Category Archives: Driver Safety
Severe Winds – Met Eireann Weather Alert
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has received a Weather Warning from Met Éireann advising of extreme wind or stormy conditions today 12th September 2011. Southwest winds with mean speeds of 50 to 80 km/h with gusts ranging from 90 to … Continue reading
Driving Test Advice: Road Signs – Regulatory Traffic Signs
Road signs are a vital part of driving and learner drivers preparing for the driving test must ensure that they are familar with the Road Signs. Over the next few posts we here at the Irish School of Motoring will … Continue reading
Safety Advice & Tips For Summer Driving!
The summer is here and that means higher volumes of traffice making their way out onto our roads. Regardless of whether you are taking a day-trip of planning to holiday with you car there are certain consideration that you need … Continue reading
New Awareness Campaign on Motorway Safety Launched by The RSA (Road Safety Authority)
Since 2005, over 100 people have been killed or seriously injured as a result of collisions on Ireland’s motorway network. Central to the campaign is a new 40 second TV advert, which has been produced by the RSA to raise awareness of the rules of the road and important safety issues on Motorways. Continue reading
7 Golden Rules Of Eco-Driving – Saving You Money & The Environment
With rising fuel prices more and more motorists are conscious of getting maximum efficiency form their car. Eco-driving is a way of driving that reduces fuel consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and accident rates. Eco-driving is about driving in a smart, … Continue reading
Initial Basic Training (IBT) for motorcyclists
In a bid to improve road safety on Irish roads, all new first time Motorbike-learner permit holders with effect from 6th December 2010 are required to undertake mandatory initial basic training (IBT) with an approved driving instructor (ADI). Initial Basic … Continue reading
