RAC reacts to drop in new vehicle registrations in 2017
New data appears to indicate an 'uncomfortable truth' that owners of older vehicles are keeping hold of them for longer
New data appears to indicate an 'uncomfortable truth' that owners of older vehicles are keeping hold of them for longer
RAC head of roads policy Nicholas Lyes said: “The announcement of extra funding is welcome and will provide a boost to local highways authorities so they can fix some of our crumbling roads following the cold end to winter. Data suggests RAC patrols were attending over 200 pothole related breakdowns a day in the week following the early March cold snap. Some of the problems our patrols encountered
The RAC's Nicholas Lyes argues that the latest survey out today shows just why a new means of funding road maintenance is needed in the UK
The RAC's Simon Williams reminds drivers of what they can do to cut the chances of an unnecessary breakdown this weekend and into next week
The RAC's Nicholas Lyes responds to a joint committee report out today and argues more should be done to encourage drivers to change their buying habits
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.