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Hands on steering wheel in a car with blue autonomous-driving HUD icons and speed readouts over a coastal road

Hands on steering wheel in a car with blue autonomous-driving HUD icons and speed readouts over a coastal road

Could AI Stop a Crash Before It Happens?

New technology could identify up to 85% of potential collisions.

Sep 182 min read

Finger points at Android Auto on a car infotainment screen showing app icons, KOOL101, and 20:25 in a dim cabin

Finger points at Android Auto on a car infotainment screen showing app icons, KOOL101, and 20:25 in a dim cabin

Are Modern Cars Becoming Too Complicated?

New research reveals the best and worst infotainment systems for driver distraction.

Sep 153 min read

Hands using a tire pressure gauge to inflate a silver car wheel in a garage, focused and practical

Hands using a tire pressure gauge to inflate a silver car wheel in a garage, focused and practical

Tyres, Trust, and Responsibility

Most drivers check their mirrors. Many check their fuel. But when was the last time they checked their tyres? Fresh research has revealed that more than three-quarters of UK drivers believe employers should do more to ensure tyres are safe on vehicles used for work-related journeys. The finding highlights growing awareness of tyre safety and raises an interesting question for businesses: are organisations paying enough attention to the only part of a vehicle that actually tou

Sep 93 min read

Mechanic in blue coveralls holds wrenches and a rag beside a car in a garage, focused and ready to work.

Mechanic in blue coveralls holds wrenches and a rag beside a car in a garage, focused and ready to work.

Why Two-Thirds of Drivers Dread Taking Their Car in for Repairs

Are garages are doing enough to build trust with customers?

Sep 13 min read

Yellow crime scene tape reading DO NOT CROSS across flashing red and blue police lights in a dark scene

Yellow crime scene tape reading DO NOT CROSS across flashing red and blue police lights in a dark scene

The Incident That Brought the A55 to a Halt

Most motorway closures are caused by accidents, breakdowns or roadworks. This one was different. Police in North Wales were forced to shut part of the A55 after a stolen taxi entered the dual carriageway travelling in the wrong direction, creating a potentially catastrophic situation that unfolded after a cyclist was struck and several parked vehicles were damaged in Holyhead. Thankfully, officers were able to bring the vehicle to a stop before the incident became even more s

Aug 312 min read

Red road barriers surround a broken, water-filled street patch on a wet construction site, with puddle reflections and no people.

Red road barriers surround a broken, water-filled street patch on a wet construction site, with puddle reflections and no people.

The Surrey Road Hazard Catching Drivers Out

What looks like a simple puddle could be hiding a costly problem beneath the surface.

Aug 282 min read

Close-up of a MOT test certificate on paper, with bold black text and blurred details in a clean white background.

Close-up of a MOT test certificate on paper, with bold black text and blurred details in a clean white background.

MOT Testing Faces a Major Shake-Up

The DVSA is tightening the rules by requiring photographic evidence during inspections.

Aug 272 min read

Mechanic in grey coveralls using a red jack to lift a silver car on a paved driveway, focusing on the front wheel.

Mechanic in grey coveralls using a red jack to lift a silver car on a paved driveway, focusing on the front wheel.

The Costly Breakdown Problem Haunting Britain's Truck Fleets

An analysis of warranty claims reveals the faults causing the most problems for Britain's haulage firms.

Aug 262 min read

Why a £3.7 Million Ferrari Ended Up in a Police Pound

A Metropolitan Police enforcement operation has produced an unexpected star.

Aug 242 min read

Row of white cargo vans parked in a line on a paved lot under a bright sky, with no people visible.

Row of white cargo vans parked in a line on a paved lot under a bright sky, with no people visible.

Nearly Half of Business Drivers Lose Vehicle Time to Pothole Damage

Britain's pothole problem is costing businesses more than repairs.

Aug 212 min read

Cracked, crumbling asphalt road with faded white lane markings and potholes under bright sunlight.

Cracked, crumbling asphalt road with faded white lane markings and potholes under bright sunlight.

The Threat Facing Drivers This Summer Isn't Traffic

Extreme heat is testing the UK's roads, railways and vehicles.

Aug 183 min read

Cracked asphalt road with a raised manhole cover and faded white lane markings, showing wear and damage.

Cracked asphalt road with a raised manhole cover and faded white lane markings, showing wear and damage.

Plymouth Takes Aim at Britain's Road Repair Problem

The city's new £4 million-plus Project Pothole programme aims to repair 20,000 road defects.

Aug 52 min read

Excavator bucket pours dirt into a yellow road machine marked GRAEANU FYRDD GRITTING under a blue sky.

Excavator bucket pours dirt into a yellow road machine marked GRAEANU FYRDD GRITTING under a blue sky.

Why Gritters Are Hitting UK Roads in the Middle of Summer

Extreme weather is creating unexpected challenges for the UK's road network.

Jul 272 min read

AI traffic surveillance camera monitors cars on a blurred city highway between tall buildings.

AI traffic surveillance camera monitors cars on a blurred city highway between tall buildings.

The AI Speed Camera That Got Confused by a T-Shirt

Sometimes the smartest technology on the roadside still needs a second opinion.

Jul 172 min read

Futuristic self-driving car interior with blue HUD icons over a highway tunnel, showing navigation and autonomous driving tech

Futuristic self-driving car interior with blue HUD icons over a highway tunnel, showing navigation and autonomous driving tech

Cars are Watching You – and UK Drivers Should Pay Attention

What the new EU distraction warning rules mean for the UK.

Jul 152 min read

30 speed limit sign with a red border against a blurred, sunlit tree background

30 speed limit sign with a red border against a blurred, sunlit tree background

“Chilling” Speeds Defy Belief

A new RAC study has uncovered some of the most extreme speeding offences recorded by UK police.

Jul 142 min read

Finger pressing MODE on a car stereo console with labeled buttons like BAND, MP3, MUTE, SEEK, TRACK and DISC.

Finger pressing MODE on a car stereo console with labeled buttons like BAND, MP3, MUTE, SEEK, TRACK and DISC.

The Comeback of Physical Buttons

Why carmakers are bringing back old-school controls.

Jul 72 min read

Empty cracked asphalt road with white lane markings beside a black-and-white curb, grass verge, and sidewalk under a pole

Empty cracked asphalt road with white lane markings beside a black-and-white curb, grass verge, and sidewalk under a pole

Roads That Repair Themselves?

Engineers are testing self-healing asphalt that could repair cracks before they become potholes.

Jul 22 min read

Hand wearing a smartwatch grips a car steering wheel, with a blurred suburban road ahead on a cloudy day.

Hand wearing a smartwatch grips a car steering wheel, with a blurred suburban road ahead on a cloudy day.

Is Your Smartwatch Breaking the Law Behind the Wheel?

Drivers and fleets are being warned about a growing legal grey area.

Jul 12 min read

White car on a multilane road with blue driver-assist graphics, arrows, and a no-entry sign, suggesting safe navigation.

White car on a multilane road with blue driver-assist graphics, arrows, and a no-entry sign, suggesting safe navigation.

Can Drivers Trust Intelligent Speed Assist?

Real-world testing has found some systems misread up to one in four speed limit changes.

Jun 292 min read

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