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Road Safety Archive
05 Aug 2020
Global Youth Coalition for Road Safety launches
The Global Youth Coalition for Road Safety has been launched. In a special online launch, hundreds of young people, partners and supporters joined in the
30 Jul 2020
Big increase in ‘Driving Under Influence’ specimens analysed
An Gardaí, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the Medical Bureau of Road Safety (MBRS) are highlighting the dangers of drink and drug driving ahead of the August
22 Nov 2018
Ford ‘Sleep Suit’ shows how drowsy drivers can be as deadly as drink drivers
See a friend or loved one reach for the car keys after a boozy night out and many people will speak out or persuade them
27 Nov 2020
Ten years to get 55,000 technicians trained on EVs
The UK government recently announced plans to accelerate the ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans, bringing it forward by
17 Aug 2018
Is there a Leading Light in your community?
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is calling for nominations in the annual ‘Leading Lights in Road Safety’ awards. Now in its eleventh year, these awards
25 Jun 2018
Forecast for hottest week of the year brings driving dangers – AA Ireland
Motorists are being advised of inherent driving dangers during the current heatwave Although a week of sunshine is most definitely welcomed, the change in weather
15 Jun 2018
Broad road safety coalition commits to work towards zero traffic fatalities
Major players in the European mobility sector signed a road safety pledge to contribute to achieving zero traffic fatalities by 2050. The coalition includes the
21 May 2018
European Commission’s third Mobility Package targets 50 per cent less road deaths
Developments in the safety of Irish roads took a huge leap forward last Thursday, with a landmark EU proposal to mandate the fitting of lifesaving technologies,
21 May 2018
Auto industry supports EC’s vehicle safety measures
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) represents the 15 major Europe-based car, van, truck and bus manufacturers. Last week, it welcomed the new European Commission
23 Oct 2017
Continental shows cutting edge technologies at Vision Zero Live event
Continental, the leading tyre and automotive technology group, brought its Vision Zero Live event to Mondello Race Circuit in Co. Kildare recently. Over three days,
08 May 2018
Volvo Cars and Volvo Trucks share live vehicle data to improve traffic safety
Volvo Cars, the premium car maker, and leading truck maker Volvo Trucks will share real-time data to expand coverage of the companies’ connected safety technology,
02 May 2018
Motorists urged to give cyclists the space to ride safe
Drivers are being asked to slow down and keep a safe distance when overtaking cyclists on both urban and rural roads. This call comes following
01 May 2018
European Commission publishes road safety guide
The European Commission has published the “ Safer roads for all: the EU good practices Guide”. The Guide has been realized by the DG Mobility and
06 Oct 2017
RSA launches website in support of new drink driving bill
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has today Friday 6 October, launched a website, to provide factual information on drink driving in Ireland and to dispel
04 Oct 2017
Irish drivers who drive own cars for work not undertaking vehicle maintenance
Research has found that many business travellers across Ireland who drive their own cars for work, the so-called ‘grey fleet’, do not always carry out
04 Oct 2017
Get your tyres checked on Tyre Safety Day
Motorists are being urged to get their tyres checked, as part of Road Safety Week, which runs until Sunday.
28 Sep 2017
Do Drink and Drive – Dangers of driver dehydration
Nissan is encouraging drivers to ‘hit the bottle’ – that’s water not alcohol – to raise awareness of the impact dehydration can have on road safety.
22 Sep 2017
New campaign warns of dangers of drink driving the ‘morning after’
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Síochána have, today Friday 22 September, launched a public information campaign to educate drivers about the dangers
28 Feb 2018
RSA will adopt pragmatic approach to driving and rest time rules
In light of the recent weather warnings and the potential impact on Heavy Good Vehicles (HGV) operations, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) says it will
04 Sep 2017
Vehicle safety systems – putting drivers in control
Each year the UK records more than 5,000 accidents involving workplace transport* with poor visibility and being struck when reversing being common causes. More can