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A quarter (25%) of drivers would like to see dashcams made compulsory in cars, new research from GoCompare Car Insurance suggests.

Chevin is urging “spreadsheet fleets” to consider a fleet management system, in order to reduce risk.

Drivers aged 35 and under are responsible for the majority of frequent driving violations, research from Fulton Leasing has found.

Cyber security agency Vehicle Data Clear says fleets should start treating cars like phones by removing personal data at the end of contract.

Bikers and cyclists are 63 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured on British roads, per mile travelled, than car drivers, new research from Brake suggests.

One-in-five drivers experience road rage at least once a week, research from BigChange has found.

With weather forecasters predicting the UK could be facing another harsh winter, Volvo is recommending a number of ways to keep company car drivers safe during the colder months.

Motor insurer Ageas, using analysis from the Road Safety Foundation (RSF), has revealed Britain’s 'riskiest' roads.

The European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) has launched a new social media campaign to support the introduction of future EU vehicle safety standards.

Nine in 10 (87%) of motorists are unaware which countries on mainland Europe mandate winter tyres, a survey suggests.

Brake is running a free webinar providing expert information and advice for employers and fleet and road safety professionals on tackling drink and drug driving.

A campaign called Slow Down Move Over (SDMO) has been launched aimed at improving safety for those who work at the roadside.

Long associated with heavy vehicles, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme is hoping to broaden its appeal by recruiting new members from van, car and last-mile delivery bike fleets.

One in eight (13%) of drivers in the UK admit falling asleep at the wheel, according to new research by the AA Charitable Trust.

The most common phrase for British motorists to shout in an outburst of road rage is ‘go on then, move’, according to survey.

Hyundai has achieved a five-star safety rating for the new hydrogen-powered Nexo, in the latest round of Euro NCAP tests.

There is a 34% increase in accident rates among motorists driving between 5-8pm in the weeks directly following the October clock change, new analysis suggests.

An angry cyclist has been caught on camera causing £1,500 worth of damage to a vehicle in busy London rush hour traffic, saving the company a hefty repair bill.

Women are more likely than men to illegally use their mobile phone while driving, according to research by Select Car Leasing.

Euro NCAP has awarded the 2018 Mazda6 a five star rating – the first vehicle by the manufacturer to receive the maximum score in the new, more stringent safety test.

The widow of a former DPD driver is suing the parcel delivery company after he failed to attend hospital appointments to avoid being charged £150 for missing work.

Insurers in the UK are unable to fully appreciate the benefits of telematics compared to decision-makers in the EU, according to a new survey.

The fleet management specialist says that vehicles and drivers are really just another element of grey fleet management

Driver risk management solution provider eDriving has launched its Mentor driver safety app for smartphones in the UK.

The Government is reviewing guidance on how road users should behave in relation to cyclists and pedestrians, as part of its plan to drive down road deaths.

A survey of more than 2,500 GEM members reveals that 75% support mandatory eye testing for anyone returning to driving following a court ban or medical revocation.

The European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) has announced the 2018 winners of the PRAISE awards, in recognition of outstanding efforts taken by companies to improve road safety at work.

The warning comes after a driver who ignored a road block following a fatal road traffic collision.

The road safety charity has recognised organisations for their contribution to improving the safety of at-work drivers, at its annual Fleet Safety Awards.

A fatal bus crash could prompt new regulations to make telematics and driver behaviour monitoring compulsory in public service fleets and HGVs.

Stress and mental health should be considered as a key focus of an organisation’s driver safety policy, says Venson Automotive Solutions.

The RAC dealt with 14,220 breakdowns in the past year, where the likely cause was pothole damage – this represents 1.5% of all its call-outs during this period.

Vulnerable road users should be put first in local planning processes to reduce road casualties, says RoSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents).

Charities must not neglect their fleet duty of care responsibilities due to stretched managerial resources, warns FleetCheck.

Red Driving School has expanded its suite of fleet driver training services with the addition of driving licence checks and driver profiling.

RoSPA has announced that its annual occupational safety and health campaign, OSHtober, will this year focus on driving for work.

FleetCheck is to promote the Driving for Better Business campaign’s Safety and Compliance Commitment to its customers, which employ a total of 80,000 drivers.

The Government’s latest road casualty figures reinforces the need for the London Mayor’s Vision Zero approach, says Transport for London.

Pirelli Tyres has been fined after two employees had their arms broken by the same machine.

Road safety charities IAM RoadSmart and Brake have called for action to be taken after the number of people killed or seriously injured on UK roads has stagnated.