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Local roads near ‘breaking point’ as pothole repairs reach eight-year high
The rate of pothole repairs on local roads in England and Wales has reached an eight-year high, according to a new report.
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GoSafe Steps Up Enforcement of 20mph Limits
This enforcement marks a shift from the initial six-month grace period following the September 2023 implementation of the reduced speed limit.
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Insurers announce action to tackle rising cost of motor cover
The Association of British Insurers (ABI) says it is exploring various ways to tackle the rising cost of motor cover.
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Petrol prices up 3p per litre in three weeks
The RAC said the average price of a litre of petrol increased by 3.2p from 140.0p on January 29 to 143.3p on Monday.
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Average motor insurance premium £157 higher at end of 2023 than a year earlier
The average price paid for motor insurance in the final quarter of 2023 was around a third, or £157 in cash terms, higher compared with a year earlier, according to the Association of British Insurers (ABI).
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MP: Drivers should not receive penalty points for sub-30mph speeding
Drivers caught speeding between 20mph and 30mph would not receive penalty points under a proposed law tabled in Parliament.
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The average car insurance premium is now £950
The typical car insurance premium increased by 52 per cent year-on-year in December 2023 to a steep £950, according to new research.
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How to claim for pothole damage to your car
With an ever-increasing chance of hitting a pothole, it’s worth being aware that you can claim damage to your car caused by poor-conditioned roads. But how do you do this and what do you need to be aware of? Let’s take a look.
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Pothole breakdowns reach five-year high
The AA said it received 632,000 call outs to vehicles damaged by road defects last year.
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Five driving rules you might not know about
There are plenty of motoring rules that drivers in the UK are fully aware of. Speed limits, keeping to the left-hand side of the road and making sure everyone in a car wears a seatbelt are just three of the commonly known rules that we all abide by as motorists.
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Drivers Gear Up for Festive Chaos: 21 Million Christmas Getaway Trips Expected
A study by the RAC and INRIX predicts that a staggering 21 million leisure trips will be taken between today, December 18, and Christmas Eve, with 60% of these trips concentrated in the last three days before the big day.
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Drivers Rejoice as Petrol Prices Fall to Lowest Level in Two Years
The average price of a litre of unleaded petrol now stands at £1.43, a significant decrease from the recent peak of £1.70 in March 2022.
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Drivers feel safer with assistance tech but don’t want to pay for it – survey
The vast majority of drivers feel safer behind the wheel in a car fitted with advanced safety systems but nearly half would be happy to buy a model without them fitted, a new survey has found.
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Majority of drivers feel intimidated by other road users – survey
Some 89% of new drivers or learners aged between 17 and 24 also feel intimidated by other motorists when they’re out on the road, with half of those surveyed being left feeling annoyed after these ‘unwelcome emotions’.
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Pothole breakdowns hit record high, says RAC
The RAC said it received 5,978 call-outs to breakdowns due to poor road surfaces in the UK between July and September.
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Calls for major retailers to cut petrol by 5p a litre
Major fuel retailers are being urged to cut petrol prices by 5p per litre due to lower wholesale costs.
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Welsh 20mph speed limits fail to reduce speeds as intended
A report from an independent transport data consultancy has found that roads in Wales that were reduced to 20mph speed limits have only seen a reduction in speed of just 2.3mph.
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Average car insurance premium increases by 19% in three months
The average UK car insurance premium has risen by £338 over the past year, reaching £924. Inner London saw the highest increase, with residents paying an average of £1,503. Notably, those aged 21 and under are now paying over £2,000 on average. However, drivers aged 30-38 are not exempt, with none paying less than £1,000 on average. Despite the increase, savings are still available, especially for those who seek ways to reduce costs.
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More than 600,000 drivers face ban with ‘one touch of their phone’
More than 600,000 British drivers face disqualification with “one touch of their phone”, a road safety charity has warned.
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