Analysis uncovers major disparities in how road defects are actioned by councils
Local authorities are taking wildly differing approaches to deciding whether or not potholes get fixed, meaning many go unrepaired and continue to pose a risk...
Motoring
Check insurance before driving abroad or risk £10,000, experts warn
Campervan and motorhome drivers have been urged to “carefully” check the small print when on the road or risk a £10,000 insurance charge. Owners need...
Woman injured after falling from moving campervan
A woman has suffered life-changing injuries after falling from a moving campervan on a motorway, the BBC reports. Hertfordshire Police were called to the A1(M)...
Government to commission independent study into headlight glare
The government is to commission an independent study into the issue of headlight glare after research showed an overwhelming majority of drivers affected. As many...
2024 Budget: What it means for motorists
In a highly anticipated move, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, recently unveiled the 2024 Budget, offering a mixed bag of announcements that could significantly...
Diesel prices on the rise again, data shows
The price of diesel has increased by 4p a litre in the last three weeks while petrol has gone up more than 3p, the RAC...
Eight-in-10 drivers affected by headlight glare
The RAC is calling on the government to commission an independent study into the issue of headlight glare after new research found 85 per cent...
Autumn budget 2023: What it means for drivers
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt delivered his Autumn Statement for 2023 this week and while there’s not much for motorists, road tax is on...
Avoid winter breakdowns with simple maintenance, experts urge
Motorists without breakdown cover risk hefty bills if they suffer car trouble this winter, according to road safety and breakdown specialist GEM Motoring Assist. With...
Competition and Markets Authority to get new powers on fuel prices
The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA) is to be granted new powers to better monitor petrol and diesel pump prices. The powers have been granted...
