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Government New noise-detecting traffic cameras begin real-world trials in the UK

New noise-detecting traffic cameras begin real-world trials in the UK

The cameras will be installed at four locations across the UK, catching drivers with illegal exhausts.
By James Fossdyke 21 October 2022
Lifestyle UK: Heavy traffic expected over last bank holiday before Christmas

UK: Heavy traffic expected over last bank holiday before Christmas

The RAC is expecting more than 12 million journeys to be made by car this weekend.
By James Fossdyke 25 August 2022
00:43 Crashes / Wrecks Driver with boss-level awareness avoids collision in a surprising way

Driver with boss-level awareness avoids collision in a surprising way

Poor Duster takes all the damage.
By Brian Potter 01 August 2022
Government UK: New measures planned to reduce disruption from roadworks

UK: New measures planned to reduce disruption from roadworks

National Highways says the moves will save the taxpayer money and reduce congestion.
By James Fossdyke 25 July 2022
Lifestyle Busy weekend predicted on UK roads as summer holidays kick off

Busy weekend predicted on UK roads as summer holidays kick off

The RAC expects the M25 to be the busiest road this coming weekend.
By James Fossdyke 22 July 2022
Government UK government to spend £160m on four congestion-busting projects

UK government to spend £160m on four congestion-busting projects

The schemes will be dotted around the UK, from Newcastle to the New Forest.
By James Fossdyke 09 June 2022
Industry Tailbacks predicted during busy double bank holiday

Tailbacks predicted during busy double bank holiday

Data suggests Friday (June 3) will be the busiest day.
By James Fossdyke 31 May 2022
Lifestyle UK: Easter bank holiday traffic expected to be busiest in years

UK: Easter bank holiday traffic expected to be busiest in years

The RAC says more than 21 million leisure trips are expected over the four-day weekend.
By James Fossdyke 13 April 2022
Government UK: Government urged to update guidance on 'yellow box' junctions

UK: Government urged to update guidance on 'yellow box' junctions

The RAC says the lack of guidance for authorities could cost motorists dear.
By James Fossdyke 06 April 2022
02:39 Classics Amazing restored video shows London traffic in the 1940s

Amazing restored video shows London traffic in the 1940s

The perfect time to drive in London.
By Brian Potter 08 March 2022
Green Permanent bus lanes set to become London fixture after successful trial

Permanent bus lanes set to become London fixture after successful trial

It's hoped the 24-hour lanes will encourage bus travel and reduce congestion.
By James Fossdyke 29 December 2021
Lifestyle UK: RAC expects Christmas traffic to hit highest level in five years

UK: RAC expects Christmas traffic to hit highest level in five years

But 10 percent of drivers won't travel amid Covid-19 fears.
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
Lifestyle UK: Half term set to cause 'autumn rush' on UK roads

UK: Half term set to cause 'autumn rush' on UK roads

Almost 20 million leisure journeys are expected in the UK over the weekend of October 23-25.
By James Fossdyke 22 October 2021
22:46 Races and Chases Busy Autobahn bungles Bugatti Chiron Super Sport high-speed run

Busy Autobahn bungles Bugatti Chiron Super Sport high-speed run

It still hits 212 mph.
By Anthony Alaniz 16 October 2021
Industry UK insurance prices continue to fall despite traffic returning

UK insurance prices continue to fall despite traffic returning

CompareTheMarket.com says shopping around could now save you up to £100 a year.
By James Fossdyke 11 October 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: 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
Technology Spain is deploying drones to monitor traffic violations

Spain is deploying drones to monitor traffic violations

Could other countries soon follow?
By Enrico Punsalang 23 August 2021
Government Government invests millions in new traffic signals for local roads

Government invests millions in new traffic signals for local roads

RAC says the £15m investment will benefit road users.
By James Fossdyke 17 August 2021
Industry UK: More than 11m holidaymakers to hit the road as schools break up

UK: More than 11m holidaymakers to hit the road as schools break up

Data from Inrix suggests traffic hotspots include the M25, M1 and M4.
By James Fossdyke 22 July 2021
Industry UK: Relaxed Covid restrictions and school holidays are 'perfect storm' for traffic

UK: Relaxed Covid restrictions and school holidays are 'perfect storm' for traffic

An AA survey suggests four in 10 drivers will drive to their summer holiday destination.
By James Fossdyke 22 July 2021
Industry 'Unprecedented' summer will see surge in traffic jams, RAC predicts

'Unprecedented' summer will see surge in traffic jams, RAC predicts

Destinations in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset are expected to be the most popular.
By James Fossdyke 16 July 2021
Industry Weekend traffic exceeds pre-pandemic levels in June

Weekend traffic exceeds pre-pandemic levels in June

But records show weekday traffic is still down as people work from home.
By James Fossdyke 07 July 2021
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