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Technology 'Intelligent' street lights could soon line UK motorways

'Intelligent' street lights could soon line UK motorways

The lights contain CCTV and wireless technology for connected cars.
By James Fossdyke 24 January 2022
Green New 'sustainability' division for English motorway network

New 'sustainability' division for English motorway network

The new division is tasked with improving the network's eco credentials.
By James Fossdyke 13 January 2022
Safety UK: Government to suspend rollout of all-lane running on smart motorways

UK: Government to suspend rollout of all-lane running on smart motorways

The decision follows a scathing report from a cross-party group of MPs.
By James Fossdyke 12 January 2022
Safety UK: New gates trialled to make motorway lane closures safer

UK: New gates trialled to make motorway lane closures safer

The system is designed to be safer and faster than coning off sections of motorway.
By James Fossdyke 11 January 2022
Green Italy’s inductive charging motorway project moves into testing

Italy’s inductive charging motorway project moves into testing

Never plug in again?
By Dustin Wheelen 26 December 2021
Crashes / Wrecks Scary 40-car crash closes motorway, no injuries reported

Scary 40-car crash closes motorway, no injuries reported

Cars were on fire, but everyone walked away.
By Brian Potter 24 December 2021
Government UK: More than 900 miles of roadworks to be lifted ahead of Christmas rush

UK: More than 900 miles of roadworks to be lifted ahead of Christmas rush

National Highways says 98 percent of roadworks on major routes will be lifted or completed by December 21.
By James Fossdyke 20 December 2021
Safety UK motorway safety drive catches 240 offenders in just two weeks

UK motorway safety drive catches 240 offenders in just two weeks

The drivers in south-west England were caught out by patrolling police HGV tractor units.
By James Fossdyke 14 December 2021
Government UK: Authorities hope green-fingered approach will deter fly-tipping

UK: Authorities hope green-fingered approach will deter fly-tipping

The organisation in charge of major roads hopes planters will discourage fly-tipping.
By James Fossdyke 09 December 2021
Green UK: Motorway services to get battery packs that help with rapid charging

UK: Motorway services to get battery packs that help with rapid charging

The "energy storage systems" will help supply rapid charging in locations where the grid supply is not up to snuff.
By James Fossdyke 25 November 2021
Technology New tech for UK motorways to keep driver information up to date

New tech for UK motorways to keep driver information up to date

The systems will monitor speed limits and the information displayed on overhead signs.
By James Fossdyke 24 November 2021
Green A46 roadworks go green in attempts to cut emissions

A46 roadworks go green in attempts to cut emissions

Recycling the old road surface is estimated to cut emissions by a quarter.
By James Fossdyke 22 November 2021
Safety Unmarked police HGVs patrol M25 to improve safety

Unmarked police HGVs patrol M25 to improve safety

The HGV tractor units have the height to spot drivers using mobile phones or failing to wear a seatbelt.
By James Fossdyke 19 November 2021
Safety UK: Pilot scheme tests 'natural' methods to stop roads flooding

UK: Pilot scheme tests 'natural' methods to stop roads flooding

National Highways is investing £420,000 in the scheme across northern England.
By James Fossdyke 10 November 2021
Safety MPs recommend all-lane running 'pause' on UK motorways

MPs recommend all-lane running 'pause' on UK motorways

The Transport Select Committee says the Department for Transport has failed to deliver the promised safety improvements.
By James Fossdyke 04 November 2021
Government UK government's nationwide injunction aims to stop activists blocking roads

UK government's nationwide injunction aims to stop activists blocking roads

The move is aimed at cutting disruption caused by Insulate Britain campaigners.
By James Fossdyke 29 October 2021
Safety New-look fleet of gritters promises to battle cold this winter

New-look fleet of gritters promises to battle cold this winter

The vehicles are fitted with the latest technology.
By James Fossdyke 07 October 2021
Government Protesters continue blocking M25 despite injunction

Protesters continue blocking M25 despite injunction

Insulate Britain has blocked the motorway five times.
By James Fossdyke 28 September 2021
Government New deals herald £3.6bn investment in English major roads

New deals herald £3.6bn investment in English major roads

A total of 50 contractors have been given projects to improve the network.
By James Fossdyke 28 September 2021
Safety Police HGVs put to work catching offenders in south-west England

Police HGVs put to work catching offenders in south-west England

The trucks are part of a multi-agency safety initiative in the region
By James Fossdyke 20 September 2021
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
Technology Northumberland to trial hard-wearing new graphene road surface

Northumberland to trial hard-wearing new graphene road surface

The ultra-thin surface will be tested on the A1 in the north of England.
By James Fossdyke 14 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
Commercial Vehicles UK: Industry body calls for zero-emission HGV 'plan' before ban

UK: Industry body calls for zero-emission HGV 'plan' before ban

The SMMT says the government should support manufacturers as they find alternatives to diesel fuel.
By James Fossdyke 03 September 2021
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