As summer has drawn to an end, there may be a few things you want to get ticked off your ‘to-do’ list before the cold weather kicks and the nights get darker. Giving your car a good pre-winter wash down…
The sound of sirens – tips on how to help the emergency services
We can be driving to a destination, minding our own business, when out of nowhere there’s the sound of sirens. We probably have to idnetify which direction the sound and vehicle is coming from before we navigate ourselves into a…
Back to school – tips from IAM RoadSmart
2020 has been a whirlwind of a year and September has crept upon us again. Despite all the changes to our lives this year, September still means the kids are back at school and the school run routine is starting…
Bank holiday getaway – driving to your “staycation”
If you’re planning a bank holiday getaway then be sure to read our tips on how you can make your journey a safe and stress-free one. Here’s IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman, to help you…
Are we there yet? Our essential guide to surviving a journey with children
Most people know that travelling with children can be quite stressful. With a bit of know-how, it needn’t be a hassle. Rebecca Ashton, Head of Policy and Research at IAM RoadSmart, is on hand with some useful tips for making…
Looking after your mental health post-lockdown
Lockdown has not just had an impact on driving skills, it’s created new psychological pressures too – on drivers and riders at home and in business. Many people have spent the last few months worrying about COVID-19 and how it…
Towing your way to your favourite staycation
Many holidaymakers have had to ditch a trip abroad and opt for outdoor “staycations” this year, so there will be more people than ever dusting off their caravan and packing for a summer getaway. An estimated 10.5 million drivers made…
Pubs set to re-open in England but leave your car at home
As pubs and restaurants in England open for the first time in months on Saturday 4 July, the UK’s leading independent road safety charity is reminding people to make wise choices, and if they’re having a drink and leave their…
Cycle lane road signs and markings – new enforcement powers are given to local councils
New powers have been granted to local councils to enforce cycle lanes – but do you know your road markings? Ignorance of the law is no defence, so with new bicycle facilities popping up all over our towns and cities…
Driving in heavy rain: Tips from IAM RoadSmart
With the Met Office issuing yellow weather warnings for heavy rain, thunder storms and possible floods across the country, here are some tips for driving in the rain from Richard Gladman, IAM RoadSmart head of driving and riding standards. Heavy…