TfL accused of “failing the city’s car clubs”
A new report by the Transport Committee of the London Assembly has highlighted the failings of TfL in helping develop the city’s car clubs which, despite being supported by the Mayor’s Transport Strategy, are shrinking in terms of users, vehicles and operators. In the foreword to the report, Elly Baker AM, Chair of the Transport […]
Don’t plug phones into Chinese EVs, defence firms warn
Defence companies have been warned not to plug mobile phones into Chinese EVs amid spying fears. British firms working in defence and intelligence fields have instructed their staff against connecting their mobile phones either via Bluetooth or charging cable into Chinese-made cars. Executives at two defence companies told The i newspaper that they were concerned about […]
New agreement aims to cut speeding on West Midlands’ roads
More action on speeding drivers will be taken thanks to a major new agreement signed by West Midlands Police with the region’s seven local authorities, the Police and Crime Commissioner and West Midlands Combined Authority. The ‘Joint Working Agreement’ will make it easier to install new cameras, in addition to hundreds of Jenoptik average speed […]
Over a third of road kilometres currently at flood risk, says Climate Change Committee
The Climate Change Committee says there is now “unequivocal evidence” that climate change is making extreme weather in the UK more likely and more extreme. Across the UK, this looks like heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and wildfire-conducive conditions. It’s warning that the UK is not appropriately prepared for this and says, notably, there has been no […]
East Lothian Council seeking review of A1 litter management from Scottish Ministers
A review of litter management responsibilities on the A1 trunk road is being sought by East Lothian Council. Following a meeting of the full council on Tuesday, it was agreed a letter would be written to Scottish Ministers asking for the present arrangements to be assessed. Transport Scotland has responsibility for litter removal on the […]
Authorities apologise after Colchester roadworks “chaos”
A week of traffic chaos caused by major roadworks across Colchester has forced local authorities into an apology to residents. Drivers were infuriated after a combination of traffic restrictions and closures in Old Heath Road, Wimpole Road, Magdalen Street, Brook Street, Clingoe Hill, Mile End Road and Northern Approach Road left the city gridlocked. Some of […]
Teletrac Navman unveils enhanced privacy mode for smart dash cams
Teletrac Navman, a leading connected mobility platform and Vontier company, today announces thelaunch of its Enhanced Privacy Mode, a feature for Smart Dashcam users. This innovative modeempowers fleet managers to prioritise driver safety while upholding privacy standards, addressing asignificant concern highlighted in a recent survey. A survey by Teletrac Navman revealed that while 85% of […]
Reach local authority decision-makers at the Innovation & Learning Festival
The LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival brings together public and private sector professionals from across highways and transport technology – creating a unique space to learn, collaborate, and discover the latest advancements. Taking place on 2-3 July 2025 at NAEC Stoneleigh, the event offers a packed programme of live demonstrations, CPD-accredited technical training sessions, and indoor and outdoor exhibitions, all […]
Q-Free secures major tolling contracts to deploy its Kinetic Mobility Advanced Traffic Management System
Q-Free has won three major contracts with toll road operators to deploy the company’s Kinetic® Mobility Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), signaling the solution’s entry into the US tolling market. Spanning three major metropolitan areas, the contracts include: Transurban’s 95, 395, and Capital Beltway (495) Express Lanes near Washington, DC, the E-470 Public Highway Authority’s […]
SWARCO UK & Ireland installs UK’s largest VMS at Manchester Airport
SWARCO UK & Ireland has manufactured and installed a new digital gantry at Terminal 2, Manchester Airport to improve traffic flow and help guide drivers to the appropriate drop-off zones more efficiently across the terminal. The installation is part of phase two of the Manchester Airport Transformation Programme (MAN-TP) to improve the passenger and driver […]
