72% of Drivers Back Compulsory Eyesight Tests for Elderly Motorists
New survey reveals strong public backing for mandatory vision checks every three years for drivers aged 70 and over, with road safety experts highlighting age-related risks.
Category : Traffic Updates
Labour's EV Tax Backfire: Electric Car Sales Plunge
Labour's new pay-per-mile car tax for electric vehicles has backfired, causing a significant drop in EV sales despite previous growth. Industry warns the policy is unsustainable.
Speeding Fines Could Be Overturned After Camera Flaw
National Highways reveals technical anomaly affecting HADECS cameras since 2019, with 2,650 erroneous activations identified. Independent investigation launched.
DVLA Urged to Launch New Number Plate Rules as Epidemic Sweeps UK
The DVLA is under pressure to implement stricter number plate regulations as drivers increasingly use 'ghost' plates to evade ANPR cameras. Transport officials confirm urgent action is being taken.
£100 Fines for Excessive Horn Honking Proposed in Surrey
Tandridge District Council considers Public Spaces Protection Order targeting pavement parking and excessive horn use in Caterham Valley, with potential £100 penalties.
Older Drivers Forced Off Roads by Headlight Glare
New research reveals 55% of UK drivers say headlight glare makes roads unsafe at night, with older motorists particularly affected and many reducing night driving.
Birmingham Drivers Warned of New 30mph Fines on Busy Roads
Birmingham City Council has implemented new 30mph speed limits on over two dozen major roads, with drivers facing fines and increased enforcement including speed cameras.
Birmingham Adds More Average Speed Cameras on Roads
Birmingham City Council announces installation of new average speed cameras at six locations as part of ongoing road safety emergency measures to reduce speeding.
DVLA Campaign Targets 150,000 Untaxed Vehicles
The DVLA's new 'Nobody Wins' campaign warns drivers of the consequences of untaxed vehicles, with over 150,000 clamped last year across the UK.
Million Drivers Risk Fines Over Expired Licences
Around one million UK motorists are estimated to be driving with expired licences, risking fines up to £1,000, penalty points, and invalid insurance coverage.
NI First in UK with Graduated Driving Licences
Northern Ireland introduces Graduated Driving Licences for young drivers, with strong support from lorry drivers and road safety experts.
Asda Tops Petrol Price Charts, Beating Rivals
Asda has been revealed as the cheapest supermarket for petrol in the UK, with prices significantly lower than Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's. Experts advise drivers on maximising fuel efficiency during wet weather conditions.
24 Counties to Escape UK Snow Bomb from Tuesday
Birmingham and West Midlands face plunging temperatures as snow bomb hits, but 24 counties south of Birmingham will escape snowfall next week according to weather maps.
Petrol Prices Drop to Lowest Since 2021, Says RAC
Fuel prices have fallen to their lowest point since 2021, with petrol averaging 131p per litre, saving drivers nearly £3 per tank fill according to new RAC data.
UK Snow Forecast: West Midlands Braced for Tuesday Flurries
Weather charts pinpoint 6pm on Tuesday, February 3, as the exact hour snow is expected to hit the UK, with the West Midlands among regions at risk of significant snowfall.
London Crackdown on Illegal Ghost Number Plates
Sadiq Khan supports parliamentary recommendations to tackle ghost plates, which cost TfL millions in lost revenue from road charges and airport fees.
Four-Day UK Snow Bomb to Hit 90% of England
Weather maps forecast four consecutive days of heavy snow across the UK in early February, with only 10% of England expected to be spared from the disruptive wintry conditions.
UK Snow Bomb: Seven Inches Forecast Across Britain
Weather models predict a significant snow event hitting the entire UK in mid-February, with up to seven inches accumulation and widespread disruption expected.
M6 Castle Bromwich Gridlock: Lorry and Roadworks Cause Delays
Severe traffic congestion on the M6 southbound near Castle Bromwich due to a broken-down lorry and planned overnight roadworks, causing hour-long delays.
Man Dies After Bus Collision in Dudley: Investigation Ongoing
A male pedestrian has died after being struck by a bus at the junction of Kingswinford Road and Bushey Fields Road in Dudley. Emergency services attended, and the road remains closed as police investigate.
Midlands Snowfall: 3.3cm Forecast for Birmingham and Staffordshire
Weather maps predict significant snowfall across the Midlands region, with Birmingham and Staffordshire towns expected to receive up to 3.3cm of snow during Friday's winter weather event.
Man Dies After Bus Collision Near Dudley Hospital
A man has died after being struck by a bus near Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley. Emergency services were called to Kingswinford Road at midday, and the road remains closed for police enquiries.
Six-Hour Snow Hits Eight English Counties Friday
Eight English counties face six consecutive hours of snowfall from 3am Friday, with WX Charts predicting significant accumulations across northern and central regions.
New 700-Mile Snow Storm Forecast for UK in February
Latest weather maps indicate a major snow storm approaching the UK, with widespread snowfall expected across the Midlands and northern regions during February.
UK Areas Escaping Snow This Weekend Revealed
The Met Office has identified which UK regions will avoid snowfall as wintry weather hits this weekend, with snow forecast for Thursday and Friday.
Midlands Snow Warning: Full List of Affected Areas
A significant snow band stretching 500 miles is forecast to sweep across the UK from Friday, with multiple Midlands counties and towns expected to receive accumulations.
17 Counties Escape UK Snow Bomb Next Week
Weather maps reveal 17 English counties will avoid heavy snowfall next week, while the West Midlands and northern regions face significant disruption from Thursday.
Drivers Over 70: Licence Renewal & Safety Tests Urged
UK drivers must renew licences every 3 years after 70, with experts calling for cognitive tests alongside mandatory eyesight checks to improve road safety.
DVLA: 3 Medications That Could Stop You Driving
Drivers taking opioid painkillers, tranquillisers, or certain antidepressants are being warned they may need to stop driving under DVLA rules.
Food Waste Firm Applies for Langage Plant Vehicle Licence
SW Food Waste Collection has applied for a goods vehicle operator's licence to use the Langage Anaerobic Digestion Plant in Smithaleigh, Plymouth, as an operating centre for one vehicle. Local landowners have 21 days to comment.
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