DfT technology official pushes open standards vision for connected vehicle services
The Department for Transport’s Head of Road Infrastructure Technology has reiterated his belief that the highways sector needs a “WhatsApp moment” for connected vehicle services, as he urged authorities and industry to work together on common standards and interoperable services. Speaking at the Traffex event in Coventry, Darren Capes said road users increasingly expect journeys […]
Odometer readings or smarter tracking? The options for EV road pricing on this week’s Highways Voices
As the Government prepares to introduce a new pay-per-mile charging scheme for electric vehicles from 2028, the debate is heating up and you’ll hear the latest thinking on today’s Highways Voices. In this episode recorded inside the Houses of Parliament, industry leaders, campaign groups, technology experts and motoring representatives come together to tackle one of […]
One size does not fit all: Industry calls for options on EV pay-per-mile scheme
The Campaign for Better Transport has urged ministers to build greater flexibility into the Government’s proposed Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (EVED) scheme, with industry leaders warning that relying solely on odometer readings could create practical problems, limit policy options, delay wider transport goals and ultimately lose public support. The event in Parliament discussed the Chancellor’s […]
Southwark highlights gains from digital loading bay scheme
Southwark Council is highlighting the success of its smart, bookable loading bay scheme on Walworth Road, as new evidence shows the approach is improving traffic flow, cutting emissions and making deliveries more reliable for businesses. Working with Grid Smarter Cities, the council has introduced a digital kerbside booking system that allows delivery drivers and operators […]
Jenoptik’s MD says RIS3 offers ‘turning point’ for smarter road enforcement
The Managing Director of enforcement technology company Jenoptik UK is warning that England’s third Road Investment Strategy (RIS3) will only deliver its potential to improve the maintenance and optimisation of the existing Strategic Road Network if enforcement technology is fully embedded into the programme. Writing on LinkedIn, Adrian Cadd (pictured speaking at Intertraffic Amsterdam) said […]
Much-loved industry figure dies suddenly
Highways News is very sad to share that 30-year industry veteran Rory Poole has passed away after suffering a stroke. The popular roads and bridges expert died on Sunday “peacefully surrounded by those he loved the most.” Writing on LinkedIn, his brother Richard wrote: “You will all know that Rory was generous, funny and larger […]
Sharing secrets of better industry inclusivity, and better transport for all on Highways Voices
Helen Clifford’s story is remarkable enough on its own: in 1984, she became London Transport’s first female mechanic, walking into a world of workshop pin-up calendars, no women’s changing facilities and a culture that simply wasn’t designed for women, and she’s now been recognised for it. In this edition of Highways Voices, recorded at the […]
TTF Live report highlights authorities’ push towards connected vehicle services
The official report into this year’s Transport Technology Forum Live event in Leicestershire has been released, explaining how connected vehicle services have moved from theory to real-world development. As well as its usual discussions and presentations, this year’s TTF conference at the Hinckley Island Hotel featured a series of demonstrations on the hotel’s perimeter road […]
Birmingham ITS World Congress gains momentum as exhibitors and partners sign-up
The organisers and hosts of next year’s major Intelligent Transport Systems World Congress at Birmingham’s NEC say they’re about to announce their first exhibitors and partners after what’s been described as a very successful week at the ITS European Congress in Istanbul. More than 15,000 people are expected at the World Congress from 25-29 October […]
Kapsch EVP calls for simpler European regulation to unlock transport tech growth
Kapsch’s Executive Vice President Europe, the Middle East and Africa has called for a rethink of regulation across Europe to help the continent realise its potential in transport technology. Carolin Treichl (pictured) was speaking at the Austria Connect UK 2026 meeting in Central London and told the audience: “Whenever you need a traffic light controller […]