Road Safety Archive
31 Jul 2014
Tyre labels yet to have effect – Dennigan
Labels that tell consumers about a tyre’s fuel efficiency, wet grip and noise levels have not worked – yet, the Irish Independent has reported
28 Jul 2014
How to optimise your tyres
Worn tyres with less than four millimetres tread depth increase the risk of aquaplaning. Correct tyre pressure prolongs durability, reduces fuel consumption and provides more driving comfort, according to Nokian.
21 Jul 2014
NB plates a legal requirement from August 1
The Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport has announced changes to the driver licensing system that apply to newly qualified novice drivers and first time learner permit holders.
25 Jun 2014
RSA issues road safety alert
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising drivers and motorcycle riders to take extra care using the roads as the recent dry weather spell breaks and heavy rain is expected across the country over the coming days.
12 May 2014
Autoglass launches windscreen safety campaign
Autoglass, the glass repair and replacement company, has launched a national public awareness campaign to warn consumers that they may be travelling in unsafe and dangerous vehicles due to poor windscreen fitting.
07 May 2014
TRW announces series of Safety Days
After the success of last year’s events, TRW Automotive Aftermarket has once again announced a series of ‘Safety Days’ at the famous Nuerburgring, Germany to communicate the importance of component quality in safety critical situations.
06 May 2014
Tailgating on the rise – survey shows
Most of us are guilty of sometimes driving too close behind the car in front – intentionally or not – however the dangerous practice of ‘tailgating’ has become more common than ever on Irish roads. A survey by motoring solutions specialist easytrip has found that more than 79% of motorists have been the victim of
01 May 2014
New penalties for texting while driving come into force
From this Thursday motorists convicted of sending a text message or email while driving will face tough new penalties and a compulsory court appearance.
28 Apr 2014
RSA issues guidelines on placement of election posters
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is reminding political parties and their campaign workers of the need to take care when positioning campaign posters in the lead up to the Local and European elections.
22 Apr 2014
New medical fitness to drive guidelines for truck and bus drivers
A new set of medical fitness to drive guidelines for truck and bus drivers have been developed by the The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI).