New research from Brightside Insurance suggests Coventry is the best place to live if you’re a motorbike owner. Data collated included vehicle theft, hours stuck in traffic, rainfall, motorbike test …
Leeds and Birmingham delay clean air zones
Leeds and Birmingham are to delay the introduction of their planned clean air zones. In a joint statement, the two city councils said the zones were being “significantly postponed” because …
Parental encouragement key for autistic learner drivers
Autistic adolescents need the support of their parents or guardians to prioritise independence so that they are prepared for learning to drive, according to a new study. These findings were …
Blue Badges for hidden disabilities
People with hidden disabilities will soon be able to access Blue Badge parking permits. For drivers or passengers with dementia, anxiety disorders or reduced mobility, the anticipation of travel difficulties …
North East best region for driving
Crusader Vans has carried out a study to find the best regions for driving. The North East ranked highest in the list, with Yorkshire and the Humber and drivers in …
New videos to help learners improve motorcyclist awareness
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has launched a selection of videos to encourage learner drivers to be more aware of motorcyclists. The realistic computer-generated (CGI) videos have been …
Michelin develops airless tyre
Michelin has produced an airless tyre known as the UPTIS (Unique Puncture-proof Tyre System). Designed for passenger cars and small SUVs, Uptis takes an aluminum wheel assembly and wraps it …
RAC survey needs ADIs
The RAC Foundation is working with a range of road safety stakeholders on research to establish the effectiveness of road safety interventions in the UK that seek to influence road …
Crackdown on noisy vehicles
The Department for Transport is targeting loud drivers with a crackdown on vehicles which are breaking legal noise limits. New camera technology to be trialled by the government aims to …
London plans 20mph speed limit
Londoners are being asked for their views on a reduced speed limit in the capital. Transport for London (TfL) plans to implement a 20mph speed limit on the roads it …