Celebrating those who go the extra mile to keep our roads safe
Each year, the IAM RoadSmart Awards shine a spotlight on the volunteers, local groups, and partners who make an outstanding contribution to road safety and our community.
From dedicated individuals to inspiring teams and game-changing partnerships, these awards are our way of saying thank you.
The Award Ceremony takes place on 19th November 2025 at the IAM RoadSmart Head Office in Welwyn Garden City. Each winner and runner-up attended in person and was presented with a certificate of achievement
and a prize.
Why It Matters:
Behind every safe journey are people working hard—often behind the scenes—to support drivers and riders across the UK. Their passion, time, and effort deserve recognition. Whether it’s someone who’s mentored dozens of new members, a group that’s created impact in their region, or a partner organisation driving innovation, we want to hear about them.
Award Categories
Group Volunteer of the Year Award - Driver
Awarded to a driver volunteer/member within an IAM RoadSmart group who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to IAM RoadSmart’s values and objectives. Nominations must come from the individual’s group.
Group Volunteer of the Year Award – Rider
Presented to a rider volunteer/member within a group who has shown exceptional dedication to IAM RoadSmart’s mission. Nominations must come from the individual’s group.
Volunteer of the Year Award – Driver
For a volunteer driver not affiliated with a local group, who has significantly contributed to IAM RoadSmart’s goals. Individuals may self-nominate, be nominated by another member (with Area Service Delivery Manager endorsement), or be nominated by staff.
Volunteer of the Year Award – Rider
Recognises a non-group-affiliated rider who has made an exceptional impact in line with IAM RoadSmart’s values. Self-nominations, peer nominations (with Area Service Delivery Manager endorsement), and staff nominations are all welcome.
Group Partnership of the Year Award
Awarded to an IAM RoadSmart group that has developed the most impactful partnership with an external organisation, business, or authority in support of IAM RoadSmart’s objectives. Groups may self-nominate (with Area Service Delivery Manager endorsement) or be nominated directly by their Area Service Delivery Manager.
Nominations are now open!
If someone’s dedication has impressed or inspired you, don’t miss the chance to recognise them.
Submit your nomination by Sunday 14th September.
Choose your category wisely Use the criteria given to help you and make sure you think about how this person has helped support our strategy by:
Celebrating previous winners and runners-up:
| Award Category | 2024 Winner | 2024 Runner-up | 2023 Winner | 2023 Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Partnership of the Year Award | IAM Northampton Advanced Motorists Group | IAM Oxford Advanced Motorcyclists Group | IAM Lincolnshire Group | Chorley Advanced Motorists Group |
| Group Volunteer of the Year – Driver | Jim Bowles | Des McDermott | Henny Cameron | Ian Goring |
| Group Volunteer of the Year – Rider | Scott Walker | Gavin Caddick | William Hollingshead | Trevor Ambrose |
| Volunteer of the Year – Driver | – | – | Linda Davies | Vincent Dobby |
| Volunteer of the Year – Rider | Colin Underwood | Anthony Mulhall | Andrew Peel | Trevor Ambrose, Gary Jackson |
| National Chair Award | Beth Sutton and Tina Underwood | – | – | – |
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