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Safety UK: Most drivers want all-lane running motorways to be scrapped

UK: Most drivers want all-lane running motorways to be scrapped

New research suggests there's little support for the four-lane roads.
By James Fossdyke 17 September 2021
03:50 Safety Tesla Model Y aces dreaded moose test and we're not surprised

Tesla Model Y aces dreaded moose test and we're not surprised

Even with multiple attempts, the crossover EV got the job done.
By Jacob Oliva 15 September 2021
Safety Watch how Euro NCAP crashes hydrogen Toyota Mirai

Watch how Euro NCAP crashes hydrogen Toyota Mirai

The hydrogen tanks must be shielded like human occupants in this one.
By Mark Kane 10 September 2021
Safety Here's why you shouldn't use your Tesla as a boat

Here's why you shouldn't use your Tesla as a boat

A Tesla may help get you out of a flood emergency, but there may be a big price to pay later.
By Steven Loveday 09 September 2021
Safety Audi Q4 e-tron gets a top five star rating from Euro NCAP

Audi Q4 e-tron gets a top five star rating from Euro NCAP

...but it falls behind Volkswagen ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq iV.
By Mark Kane 09 September 2021
Safety NIO ES8 scores five stars in Euro NCAP safety tests

NIO ES8 scores five stars in Euro NCAP safety tests

The ES8 shines in the Safety Assist category with "excellent results for its autonomous emergency braking system."
By Mark Kane 09 September 2021
Safety UK authorities plan 'digital roads' to make motorways 'safer and greener'

UK authorities plan 'digital roads' to make motorways 'safer and greener'

The virtual network will be used to predict issues on the real thing.
By James Fossdyke 09 September 2021
Safety UK: Pandemic made three in four drivers nervous behind the wheel

UK: Pandemic made three in four drivers nervous behind the wheel

Two-thirds of those said they have done nothing to fix their problem.
By James Fossdyke 08 September 2021
Safety UK: Safety organisation fears risks of scrapping towing tests

UK: Safety organisation fears risks of scrapping towing tests

The DVSA is consulting on whether to scrap the tests.
By James Fossdyke 02 September 2021
Safety Paris limits speed to 19 mph on vast majority of streets

Paris limits speed to 19 mph on vast majority of streets

The policy aims to promote "soft" mobility in the city.
By Jacob Oliva 31 August 2021
Safety UK drink-driving death rate unchanged for ninth consecutive year

UK drink-driving death rate unchanged for ninth consecutive year

Safety organisations have urged the government to take action.
By James Fossdyke 31 August 2021
Safety UK: Bumper-to-bumper bank holiday predicted with 17m trips planned

UK: Bumper-to-bumper bank holiday predicted with 17m trips planned

Transport data firm Inrix says delays are in the offing as drivers get away for the weekend.
By James Fossdyke 27 August 2021
Safety Watch Hyundai Ioniq 5's first crash tests by Korea's KNCAP

Watch Hyundai Ioniq 5's first crash tests by Korea's KNCAP

The results are outstanding, although pedestrian safety could be better.
By Mark Kane 26 August 2021
Safety UK: New 'winter maintenance base' to keep Yorkshire roads clear of snow

UK: New 'winter maintenance base' to keep Yorkshire roads clear of snow

The base, which will house gritters and snowploughs, is being built a few miles from Hull.
By James Fossdyke 26 August 2021
Industry Musk says Tesla could license self-driving tech to other brands

Musk says Tesla could license self-driving tech to other brands

It may speed up the process, but is it a good idea?
By Steven Loveday 22 August 2021
Safety Volkswagen ID.3 bursts into flames in The Netherlands

Volkswagen ID.3 bursts into flames in The Netherlands

It happened in the city of Groningen just after the charging cable was disconnected.
By Andrei Nedelea 21 August 2021
Safety Kia details the EV6's many driving and parking assistance systems

Kia details the EV6's many driving and parking assistance systems

Highway Driving Assist 2 does almost all the driving on multi-lane roads, but drivers must keep their hands on the steering wheel.
By Dan Mihalascu 20 August 2021
Safety UK: Estimated 3m adults have driven children after drinking alcohol

UK: Estimated 3m adults have driven children after drinking alcohol

Stats show many will still have a pint before driving with kids on board.
By James Fossdyke 20 August 2021
Safety MoTs could be at a premium next month after Covid extensions

MoTs could be at a premium next month after Covid extensions

The AA says more than 5.5 million cars have seen their test dates moved to the autumn.
By James Fossdyke 18 August 2021
Safety Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta compared to Mercedes Drive Pilot

Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta compared to Mercedes Drive Pilot

Tesla's FSD has a long way to go, but it seems much further along than systems from other automakers.
By Steven Loveday 17 August 2021
Safety London ponders higher fines for stopping on red routes

London ponders higher fines for stopping on red routes

The maximum fine could rise to £160 if new proposals are passed.
By James Fossdyke 17 August 2021
Safety London to employ new tech to make roads safer

London to employ new tech to make roads safer

Transport for London hopes new systems can improve safety and accessibility.
By James Fossdyke 16 August 2021
Safety 1.3m new drivers expected to hit UK roads this year

1.3m new drivers expected to hit UK roads this year

Analysis suggests more than a million tests were delayed during the pandemic.
By James Fossdyke 13 August 2021
06:23 Technology Turns out you can trick all driver-assist systems, not just Tesla's

Turns out you can trick all driver-assist systems, not just Tesla's

Should car brands start foolproofing their systems further?
By Jacob Oliva 12 August 2021
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