Thousands of speeding fines issued in England since 2021 are set for cancellation after National Highways identified a 'technical anomaly' in variable speed cameras. The fault caused cameras to incorrectly penalise drivers on motorways and A-roads, leading to reimbursements and point removals for affected motorists.
A federal audit by the FMCSA found that over 50% of non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses issued by the New York DMV were illegal, leading the USDOT to threaten withholding $73 million in federal highway funds. The audit cited systemic failures, including issuing 8-year licenses without verifying lawful presence.
A potential head-on collision between an express passenger train and a freight train was narrowly averted in the Liptov area of Slovakia on December 9, 2025. The trains stopped mere meters apart, with preliminary investigations pointing to human error in train traffic management. The incident caused significant rail delays.
A male motorcyclist has died following a crash on Park Road in Auburn, Sydney's west, late Sunday night. Emergency services responded after the motorcycle collided with a power pole. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
A deadly bus crash in Turkey's southeastern Osmaniye province on Saturday, December 6, 2025, claimed the lives of seven people and injured eleven others. An intercity bus rear-ended a stationary truck on the Adana-Gaziantep highway.
A 41-year-old man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for grossly negligent manslaughter after a fatal drunk driving crash near St. Pölten, Austria. The accident, which occurred in September, resulted in the death of a 20-year-old motorcyclist. The driver had a blood alcohol content of over 2.2 per mille and a history of alcohol-related driving offenses.
Canada is rolling out new federal guidelines for senior drivers starting late November and early December 2025. These regulations introduce mandatory age-based assessments, including vision, medical, and cognitive screenings, alongside more frequent licence renewals, to enhance road safety across the country.
Livingston Hughes, 72, of South Hill, Anguilla, died on November 27, 2025, after being struck by a green Mitsubishi Jeep while walking. This incident marks the second road fatality in Anguilla this year, prompting renewed calls for road safety from authorities.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has announced the formation of an Emergency Bridge Task Force to address the critical issue of students in remote areas risking their lives to reach school. The initiative, announced on November 28, 2025, aims to construct approximately 300,000 bridges nationwide by next year, mobilizing universities, military, and police.
A 23-year-old man, identified as Nicolas Costa, died in a head-on collision between a van and a truck on a link road in Vizzolo Predabissi, Milanese area, on Monday, November 24, 2025. The truck driver, 50, was hospitalized with minor injuries.
Estonia's Ministry of Climate is reviewing electric scooter regulations, proposing a ban for children under 10 and mandatory bicycle permits for those aged 10-15. This initiative follows a significant increase in accidents involving minors, with officials aiming to enhance road safety and curb the use of high-speed models by inexperienced riders.
A 37-year-old man was apprehended after a stolen car caused a deadly hit-and-run on National Highway Route 4 in Tokyo's Adachi Ward on Monday, November 24, 2025. The incident resulted in one fatality and eleven injuries, with police investigating the suspect for theft and dangerous driving.
The last rites for 45 Indian Umrah pilgrims, who tragically died in a bus accident near Madinah on November 17, 2025, were conducted on November 22. The solemn ceremonies, attended by Indian and Saudi officials, relatives, and community members, included funeral prayers at the Prophet's Mosque and burial at the sacred Jannat ul Baqi cemetery.
Ireland marked the 2025 World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims with a national ceremony in Dublin. The event, hosted by the Road Safety Authority, honored those killed or seriously injured on Irish roads, with speakers sharing poignant testimonies. The day served as a stark reminder of the 157 lives lost on Irish roads this year.
A truck crashed into Jeil Market in Bucheon, South Korea, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, killing two women in their 70s and injuring 18 others. The driver, a man in his 60s, was arrested, claiming sudden unintended acceleration or brake failure. Police are investigating the exact cause.
Various highways across Mexico experienced blockades, partial closures, and traffic congestion on November 8, 2025. Disruptions stemmed from ongoing farmer protests demanding fair corn pricing, recent transporters' demonstrations against highway violence, and localized accidents, impacting key logistical corridors and regional travel.
Nigeria's Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) reported a significant rise in road traffic crashes, with 7,715 incidents and 3,915 fatalities nationwide between January and September 2025. This marks a 10.04% increase in crashes and an 11.55% rise in deaths compared to the same period in 2024, prompting renewed calls for safer driving practices.
A 45-year-old man has died following a workplace incident at a construction site on the New England Highway in Tarro, New South Wales. The man was allegedly struck by a material transfer vehicle late Thursday night. Police and SafeWork NSW are investigating the circumstances.
Aberdeenshire Council has commenced active enforcement of Scotland's national pavement parking ban from November 4, 2025. Motorists violating the rules, which prohibit parking on pavements, double parking, and blocking dropped kerbs, will now face a £100 fine. The ban, introduced by the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019, aims to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility.
A tragic dumper truck accident in Jaipur's Harmada area on November 3, 2025, resulted in 19 fatalities and numerous injuries. The driver, suspected of being intoxicated, rammed into multiple vehicles on Sikar Road, sparking protests and drawing condolences from national leaders.
