Roads
RAC: Desperate state of UK roads highlighte...
Despite a national coronavirus lockdown, RAC patrols went to the aid of a staggering 4,694 drivers who had most likely broken down as a result
Quietest Easter on the roads in at least ei...
Drivers are planning just 5.6m trips by car to see friends and family this Easter when Covid restrictions allow, the lowest number since the RAC
Researchers set out to improve driver behav...
A new research project has highlighted a number of ‘subtle changes’ that can nudge road users to behave more safely – without them being aware
Government funds 93 new gritters
The Government has invested over £16m to help Highways England roll out ninety three brand-new gritters for use this winter, ensuring traffic can continue to move smoothly
Government considers road pricing
Following reports in The Times that the Treasury is considering introducing road pricing to plug the budget shortfall as the nation switches to electric cars,
Robotic ‘pothole police’ innovator to r...
University spin out, Robotiz3d, is to begin developing the world’s first autonomous robot to patrol the streets in search of potholes, following successful private investment.
Keeping roadsides up to speed with vehicle ...
Roadworks of some form are encountered by many road-users daily. Despite being a cause of frustration and disruption to transport networks, they are an absolute
Budget 2020: Industry reaction and comment
Edmund King, AA president, described the Budget as a ‘Budget to keep Britain moving and gets us out of a hole’ and added: “Putting more
AA welcomes Government’s response to ...
Commenting on the Government’s response to the Transport Select Committee on local roads funding*, Jack Cousens, head of roads policy for the AA says; “For
Highways England geared up to help motorist...
More than 480 miles of roadworks will be lifted or completed on motorways and major A-roads to help families have smoother journeys over the August
