New research finds Kent “pothole capital” of Britain
Kent has been found to lead the UK for the number of potholes reported on its roads, with more than 52,000 reported in 2018-2020. GoCompareCar sent out Freedom of Information requests to councils and found Kent was the “pothole capital” topping the table for the sheer number of holes in its roads ahead of Staffordshire […]
Tarmac Kier JV awarded TfL framework contract win
A 50-50 joint venture between Tarmac and Kier has secured a major contract for Transport for London to deliver and support the construction, renewal, and enhancement of highways infrastructure across the capital, including the delivery of new schemes to boost walking and cycling. The Surface Transport Infrastructure Construction Framework runs for six years from April […]
Supreme Court rules Uber drivers are “workers”
Uber has been told it must classify its drivers as workers rather than self-employed, completely changing the ride-hailing app’s business model. The Supreme Court decision means tens of thousands of Uber drivers are set to be entitled to minimum wage and holiday pay. The BBC reports that the ruling could leave Uber facing a hefty […]
Dart Charge drivers discover accounts have been closed
It’s emerged almost 78,000 motorists who have accounts at the Dartford Crossing have had them automatically closed because they’ve not been used for 15 months. The website MoneySavingExpert.com is urging people to check if their account has been closed without realising, because if it has, they could be fined if they then use the crossing […]
New M9 junction gets planning permission
West Lothian Council has granted planning permission for a new junction on the M9 at Winchburgh. The Daily Record reports that the new intersection should give people of Winchburgh and the surrounding areas new connectivity with Edinburgh, Falkirk, Grangemouth, Stirling and Dunblane. The paper explains that the junction on the B8020 at Duntarvie will be […]
Highways News journalist explains smart motorways on Radio 2
Highways News co-owner Paul Hutton has appeared on national radio to discuss the ongoing debate about the safety of smart motorways. Hutton, a regular on radio stations across the country as a go-to commentator on transport technology matters, was approached by Radio 2’s Jeremy Vine show to give his views on the concept, implementation and […]
JCT issues call for papers as it plans for physical autumn Symposium
Organisers of the popular JCT Traffic Signals Symposium have issued their call for industry professionals and academics to propose papers on Traffic Signals and Signals related topics, as they push ahead with plans to hold an in-person event this year. After last year’s event was held online, JCT say this year’s Symposium will be held […]
Israeli firm chooses HORIBA MIRA for UK centre of excellence site
E-mobility innovator REE Automotive has announced it’s building an Engineering Centre of Excellence at ITS (UK) member HORIBA MIRA’s technology park and test track near Nuneaton. The new Engineering Centre will expedite REE’s strategic plans to meet anticipated global demand for its breakthrough REEcorner and Electric Vehicle platform technology. It is expected to lead to […]
Scotland considers European-style mobility hubs
A new paper from the Scottish Government is putting forward an idea to build mobility hubs to help people travel using different public transport modes. In a document “creating smart and sustainable towns and villages”, it defines a mobility hub as, “A recognisable place with an offer of different and connected transport modes supplemented with […]
Ford going all electric from 2030 in $1bn transformation
Carmaker Ford is committing to “go all-in” on its electric passenger vehicles and to substantially grow and electrify its commercial vehicle business. In a statement it said that mid-2026, all Ford’s passenger vehicle range in Europe will be zero-emissions capable, all-electric or plug-in hybrid, and will be completely all-electric by 2030. Similarly, Ford’s entire commercial […]