Almost two-thirds of motorists (64%) say they are worried about sharing roads with autonomous, self-driving vehicles when trials start in the UK next year, shows new research. November’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 64% would also be more cautious around these vehicles, 28% don’t think the technology should be tested on public highways, 27% believe … [Read more...]
Travel Features
Brakes go on Welsh bus registrations
Bus operators in Wales have put the brakes on fleet renewal despite the Welsh Government promoting public transport over private use. Welsh bus fleet renewal was the worst in Britain in the last sales quarter but the figures have been distorted by the very low numbers for Wales compared to other parts of the UK. However, year to date figures show Welsh … [Read more...]
Cheaper bus fares extended for children
More young people will benefit from cheaper bus fares across Wales as the £1 bus fare pilot is extended to all 5–15-year-olds this week. The scheme, which was launched in September for 16–21-year-olds, is already proving to be a success with almost a quarter of a million journeys made by young people taking advantage of the cheaper fares. The extended … [Read more...]
Newslines 3 November
This morning, the Welsh Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates and the First Minister of Wales, Eluned Morgan, will visit Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station to launch £1 bus fares for 5–15-year-olds. This rollout is an extension of the 16–21-year-old pilot scheme that was launched in September, as part of the Welsh Government Draft Budget … [Read more...]
M4 Prince of Wales Bridge closes tonight for repairs
The M4 Prince of Wales Bridge is closing tonight for emergency repairs to the eastbound carriageway after discovery of a safety critical defect. Commenting on news the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge will close for emergency repairs, South Wales Central MS Andrew RT Davies has said the importance of the route demonstrates the “folly of Welsh … [Read more...]
All aboard and vote for your favourite station
Two Welsh stations have been shortlisted for the "World Cup of Stations 2025" as the event enters its final stage. Some 20 stations are going head-to-head for the title of Most Life-Changing Station. Hosted by Rail Delivery Group, the competition gives the public the chance to decide which station deserves the crown, drawing on everything from sporting … [Read more...]
Menai Bridge closure is symptom of UK under investment
Responding to the announcement that the Menai Suspension Bridge will have to be temporarily closed for urgent repairs, Josh Fenton Policy Manager – Trade, Customs and Borders says this shows the precarious state of the UK’s infrastructure: “The temporary closure of the Menai Suspension Bridge highlights the fragility of the UK’s ageing infrastructure and … [Read more...]
Simple ways to raise your car’s value
With used car sales now being 9% higher than any other period throughout the year it is the perfect time for drivers to list their motor, find a buyer, and do so quickly! However, as small signs of wear and tear can make a vehicle seem neglected, giving buyers the upper hand to negotiate the price down. This can be a common worry for those looking to sell … [Read more...]
Long trips, best cars suggested
Whether it’s a weekend escape on winding country roads or a cross-country trek, new research from the temporary car insurance experts at Uswitch highlights the top car models built for long-distance journeys. To assess long-haul suitability, the UK’s most popular car models, based on registrations, were scored from one to 100 across three key criteria: … [Read more...]
Pothole problems getting deeper
Pothole-related breakdowns hit an unseasonable high in the second quarter of 2025 with RAC patrols attending 9% more than they did in April to June last year, according to the RAC’s Pothole Index. In total, the RAC dealt with 6,575 call-outs for damaged shock absorbers, broken suspension springs and distorted wheels – the breakdowns most likely to be caused … [Read more...]
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