Chancellor reported to be considering EV per-mile charge
The Chancellor is said to be planning to charge electric vehicle drivers 3p per mile in duty, in a bid to get back some cash lost to the Treasury because fuel duty is not levied on EVs. The Telegraph says that under current plans to be announced by the Chancellor in the budget, drivers of […]
Campaigners call on DfT to release smart motorway impact reports
Campaigners have staged a demonstration outside the London headquarters of the Department for Transport, calling for reports on the impact of smart motorway schemes to be released. The event was organised by Claire Mercer of the Smart Motorways Kill campaign, claiming the DfT is refusing to release a raft of Post Opening Project Evaluation (POPE) […]
Grid Smarter Cities founder says the time is now right for councils to introduce bookable kerbspace
Intelligent transport entrepreneur Neil Herron has told Highways News how “everything is coming together” to allow delivery vehicles to use technology to book their kerbspace, improving road safety, traffic management and air quality in towns and cities. The Grid Smarter Cities founder (pictured) and CEO points to the imminent introduction of Digital Traffic Regulation Orders […]
Video explains council’s successful use of DfT signals funding
A new video has premiered at the Transport Technology Forum Autumn Update in Birmingham showcasing how the Department for Transport’s Traffic Signals Obsolescence Grant has been used to improve a key corridor in Rotherham. Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council was one of the recipients of a share of the £30 million shared among councils across England […]
From Slogans to Safety: Oxfordshire’s plan to turn Vision Zero into reality on Highways Voices
You often hear the phrase “safety is our number one priority” in our industry, but today on Highways Voices we hear from people who’re putting money where their mouth is, as we talk Vision Zero in Oxfordshire. As the county hosts a road safety event in Oxford city centre this week, we chat to Andy […]
Clearview solar studs used in rail as well as road
Clearview Intelligence’s SolarLite road studs are known for their carbon-saving safety-improving performance on roads, but are now being used by the rail industry as well. Operator Scotrail has had them installed in railway sidings to delineate driver walkways and depots where trains are parked up overnight. The SolarLite road studs use high-visibility LED light to […]
Government gives go ahead to North Hykeham Relief Road
The Secretary of State has approved the legal orders for the North Hykeham Road, giving the county council the ability to start construction when ready. Cllr Michael Cheyne, executive member for highways, said: “This is fantastic news for the North Hykeham Relief Road project and the people of Lincolnshire, since it means we’re one step […]
National Highways launches call for innovators to help shape the future of England’s roads
National Highways has launched an Open Call to tackle key challenges that range from improving safety to creating a better customer experience. National Highways is calling on “problem-solvers and creative thinkers” to contribute to the future development of England’s motorways and major A roads. Through National Highways Innovation and Research Designated Fund an Open Call […]
New report urges greater focus on digital connectivity for the future of transport
A new report by Intelligent Transport Systems UK (ITS UK), the industry association for transport technology, authored by Coventry University, is calling for a greater focus on the digital connectivity that will underpin the future of transport services. With the UK’s transport network becoming more connected, the demand for greater digital connectivity across all modes […]
TOPAS sets standards for multi-zone detectors
Detectors are the eyes and ears of traffic control systems. Without the information that they provide optimising the movements of pedestrians and vehicles through our road networks would be well-nigh impossible. Their importance is recognised by the recent TTF GLF awards, one objective of which was to ensure that detection is working effectively at crossings […]