IAM responds to road fatalities figure for London
The Institute of Advanced Motorists’ (IAM) has responded to the news that there were 127 deaths on London’s roads in 2014, 27 of which were motorcyclists, last year.
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Wandsworth Council green lights London Formula E circuit
The London finale of the all-electric FIA Formula E Championship has received planning approval from Wandsworth Council. The race will be held on 27 and 28 June within the grounds of Battersea Park, a location which should, in the middle of summer, present an appropriately effulgent capital for the end of the series’ first season. An additional race will also be added to the London ePrix, increasing the inaugural calendar by one additional race to 11. Series founding partner Michelin will provide control tyres for both rounds, continuing in its role as Formula E official tyre supplier.
Men and Londoners most likely to give thumbs up to driverless cars
The Government has confirmed that changes to road regulations and car maintenance checks will be necessary to accommodate driverless cars, but new research published today by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) shows that an even bigger shift will be required in public acceptance of driverless cars.
Islington Council to charge diesel drivers more
Islington Council has announced plans for 9,000 diesel car drivers to pay almost £100 extra every year to park outside their homes in an attempt to cut air pollution.
