Drivers in Wales are far more likely to be breath tested in December than any other month. Analysis of Home Office data by personal breathalyser firm AlcoSense shows that in December last year 4,551 motorists were stopped by Police across Wales on suspicion of drink driving. This was nearly a fifth of the total for the entire year. North Wales led the … [Read more...]
Free safety course for van operators from FleetCheck
A new, free online video safety course aimed at van operators was launched this week by fleet software specialist FleetCheck at the Commercial Vehicle Show 2021 in the NEC until 2 September. Called the 28-Day Fleet Confidence Challenge, it takes the form of four weekly episodes and is aimed at people whose fleet responsibility is only part of their role, … [Read more...]
Warning to fleets on MoT bookings
As the economy opens up with the pandemic ongoing, vehicle and supply shortages and a surge in demand for MOTs and servicing could force vehicles off the road and miss vital business opportunities if fleets do not plan their vehicle maintenance, warns ATS Euromaster. With predictions of a surge in MOTs from September as a result of the DVSA’s MOT … [Read more...]
Tradelines 19 May
Businesses in and around Birmingham should consider replacing their fleet vehicles with cleaner, more efficient models as the city’s clean air zone (CAZ) comes into effect on 1 June 2021. Already identified as one of the top challenges facing fleets over the next five years, Birmingham headquartered ATS Euromaster says that with further cities due to add … [Read more...]
Drivers support motorway average speed cameras
More than half of drivers (56%) admit to breaking the speed limit on motorways with a third (34%) of those confessing to having travelled at speeds in excess of 80mph, research from an RAC reveals. Three per cent say their fastest speed on a motorway was over 100mph while 4% believe their top speed was 91-100mph. While the vast majority – two-thirds (66%) – … [Read more...]
Newslines 2 April
Nine out of ten Cardiff drivers don't know when they must put on headlights and are risking accidents, prosecution and penalty points as well as invalidating insurance. A survey for Uswitch found only 9.62% of Welsh drivers knew they had to turn on headlights when visibility was under 100 metres as defined in the Highway Code. The average annual car … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 February
Conservative Senedd members have criticised the nationalized Transport for Wales planned 2.6% rail ticket price rise. The increase from 1 March is in line with plans for English railways but has not been discussed in the Senedd and a statement from the Welsh Conservatives said it was hypocritical of TfW and shocking for passengers. British drivers are … [Read more...]
Driving habits that come with a hefty fine
Whether you’re new to the roads or you’ve had your driving licence for decades, there will no doubt be a few driving habits that really grind your gears. From drivers who hog the middle lane to those who don’t indicate when making a turn, these bad habits are not only frustrating but also extremely dangerous. Many motorists are unaware that some of the … [Read more...]
Permits and green card dilemma for UK drivers
British drivers are facing a dilemma taking their vehicle abroad in the New Year. The EU is holding back on its requirements for UK drivers' licences and insurance but it looks increasingly likely they will need international driving permits and the old style "Green Card". Both will need to be obtained in advance of crossing the Channel or they driver and … [Read more...]
Welsh drivers’ parking wars
About a third of motorists in Cardiff are prepared to park outside someone else’s house, according to a report by Uswitch. They are among the highest percentage in Britain it as was shown in a survey of 1,000 Brits to find out how much they know about the laws on residential parking, and what extremes they’re going to in order to secure a spot outside … [Read more...]
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