Drivers Take Scenic Detours, Adding 20% to Travel Time
Nearly two-thirds of West Midlands drivers admit to taking longer routes for scenic views, adding an average of 20% to their journey time, a new survey reveals.
Category : Traffic Updates
Two-car crash near Walsall: paramedics attend, man uninjured
A man was assessed and discharged by paramedics after a two-car crash on Littlewood Lane, Cheslyn Hay near Walsall on Monday July 27.
New DVLA 3 Point Rule for Seatbelt Offenders Under Burnham
Drivers could face 3 penalty points for not wearing a seatbelt under a proposed DVLA rule change now under consideration by Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
25,000 Speeding Fines on Birmingham's Worst Road
Over 25,000 motorists have been fined on Birmingham's A4540 New John Street West since 2025, with average speed cameras catching 18,500 in 2025 alone, as enforcement intensifies.
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Kings Norton Crash: Police Cordon on Masshouse Lane
A road traffic collision has closed Masshouse Lane in Kings Norton, with police cordoning off the area near Shannon Road junction. Motorists are advised to avoid the route and seek alternatives.
M6 delays: 70-minute queues after oil spillage closes lanes
Drivers faced up to 70-minute delays on the M6 after an oil and fuel spillage near Spaghetti Junction closed all lanes, causing 7-mile tailbacks.
Trucker Asleep at Wheel Causes Motorway Crash
A trucker fell asleep at the wheel on a West Midlands motorway, causing a serious crash that blocked all lanes for several hours. Police urge drivers to take breaks.
Diesel tops 175p per litre, Burnham warns of 'grim' rise
Unleaded petrol rose 0.6p to 157.81p per litre while diesel hit 175.71p. RAC predicts 160p petrol and 180p diesel by end of week. New PM Andy Burnham comments on fuel crisis.
Hammond Convicted of Speeding in Bentley and Porsche
Richard Hammond, former Top Gear host, has been convicted of speeding in a Bentley and a Porsche. He was fined £2,000 and banned from driving for six months.
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Richard Hammond speeding fines total £1,771
Former Top Gear star Richard Hammond has been fined £1,771 and handed seven penalty points after West Mercia Police caught him speeding in a Porsche and Bentley in December 2025.
M6 traffic builds after lorry spill near Spaghetti Junction
M6 southbound closed between J6 and J5 near Birmingham after a lorry overturned and shed steel rods. Diversion route via A5127, B4137, A47, A452. No reopening time given.
Four Gambian nationals killed in A38 crash near Derby
A seven-month-old baby girl and three adults from Birmingham died when their car left the A38 and hit trees near Derby on Saturday. The driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Fire Near Villa Park Triggers Road Closures in Aston
A fire on Witton Road near Villa Park has forced road closures in Aston, Birmingham. Drivers are advised to avoid the area as congestion builds on surrounding routes.
M6 Delays Near Birmingham After Lorry Sheds Load
A lorry shed its load on the M6 near Birmingham causing miles of congestion. Motorists faced delays of over two hours as emergency services cleared the debris.
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Shed Load on M6 Near Birmingham Causes Major Delays
A shed load on the M6 near Birmingham has closed the motorway southbound, causing delays of up to 90 minutes. Police advise diversions.
Tyburn Road Closed for Hours After Serious Collision
The A38 Tyburn Road near Salford Circus remains closed in both directions after a serious crash early July 27. West Midlands Police warns drivers to avoid.
Birmingham Route Closed After Serious Incident
A key Birmingham road remains shut as police investigate a serious incident. Diversions are in place for the A38 Aston Expressway, with no reopening time confirmed.
Four dead in A38 crash; driver arrested
Four people, including a baby girl, have died and one man is injured after a car crashed into trees on the A38 near Derby. The driver, 33, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
M6 motorists hit by four hours of delays following collision
Motorists faced up to four hours of delays on the M6 southbound near Cannock after a collision involving a black Ford closed lanes between junctions 13 and 12 on Sunday morning.
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HS2 Works Cause Major M42 Closures in Birmingham
Drivers warned of weekend closures on M42, M6toll from July to September as HS2 engineers build Water Orton viaducts and twin box structure simultaneously to minimize long-term disruption.
M6 Southbound Halted After Collision Near Stafford
A collision on the M6 southbound near Stafford has brought traffic to a halt, with stationary queues stretching from Penkridge to Junction 13. Motorists face delays on Sunday July 26.
Brentwood Bridleway Diversion and August Road Closures
Essex County Council has issued a diversion order for Bridleway 183 and confirmed multiple road closures across Brentwood in August 2026, affecting several villages and the town centre.
Offal Spillage on M6 Closed Lanes Near Stafford
A spillage of offal on the M6 near Stafford closed two lanes, causing significant traffic delays. Clean-up crews worked to remove the animal waste.
Drivers Caught Most by Red Light Cameras in Afternoons
New data reveals drivers are most often caught by red light cameras between 12pm and 4:59pm, with afternoons seeing highest offence numbers across multiple police forces.
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Bus Diverted After Crash on Birmingham Road
A bus was diverted and roads closed after a multi-vehicle crash on a Birmingham road; emergency services responded to the incident causing significant traffic disruption.
Offal spillage closes M6 near Stafford, all lanes reopen
All lanes on the M6 near Stafford have reopened after an offal spillage caused congestion and lane closures on Tuesday morning. Drivers faced delays as cleanup crews worked.
M42 Tamworth crash closes motorway southbound
A serious crash involving a motorbike and a car has closed the M42 southbound between J10 and J9 in Warwickshire. Emergency services, including Warwickshire Police, are at the scene. Drivers face long delays.
M6 Offal Spillage Causes 80-Minute Delays
An offal spillage on the M6 near Stafford has led to 80-minute delays, with two lanes closed and miles of congestion. Emergency services are on scene for cleanup.
Lane Closure Near Merry Hill Shopping Centre
A lane closure near Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Dudley will cause delays from March 10 to 14, affecting the A4036.
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Midlands Braces for Heavy Rain Over Final July Weekend
The Midlands is set for heavy downpours this weekend as a band of rain moves southeast, with up to 32mm possible in some areas, ending the recent dry spell.
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