A poll conducted by NFU Mutual has found that 57% of Brits are not aware of Highway Code changes coming into force tomorrow with particular importance in rural areas. The poll, conducted on Twitter by leading rural insurer NFU Mutual, calls into question whether the majority of road users will be familiar with the Highway Code when it changes on 29th January. The updated Highway Code brings in a … [Read more...]
Cycling gaining popularity and routes
Over half (53%) of UK cyclists have taken it up in the last 18 months, with nearly six in ten (58%) frequent cyclists purchasing a new bike during the same period. The way people commute is changing, with three in ten (31%) saying they always choose to cycle over other forms of transport and the trend will grow, with 61% saying they will cycle more in the future. Cities across the UK, … [Read more...]
Highway Code changes pose problems for road users
With the Highway Code set to be updated in a bid to improve road safety for cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders, there’s concern that the new proposals will cause an increase in conflict and confusion on the roads. There are currently seven different types of crossings in the UK, including the new tiger crossing, currently being trialled in London, in a bid to make it safer for … [Read more...]
Newslines 27 July
Safety organisations and police fear a rapid rise in riders' injuries and deaths after seeing up to 50,000 motorbikes a weekend on Welsh roads after lockdown ended. It is thought to be a reaction against cuts to public transport and the rising costs of using cars, trains or buses. Police have towed away cars illegally parked in Snowdonia while owners went into the mountains. Civil enforcement … [Read more...]
Cardiff dampens bikers’ spirits
Cardiff is the motorbike owner’s worst nightmare for riding. Due to a number of factors the city scored particularly low with wet days per year and low number of bike clubs. In the U.K many bike owners are familiar with rain and can experience increased stopping distances and slippery surfaces. Rain can also cause reduced visibility as well as the chance of other effects from inclement … [Read more...]
High speed, high risk
‘High speed, high risk’ is the campaign message from Dyfed-Powys Police aimed at reducing the number of motorcycle-related deaths and serious injuries on the region’s roads. In 2018, 67 motorcyclists were killed or seriously injured on roads in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys, with the figures for Dyfed-Powys showing that men were eight times more likely to be included than … [Read more...]
Dyfed dirt riders thrill of youthes
The latest competion organised by the Dyfed Dirt Bike Club was a youth trial incorporating the final round of the Trials Training Wales Youth Championships, writes Gary Jones. A healthy entry of 23 riders left the start line at the fantastic Brynllewelyn Farm venue near Llanllwni to negotiate a lap comprising of 8 sections and with 4 laps on offer the riders were in their glory demonstrating … [Read more...]
Newslines 17 July
Opel will give evidence to German authorities investigating emissions tampering. About 60,000 diesel models with Euro6 engines are thought to be affected and NOx limits are reported to be ten-times statutory levels. Bosch has been ordered to hand over e-mails with Porsche over software settings for engine management. Investors taking court action against the VW Group luxury car maker say … [Read more...]
Newslines 4 June
Learners can drive on motorways from today. The law change only allows them to drive with qualified instructors, not family or friends who are unqualified. North Wales Police are planning a summer crack down on motorcyclists after a dramatic escalation in fatalities. By the end of last month the number killed on local roads exceeded the total for 2017. Amazon delivery drivers are the … [Read more...]
Free-wheeling ideas for £60 Million Welsh investment
First Minister Carwyn Jones met cyclists at Cardiff’s bike café to discuss the Welsh Government’s £60 million investment in Active Travel. Earlier this week, the Welsh Government announced the investment over the next three years to create new active travel routes across Wales, connecting homes to schools, jobs and their local community. This is the largest ever funding boost for active … [Read more...]