Under the Road Traffic Act removing or interfering with site equipment including traffic cones and road signs could lead to an individual being fined up to £5000 and in some cases is punishable with a 6 month prison sentence. It may seem funny to use a traffic cone as a hat or a megaphone but […]

It is important to plan your route and plan ahead when setting off on a journey especially when you are driving alone. There are some obvious but simple things to consider: Breakdown Cover – You will feel relieved when you’re in a sticky situation and you have someone to call. Keep the number for the […]

Nissan car makers have introduced a new concept whereby technology combined with radar sensors will work alongside the driver in order to reduce accidents. We already have parking sensors in order to help us get into those small spaces. They act like having somebody beside the car telling you when you are about to hit […]

Plainclothed traffic wardens in unmarked cars are being used to issue parking fines, trapping unsuspecting motorists. A London council has been using the covert tactics despite the Parking and Traffic Appeals service overturning fines issued by non-uniformed officers. Merton council is spending more than £4,000 a month on privately hired cars for traffic wardens in […]

There are lots of schemes in place to help those who have a disability get out and about, whether it is by public or private transport. When travelling by public transport all station and train operators must have a disabled people’s protection policy. If you need assistance when travelling by public transport, you should contact […]

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders yesterday said 55,305 new cars were sold in August, down 17.5 per cent. Sales of petrol cars crashed 38 per cent as motorists switched to diesel. Experts said punters seemed to have been holding back until new 60-reg models hit the forecourts this month. Motorists are expected to […]

Drivers all have their pet hates but the list below highlights some of the most infuriating behaviour on the roads. Manners, or lack of – How difficult would it be to thank drivers for being courteous on the roads, or for drivers not to not pinch that parking spot you were waiting for. Box junctions […]

Over 250 miles of road in and around London are to be reserved for only the elite. Officials, sponsors, politicians, the media and athletes will have their own congestion free lanes, including parts of the M25 to make travelling to the Olympic stadium as stress free as possible. It is not just the designated lanes […]

Twelve new cycle paths are set to be introduced in the capital and stimulate a cycling revolution, making it safer and easier to commute. As part of the funding for Barclays Cycle Superhighways, Transport for London will be installing over 5,000 cycle parking space and putting money into cycle training and cycle lane maintenance. The […]

LONDON — Foreign diplomats in Britain have been accused of human trafficking, domestic violence, drink driving and threats to kill — and owe more than 36 million pounds in traffic fines, new figures reveal. Foreign Office figures show diplomatic missions owe 36,057,690 pounds for not paying London’s congestion charge since 2003 — and half a […]