5G deployed at ports of Felixstowe and Harwich
Hutchison Ports (UK) has successfully completed the roll-out of a single private 5G network across the port of Felixstowe and Harwich International port. It is one of the UK’s largest private 5G networks, providing fast, reliable and secure communication and control systems for a wide range of traditionally driven and fully autonomous operational vehicles and […]
Northern Ireland’s DfI launches social media campaign to raise awareness around fitness to drive
Although we may drive on the left, motorists in Northern Ireland are being told to keep themselves right on the roads, in terms of their health and their fitness to be behind the wheel. The Department for Infrastructure has launched a social media campaign to raise awareness around fitness to drive. The campaign reminds drivers […]
Locations for new Birmingham speed cameras announced
Six new sites for the location of speed cameras across Birmingham have been announced by the city council. The average speed enforcement cameras, to be installed by the end of 2025, will be funded through the Clean Air Zone net surplus revenues and the locations agreed following joint working with West Midlands Police. Routes have […]
Teletrac Navman launches OEM Telematics
Teletrac Navman has launched OEM Telematics, a new product enabling customers to connect its TN360 fleet management platform with factory-fitted telematics hardware from a wide range of vehicle manufacturers. The development removes the need to take vehicles off the road for aftermarket hardware installation by connecting the data from the embedded vehicle telematics device with […]
Resurfacing work to start in Burton town centre
A highways project to improve two Burton town centre junctions is beginning next week. The Staffordshire County Council scheme will see crews resurface the junction of Union Street, Orchard Street and New Street. Works will also include the New Street traffic island, along with the High Street and Manor Drive approaches. Daytime work to repair kerbs, […]
PTV Group earns ISO 27001 certification for Information Security
PTV Group, part of the international brand Umovity, has successfully certified its Information Security Management System (ISMS), covering development and operations, according to the internationally recognized ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard. The certification reflects the company’s ongoing dedication to meeting the highest international standards in cybersecurity and data protection. ISO/IEC 27001 is the leading global standard for […]
Video tutorial helps cut driver blind spots toward motorcyclists
New research which explores why car drivers often fail to spot motorcyclists on the road has revealed how a simple video intervention could help save lives – with 92% of drivers reporting a greater understanding of hazards. Despite making up less than 1% of UK road traffic, motorcyclists account for nearly 20% of road fatalities. The Motorcycles in […]
National Highways issues plea to drivers after M6 road workers put at risk
Drivers are being urged to pay extra attention when travelling through roadworks on the M6 after several vehicles drove into a work site putting workers at risk. National Highways is currently carrying out essential maintenance work on the bridge which connects the M6 junction 4A and the M42. Re-painting and maintenance is essential to prevent […]
The City of Greensboro North Carolina/Greensboro Transit Agency and Guident join the ACES Mobility Coalition
The ACES Mobility Coalition today announced the City of Greensboro, North Carolina and the Greensboro Transit Agency, along with Guident Corp. have officially joined the Coalition underscoring their commitment to advancing shared autonomous mobility. Coalition Executive Director Scott Belcher said adding these two new members highlights the ACES Mobility Coalition’s growing influence. “ Greensboro and […]
GM repurposes robotaxi fleet to test autonomous driving technology
General Motors has put vehicles enabled with technology used in its failed robotaxi venture Cruise back onto the road. The Detroit automaker confirmed that it would accelerate development of GM’s hands-free, eyes-off advanced driver assist system by “testing a limited number of Cruise Bolt vehicles on select highways in Michigan, Texas, and the San Francisco Bay […]