Posted: November 24, 2010
Some 800 more people a year could be killed or seriously injured on the UK’s roads if all speed cameras were scrapped, a report has suggested.
Professor Richard Allsop said cameras had offered continuing road safety benefits since they were introduced.
Several councils have decided to scrap their speed camera programmes after the government cut road safety grants.
The RAC Foundation, which commissioned the report, said the study suggested such moves would be a “big mistake”. Continue Reading…
Posted: October 26, 2010
As you will be all too aware the winter months are drawing near and as such it is wise to take extra precautions when driving. It is a sad fact that the incident rate increases as the weather conditions deteriorate, this combined with the dark nights and mornings makes a routine journey far more hazardous.
Mac GB Ltd’s Winter and Drink Driving Seminar is a classroom based session which incorporates National Statistics, tips, advice and interactive elements to get the message across in an informative and enjoyable way. Mac also promote items which are particular to the Company / Corporate Driving Policy in order to ensure information is disseminated directly to the employee.
The seminar can be conducted throughout the UK for up to 25 delegates and lasts for approximately one and a half hours.
The objectives of the course are met by providing information, examples and advice on:
- Preparing you and your vehicle
- Planning your journey
- Identifying high risk areas
- Adapting your driving accordingly
- The law of drink driving
If you would like further information about the Seminar or any other products and services that Mac provide then please do not hesitate to contact Richard Wilyman by calling the Mac office on 01745 828180 or emailing richard.wilyman@mac-hq.co.uk
Posted: August 23, 2010
A new report from leading UK insurer, AXA, calculates that 800 lives are lost on Britain’s roads through accidents caused by road rage or disrespectful driving, and nearly £1 billion (£945m) of premium could be saved if British motorists were to rid themselves of the aggression and general disrespect of their fellow drivers that is commonplace on our roads.
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Posted: August 4, 2010
The electric vehicle grant of up to £5,000 per vehicle will be introduced from the start of 2011.
Transport Secretary Philip Hammond has confirmed that the grant, which was promised by the previous Government and then put under review by the coalition Government, would go ahead. Continue Reading…
Posted: August 4, 2010
Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions is urging businesses to roll up their sleeves and follow its lead in implementing annual staff vehicle health check days to ensure they meet duty of care requirements.
The second Hitachi Capital health check day was designed to highlight the importance of regular vehicle safety checks, as part of the company’s own duty of care policy. Continue Reading…
