Automotive

    Noise devices for electric cars to aid pedestrian safety

    New models of electric vehicles must now be fitted with a device to emit noise, under an EU rule aimed at improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.

    Published date:

    05/07/2019


    Idling drivers face bigger fines under new plans

    The Government is to launch a consultation on proposals to impose higher fines on drivers who leave their engines running while parked.

    Published date:

    05/07/2019


    Inside the secret symbols of welders

    Every profession has its own language, but few seem more mysterious to the uninitiated than that of welders. As our towns and cities age, the talents of welders will be needed more than ever - rebuilding our bridges, buildings and roads for the years to come. Find out about the standardized symbols they use to give and receive instructions, and document their work.

    Published date:

    02/07/2019


    A Safe Place to Work: a new BSI guide to occupational health and safety

    How do we help employers from every industry navigate their way through the health and safety landscape? BSI has produced a vital guide, 'A Safe Place to Work: The role of standards in shaping the future of health and safety', that shows you how ISO 45001 is making an impact on mental health, small businesses and companies around the globe.

    Published date:

    02/07/2019


    Trials for cameras to tackle vehicle noise pollution

    The Department for Transport is to trial acoustic cameras to detect vehicles which break noise limits.

    Published date:

    11/06/2019


    The updated fire standards series: what you should know

    BSI has published a major revision of its series of fire safety engineering (FSE) standards to reflect the latest thinking on fire safety.

    Published date:

    01/05/2019


    EU to slash heavy-duty vehicle emissions by 30%

    Manufacturers will be forced to cut carbon dioxide emissions from new trucks by almost a third from 2030 under new EU laws, according to Air Quality News.

    Published date:

    24/04/2019


    England could follow Scotland in pavement parking ban

    The House of Commons Transport Committee is to look at the issue of pavement parking and consider solutions, including a possible ban.

    Published date:

    09/04/2019


    EU lawmakers agree new vehicle safety standards

    All new cars, vans, lorries and buses sold in Europe will be required to have enhanced safety features as standard after new rules were agreed by the European Union.

    Published date:

    29/03/2019


    Car buyers being overcharged for loans, says FCA

    An investigation by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has found that some car buyers are being overcharged by more than £1,000 when they take out a loan to buy a car.

    Published date:

    20/03/2019