Motorists are now more worried about the dangers of distraction posed by technology and social media than drink-driving, according to the Institute of Advanced Motorist’s (IAM) first major survey into safety culture. The Safety Culture Index report was launched today by the IAM, and is a study of more than 2,000 UK motorists’ attitudes to […]
Ford Research Shows Brits More Likely To Take A Selfie Whilst Driving
Ford research for its acclaimed Driving Skills for Life programme has revealed that young Brit drivers are the most likely to take a ‘selfie’ while at the wheel. According to the survey, British drivers were the most likely to photograph themselves (a ‘selfie’) while on the move (33 per cent), ahead of counterparts in Germany […]
Drayson Racing Hunts Top Racing Talent For Formula E
Formula E is due to run in 2014 and will feature some top flight racing with, unsurprisingly, electric vehicles at the forefront. Hopefully they’ll fit synthetic noise production units or part of the atmosphere of a racing event will be missing – though that’s by the by. At a recent Formula E press conference, Lord […]
MonkeyPlate – Social Media For Cars
If you’ve never heard of it, here’s the skinny on this exciting new way to get in touch with other petrolheads: Launched in October 2011, monkeyplate.com is a clever website that lets car fans connect in the real world and share online, with the innovative use of customised stickers displayed on members’ rides. An online […]