GEM Warns Cyclists to ‘Think a head’ Before Using Free Bike Scheme
27 Aug, 2010
Road Safety and Breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is warning London visitors and dwellers to ‘Think a Head’ before jumping on the free bike scheme.
Beware of Holiday Breakdown this Summer
26 July, 2010
Experts in road safety and breakdown cover GEM Motoring Assist are warning motorists to be prepared when setting off for summer holidays this year. With the threat of volcanic ash and the recent bout of airline cabin crew strikes, it’s no surprise that people have decided to abandon air travel this year in favour of UK and continental holidays by car.
Be Your Dog's Best Friend And Don't Forget HIS H2O When Driving From A2B
July 06, 2010
This summer Road Safety Champion, GEM Motoring Assist is reminding motorists to take special care of their pets, asking owners to make sure their hound is properly hydrated on long and especially warm journeys.
Chairman's Annual Report for the Year Ending
31st December 2009
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to this, the year 2010, Annual General Meeting and to present the reports and accounts for the year ended 31st December 2009.
Survey Shows Biggest Is Not The Best As Small Breakdown Operator Gains ‘Top Spot’ Again
June 23, 2010
GEM Motoring Assist are now back in the No.1 spot again after being voted best breakdown company in the UK for 2010. Winners in 2008 and runners up in 2009, GEM has shown that biggest is not the best by again beating rivals including the AA, RAC and Green Flag in the 2010 Auto Express Driver Power Survey completed by 23,000 motorists.
Dosed-up and Dangerous - Drivers Admit to Medication Mistakes
June 16, 2010
According to a poll, 1 in 10 drivers has admitted their ability to drive was impaired after taking medication, whilst 3% actually admitted to having had an accident or near miss when driving under the influence of prescription or over-the-counter drugs.
Lawfully Secure Your Bikes This Summer
June 02, 2010
With the days getting longer, and the weather feeling warmer, more and more of us will be embracing the government’s advice to ‘Get on your Bike’ and enjoy the great outdoors this summertime. Whether it is a day out in the countryside, a weekend bike ride or a week long biking holiday, cycling is a great way to keep fit and healthy and spend time with your family.
Fabulous Father's Day Free Gift Idea From GEM
May 25, 2010
Father’s Day is approaching and not-for-profit road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist has come up with a GEM of an idea for a father’s day.
Fink & Drive
May 18, 2010
This summer, in a bid to revive the art of conversation amongst families in the car, road safety and breakdown cover organisation GEM Motoring Assist is teaming up with Fink Cards, a company aimed at getting people talking
Kids Think Mum is Better at Driving than Dad
April 27, 2010
Incredibly, 6 in 10 children aged 5 to 16 claim they are happier and more relaxed when mum is behind the wheel.
'Use Subtlety Over Shock Tactics', says GEM
Mar 31, 2010
Sussex based Road Safety organisation GEM Motoring Assist, are 100% behind a new ad campaign from the Sussex Safer Roads Partnership about the importance of wearing a seatbelt, describing the minute and a half ad as ‘one of the most powerful and evocative road safety adverts ever seen.’
GEM says, "Changing Clocks Causes Chaos For Drivers"
March 23, 2010
Sunday 28th March will spell the official start to British Summer Time as the clocks go forward giving us an extra hour of daylight. However, even though the summer days will be lighter, this also means we lose an hour of sleep.
1 in 2 Drivers Have Had A Crash Or Near Miss Whilst Swerving To Avoid A Pothole!
Feb 24, 2010
A survey carried out by road safety organisation, GEM Motoring Assist (GEM), reveals that half of UK drivers have had a crash or a near miss whilst swerving to avoid a pothole!
GEM Calls To Ban The 'Boulevard Bullies'
Feb 24, 2010
While the Prime Minister and other Government members are currently busy dealing with problems of bullying at work GEM Motoring Assist, a road safety association founded in 1932, has suggested that bullying on the road is a far bigger issue for the nation to tackle.
Swot Up On Your Cycling For Sport Relief
Feb 16, 2010
A host of celebrities are gearing up to inspire the nation to take to their bikes for this year’s Sport Relief
Toyota Recalls Up To 1.8 million Vehicles
Feb 05, 2010
Toyota Motor Europe has announced the recall of eight models in Europe, to solve a potential accelerator pedal issue. Read more.
GEM Warns: Don't Get Stuck Down Lovers' Lane This Valentine's Day
Feb 03, 2010
Valentine’s Day falls on a Sunday this year, meaning a romantic weekend away for couples in the UK will definitely be on the cards.
MOT Yourself This New Year
Jan 18, 2010
With the start of a new year, road safety group GEM Motoring Assist, voted No. 1 for breakdown cover in 2008 and runners up in 2009, is advising people not only to check and MOT their car but to make sure they are also personally fit and legal to take to the road.
Re-name the Highway Code
Dec 21, 2009
We were encouraged by the response to our request for motorists to suggest a new name for the Highway Code. From the suggestions made the judges felt that ‘Rules of the Highway’ was the most appropriate new name. A cheque for £100 has been sent to the winner Mr Ian Titler.
Christmas Road Safety Quiz For All The Family
Dec 08, 2009
Bored of the same old games at Christmas? Road Safety champion, GEM Motoring Assist (GEM) has the perfect answer for livening up Christmas afternoon and creating some family discussion after the festive lunch.
Breakdown Danger
Dec 01, 2009
With research showing that deaths and injuries caused by accidents on motorway hard shoulders leapt by almost a fifth between 2005 and 2007, Road Safety champion GEM Motoring Assist (GEM) has decided to offer all motorists a free guide to coping with breakdowns.
Be Prepared For A Sleepover This Xmas!
Dec 01, 2009
Call for action as one in four admit family member is likely to drive after excess Xmas Spirit but WATCH OUT as four out of ten revealed they would report their relatives to the police!
Newspaper Boys Need An Orange Ready Brek Glow Too
Nov 26, 2009
After its recent campaign to raise awareness of children walking in the dark after school, GEM Motoring Assist is calling for motorists to watch out for another group of vulnerable kids – newspaper boys and girls!
GEM Voted Runners Up In Auto Express Driver Power Survey But Still Better Than The Big Boys
Oct 29, 2009
2008 winners GEM Motoring Assist were once again one of the most highly regarded breakdown companies in the Auto Express Driver Power Survey undertaken by 20,000 motorists in the UK, being pipped to the post by just a fraction of a point!