Stay alert on the road this winter
With dark, cold mornings in abundance right now, it can be hard to get going once the alarm goes off, especially if you haven’t had a good night’s sleep.
Topics: Cars and traffic
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Britain is braced for Storm Isha.
After a week or so of freezing temperatures, it’s time to batten down the hatches, as a band of heavy rain and strong winds is set to hit most parts of the UK on Sunday and Monday
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Banish the pothole blues
With pothole-related breakdowns at a 5-year-high, they can be an unavoidable part of driving these days
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IAM RoadSmart joins New National Partnership to Tackle Pothole Epidemic.
A new partnership has been launched today (15 January) between road user organisations and the road repairs industry to help tackle the scourge of potholes
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Government to get tough on street works in a bid to cut traffic levels
New proposals from the Government’s Plan for Drivers to cut traffic caused by street works
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Driving and living with a disability, by Mike Jones
Mike passed his driving test in 1982 at 17 years old and his motorcycle test in 2004. He became an IAM RoadSmart Observer in early 2022.
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IAM RoadSmart welcomes publication of headlight glare report
Responding to an IAM RoadSmart backed report into headlight glare, Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: "Drivers are increasingly telling us they are concerned by modern headlights and some are now even limiting the amount of time they spend driving during darkness to avoid glare. Being dazzled by a headlight has a worrying impact on road safety and we need policymakers to take thi
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Driving home for Christmas
If you’re planning to travel during Christmas, it’s important to be aware of any traffic that could impact your journey. According to the AA, drivers are expected to make an estimated 16.1 million separate trips by car to see friends and family between Monday, December 19th, and Christmas Eve.
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IAM RoadSmart responds to National Highways 3-year Smart Motorway report
Responding to the publication of National Highways' third annual progress report, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “It stands to reason that if you permanently remove a hard shoulder from the motorway, it will make breaking down on one more risky if you do not reach a refuge area. There remain many miles of all lane running motorways on the network and perhaps it’
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IAM RoadSmart respond to latest Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) statistics
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes responds to latest Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) statistics.
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More than a quarter of drivers say there are instances where it is okay to drink or drug drive
In the run up to Christmas, a national survey of UK drivers by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that more than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s okay to drive under the influence.
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IAM RoadSmart responds to latest DfT statistics
Department for Transport (DfT) publish latest road casualties statistics.
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Driving safely this winter
Driving safely during any season is essential but is especially important when faced with the challenges of winter. National Highways are on hand with some helpful advice for all motorists.
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Eight million drivers stuck in a rut with a pothole-damaged vehicle
More than half of British drivers are regularly steering away or braking hard to try and avoid damage from potholes.
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Letter to Chancellor: VAT rate on motorcycle air vests
IAM RoadSmart is calling on the Chancellor to consider removing the 20% VAT rate which is currently levied on the sale of motorcycle air vests.
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Celebrating our Trustees at IAM RoadSmart
Trustees' Week is an annual event to mark the amazing work trustees do to help shape and guide charities. It’s an opportunity to celebrate and thank those who volunteer their time and expertise with passion and commitment.
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More than half a million drivers just a text away from a driving ban
There are more than half-a-million drivers with six points on their licence who are a text, like or an emoji away from an automatic driving ban, according to new analysis of DVLA data by UK road safety charity IAM RoadSmart.
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IAM RoadSmart-backed petition calling on action by the UK government to save motorcyclists’ lives
IAM RoadSmart has launched a petition calling on the government to scrap VAT on life-saving air vests which are currently subject to 20% VAT rate.
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IAM RoadSmart CEO optimistic about future of motorcycle safety, despite lack of government progress
IAM RoadSmart has embarked on a campaign alongside seven industry bodies, with a mission to lobby parliament to refocus on motorcyclist safety and prevent the disproportionate risks that riders face every day on UK roads.
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The gig issue… delivery companies urged to do more to protect safety of motorcyclists
The UK’s leading road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is urging food delivery companies that employ gig workers who ride motorcycles, such as Deliveroo and Just Eat, to introduce stronger measures to protect their safety, particularly in challenging weather and road conditions.
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