RAC reaction to the Chancellor's Spring Statement
The RAC's Nicholas Lyes responds to the Spring Statement, delivered by the Chancellor today (Tuesday)
The RAC's Nicholas Lyes responds to the Spring Statement, delivered by the Chancellor today (Tuesday)
The RAC's Nicholas Lyes responds
RAC traffic spokesperson Rod Dennis said: “Freezing rain perhaps represents one of the greatest challenges any driver could face. Droplets of rain which come into contact with the ground and other surfaces freeze instantly. This creates a huge hazard as roads may look clear and safe, despite actually being potentially icy death traps.
“If freezing rain is forecast, put simply drivers should avo
Thursday proved treacherous on the roads and conditions are still challenging today
The RAC's Simon Williams gives an update on the situation following recent heavy snowfall - and with more forecast
The RAC's Pete Williams gives an update on the current situation and warns drivers about weather forecast over the next few days
Highways England has published the findings from its M5 motorway fuel price signage trial concluding that it has not delivered sufficient impact or cost benefit to cover the capital cost and operational costs of the service. This means there is no business case for whole or partial public sector funding to roll out fuel pricing signs to other motorway service areas on the motorway network.
The DfT has announced the nationwide roll-out of its 'lane rental' concept to charge utility companies £2,500 per day to speed up and improve road works following a successful trial in the Kent and London.
Asda has responded to the RAC's fresh fuel price cut call by capping the price of unleaded at 116.7p and diesel at 118.7p
The RAC has expressed concern at the number of children who have been disqualified from driving before they are even eligible for a provisional licence
The RAC's Pete Williams comments on new estimates released today
The RAC has welcomed the PM's response to a Parliamentary Question asking the Department for Transport to look into graduated driving licences for new drivers