Safety

Volvo creates ‘ultimate driving simulator’ to boost safety

Volvo's ‘ultimate driving simulator’ uses gaming technology to develop safer cars. It blurs the line between simulation and reality.

What is Automated Lane Keeping System (ALKS)?

Automated Lane Keeping System (ALKS) has been referred to as a ‘traffic jam chauffeur’. But what is ALKS and what does it mean for UK roads?

These are the UK’s safest – and least safe – car parks

Using analysis of 200 of the UK's busiest car parks, we can reveal the safest and least safe places to park your car. In short: park in Exeter, Devon.

Taxi with illegal part-worn tyres approved by councils

Four councils in the North West of England have been exposed for issuing taxi licenses for a Skoda Octavia fitted with four illegal part-worn tyres.

Why sleep is the best cure for drowsy driving

Opening the car windows won't keep you awake behind the wheel, but a good night's sleep is the best prevention for drowsy driving.

Is that ‘new car smell’ killing you softly?

Whether or not you like that ‘new car smell’, have you ever stopped to consider what it is – and what it might be doing to your health?

98 percent wouldn’t report a family member for drink-driving

The vast majority of people wouldn't report a family member for drink-driving, but are more likely to call the police if the driver is a stranger.

Tesla Model X a ‘stand-out performer’ in Euro NCAP safety tests

Euro NCAP has published its second-to-last 2019 release, and this one’s a biggie. Tesla's Model X and Porsche's Taycan have faced NCAP’s crash testing

Motorists warned about effects of cold and flu tablets

Drivers are warned that some cold and flu tablets can cause drowsiness, making driving dangerous. They could also be breaking the law.

Mazda CX-30 gets ‘almost perfect’ safety score

The latest Euro NCAP test results are out, and it’s good news for a range of crossovers and SUVs. However, the new Vauxhall Corsa falls short.