5 PEOPLE DIE ON OUR ROADS EVERY DAY
As we mark Road Safety Week 2025, it’s the perfect moment to focus on this year’s theme from Brake – Safe Vehicles Save Lives – and to reflect on how vehicle condition, technology, and responsible driving behaviours work hand-in-hand to reduce risk on our roads.
Every year, more than 1,700 people lose their lives on UK roads, and a further 30,000 suffer serious, life-changing injuries. Brake’s annual campaign shines a light on the steps we can all take to protect people on the road, while supporting victims and families affected by crashes.
In this blog, we explore how employers and drivers can manage speed more safely, and how vehicle safety plays a vital role in preventing collisions, protecting drivers, and saving lives. We also share how The NX Group supports safer roads through its fleet, technology, and training.
Managing Driver Speed Through Safe Vehicles
Brake’s theme reminds us that speed management doesn’t start with the driver alone – it begins with the vehicle. Safe, well-maintained, modern vehicles reduce the likelihood of crashes and help drivers stay in control in unexpected situations.
According to Global Fleet Champions there are a few simple tips that employers can undertake to ensure the safety of their employees.
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Prevent vehicle deterioration with regular maintenance
A safe vehicle is the first defence against speed-related incidents. Ensuring your vehicles are in good working order, meeting and exceeding road safety standards, with regular servicing helps prevent accidents and unnecessary breakdowns.
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Use data to track driving behaviour
Tracking software allows you to gain transparency and clarity in day-to-day operations on the road. Informed decisions can be made around drive time, alternate routes, and adjustments to fuel consumption as well as offering information that can be used to help improve driver behaviour.
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Ensure drivers are aware of safety policy changes
Data tracking may result in safety policy changes being made in your company. Ensure you make your drivers aware of these changes. Laying newfound knowledge down into the law of your fleet clears the air and communicates the seriousness of driver safety.
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Safety incentive programmes to reinforce good habits
Once all your driver safety measures have been implemented you may need a few incentives to make the policies stick. Even in safe vehicles, long stretches on the road can lead to lapses in attention. Incentive programmes help keep safety top of mind, reward good driving practices, and promote a culture where drivers take pride in operating vehicles responsibly.
Safe Vehicles at The NX Group
As a distribution company, our responsibility goes beyond our own drivers. We play a crucial role in protecting all road users across our logistics networks and within our local Northamptonshire community.
Our Transport Manager, Eddie Johnson, oversees our secure fleet and trained drivers.
NX’s professional drivers strive for safer roads
Eddie says: “At NX we are very proud of our dedicated fleet of secure vehicles, which are fitted with both top level security and driver safety features. Our drivers are professionals and have road safety at the forefront of their minds and are fully aware of the dangers posed by speeding.
“We offer a secure distribution service and pride ourselves on our ability to deliver our customers goods securely, safely and on time. However, we always ensure that even the increased risk by rushing to make a delivery within a certain time does not compromise our commitment to road safety.”
What The NX Group does to support safer vehicles and safer speeds:
- Continuous fleet reviews to ensure our vehicles include the latest safety and security technologies.
- Ongoing driver training and support, making sure our teams understand how to use safety features correctly and follow all safety protocols.
- Advanced route-planning technology to carefully manage delivery schedules, avoid risky routes, and make sure drivers never feel compelled to speed or take shortcuts.
Safer vehicles mean safer drivers, fewer collisions, and greater protection for everyone on the road.
Online Driver Training
As part of its road safety campaigns, Brake has compiled an online driver training programme for drivers to understand six key areas of road risk.
The training takes about an hour to complete and at the end you can print a certificate to show you have completed it.
Take Brake’s Driver Training Here
Let’s Talk About Speed – and Vehicle Safety
Speed remains one of the biggest killers on our roads. Every time we exceed the limit or drive too fast for conditions, we increase the risk of a crash – and increase the likelihood that someone will be seriously hurt.
But this year’s theme reminds us of something crucial: The safety of the vehicle itself can be the difference between life and death.
A well-maintained vehicle with modern safety features helps drivers stay in control, avoid collisions, and reduce harm if the worst happens.
This Road Safety Week, let’s talk openly about speed, vehicle safety, and our collective responsibility across the logistics industry to keep people safe.
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