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Over a third of drivers admit wearing risky summer footwear behind the wheel
More than a third of motorists admit driving in flip-flops, sliders or other open-backed footwear during the summer months, according to new research from IAM RoadSmart.
11:30 | 6 AugTyreSafe announces partnership with global tyre brands
Two global tyre brands have joined forces with TyreSafe to help promote the importance of regular tyre maintenance and support road safety education for motorists.
11:08 | 5 AugNorfolk launches campaign to improve motorcycle safety – with free resources for road safety partners
A new road safety campaign encouraging riders, drivers and pedestrians to recognise their shared responsibility for preventing serious collisions involving motorcyclists has been launched by the Norfolk Road Safety Partnership.
14:14 | 4 AugNew AI camera to help police target offenders in Suffolk
Suffolk Police is the latest force to deploy AI technology, designed specifically to detect the unlawful use of mobile handheld devices by drivers and non-compliance with the wearing of seatbelts.
09:48 | 4 AugNational first as Merseyside Police deploy evidential roadside drink-driving technology
Merseyside Police has become the first force in the UK to deploy evidential roadside alcohol-testing technology in a bid to detect and deter drink-driving among returning holidaymakers.
09:09 | 3 AugWatch & listen
Watch: Don’t put drugs in the driving seat (THINK!)
09.44 | 19 Dec | More videosWatch: The IMPACT Priority Setting Partnership (PSP)
09.45 | 16 Dec | More videosWatch: Mental Models intervention – Motorcyclists
17.57 | 18 Aug | More videosWatch: More shocking driving caught on dashcam: Op Snap Devon & Cornwall
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