Hitchens and Sutherland debate whether cars really deliver freedom
The argument between Peter Hitchens and Rory Sutherland over Britain’s relationship with the motor car intensifies in part two of this week’s special Highways Voices series, as the pair move from railways and HS2 to the much broader question of whether car ownership really represents freedom. Mr Sutherland argues that the strength of the car […]
Valerann featured on worldwide BBC podcast
British traffic technology company Valerann has been featured on the BBC World Service podcast Tech Life, explaining how its artificial intelligence could help road authorities detect wrong-way drivers within seconds. The report followed fatal wrong-way collisions in Ireland and northern England and examined how technology might help control-room teams identify and respond to such incidents […]
TTF seeks industry images for Maintenance Requirements for Technology rewrite
The Transport Technology Forum is inviting organisations across the sector to contribute photographs and video to support the publication of its Management of Roadside Technology (MRT) guidance that is a major rewrite of the Management of Electronic Traffic Equipment A Code of Practice first published in 2011. The document is being updated by an editorial […]
OPINION: Why experience still matters in road safety
In an industry shaped by evolving legislation, advancing technology and increasing demands on infrastructure, experience remains one of the most valuable assets a road safety partner can offer. Products may change. Technologies will continue to develop. But understanding how those innovations perform in real-world environments, how regulations evolve and how customer challenges can be solved […]
Re-flow to host webinar on confronting roadworker abuse
The industry understands that roadworker abuse exists, the challenge now is moving beyond awareness and into meaningful action. Following the launch of ther Keeping Highways Teams Safe documentary, Re-flow has announced that it is to host a free webinar on 4 November at 2pm, focusing on the thorny issue of confronting roadworker abuse. By bringing […]
Journeo reports 53% revenue growth in first half of 2026
intelligent transport systems provider Journeo has posted first-half revenue of £37.6 million, marking a 53% increase from the same period last year. According to Investing.com the Leicestershire-based company’s adjusted profit before tax reached £3.0 million for the six-month period, up 10% year-over-year. Diluted earnings per share climbed 9% to 13.60 pence in the first half […]
Teletrac Navman appoints Ricardo Buranello as CEO
Intelligent fleet and asset management solutions provider Teletrac Navman has named its current Chief Financial and Operating Officer Ricardo Buranello as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 October 2026. Mr. Buranello succeeds Alain Samaha, who will continue in the CEO role until 30 September to ensure a seamless transition. Mr. Samaha will remain […]
Coventry City Council confirms £19,000 yearly pothole compensation pay out
Coventry City Council has confirmed the compensation bill it is paying out every year to settle claims for vehicle damage caused by potholes. Highways officers say the authority is now ‘getting to grips’ with issues on the city’s roads and there is currently a backlog of only 67 potholes left to fix, within a total […]
WorldDAB and Broadcast Networks Europe call for broadcast radio to be guaranteed in new vehicles under the Digital Networks Act
WorldDAB and Broadcast Networks Europe (BNE) are calling on EU policymakers to use the Digital Networks Act (DNA) to ensure that broadcast radio remains available in new vehicles across Europe. As the DNA progresses through the European legislative process, the two organisations are urging policymakers to strengthen the provisions inherited from the European Electronic Communications […]
M6 junction campaign receives support from Liberal Democrats leader
The leader of the Liberal Democrats has backed a community campaign and petition with more than 8,000 signatures to keep an M6 junction open. Sir Ed Davey visited Tebay on Friday to support Libby Bateman, the party’s candidate for Cumbria, in opposing National Highways’ plans for Junction 38, reports Cumbria Crack. National Highways previously set […]