With a phased return to school to begin in England from 8 March, IAM RoadSmart, the UK’s largest independent road safety charity, is reminding parents, carers, drivers and riders to be on full alert in the vicinity of schools. With…
Observed Runs Possible Recommencement
IAM RoadSmart has agreed that, assuming the Government’s current timetable remains unchanged, Associates may be able recommence Observed Runs from Monday 17th May 2021. These are unlikely to be conducted from the Guildford depot on a Sunday morning in the…
Smart Motorways criticised
Yesterday South Yorkshire’s senior coroner returned a verdict of unlawful killing following a collision between a lorry and a stationary car on a smart motorway stretch of the M1. One national newspaper journalist has stated that “the only smart thing…
What to do if you’re involved in a collision
If you’ve been involved in a collision on the road, you’ll know how scary it can be. But do you, and your family and friends, know what to do when it happens? Although many of us are spending a lot…
Give your family and friends essential new skills this Christmas and help keep them safe on the road
If you’re thinking about the best present to buy your family and friends this Christmas, then IAM RoadSmart’s Advanced Driver and Rider course gift vouchers are the perfect option. Priced at just £149, the vouchers provide that important person in your life with a…
Essentials to keep in your car this winter
Come snow, ice, sleet or rain, it’s always good to be prepared. As we head into winter, IAM RoadSmart’s Richard Gladman, head of driving and riding standards, has put together some practical tips on which essential items you should keep…
Don’t let Jack Frost strike – useful tips as you get back on the road this winter
We usually dress for the weather, and when the temperatures drop this means wrapping up with a hat, gloves, scarf, a big coat and appropriate shoes. So, it makes sense when you’re heading out this winter to adapt your driving…
Avoiding collisions with animals
With many people now spending more time at home due to current restrictions, the volume of traffic on the road will likely decrease. But for those still travelling to and from work or making other essential trips, some key road…
Rosemary passes ‘Fellow’ test
Congratulations to GAM member Rosemary Henderson who passed her IAM Fellowship re-test earlier in October. Rosemary is the first GAM member to take an IAM test for many months, and the first we can recall who has passed the 3…
Keeping pedestrians safe after dark
Now that summer is well and truly over and the clocks have reverted back to GMT, the nights will be drawing in. Statistically we see more incidents involving pedestrians and vulnerable road users from October to March than we do…