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citizen.co.zaIsrael road deaths fell in 2026 with lower traffic
National Road Safety Authority figures show fewer fatalities on Israeli roads in 2026. The agency attributes the decline to reduced vehicle traffic during Operation Roaring Lion rather than safety improvements.
foxtrotalpha.jalopnik.comTexas Introduces Language Requirement for Driver's License Applicants
Texas officials announced a new requirement that driver's license applicants must demonstrate English proficiency. The measure aims to improve road safety across the state.
Los Angeles TimesTruck Overturns in Afghanistan’s Laghman Province, Killing at Least 22 People Including 10 Children
A truck carrying Afghan families returning from Pakistan overturned early Saturday near the Surkhakan intersection in Qarghayi district, killing at least 22 people including 10 children and five women.
thehindu.comTruck Overturns in Afghanistan, Killing 18 and Injuring 35
A truck carrying Afghan refugees returning from Pakistan overturned on a highway in Laghman province on Saturday, killing 18 people and injuring 35 others. Most of the victims were women and children.
bbc.co.ukTwo Men Jailed After Recording Themselves Driving Over 130 mph Before Fatal Crash
A court sentenced two men to prison terms after they filmed themselves driving above 130 mph and then crashed, killing one person. The footage was presented as evidence during the trial.
South China Morning PostTwo Men Jailed for Fatal Crash at 139 mph in 30 mph Zone
A driver and passenger received prison sentences after a high-speed collision that killed a pedestrian. The pair had recorded themselves using nitrous oxide and running red lights moments before impact.
freepressjournal.inZimbabwe President Directs Agencies to Coordinate Road Safety After 24 Deaths
President Emmerson Mnangagwa ordered government departments to coordinate road-safety efforts after three accidents in five days killed 24 people. He also directed the revival of road-maintenance units and resources for damaged highways.
thewalrus.caLondon to Add 200 New School Streets Restricting Vehicle Access
Transport for London will launch 200 additional School Street projects across the capital by 2030. The measures restrict vehicle access near schools during drop-off and pick-up times.
bbc.co.ukPolice close Grosvenor Place after cyclist crash at Hyde Park Corner
A serious collision involving a cyclist and a lorry closed Grosvenor Place at Hyde Park Corner on Saturday evening. Police vehicles and several other vehicles remained at the scene hours later.
nypost.comStudy Ranks U.S. States by Gen Z Driver Crash Rates
A report using federal data ranked states by accident, fatality, speeding and alcohol-related crash rates for drivers ages 15 to 29. Montana recorded the highest recklessness score; New York recorded the lowest.
bbc.co.ukNorthern Ireland Considers New Rules on Passing Stationary Buses
Northern Ireland's Department for Infrastructure received 601 responses to a consultation on measures to protect children boarding or leaving buses. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said the responses will inform possible new legislation.
bbc.co.ukFour People Including Two Five-Year-Olds Critically Injured in Gisburn Crash
Four people, including two five-year-old children, were taken to hospital with critical injuries after a collision between two cars on the A59 in Gisburn. Lancashire Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
bbc.co.ukDrug Driver Jailed for 12 Years After Killing Woman in 80 mph Crash
A 34-year-old man was sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to causing death by dangerous driving and related offenses in a December 2024 crash in Plymouth. The victim, a 60-year-old woman, died at the scene after her car was struck head-on.
theolivepress.esSurvey Finds 19 Percent of UK Drivers Speed to Save Fuel
A new survey shows nearly one in five UK drivers have increased speed believing it improves fuel efficiency. The research also found widespread confusion about speeding laws and higher distraction rates during family trips.
theyeshivaworld.comTwo Killed, Several Injured in Truck and Minibus Crash Near Ashdod
A truck and minibus collided on Highway 7 near the Sorek Interchange late Wednesday night. Two people died and about ten others were injured.
dailyexcelsior.comRoad Fatalities Equal 25 Airliner Crashes Annually in U.S.
U.S. road deaths each year match the toll of 25 fatal airliner accidents. A commentator suggested simulator training for truck drivers could reduce those numbers.
thequint.comQueensland Road Safety Week Prompts Warnings After Rise in Near Misses
The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland reported a sharp increase in near misses involving its tow trucks during the six months ending April 2026. Officials urged motorists to follow Move Over, Slow Down laws during National Road Safety Week.
montrealgazette.comDriver Receives Two-Year Ban After BMW Crash Into Hedge
A 30-year-old man from Wiltshire was sentenced for dangerous driving after losing control of his BMW during a drift maneuver. Police said the incident occurred while he was heading to a countryside meetup.
The IndependentLorry Driver Jailed for 11 Years After Fatal M20 Crash While on Video Call
A Croatian lorry driver received an 11-year prison sentence for causing a fatal crash on the M20 in Kent while using his phone. The court heard he was on a video call at the moment of impact.
bbc.co.uk18-Year-Old Dies in Devon Motorcycle Crash
Kyan Dunn, 18, from Tiverton, died from injuries sustained in a collision on 2 May. Devon and Cornwall Police said the crash involved a black Yamaha motorcycle and a white Ford Transit box truck at the junction of Newport Street and St Peter Street.
bbc.co.ukLorry Driver Jailed for 11 Years After Fatal M20 Crash
A Croatian lorry driver received an 11-year prison sentence after admitting dangerous driving that killed a 36-year-old father of two on the M20 motorway in Kent. The court heard he was on a video call and had sent multiple messages before the November 2025 collision.
marketwatch.comEight Trucking Associations Endorse SAFE Act To Target Chameleon Carriers
Eight trucking associations sent a letter to the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee endorsing the SAFE Act. The bill seeks to use automation and technology to identify chameleon carriers that repeatedly shut down and reopen under new names to evade penalties. The a…
The Times3% of Driving Examiner Applicants Qualify as Test Backlog Persists
Last year 19,138 people started applications to become driving examiners but only 327 passed all stages, according to Department for Transport data. Justin Stanbrook took nine months and five rounds of forms, tests and role plays to secure the role, then worked seven years before…
thehindu.comUK to Mandate Driver Monitoring Cameras in All New Vehicles from July
All new cars sold in the UK and Europe must include camera-based Driver Monitoring Systems starting July 7 to detect impairment, tiredness or distraction. The technology forms part of broader plans to make 18 safety features compulsory, with the consultation closing May 11.
news.sky.comTexas AG Investigates Commercial Driving Schools for Violating Training Standards
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated an investigation into several commercial driving schools accused of providing substandard training, including to non-English speakers, violating federal and state laws. This follows federal actions against sham schools and recent fa…
rt.comUK Proposes 24-Month Extension for Ukrainian Driving Licences in Great Britain
The UK government has proposed extending driving rights for Ukrainian licence holders by 24 months under the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme. This would allow eligible individuals to operate cars, motorcycles and mopeds for up to 60 or 78 months after becoming residents. A pu…
dailycaller.comU.S. Truck Accident Fatalities Hit 5,000 in 2024, a 50% Rise from 2009 Levels
Approximately 5,000 people died in truck accidents in 2024, marking a rise of more than 50% from 15 years prior. A new proposed law aims to strengthen enforcement against truck drivers, though safety advocates argue it fails to address freight brokers. CBS News correspondent Jim…
Martin Addison / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 2.0)Approval Granted for 64-Home Development in Street Despite Road Access Concerns
Local officials have approved plans to build 64 new homes in Street, Somerset. The decision comes amid concerns raised by residents about safe road access to the site. The development aims to address housing needs in the area.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFormer X Factor Contestant Chico Slade Convicted of Drink-Driving
Chico Slade, known from the X Factor, was found guilty of drink-driving in court. He stated that he had consumed alcohol for six hours while mourning a friend's death and had taken flu medicine. The conviction follows his arrest after police observed his vehicle.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWaymo Integrates Pothole Detection Data with Waze for Sharing with Cities
Waymo, a subsidiary of Alphabet, has begun using its robotaxi fleet to detect potholes and share the data with Waze, another Alphabet-owned service. This collaboration allows the information to be distributed to Waze users and local authorities. The initiative aims to improve roa…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Cities Launch Pothole Repair Efforts Following Severe Winter Weather in 2026
Cities across the United States are addressing widespread pothole damage caused by heavy snow, sub-zero temperatures, and road salt during the 2026 winter. Officials in areas like Baltimore, New York, and Connecticut report significant increases in potholes, prompting repair init…