Misuse of level crossing where man died caught on CCTV

CCTV pictures have been released of joggers, drivers and dog walkers breaking safety rules at a level crossing where a man died in January.

Harminder Dhillon, 62, was killed when his car was hit by a train at Lidlington, Bedfordshire, on 3 January.

Network Rail has released a video showing other crossing users ignoring warning lights and signals that a train is coming.http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-39224866

"We are shocked that despite the fact that a motorist died at this level crossing, there is still routine misuse there," said Ben Parish from Network Rail.

"In January, somebody's father, son, husband or friend was killed because of level crossing misuse. That is one death too many.

"I understand that people lead busy lives and we all have somewhere to be - to get to work, pick the kids up or care for a loved one.

"However, waiting for a crossing to open will only add a few minutes onto your journey. Wouldn't you rather get to your appointment a few minutes late than not at all?"

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-39224866

VW diesel compensation stalled in UK

VW diesel compensation is on track in US but not elsewhere

It has been a year and a half since the diesel emissions scandal at the German carmaker Volkswagen first came to light. 

Since then, the company has agreed to pay substantial compensation to people in the US who bought cars equipped with illegal software, capable of disguising their true emissions levels.

But Volkswagen has not yet made any payments to buyers in the UK or elsewhere in Europe, even though millions of cars sold in the region were also fitted with similar software.

Nor does it have any plans to do so.

However, efforts are now being made to force the company to change its mind, orchestrated by the European Commission. The Department for Transport has been involved in the discussions.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-39255554

Driverless cars 'could reduce congestion'

Driverless cars could drive faster and closer together because of improved safety standards, an Oxfordshire-based firm claims. 

Oxbotica has been developing "autonomous cars" which use sensors and networks so vehicles of the future can talk to one another. 

Graeme Smith said a future with autonomous car networks would mean reduced congestion.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-oxfordshire-39231936

Car crashes on a roof in China

Car crashes on to house roof in China

A car lost control in China's eastern town of Taizhou, skidded off the road and... ended up on the roof of a house.

The driver said he had tried to avoid a collision but accidentally stepped on the accelerator while changing direction.

Police had to use a ladder to rescue him, while the SUV was extricated by a crane.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-39242984

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