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Safety 77,000 breakdowns expected this weekend as winter bites

77,000 breakdowns expected this weekend as winter bites

That's 18 a minute between Saturday and Monday.
By James Fossdyke Nov 29, 2019
Crashes / Wrecks Frozen lake SUV drifting goes wrong

Frozen lake SUV drifting goes wrong

It could've been so much worse.
By Christopher Smith Nov 27, 2019
16:29 Races and Chases Winter

Winter's coming: Audi Quattro meets BMW xDrive in snow test

It's the debate that is as old as time.
By Anthony Karr Oct 29, 2019
Motorsport.com Typhoon forces Suzuka to scrap Saturday action

Typhoon forces Suzuka to scrap Saturday action

Formula 1’s Japanese Grand Prix qualifying session will take place on Sunday morning as the Suzuka circuit will be closed on Saturday amid the threat of Typhoon Hagibis.
By Scott Mitchell Oct 11, 2019
Safety Each rainy day sees 16 serious injuries on British roads

Each rainy day sees 16 serious injuries on British roads

A study suggests that's because motorists don't adapt their driving to the conditions.
By James Fossdyke Oct 11, 2019
Crashes / Wrecks Watch TeslaCam capture a Porsche Macan hydroplaning and hitting wall

Watch TeslaCam capture a Porsche Macan hydroplaning and hitting wall

Here’s a friendly reminder that speed and rain do not get along well.
By Gustavo Henrique Ruffo Oct 10, 2019
Motorsport.com Typhoon Hagibis set to disrupt Japanese GP

Typhoon Hagibis set to disrupt Japanese GP

Formula 1 is bracing itself for potential disruption over the Japanese Grand Prix weekend as it appears increasingly likely that Suzuka will be affected by the super typhoon Hagibis.
By Jonathan Noble Oct 09, 2019
Safety Avoid wet weather drama with these tips

Avoid wet weather drama with these tips

We're due some weather, so here's how to keep safe.
By Dominik Wilde Sep 30, 2019
Safety Stay safe on the wet roads with these driving tips

Stay safe on the wet roads with these driving tips

IAM RoadSmart has compiled a handy list of wet weather driving tips.
By Dominik Wilde Aug 15, 2019
General 14 breakdowns a minute forecast amid this week

14 breakdowns a minute forecast amid this week's expected heatwave

That's about 100,000 breakdowns throughout the week.
By James Fossdyke Jul 22, 2019
General RAC predicts increase in breakdowns during weekend heatwave

RAC predicts increase in breakdowns during weekend heatwave

The heatwave is expected to cause issues on the roads.
By James Fossdyke Jun 27, 2019
Motorcycles Motorcyclist dies after lightning strikes his helmet

Motorcyclist dies after lightning strikes his helmet

A freak accident that cost a life.
By Sabrina Giacomini Jun 10, 2019
02:58 Technology How fast must you drive your convertible to stay dry in the rain?

How fast must you drive your convertible to stay dry in the rain?

It's possible to stay dry with your top down once you understand aerodynamics.
By Cam VanDerHorst May 07, 2019
Safety Stay safe in the low sun with these driving tips

Stay safe in the low sun with these driving tips

The low sun is a key cause of summer crashes.
By Dominik Wilde Apr 04, 2019
Safety Get ready for Storm Gareth with these driving tips

Get ready for Storm Gareth with these driving tips

We drive a lot in the rain, but are we doing it right?
By Dominik Wilde Mar 13, 2019
Safety Drive safer this spring with these driving tips

Drive safer this spring with these driving tips

IAM RoadSmart has put together some handy advice for the improving weather.
By Dominik Wilde Mar 11, 2019
Lists The five best-value used SUVs for winter

The five best-value used SUVs for winter

Need to make progress when the cold weather hits? These are the used SUVs for you.
By James Fossdyke Dec 25, 2018
Safety Government stockpiling salt in readiness for harsh winter weather

Government stockpiling salt in readiness for harsh winter weather

Councils have 1.4 tonnes of salt ready to go.
By James Fossdyke Dec 10, 2018
Safety Get ready for winter with these helpful tips

Get ready for winter with these helpful tips

Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart helps us get ready for the cold weather ahead.
By Dominik Wilde Oct 15, 2018
Lifestyle Third of drivers use cars for walking-distance journeys

Third of drivers use cars for walking-distance journeys

Excuses include poor weather and running late.
By James Fossdyke Aug 30, 2018
Manufacturing / Production Ford can control the weather in its new factory

Ford can control the weather in its new factory

The Blue Oval is taking testing to the extreme.
By Dominik Wilde May 21, 2018
Safety Wild weather set to increase Easter congestion

Wild weather set to increase Easter congestion

'Unsettled' weather is expected over the holidays, with snow possible in places.
By James Fossdyke Mar 28, 2018
Safety RAC predicts

RAC predicts 'pothole plague' after Storm Emma

Organisation fears that the weather will have further damaged Britain's roads.
By James Fossdyke Mar 10, 2018
Safety More than 120,000 breakdowns expected as wintry weather hits

More than 120,000 breakdowns expected as wintry weather hits

Green Flag says recovery organisations could face 12 callouts per minute.
By James Fossdyke Jan 19, 2018
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