RAC

Car dependence grows despite drop in commuting

New research by the RAC has found that fewer drivers are making trips to work, but negative attitudes to public transport have grown.

Majority of motorists want smart motorways scrapped

The RAC Report on Motoring 2021 has found that six in ten drivers want a permanent end to all-lane-running on motorways.

Pothole-related breakdowns at record high, says RAC

The RAC blames rise in pothole problems on the ‘parlous state of many roads’ and calls for long-term funding for highways.

Flat battery problems more likely than ever at start of 2021

The RAC is warning motorists to check their cars now, with fewer festive journeys making a New Year flat battery more likely than normal.

Car insurer offers free home recovery as lockdown lifts

Insurance company NFU Mutual has given its customers free RAC recovery and home breakdown cover as the COVID-19 lockdown lifts.

Diesel car tax rise a ‘knee-jerk reaction’, say experts

Higher taxes on diesel cars labelled "a terrible misjudged 'knee-jerk' reaction" by the RAC.

Young drivers warned: lie about your insurance and lose your car

Research by the RAC reveals that nearly half of young drivers don't see the issue with 'fronting' - despite the serious consequences it could have

RAC reveals motoring mobile phone ‘epidemic’

11 million motorists admit they have used a mobile behind the wheel in the past 12 months

RAC proves potholes ARE getting worse

1 breakdown in every 100 is caused by the road not the car

Do you know the number to ring in an emergency in the EU?

Two in three motorists heading to Europe this summer don’t know whether it’s 999, 111 or 112