Tag : RAC
High levels of tyre-related breakdowns amid summer getaway
One in six reported vehicle breakdowns on England’s major A-roads and motorways were tyre-related during the first weekend of the summer getaway in 2023.
Reported drink-drive fatalities hit 12-year high
Government statistics on reported road casualties for 2021 show that between 240 and 280 people were killed in collisions in Great Britain where at least one … Read More »
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 »
RAC expands mobile servicing and repairs nationwide
The RAC is rolling out its Mobile Mechanics service across Britain, giving more drivers the convenience of getting their cars serviced or repaired at home or … 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.
Diesel drivers ripped off at pumps by 16p a litre in April, says RAC
The price of diesel at UK pumps fell by nearly 4p a litre in April but is still at least 16p over what it should be, … Read More »
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.
Majority of drivers want existing smart motorways converted back
Seven in 10 drivers (69%) want existing all lane running smart motorways converted back to traditional motorways, despite the Government saying it would be too disruptive … Read More »
Fuel prices fall again but diesel drivers still being ripped off
Fuel prices fell for the fifth straight month in March – but diesel drivers are still “blatantly being taken advantage of” by major fuel retailers not … Read More »
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.
Six in 10 drivers think smart motorways should be scrapped
The majority (62%) of drivers think that all-lane running (ALR) smart motorway schemes should be scrapped entirely and the hard shoulder reinstated, but with breakdown-detection tech … Read More »
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.
RAC and British Gas tie up on EV chargers and specialist tariffs
The RAC and British Gas have teamed up to offer electric vehicle drivers a home EV charger installation service alongside a specialist electricity tariff.
Warning of ‘unprecedented’ summer traffic for UK’s roads
‘Unprecedented’ levels of traffic are forecast for the UK’s roads this summer as millions plan staycations, bringing the prospect of lengthy bumper-to-bumper queues on major routes.
Shocking levels of speeding during first lockdown revealed in new stats
More than 50% of cars and vans exceeded the speed limit in towns and on motorways in 2020, as drivers took advantage of the emptier roads … Read More »
Petrol price now at highest level in nearly eight years
Petrol is now at its highest price in nearly eight years after yet another month of increases.
RAC joins forces with Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions for EV leasing service
The RAC has launched a new consumer leasing service to make the switch to electric vehicles more affordable.
RAC calls for fairer fuel prices after seventh monthly rise
Fuel prices increased for the seventh consecutive month in May 2021, according to the RAC Fuel Watch, returning to levels last seen before the first lockdown.
Petrol back to pre-pandemic prices and more increases on the cards
The price of petrol is now at its highest price since January 2020 following six months of rises, and further increases are looking likely.
Fuel prices up for fifth month running
Petrol and diesel prices rose for the fifth month running at UK forecourts in March, while the outlook for April is mixed.
Fuel price hikes ‘now firmly on the horizon’, warns RAC
UK drivers are being warned to brace themselves for further potentially dramatic pump price increases on the back of rising oil prices.
UFODrive signs up RAC to support growing electric rental fleet
100% electric car rental firm UFODrive has signed up the RAC as its breakdown recovery partner for its growing fleet.
September halts fuel price rises but diesel still overpriced
September brought an end to three months of rising fuel prices, but diesel drivers are still paying significantly more than they should be.
RAC to provide fleet customer service centre solution for Renault and Dacia
Groupe Renault has signed up the RAC to provide a comprehensive customer service centre solution to all its brands in the UK.
Fuel prices up for third month running but short-term outlook ‘not ominous’
Average fuel prices in the UK rose for the third consecutive month in August, but the increase was slight and prices aren’t expected to rocket back … Read More »
