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UK: Brake and tyre issues cause most 'dangerous' MOT failures

UK: Brake and tyre issues cause most 'dangerous' MOT failures

But light, indicator and reflector problems are the most common overall cause of MOT failures.

By James Fossdyke 14 March 2023

UK: Diesel drivers being overcharged at the pumps, RAC claims

UK: Diesel drivers being overcharged at the pumps, RAC claims

That's despite the fact average prices for both fuels fell in February.

By James Fossdyke 06 March 2023

Half of UK drivers speed on 60mph country roads

Half of UK drivers speed on 60mph country roads

The RAC says limits around accident blackspots on rural roads should be reduced.

By James Fossdyke 15 February 2023

UK fuel prices fall for third consecutive month but cuts may be ending

UK fuel prices fall for third consecutive month but cuts may be ending

Petrol and diesel prices were down again in January, but the RAC reckons we could soon be in for price hikes.

By James Fossdyke 06 February 2023

UK: Seven in 10 think passenger seatbelts should be drivers' responsibility

UK: Seven in 10 think passenger seatbelts should be drivers' responsibility

Study suggests motorists think those in charge of the vehicle should ensure everyone inside has buckled up.

By James Fossdyke 06 February 2023

UK fuel prices tumbled in late 2022, but should they have fallen faster?

UK fuel prices tumbled in late 2022, but should they have fallen faster?

The RAC reckons so.

By James Fossdyke 30 January 2023

UK government moots MOT rule relaxation to cut costs for drivers

The government says any changes will be made with safety in mind.

By James Fossdyke 24 January 2023

UK pothole-related breakdowns shot up in final months of 2022

UK pothole-related breakdowns shot up in final months of 2022

The RAC says conditions have been "perfect" for creating more potholes on UK roads.

By James Fossdyke 18 January 2023

UK fuel prices fell by 9p per litre in December

UK fuel prices fell by 9p per litre in December

But the RAC says prices should be lower still.

By Hyundai 10 January 2023

RAC accuses petrol retailers of overcharging in run-up to Christmas

RAC accuses petrol retailers of overcharging in run-up to Christmas

The RAC says fuel prices will be at record Christmas levels over the coming weeks.

By James Fossdyke 23 December 2022

UK drivers to embark on 20m getaway trips before Christmas

UK drivers to embark on 20m getaway trips before Christmas

Roughly 40 percent of those journeys will be crammed into two days: December 23 and Christmas Eve.

By Hyundai 21 December 2022

RAC endures busiest ever day for breakdowns during UK cold snap

RAC endures busiest ever day for breakdowns during UK cold snap

The organisation received eight callouts a minute on Monday.

By Hyundai 14 December 2022

UK: Competition authority confirms further investigation of petrol station margins

UK: Competition authority confirms further investigation of petrol station margins

The Competition and Markets Authority says fuel margins have increased in 2022 but can't yet ascertain why.

By Hyundai 12 December 2022

Half of all UK drivers avoid inside lane on all-lane running motorways

Half of all UK drivers avoid inside lane on all-lane running motorways

Drivers are avoiding the inside lane amid fears over road safety.

By James Fossdyke 02 December 2022

Six in 10 drivers think local UK roads are getting worse

Six in 10 drivers think local UK roads are getting worse

Potholes remain the chief concern among the majority of drivers.

By Hyundai 21 November 2022

UK: Young drivers putting off car repairs due to cost of living crisis

UK: Young drivers putting off car repairs due to cost of living crisis

Around a sixth say they are putting off major repairs due to the cost.

By Hyundai 04 November 2022

More UK drivers expecting their next car to be electric

More UK drivers expecting their next car to be electric

But RAC voices concern as fewer drivers now expect to be driving an electric car in the next few years.

By James Fossdyke 26 October 2022

ULEZ expansion boosts TfL coffers by more than £90 million

ULEZ expansion boosts TfL coffers by more than £90 million

The RAC says the ULEZ expansion has made London's transport authority an extra £93 million in just eight months.

By James Fossdyke 24 October 2022

UK: Average petrol prices down by almost 7p per litre in September

UK: Average petrol prices down by almost 7p per litre in September

But the RAC says retailers have increased their margins by around 10p per litre as oil prices tumble.

By James Fossdyke 07 October 2022

RAC data shows public rapid charging prices rose 42 percent in four months

RAC data shows public rapid charging prices rose 42 percent in four months

But for those who can charge at home, or have subscriptions to charging networks, EVs remain cheaper to fuel than petrol-powered cars.

By James Fossdyke 27 September 2022

Study shows UK drivers think biannual MOT is "a bad idea"

Study shows UK drivers think biannual MOT is "a bad idea"

A government proposal would see the compulsory annual safety checks carried out every two years.

By James Fossdyke 26 September 2022

Two-thirds of UK airports raise drop-off prices post pandemic

Two-thirds of UK airports raise drop-off prices post pandemic

Just a handful of major UK airports still offer free drop-off parking.

By James Fossdyke 31 August 2022

UK: Heavy traffic expected over last bank holiday before Christmas

UK: Heavy traffic expected over last bank holiday before Christmas

The RAC is expecting more than 12 million journeys to be made by car this weekend.

By James Fossdyke 25 August 2022

UK: Quarter of drivers "risk safety" abroad by driving non-stop for five hours

UK: Quarter of drivers "risk safety" abroad by driving non-stop for five hours

A tenth admitted driving for more than seven hours straight on continental roads.

By James Fossdyke 17 August 2022

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