Gear Up and Go: Festival Bound with Good Vibes and Great Driving.
The summer is jam-packed with music and dance events, from Glastonbury to the Isle of Wight to Reading, signalling the official start of festival season.
Categories: road safety
REACTION: IAM RoadSmart comments on the British Medical Association's calls to lower the drink-drive limit
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “The number of people killed on our roads where at least one driver was over the limit has remained stubbornly high for over a decade. Cutting the drink-drive limit would be a positive step forward in reducing road casualties but we also need to see an increased emphasis on re-training. Evidence suggests that those who take a drink
Keep yourself and others safe by not drinking or driving after the football game.
The countdown is on to Euro 2024. Over 31 days, and with 24 football games to watch, there is a lot to get excited about.
Safer roads for all: IAM RoadSmart manifesto calls on political parties to prioritise road safety
Manifesto calls for all parties to commit to an updated road safety strategy and a national roads renewal programme
Focus should be on skills, infrastructure, and enforcement
The UK’s largest independent road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has published its manifesto “safer roads for all” calling on all political parties to bring forward plans to reduce the numbers of killed and seriously inj
Banish the pollen blues with these top tips from IAM RoadSmart.
Hay fever season is in full swing, and there is nothing worse than battling through the day constantly sneezing with a runny nose, headache, and itchy eyes, especially when driving.
Step back to the 1970s with former Advanced Driving Instructor, Ashley Ponting
Remember the 1970s? Flares, disco, Ford Cortina’s? For former Advanced Driving and Fleet Training Instructor Ashley Ponting, it was the start of a 50-year journey with IAM RoadSmart. Ashley took his Advanced test in an MG Midget (£1,025 on the road) at the County Ground car park in Swindon and, on successfully passing, joined the Bristol IAM RoadSmart Group, eventually becoming Group Secretary.
Urban Driving: A Skills Refresher.
The days are getting longer, the weather is slowly improving, and that means getting out more, but driving in and around an unfamiliar big city can be stressful. It’s important to be patient and aware of your surroundings.
Keeping to a reduced speed limit is just one of the challenges when navigating busy streets. IAM RoadSmart has some top tips for navigating busy city roads.
Stay legal.
The human cost of the pothole pandemic
Britian’s pothole pandemic is leaving drivers tearing out their hair and the state of the road network is laid bare by the publication of the AIA’s annual Alarm report earlier this month. It found that less than half (47%) of local road miles were rated as being in good condition, with 36% adequate and 17% poor.
The RAC estimates that, on average, there are around six potholes per mile on cou
A third of advanced drivers support confiscation of mobile phones for offenders behind the wheel
A third of advanced drivers support confiscation of mobile phones for offenders behind the wheel
•Survey shows opinion is split on whether current penalties are sufficient
•Distraction caused by illegal phone use at the wheel seen as a
Joe’s Journey to IAM RoadSmart success.
28-year-old Joe Allenby, who hails from Lincoln, is a member of the Lincolnshire Advanced Motorcyclists and has recently passed his IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider Test.
Having ridden motorbikes on the road aged 16 and 17, Joe went on to pass his driving test and was keen to get his motorbike licence. However, life took over, and after getting married and raising a family, Joe was ready again fo
Easter getaway; motorcycling on the continent.
With the clocks set to go forward on Easter Sunday, the days will be longer and the evening’s lighter. The long-awaited Easter break is the perfect time to get on your motorcycle and get away.
Find out how you can best prepare for your journey abroad with these tips from IAM RoadSmart.
Do your POWDERY checks. Is your vehicle ready for a long journey? Ensuring your motorcycle is in tip-t
Glaring errors: the impact of LED headlights.
Bright LED headlights are leaving motorists dazzled and dazed at night, and now the government is under pressure to act.
IAM RoadSmart responds to the government's safer roads announcement.
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “Additional funding to improve the safety of our road infrastructure is of course very welcome, but if we are to significantly bring down the number of casualties, more funding will be needed. Moreover, we need to see an updated road safety strategy from Ministers to understand how they will also focus on education, behaviour chang
IAM RoadSmart’s reaction to the Spring Budget.
PRESS STATEMENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - 06 March 2024
IAM RoadSmart’s reaction to the Spring Budget.
IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said: “
IAM RoadSmart joins forces with Young Driver Foundation to upskill next generation of drivers
Younger drivers are disproportionately involved in road traffic collisions
IAM RoadSmart to host webinar with Mental Health Motorbike
PRESS RELEASE, 26 January 2024
IAM RoadSmart to host webinar with Mental Health Motorbike
Mental Health Motorbike will be the first partner to work with IAM RoadSmart,
New online sessions commencing January 2024 will be complimentary for members
The UK’s leading road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has launched its complimentary webinar platform for members which will focus on key areas a
IAM RoadSmart responds to Government's MOT proposals
Responding to the Government's proposals to maintain MOT testing frequency at its current level, IAM RoadSmart Director of Policy and Standards Nicholas Lyes said:
“An MOT gives drivers confidence their vehicle is conforming to minimum roadworthiness standards, and many see it as an essential technical health check. Well-maintained vehicles make our roads safer and reduce the chances of collis
JAMIE’S DRIVE TO EXCELLENCE
Not content with passing his driving theory test the day after his 17th birthday and his driving test just two months later, 17-year-old Jamie Rodwell from Gray’s, an IT student at South Essex College of Further & Higher Education, went on to pass the IAM RoadSmart’s Advanced Driving Test
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.
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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