Speeding Fines and Mobile Phone Offenses Revealed in Home Office Figures New statistics released by the Home Office reveal a record-breaking number of speeding fines, with over 2.5 million drivers facing penalties, driver awareness courses, or court action in 2022. Additionally, a significant rise of 93% year-on-year has been reported in the number of drivers caught using a mobile phone while driving. Published: 20 February 2024
Launch of Council for Net Zero Transport Moves Closer to Sustainable Transportation A really important step was taken when the Council for Net Zero Transport was inaugurated on February 1st, 2024. This new group has been set up to play a pivotal role in the decarbonization of road transport in the UK. The Zemo Partnership, a collaborative platform dedicated to advancing low-carbon and sustainable transport, is behind the initiative and says the Council aims to provide a clear and strategic direction for getting the UK to meet the ambitious net-zero targets in the transport sector. Published: 12 February 2024
£4.5 Million Investment will bring a New Mercedes-Benz Dealership to Dungannon MBNI Truck & Van, Northern Ireland’s only Mercedes-Benz commercial dealer, has announced a £4.5 million investment into a new state-of-the-art dealership in Dungannon. Published: 09 February 2024
The Year of the Rat? RAC Say Critters are Causing Damage 2023 was declared the 'Unofficial Year of the Rodent' by the RAC due to a significant increase in animal-related car breakdowns. The conventional notion of a car breakdown leading to a hefty repair bill is challenged by new data from the RAC, revealing that it's not always major engine failures or head gasket issues causing financial strain. Surprisingly, small creatures like mice, rats, and foxes have emerged as unexpected culprits, leading to substantial problems for vehicle owners. Published: 05 February 2024
Should 17-Year-Old Drives Get Behind the Wheel of HGVs? Proposed changes allowing 17-year-olds to operate heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) under an accompanied driving scheme have sparked considerable controversy, with critics deeming the initiative "dangerous." Published: 29 January 2024
Off-the-Job Training Guide Released by the Department for Transport The Department for Transport (DfT) has published a new guide aimed at assisting businesses in optimizing off-the-job training for LGV and Urban Driver apprenticeships. Published: 22 January 2024
Being Unaware of Changes to Driving Laws Could Catch Out Drivers in 2024 In anticipation of the upcoming changes to driving laws in 2024, motorists are strongly urged to stay informed to avoid potential fines. Auto Trader, the leading online vehicle sales and motoring advice website, has emphasised the importance of staying up to date with driving laws to prevent unwittingly violating the regulations due to changes. When was the last time most of us even looked at the driving laws – you would not be alone if you had to admit it was never. Published: 15 January 2024
Third of All Drivers Would Ignore Weather Warnings With the Met office producing red weather warnings across the UK, you would think that most people would be sensible and change their driving plans accordingly, to avoid the risk of being caught in bad weather and suffering either an accident or a breakdown. However, a recent report conducted by the AA suggests that up to a third of all drivers would ignore a red warning, if it was an inconvenience to them. Published: 08 January 2024
Operation Tramline Yields 107 Offences in 4 Days on M40 and M42 in Warwickshire In a recent campaign of Operation Tramline, conducted between November 6 and 9, 2023, on the M40 and M42 in Warwickshire, law enforcement officers identified a total of 107 offences. The traffic spying sting is carried out using a National Highways-owned supercab Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV); officers patrolled the motorways, taking advantage of the elevated position of the cab to observe and address various driver behaviours across all types of vehicles. Published: 29 December 2023