Tag : RAC
RAC hits new milestone for mobile fleet mechanics
The RAC, partner to this April’s Great British Fleet Event, has reached a new milestone in its work to roll out its fleet servicing and repairs … Read More »
Pothole breakdowns jumped by a third in 2023
Britain’s ‘pothole plague’ took even more of a toll on drivers in 2023, new data from the RAC reveals.
‘Dramatic’ decline of spare wheel pushes up breakdown callouts
Just 3% of new cars in the UK now come with a back-up wheel in the boot as standard, increasing the number of breakdowns, the RAC … Read More »
British drivers warned to display clean air stickers in France
Fleet drivers taking their cars to France are being reminded to get an emissions sticker or risk a fine of up to €180 (£154).
Fifth of drivers accuse councils of scrapping parking payment machines in favour of mobile apps
Nearly one-in-five drivers (19%) say their local authority has either scrapped parking payment machines or is consulting on doing so, forcing them to use mobile phones … Read More »
‘Hectic’ bank holiday traffic could bring chaos on roads
Major roads across the UK could be hit by traffic jams this coming bank holiday as drivers make the most of the long weekend and above … Read More »
RAC simplifies SME breakdown cover with flexible contracts
The RAC has introduced new hassle-free monthly policies to help make paying for breakdown cover more flexible and affordable for small businesses.
RAC wins deal for Onto’s 6,000-strong EV subscription fleet
Electric car subscription service Onto has signed up the RAC for mobile fleet servicing and roadside assistance.
Pothole-related breakdowns up ‘scandalous’ 39% year on year
The number of drivers falling foul of potholes has risen 39% compared to a year ago, showing the further deterioration of the UK’s road surfaces.
Coming bank holiday could be busiest on roads since 2016
Back-to-back UK bank holidays could deliver a double whammy on traffic troubles as drivers make the most of the time off.
Most expensive Christmas ever for drivers
This Christmas set to be the most expensive ever for drivers as motorists continue to be overcharged at the pumps.
Fuel prices now 20p a litre higher than last summer
Pump prices this summer hit a level around 20p higher than a year ago, despite prices finally having plateaued.
Lower motorway speed limits in wet weather could save lives, say drivers
UK motorway speed limits should be cut to as low as 50mph in wet weather to help save lives, according to drivers.
RAC’s at-a-glance guide to potential holiday traffic jams this week
The RAC has published its at-a-glance guide to travel this weekend as it warns of particularly heavy traffic for today and Friday.