings become the norm, navigating UK roads becomes increasingly challenging as National Road Safety Week begins. With 33% of severe accidents occurring during the darker months between December and February, it’s vital for drivers to adjust their habits to stay safe in low-visibility conditions. In recognition of Road … [Read more...]
New drivers facing old risks this autumn
Thousands of new and generally younger drivers will be facing their first autumn and winter on the road since passing their tests earlier this year, and dangers are around the corners. They may well have already encountered some pretty challenging conditions, but telematics insurance provider, drivelikeagirl, is urging new drivers to be extra vigilant to … [Read more...]
New headlights, new hazard ?
Modern car headlights might be a shining safety issue because they are too bright, suggest the RAC. The headlights of some newer cars are so bright they are causing a road safety hazard for drivers with as many as two-thirds (65%) of motorists saying they regularly get dazzled by oncoming headlights even though they are dipped. Fifteen per cent of … [Read more...]
