What Drivers Need to Know as 40mph Speed Limits Disappear in Birmingham Saturday, December 13, 2025 speedlimits road safety westmidlands birmingham traffic collisions transport regulations driving infrastructure The West Midlands is set to phase out all remaining 40mph speed limits on A and B roads, lowering them to 30mph as part of an ambitious regional road safety strategy. This change is a key element in the effort to reduce both … Read More
Disqualified Driver Crashes Wheel While Fleeing Police at High Speed Thursday, December 11, 2025 disqualified drug driving police arrest cannabis staffordshire speeding court sentencing Morgan Halliday, a 25-year-old from Flintshire, Wales, attempted to escape police after being spotted driving while disqualified and under the influence of drugs. On Seighford Lane, Staffordshire, this March, Halliday ignored … Read More
Driving Licences Revoked Over Eyesight Concerns Affecting Thousands of Older Drivers Sunday, December 7, 2025 dvla eyes eyesight driving licences olderdrivers road safety health renewal vision Each year, thousands of older drivers in the UK lose their driving licences because of eyesight conditions deemed a safety risk by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). These individuals are considered unfit to … Read More
New 30mph Speed Limits Implemented on 27 Major Roads in Birmingham Saturday, December 6, 2025 birmingham speedlimits roadsafety traffic driving regulations transportation safety accidents motorists sport Birmingham has introduced new 30mph speed limits on 27 busy roads across the city, reducing the previous 40mph limits on these major routes. The change aims to enhance road safety, decrease the risk of accidents, and create a … Read More
Drivers Must Carry Sunglasses in Cars from Sunday Saturday, November 22, 2025 driving sunglasses safety glare visibility uk law motoring winter commute As Britain experiences a cold snap with clear skies, drivers are being warned to keep a vital item in their vehicles: sunglasses. The low winter sun, while bright and clear, can create hazardous glare that makes driving more … Read More
Midlands Town Among Worst for Driving Theory Test Pass Rates and Why Friday, November 21, 2025 dudley driving theorytest westmidlands passrates scotland testcentres candidates preparation uk A town in the Midlands has been identified as one of the worst places in the UK for passing driving theory tests. Dudley’s test centre ranked fourth lowest nationwide, with a pass rate of just 38.2% for 2024/25, according to … Read More