Tips and Blogs

Despite summer arriving late, the days are getting shorter so it’s important to adjust driving preparation and style to match the hazards that autumn can bring

Why are some cities introducing charges for vehicles to enter? To improve air quality, some local authorities are introducing charges for the most polluting vehicles to enter a designated boundary.

The August Bank Holiday weekend is approaching, and although the weather doesn’t look great it’s predicted that millions of cars will be out on the road.

Even the most experienced drivers could be caught out by some of the more obscure rules and regulations of The Highway Code

It’s been a soggy few weeks for many in the UK but, with temperatures set to rise over the next few days, IAM RoadSmart is here to help you.

It could be argued that the whole of The North Coast 500 is just one big spectacular view, and who are we to argue! In this blog, we will explore the top 10 scenic views on the North Coast 500 that you won't want to miss.

Staying cool is essential for both enjoyment and safety, and you should never use hot weather as an excuse to scrimp on protection.

Geoff Salt has been an IAM motorcycle observer for 27 years and has observed more than 150 RoadSmart members who all went on to pass their Advanced Test with IAM.

To celebrate Armed Forces Day, IAM RoadSmart caught up with IAM member and National Observer Andrew Wiley, a member of the armed forces for more than 30 years.

Marcus is a retired police officer and has been an IAM RoadSmart Examiner for more than 30 years.

Raymond Clarke from Lisburn Advanced Motorcyclist tells his story from qualifying as an IAM RoadSmart Advanced Rider to Observer. "By way of explanation and as an indication of where I am on the journey that most, if not all, riders are on, I offer the following..."

Dan Given became Lisburn Advanced Motorcyclist’s (LAM) youngest ever Advanced rider when he passed his test in September 2021, aged 19.

‘Enjoyment’ might not be a word you’d initially associate with a driving course, but that’s exactly what IAM RoadSmart’s Advanced Driver Course gave to Margaret and Harriet – and much more!

Graham Bryson, tells his story from becoming an advanced rider to a blood biker - all whilst battling cancer. "Majority of the observers were blood bikers who made me aware of the charity and I realised I would like to be involved with the work they were doing."

After a serious road traffic accident and traumatic brain injury at age 29, why would you ever get back on a bike? It’s a question to ask Paul Batten who, despite a ‘pause’ of nearly ten years, not only got back on a bike but has recently passed his IAM RoadSmart Masters qualification.