Category: News

BSA has introduced the new BSA Thunderbolt, blending stunning design with cutting-edge rider technology demanded by this segment. The original Thunderbolt was known for its touring and off-road capabilities, and now the legacy of the last bike produced at the Birmingham factory in 1972 passes on to BSA’s first adventure bike. BSA is ready to…

Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today announced its model year 2026 lineup, unveiling the Sport Scout RT, new Sport Scout Sixty, new paint and graphics, and adding new distinctive Indian Motorcycle accessories across its cruiser, bagger and touring lineup. “Scout is a market-leading, globally recognised icon, and with the debut of the Sport Scout…

Motorcyclists remain the most vulnerable road users in Britain, with fatalities rising by 8% in 2024 despite an overall decline in road deaths, according to the Department for Transport’s latest annual casualty report. The newly published government figures show 340 rider deaths last year – up from 315 in 2023 – making motorcyclists the only…

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…