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.
News & Updates
Camper conversions, weight restrictions & speed limits: Everything you need to know about van safety
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.
Latest from our socials
5 Things you need to know about driving YOUR van… Join Sgt Messenger as he goes through a few essential requirements to check before you drive a Van.
For a more in depth feature on Vans and how to legally modify them safely for road use, check out the video by GCM
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Another Quiz for you all… An easy one this time – although these double roundabouts do a decent job at often confusing people!
Just for fun, let's see how many of you out there know your stuff… or think you do!
Add your answers in the comments and we'll post the correct answer on Thursday…
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The T.R.I.P. checks every driver needs to perform are easy to remember:
TOP UP your fuel or battery, oil and screen wash
REST with planned stops every two hours for at least 15 minutes
INSPECT tyre pressure and tread before setting out, to ensure you can drive safely
PREPARE for all weather conditions