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UK Government Mandates Accurate Travel Information for Satnavs
In a move to improve road navigation and create better road safety, the UK government has announced plans to mandate the inclusion of data on temporary speed limits, road closures, and parking spaces for satellite navigation (satnav) systems.
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RAC Reports Surge in Pothole-Related Breakdowns in 2023
The 'pothole plague' in the UK has taken a toll on drivers, with RAC patrols attending nearly 30,000 pothole-related breakdowns in 2023, marking a significant increase of 33% compared to 2022. The motoring services company responded to 29,377 breakdowns over the year, equivalent to 80 breakdowns daily, addressing issues such as broken suspension springs, damaged shock absorbers, and distorted wheels. The RAC has said that things need to change urgently.
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Speeding Fines and Mobile Phone Offenses Revealed in Home Office Figures
New statistics released by the Home Office reveal a record-breaking number of speeding fines, with over 2.5 million drivers facing penalties, driver awareness courses, or court action in 2022. Additionally, a significant rise of 93% year-on-year has been reported in the number of drivers caught using a mobile phone while driving.
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Why Do Brits Love Grey? UK's Top Car Colour for the Sixth Consecutive Year
The love affair between British drivers and the colour grey shows no signs of fading! Recent figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveal that grey tops the charts as the most popular car colour in the UK for the sixth consecutive year. With a commanding market share of 26.8% of all new vehicles, a staggering 509,194 grey cars were registered in 2023, marking a significant 22.6% increase in volume and confirming that it is just the best car colour ever – apparently!
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Being Unaware of Changes to Driving Laws Could Catch Out Drivers in 2024
In anticipation of the upcoming changes to driving laws in 2024, motorists are strongly urged to stay informed to avoid potential fines. Auto Trader, the leading online vehicle sales and motoring advice website, has emphasised the importance of staying up to date with driving laws to prevent unwittingly violating the regulations due to changes. When was the last time most of us even looked at the driving laws – you would not be alone if you had to admit it was never.
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Owners of Fleets Need to Promote Breakdown Safety Awareness among Drivers
New research from the RAC highlights a concerning lack of awareness among drivers when it comes to safety measures after breaking down on the motorway. A staggering 78% of drivers surveyed would inadvertently jeopardise their safety by stopping on the hard shoulder, with only 22% opting to stand at the rear of their vehicle, a safe distance from traffic.
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RAC Show Electric Car Charging Point Targets on Motorways Missed
According to the RAC, the target to install a certain number of motorway electric vehicle charging points, specifically high-powered ones, has not been met. Guidelines issued by the government said that by the end of 2023, every single motorway service station in England should offer six ultra-rapid or rapid charges to drivers. However, the calculations and analysis carried out by the RAC demonstrate that only four in ten have actually managed to meet these criteria.
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Pavement Parking Ban Updates for Scotland
Scotland has officially implemented the ban on pavement parking, making it the first UK nation to do so. This move aims to enhance pedestrian safety by discouraging obstructive parking that puts individuals at risk.
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Understanding Fog Light Law
As we move further into winter, the days are going to get darker, and the need for fog lights is going to grow. It’s important to know when to use fog lights safely, but many drivers will simply switch on their fog lights even when they don’t need to, and they do risk breaking a few laws in the process.
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Nearly a Third of Drivers Don’t Follow Two-Second Rule
A shocking study recently conducted by the AA has found that up to 32% of all drivers are either unaware of, or simply choose not to acknowledge the two-second rule while driving.
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