Road Safety
Ensuring load security
In the realm of road safety, load security is paramount. The proper securing of cargo during transportation is not only a legal obligation but also
Enhancing safety on England’s strateg...
Ensuring the safety of motorists on England’s Strategic Road Network (SRN), encompassing major motorways and A-roads, remains a paramount concern. Recent assessments indicate notable improvements
Samsara joins Driving for Better Business
Samsara, the pioneer of the Connected Operations® Platform, has joined forces with Driving for Better Business, a free-to-access business engagement programme from National Highways, to improve road safety
UK highways ranked 8th most hazardous for H...
Great Britain has the 8th highest yearly fatal HGV collision rate in Europe, according to analysis by SNAP, the haulage industry’s digital marketplace. New research
A large number of drivers affected by headl...
A quarter of drivers (25%) who find vehicle headlights too bright are driving less at night as a result, while 22% say they wish they
Urgent call for law to prevent deaths from ...
In light of recent tragic incidents, it has become imperative to address the critical safety concerns associated with lorry outriggers. The absence of stringent regulations
Wales’ default 20mph leads to fall in cas...
The first year of Wales’ default 20mph speed limit saw around 100 fewer people killed or seriously injured on 20mph and 30mph roads, statistics show.
The effects of road rage on commercial driv...
Road rage has become an increasingly common issue on British roads, and its impact is particularly pronounced for commercial drivers. Whether driving a lorry, van,
50% increase in drug driving deaths
There has been a 50% jump in drivers killed in collisions where the driver was under the influence of drugs, according to The AA Charitable
Police step up breath tests as deaths rise
New figures out today show a slight increase in the number of roadside breath tests carried out by Police. In 2023 there were 276,914 tests
