European driverless car sector has “fallen behind” US and China, says Bolt CEO
The European Union is lagging behind in the race to put driverless cars on its roads. Self-driving taxis developed and deployed by companies such as Tesla and Waymo have gone from curiosity to commonplace in several US cities. In June, Waymo overtook ride-hailing app Lyft’s market share in San Francisco (the two companies later announced […]
Transport Scotland announces 20mph roll out in Argyll and Bute
New 20mph speed limits are being implemented in several communities across Argyll and Bute to improve road safety and save lives. The schemes are currently being implemented on sections of the trunk road in the following locations: The 20mph limits will be brought in through a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order in the first instance to […]
New Zaptec campaign highlights EV transition
Norwegian EV charging company Zaptec is taking its next major step in Europe with a new brand campaign designed to strengthen awareness and preference across eight key markets. Bringing this message to life, the campaign shows how the tables have turned. Once a symbol of freedom, the petrol car now represents inconvenience such as the […]
Northumberland councillors reiterate need to dual A1
Councillors in the North East of England have made renewed calls to reverse a government decision to scrap plans to widen a “dangerous” single carriageway main road. The idea of dualling the A1 in Northumberland was dismissed in 2024 after the Department for Transport deemed it “unfunded and unaffordable”. However, speaking at Northumberland County Council […]
Shropshire MP tables motion to keep pressure on Government over Llynclys Crossroads
North Shropshire MP Helen Morgan is continuing with her campaign to improveme safety at the notorious Llynclys Crossroads on the A483 between Oswestry and Llanymynech. The junction – previously labelled as the ‘worst in the region’ when looking at locations where a cluster of incidents had taken place – was the site of two accidents in quick succession […]
APCOA launches new parking services contract with the London Borough of Barnet
Parking and mobility services provider, APCOA, have begun operations on a major new contract with the London Borough of Barnet – the agreement will run for five years, with the potential to extend. The new partnership will see APCOA deliver a range of parking services across the borough, supported by a dedicated team of more […]
Causeway Technologies announces partnership with Altamonte Springs’ AGīL Innovation Lab
Causeway Technologies, the UK-based owner of the Causeway one.network platform used by departments of transportation (DOTs) as well as cities and counties across the US, has announced its formal sponsorship and collaboration with the Altamonte Global Innovation Lab (AGīL). AGīL is a dynamic hub where ideas are tested, refined, and implemented for real-world impact. As an agile […]
New TRL study provides headlamp glare insight
A study by TRL presents findings showing both measurable on-road effects from bright headlamps, and how glare from these affects drivers. In response to growing concern around the perceived dangers from bright headlamps, the Department for Transport (DfT) funded an innovative study into the subject. The research project combined on-road data collection with a national […]
AA’s King sounds EV congestion charge exemption warning to Sadiq Khan
AA President Edmund King has warned that ending congestion charge exemption for green vehicles could worsen air quality. In a letter seen by the London Evening Standard, Mr King urged London’s Mayor Sadiq Khan to rethink of plans to axe the congestion charge exemption for electric vehicles, adding that the decision has come too soon and “could backfire […]
Live Labs 2 launches knowledge bank
North Lanarkshire Council and their partners, Amey, announce the launch of their Knowledge Bank, a new open-source digital platform designed to support local authorities in their efforts to decarbonise the local roads network. The platform offers access to peer reviews of public sector materials and enables users to share case studies. By fostering collaboration and transparency, […]