SUVs are more dangerous to pedestrians than smaller vehicles, say one third of Brits
Research by the UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, found that 32 percent of respondents believe larger vehicles pose a greater risk to pedestrians.
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Riders in Scotland urged to sign up to new events promoting motorcycle safety
Motorcyclists across Scotland can look forward to a series of events this spring and summer, with the return of Rider Refinement and an IAM RoadSmart Skills Day at Knockhill Circuit.
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North Wales driving experience puts road safety in the spotlight
The Welsh Wonders IAM RoadSmart Experience is returning to one of North Wales’s most scenic regions, combining road safety with a fun day out.
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Motorcycle skills session helps Northern Ireland riders get road‑ready for 2026
NI motorcyclists can sharpen their skills at a new County Antrim road safety event ahead of 2026.
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Drug-drive reoffending increases by 134% over last four years in England and Wales
Instances of drug-drive reoffending have surged by more than 134 percent in the last four years revealing a system that is broken and in need of urgent reform, according to victims and road safety campaigners.
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Dedicated Denbigh volunteer honoured with MBE After 40 years' service to road safety
A passionate motoring enthusiast from Denbigh, Wales has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours list for his exceptional dedication to improving road safety.
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Double amputee who lost legs in road traffic collision runs half marathon to raise funds for road safety charity
Defying the odds, double-amputee dad Shaun Whiter completes a 13-mile run on prosthetic blades to support leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart.
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Nearly half of young drivers illegally use phones to text at the wheel
Texting, social media use, and video calling is rife among 17-24-year-old drivers For new drivers within two years of gaining full licence, being caught using a mobile phone illegally risks leaving them with an astronomical £12,000 bill
Almost half (43%) of drivers aged 17-24 admit to illegally writing or reading a message at the wheel while driving, while a third (34%) confess to using a -
Volunteers celebrated at IAM RoadSmart’s annual awards event
· The awards paid tribute to a network of more than 5,000 volunteers and 160 local groups driving road safety forward
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has celebrated the outstanding efforts of its volunteer network at this year’s awards ceremony, paying tribute to individuals and groups who have gone the extra mile to champion road safety across the UK.
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REACTION: IAM RoadSmart response to Autumn Budget 2025
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Drivers and operators of conventional vehicles will breathe a sigh of relief that the Chancellor has kept the fuel duty freeze in place until at least September 2026. Owners of electric vehicles may feel more hard done by that a per mile charge is being introduced and much of the devil will be in the detail. It’s a tough balancing
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New research shows small businesses failing to educate workers on drink-driving dangers, particularly during festive period
Some businesses are putting other motorists’ lives at risk on the roads by failing to ensure their drivers are fully aware of the dangers of drink-driving, according to new research by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart
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Nearly half of Brits have had a difficult conversation with an older relative over their driving – as a third admit to feeling unsafe in the car with them
Nearly half of Brits have had tough talks with older relatives about their driving — and a third admit they’ve felt unsafe as passengers
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