Tag : National Highways

Free Driving for Work Policy Builder launches for fleets

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An interactive Driving for Work Policy Builder to help companies running fleets tackle their legal responsibilities has officially launched in the UK.

National Highways to lift 850+ miles of roadworks for Easter holidays

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National Highways is making the Easter getaway easier this year by lifting more than 850 miles of roadworks over the bank holiday.

Drivers’ shocking manoeuvres near traffic officers captured in new footage

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National Highways has released new footage capturing a series of frightening near misses for traffic officers and road workers due to dangerous drivers.

National Highways campaign cracks down on lane hoggers and tailgaters

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National Highways is calling on lane hoggers and tailgaters to change their driving style as it warns of the dangers to safety.

Hunt for lost sheep drives traffic officers baa-rmy

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National Highways officers sprung to the rescue last week when a lamb got stuck in the central reservation of the busy M1.

Mobile phone detection cameras could be rolled out nationwide

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Trials of cameras that spot motorists using mobile phones or not wearing a seatbelt are being rolled out further ahead of possible national deployment.

Tyre faults come out top in latest breakdown figures 

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Tyre issues are the top cause of breakdowns in February and March, new research from National Highways reveals.

Robot dog to help National Highways map out ‘ruff’ terrain in South West

3 months ago / 0 comments

An autonomous robot dog has joined the survey team at National Highways in a ‘spot’ of innovation for its geotechnical surveys.

Free event to help van fleets navigate the year ahead

4 months ago / 0 comments

Fleets can sign up for a free event showcasing the latest innovations and strategies to help them chart a course to success.

National Highways to lift 1,000+ miles of roadworks for festive getaway  

5 months ago / 0 comments

National Highways is to remove more than 1,000 miles of roadworks ahead of the festive getaway. 

High levels of tyre-related breakdowns amid summer getaway

9 months ago / 0 comments

One in six reported vehicle breakdowns on England’s major A-roads and motorways were tyre-related during the first weekend of the summer getaway in 2023. 

National Highways plans for 2,500 rapid charge points by 2030

12 months ago / 0 comments

National Highways has published proposals for the future of England’s motorways and major A-roads, including plans to support a major rollout of rapid charge points.