Tag : IAM RoadSmart
IAM RoadSmart to debut online risk management system at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
IAM RoadSmart is returning to the Great British Fleet Event for 2024 to showcase its latest developments in fleet road risk management.
Over quarter of drivers think okay to drink- or drug-drive on occasion
More than a quarter (27%) of drivers think there are circumstances when it’s okay to drive under the influence, a new survey has revealed.
Road Safety Week 2023: Rising risks posed by defective tyres
New research revealing the risks to drivers from defective tyres has been published for Road Safety Week 2023.
IAM RoadSmart announces major organisational changes
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has announced key organisational changes to spearhead change in road safety policy and regulation.
‘Shocking level’ of drug-driving among younger drivers
Almost a third of young drivers may have driven after taking illegal drugs or been in a vehicle where the driver has been under the influence, … Read More »
Over half of drivers tested at roadside found positive for drug-driving
High numbers of drivers have tested positive for drink- or drug-driving in a national policing operation.
Motorists’ top concerns revealed in IAM RoadSmart Driving Safety report
IAM RoadSmart has published its latest annual Driving Safety Culture report, revealing driver concerns over the cost of motoring, safety issues, and drink and drug driving.
Third of company car drivers think drug-driving is acceptable, finds IAM
Company car drivers are more likely to drive under the influence of drink or drugs and take risks on distracted driving compared to private drivers, new … Read More »
One in 10 motorists have driven after taking illegal drugs
Drug-driving in the UK has reached epidemic proportions, with potentially millions of motorists getting behind the wheel after consuming illegal drugs.
Two-thirds of UK motorists support ban on e-scooters
More than two-thirds (68%) of UK motorists would support a law totally banning e-scooter usage, according to a new poll.
60% of motorists are worried about driving on Britain’s roads
New research commissioned by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart has revealed that potentially millions of drivers are worried about driving on Britain’s roads.
Tony Greenidge to step down as IAM RoadSmart CEO
IAM RoadSmart CEO Tony Greenidge is to step down after four years with the road safety charity.
Almost half of motorists support blanket 20mph limits
Support for reducing the speed limit on all urban roads from 30mph to 20mph has increased in recent years with almost half of drivers now in … Read More »
Shocking levels of speeding during first lockdown revealed in new stats
More than 50% of cars and vans exceeded the speed limit in towns and on motorways in 2020, as drivers took advantage of the emptier roads … Read More »
New research reveals fatigue is serious problem for drivers
One in 10 drivers have momentarily fallen asleep behind the wheel, potentially putting their lives and other drivers’ at risk.
Covid impact on driving for work and employee wellbeing explored in new white paper
The vital subject of how to improve work-related road safety – and employee wellbeing – in the wake of Covid-19 has come under focus in a … Read More »
Speeding becoming less acceptable, new research reveals
Speeding is becoming more of a taboo among motorists, with some now considering it less acceptable than they did five years ago.
Potholes now more rising concern for motorists than drink driving or texting
Potholes are becoming a growing concern for drivers, overtaking texting and drink driving in problem ratings.
Advanced Driver Training proves popular with Northern Powergrid fleet drivers
Fleet drivers at Northern Powergrid have responded enthusiastically to the firm’s new Advanced Driver Training, with scores of employees taking up the offer.
UK road deaths down significantly due to lockdown
New figures show a significant reduction in UK road deaths and casualties as a direct result of the fall in traffic during lockdown conditions.
Fleets, leasing firms and dealers urged to train drivers on ADAS
Training fleet drivers at vehicle handover could ensure that advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are used correctly, making them a road safety benefit and not a … Read More »
Tony Greenidge becomes official IAM RoadSmart CEO
Industry stalwart Tony Greenidge has officially been appointed as chief executive officer at IAM RoadSmart after stepping up on an interim basis earlier this year.
Driver risk concerns as Covid-19 impacts Christmas travel plans
Delays or changes to Christmas travel plans due to coronavirus concerns could bring safety issues for drivers with “potentially catastrophic consequences”.
Motorists back crackdown on speeding outside schools
More than four out of five of UK drivers would back the use of speed cameras to target speeding drivers outside schools, but drivers are less … Read More »
Greater police use of dashcams could improve road safety
Clearer guidelines are needed to encourage greater police use of mobile safety cameras and dashcams to prosecute motorists flouting the law.
Speeding must become as socially unacceptable as drink driving, says IAM
Excessive speeding is now seen as acceptable on the motorway and on residential roads by many drivers – prompting renewed calls for major action.
Use apprenticeship cash to fund driver training, fleets urged
Fleets should use funds from the Government’s Apprenticeship Levy to provide driver training, keeping young workers safer and potentially saving lives.
Government, carmakers and dealers all have role to cut driver distraction, says IAM RoadSmart
Cutting the risks posed by driver distraction requires action by the Government, carmakers and dealers to ensure onboard tech is being used safely.
Latest crash statistics reveal no improvement in UK road deaths
The UK’s largest independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is calling for the Government to lead driving down death and injury on UK roads after a … Read More »
Comment: The true impact of Covid on our roads
The Covid-19 pandemic has been akin to a car crash for the UK’s health and economy. But collateral damage caused by the virus has also impacted … Read More »