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Pothole Damage Leaves UK Drivers Facing £3.3bn Annual Repair Bill
Britain's deteriorating road network is costing motorists an estimated £3.3 billion every year in vehicle repairs, according to new research from Close Brothers Motor Finance. The findings reveal that 23% of UK drivers have experienced damage to their vehicle after striking a pothole within the last 12 months, highlighting the growing financial burden caused by poorly maintained roads.
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AA Calls For More Traffic Officers As Road Policing Numbers Continue To Decline
The AA is urging the Government to recruit an additional 1,000 dedicated traffic police officers after new Home Office figures revealed that the number of specialist roads policing officers across England and Wales has fallen once again.
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Drivers More Likely To Pass Their Practical Than Theory Test, Says AA Driving School
Three decades after the UK introduced the driving theory test, new research from AA Driving School suggests many motorists feel less confident about their knowledge of the Highway Code than their ability behind the wheel.
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New Analysis Reveals Speeding Rise During Summer Months
Drivers are continuing to be caught travelling at dangerously excessive speeds on Britain's roads, with new analysis from the RAC revealing that the majority of police forces recorded motorists driving at least twice the speed limit on 30mph roads last year.
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Unsafe vehicles led to penalty points for more than 10,000 drivers
More than 10,000 motorists received penalty points last year after being caught driving cars and vans that were not roadworthy, according to new analysis by the RAC's mobile servicing and repairs division.
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Pressure Mounts For Mandatory Black Box Cover For Newly Qualified Motorists
One of the UK’s major insurers is calling on the Government to consider making telematics-based “black box” insurance compulsory for young and newly qualified drivers during their first year on the road.
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Survey Finds EV Drivers More Likely To Struggle With Staying Within Speed Limits
A new survey suggests that electric vehicle (EV) drivers are more likely to find it difficult to remain within posted speed limits, with rapid acceleration and reduced engine noise identified as key contributing factors.
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Drivers Urged To Prepare Cars And Vans Ahead Of Hot Summer
Drivers are being encouraged to check the condition of their cars and vans ahead of an expected summer of hot weather.
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Majority Of UK Drivers Unclear On Middle Lane Motorway Rules
A significant number of UK motorists remain confused about the rules surrounding middle lane driving, despite the offence carrying financial penalties and the potential to increase risks on the motorway network, according to new research from Nextbase.
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Drivers Warned Over Breakdown Risks When Travelling In Europe
New research from the AA suggests many UK motorists heading abroad by car may be underprepared for breakdowns while driving on the continent, with a significant number admitting they have not fully considered what they would do if their vehicle failed overseas. According to a survey of 13,136 drivers, almost half (44%) said they had previously driven their own vehicle in Europe. However, despite the popularity of self-drive holidays, a notable proportion of motorists may be overlooking the risks associated with travelling far from home.
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