Ten Things to Know About the Hierarchy of Road Users
A hierarchy of road users aims to protect those most vulnerable in the event of a collision writes Geraldine Herbert Introduction of a Hierarchy of road users: The hierarchy of road users is a new approach to road safety introduced in various countries and has been part of the UK’s Highway Code since 2022. This system aims to prioritize the safety of the most vulnerable road users. Top of the Hierarchy: Pedestrians: Pedestrians...
From cars to trucks 14 things to know about what vehicles are on EU roads
An overview of the European motor vehicle fleet in 2021 In 2019, the European Union passenger car fleet grew by 1.8% compared to 2018, with the number of cars on the road reaching 242.7 million. The highest growth was recorded in Romania (+7%), whereas the French car market contracted slightly (-0.3%). More than 28 million vans are in circulation throughout the EU. With 6 million vehicles, France has by far the largest van fleet,...
