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GR1T, the Berlin-based electric motorcycle start-up you’ve probably never heard of, is hoping to make a splash next week at EICMA. The brand has announced that it will be at the iconic Milan event, showing off its two prototypes: the ‘urban commuter’ G1S Street naked offering 36 hp, and the ‘same bike but with different…

Starting in early 2026, the UK driving theory test will include new questions on CPR and the use of defibrillators to enhance emergency preparedness among new drivers.  These updates are a big move forward in improving road safety and community health, making sure new drivers are prepared with essential emergency response skills. Key Changes Rationale Behind the Changes

A new study has revealed that a large proportion of motorists have been leaving themselves open to hefty fines, licence points, and even disqualification by neglecting basic tyre maintenance. A nationwide survey found that 37 per cent of drivers have admitted delaying tyre replacements until their car’s annual MOT test signals potential failure — meaning…

The DVLA has announced changes to its medical fitness standards, introducing tougher wording for motorists with certain conditions. The updated framework, which applies to both private licence holders and professional drivers of buses and lorries, aims to offer clinicians, who test whether motorists are fit to drive, stricter guidance. The new guidance introduces fresh classifications…

The new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is being introduced, which means there are important changes for people travelling from the UK to Europe.   If you are planning to travel from the UK to a country within the European Union (EU) Schengen area, it’s important to be aware of the new rules.  Non-EU travellers – including most UK citizens…

Spain’s traffic authority has announced a significant update to its breakdown laws: starting 1 January 2026, all vehicles on the roads must have and use a V-16 emergency beacon instead of the traditional warning triangles. This change aims to minimize accidents and reduce fatalities caused by drivers leaving their vehicles on busy roads. The V-16…

Polaris, which acquired Indian Motorcycle in 2011, has now entered into an agreement to sell a majority stake in the iconic American motorcycle brand to Carolwood LP, a private equity firm. The deal is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026. Also included in this announcement is news about new leadership, including Indian’s…

It’s a hot day. You’re only popping down the road on your bike. What’s the worst that can happen? Well, you could get knocked off, but what if you’re not wearing ‘proper’ motorcycle riding kit? Could it affect an injury claim? According to the Highway Code’s rules for motorcyclists (83-88) at the time of writing, the rider…

Electric bikes in the US and Europe are a tale of two halves. For some, like Energica and LiveWire, the outlook is as bleak as it gets, while for others, we’re looking at you Stark and Oset/Triumph, the future seems rosier. What is clear is that if you want to succeed in the world of…