The GAM Committee has decided to introduce fixed times for the Induction session for Associates, which has to be completed before the Associate undergoes their first Observed Run. The sessions will be held online on the second Monday of every…
New Year’s Message from IAM’s CEO
The CEO of IAM RoadSmart, Antony Kildare, has provided a New Year’s message, which can be found here.
New GAM mobile ‘phone number
Due to circumstances beyond GAM’s control, we have changed our mobile ‘phone number to 07396 821263 with immediate effect. GAM apologise for any inconvenience caused by this recent change.
Change of Timings for Observed Sunday Runs in 2024
Following discussion, the committee is reducing the three observed runs on a Sunday morning from the Guildford depot to two observed runs. The 9.15am run stays at 9.15am, the 10.30 run moves to 10.45am and the 11.45am run has been…
Government plans for novice drivers to drive lorries could lead to ‘chaos’, warns IAM RoadSmart
Government plans that could see novice drivers being allowed to automatically drive lorries have been condemned by the UK’s leading independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart. A recent government consultation suggested that drivers who possess a category B car licence…
‘E-scooter carnage must stop’ urges IAM RoadSmart
The UK’s largest independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is urging the Government to do much more to drive down the number of deaths and injuries on Britain’s roads. This comes in the wake of the Department for Transport’s (DfT)…
Driverless technology needs education, as road safety charity warns self-driving vehicles will not eliminate crashes
Road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, is urging MPs to get the government to prioritise driver training for self-driving vehicles to keep roads safe. Driverless cars will not eliminate crashes, as lack of real-world testing and over-reliance on technology could lead…
Need help with your fuel bills?
One of the uncomfortable consequences of global events recently that affects all car users is the ever rising cost of petrol and diesel, and, not far behind, the rising cost of electricity. It is becoming increasingly common to see lines…
Tips for Avoiding a Breakdown
With rail strikes causing travel chaos for millions across the UK, more people are using the roads this week which has meant a spike in congestion. Breaking down can be dangerous and incredibly inconvenient, particularly if you’re travelling with children…
Keep your distance! Tailgating ranked as the biggest cause of driver distraction
Being followed too closely by other drivers is the behaviour that distracts motorists most on Britain’s roads, latest research reveals. A survey commissioned by the UK’s leading independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, asked 1,000 motorists to rank a series…