Tips and Blogs

Whether it’s summer or winter, there are some key items you’ll need in your vehicle all year around to help you stay safe on the road. Richard Gladman, IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, writes about the eight essentials that you should always keep in your vehicle.

In 2023, France was the second most **popular holiday spot for Brits, and it’s set to be just as favoured by families and sports fans alike this year

The summer is jam-packed with music and dance events, from Glastonbury to the Isle of Wight to Reading, signalling the official start of festival season

The countdown is on to Euro 2024. Over 31 days, and with 24 football games to watch, there is a lot to get excited about

If you’re planning to travel during Christmas, it’s important to be aware of any traffic that could impact on your journey.

Earlier this year, I was given the opportunity to enrol in the Advanced Driver course with IAM RoadSmart and I jumped at the chance.

Jamie Rodwell's journey to success.

Michelle Waldren tells of her journey into advanced riding and how it hasn't been the easiest or as straightforward as she had imagined.

Road safety and advanced driving have always been important to IAM RoadSmart Chief Observer John Teasdale

"Sometimes you forget that RAMG is made up of volunteer’s giving up their time and passing on their knowledge to help people to be better and safer riders." Read Santo Chillari's blog here.

At IAM RoadSmart, we believe education and awareness save lives. That’s why we’re so proud to have our ambassador, Shaun Whiter, and his friend and colleague Matt Himsworth, running the RunFest Silverstone Half Marathon on 23 November 2025 to raise vital funds and awareness for road safety.

At IAM RoadSmart, we’re committed to preparing the next generation with the skills and confidence they need to stay safe on the roads. With young drivers and riders being some of the most vulnerable road users, Advanced training is more vital than ever.

Cars packed with features now come as standard, but at what cost? Russell Campbell talks to Euro NCAP’s president, Céline Vallaude, to discuss the challenges it faces now and in the future.

IAM RoadSmart survey discovers significant numbers of motorists could be over the limit the morning after drinking…. Russell Campbell asks: do you know when you need to stop?

Cat Dow looks into the new cameras that police forces are using to detect drunk drivers and drug drivers – remotely.