An illegal immigrant known as Iqbal Singh absconded after being refused permanent leave to remain in the UK after arriving from India back in 2000. This chain of events lead to Mr Singh killing a father of four after falling asleep at the wheel in December last year. Malcolm Anderson was travelling back from a […]

We need to learn the art of carrying an extra bag and put the waste in it. The report released by the Highways Agency asks for immediate attention on the matter. It states that 250,000 sacks of litter are cleared from motorways every year. The amount of money could be used to do something constructive […]

An internal inquiry done by the Department for Transport has found that thousands of drivers deemed ‘high risk’ have been able to get back behind the wheel without undergoing medical checks. Drivers who lose their licence due to refusing to give a breath sample, those that are disqualified for driving twice in two years and […]

New Zealanders will now have to wait until they are 16 before learning to drive, the previous minimum driving age was 15. The new law which was introduced on August 1st was introduced alongside two other laws which are aimed to reduce accidents involving young motorists. Another law imposed now states that those under the […]

A father from Bradford bought his son a car for his 17th birthday and found that to insure it for third party, fire and theft would cost him in excess of £9,000. One quote came in at a staggering £26,000. Research has shown that 93% of young drivers feel that they are given unrealistic quotes […]

Saudi Arabia will see women come out in force on Friday 17th June when they fight for their rights to be able to drive. Currently there is no law banning women however, the interior ministry imposes regulations stipulating women should not drive and there are consequences if caught driving. Female activists have started a campaign […]

2 million people are thought to be attending street parties today with more than 4000 formal applications put in for road closures and many others arranging street parties at short notice. David Cameron has clearly stated that if you want to have a street party then have one. It is hoped that councils will allow […]

Traffic safety data has put the UK on top, showing that statistically we have the lowest level of fatalities per 100,000 of the population. However, it is important to consider other factors that could contribute to the way this leader board is devised: The number of drivers on the road Level of car ownership Kilometres […]

We all have legal obligations as a driver. Not only for ourselves but the vehicles we drive. You are legally culpable if you fail to meet certain criteria outlined by the DVLA. In order to drive, you must hold the appropriate licence for that vehicle. By holding a full driving licence this does not entitle […]

Road safety is paramount, yet poor attitude from drivers can often lead to road accidents. Drivers of all ages, in particular young drivers need utmost concentration when driving. Yet many young drivers succumb to peer pressure and end up ferrying their friends around. Passengers can be a real distraction, especially if the driver is keen […]