Texas reports almost 70 crashes per day in work zones
In 2018, a total of 25,162 work zone
traffic crashes were reported in Texas, an average of nearly 70 crashes per day.
Work zone awareness campaign pleads: “Drive like you work here”
National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) has begun in the United States.
Now in its 19th year, the national public awareness campaign spreads the message...
IIHS says most pickups need better passenger protection
The majority of pickups recently put through the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) passenger-side small overlap front test struggled to maintain their structure,...
Trucking association recommends steps to tackle drug-impaired drivers
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has published research detailing solutions for tackling drug-impaired driving.
With more states legalizing both recreational and medical marijuana, professional...
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: resources for managers and drivers
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the United States.
The National Safety Council’s awareness campaign aims to draw attention to the impact distractions have...
Tyres older than 10 years could be banned on large vehicles
The UK government has launched a consultation to determine whether to ban older tyres from use on buses, coaches, heavy goods vehicles and mini-buses...
Preparing for Daylight Saving Time: driver safety tips
Daylight Saving Time (DST) starts in the US on Sunday March 10 and in the UK on Sunday March 31. The good news is...
Driving in the EU after Brexit
The UK Government has published details of the requirements for UK drivers when driving in Europe after Brexit.
The new rules state that, from 28...
UK Government updates guidance on international driving permits
The UK Government has announced that the rules for international driving permits are changing.
Current licence requirements for driving outside of UK
Currently, UK licence holders...