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Urgent Road Safety Strategy Required As Casualty Figures Stall
New statistics from the Department for Transport show that 1,602 people lost their lives on Britain’s roads in the past year, with vulnerable users and young motorists continuing to face the greatest risks.
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Research Finds 95% Of Drivers Would Fail Their Theory Test Now
The vast majority of drivers in the UK would not pass their driving theory test if they were asked to sit it again, according to new findings from Direct Line motor insurance.
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Supermarket EV Chargers Surge By 34% In Just 18 Months
UK supermarkets have significantly expanded their electric vehicle (EV) charging provision, installing 1,001 new devices over the past year and a half, according to fresh analysis from Zapmap and the RAC.
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Tailgating Named Britain’s Most Irritating Driving Habit Once Again
Tailgating has once again been ranked the most annoying behaviour encountered on the roads, with more than a quarter of drivers citing it as their top frustration, according to new research by the AA.
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Don’t Be Fooled By This ‘Incredibly Convincing’ Text Scam
Drivers across the country are being urged to stay alert following the spread of a sophisticated text message scam. The fraudulent messages, which have already reached thousands of phones, claim the recipient has failed to settle a parking fine and warn that unless immediate payment is made via a link, extra charges could be added.
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Debunking Common Learner Myths And Misconceptions
A surprising number of drivers still believe long-standing myths about the driving test – misconceptions that may dent learners’ confidence and even reduce their chances of passing. Research by the AA Driving School reveals that one in six motorists wrongly thinks examiners work to a pass/fail quota.
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Insurers No Longer See Electric Cars As A Niche Risk
With more electric vehicles (EVs) on UK roads than ever before, car insurers are broadening their offerings and competing more actively to attract EV owners. This marks a shift away from earlier concerns among early adopters, who often found themselves paying noticeably higher premiums than drivers of petrol or diesel cars.
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The AA Urges Caution As Pothole Incidents Rise Across Scotland This Summer
The AA is warning motorists to take extra care on Scotland’s roads after a spike in pothole-related call-outs in July raised fresh concerns for holidaymakers and cyclists.
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Business Drivers Acknowledge Risky Habits Behind The Wheel
New research has revealed that many individuals who drive as part of their job are routinely engaging in poor driving practices, with behaviours such as tailgating, failing to use mirrors and neglecting to monitor speed featuring prominently.
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One In Three Drivers Ignore Two-Second Rule!
New findings from AA Accident Assist reveal that one in three drivers continues to either ignore or remain unaware of the ‘two-second rule’ when driving, a figure that has remained unchanged since last year.
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