Working hard to save lives on devon & Cornwall's roads
What is Vision Zero South West?
Vision Zero South West is a partnership involving many organisations in Devon and Cornwall who share one goal – to eliminate death and serious injury from our roads.
Led by a diverse board of experts — including senior police and fire officers, leading clinicians, councillors, and the Police and Crime Commissioner — the board meets quarterly to discuss strategies and projects aimed at reducing serious collisions.
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Who Is Most At Risk?
The UK has some of the world’s safest roads, but we believe any death or serious injury is one too many. Through research and analysis, Vision Zero South West has identified the road users who are most at-risk.
Find detailed statistics and insights including collision data, high harm routes and safety camera figures.
Find out more about some of the innovative projects we are involved with which aim to help reduce collisions. You can also find links to the latest road projects in your area.
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Poor vision puts you and other road users at risk. Drivers with defective eyesight will struggle to stay in lane, keep a constant speed or read road signs. Impaired vision also hampers your ability to react to unexpected hazards and increases the risk of fatigue on longer journeys.
Watch our video for more about the importance of good vision for driving.
Many drivers, especially those who drive for work, are unaware of how diabetes can affect their ability to control a vehicle. DPN can cause:
Reduced Sensation – Loss of feeling in the feet and legs can make it harder to feel the pedals and respond quickly.
Impaired Muscle Function – Weakness in the foot and ankle muscles can hinder control over the vehicle.
Altered Pedal Control – Research shows drivers with DPN often use pedals less precisely, increasing the chance of incorrect or delayed braking.
When combined with underinflated, worn, or damaged tyres, these challenges can severely impact stopping distances and reaction times, putting drivers and other road users at greater risk.
Tyres on vans and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) are always on the go, carrying loads or making lots of drop-offs, often in some pretty challenging conditions.
Now, rough roads or those pesky kerb scuffs can really take a toll on their tyres, causing damage and wear that’s way more than what you’d expect from a regular car tyre. Since they’re such a key part of the vehicle, it’s super important to give all vans, no matter how old, regular checks to make sure their tyres are safe and in good condition.