Europcar says that breaking down is the second biggest worry for motorists on long trips. Traffic delays and accidents are the issues which sandwich the breakdowns. With the average age of cars on Britain’s roads now over seven years, it’s not surprising that this could be a concern ahead of the last Bank Holiday weekend before Christmas. According … [Read more...]
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Car problems don’t take holidays even if you do, says AA
As many British tourists ditch holidays abroad for so-called staycations, more than eight out of ten motorists report having their mini-breaks or day trips ruined by the actual car journey, according to research by Automyze, the AA’s innovative car management website. An AA-Populus poll canvassed 21,877 AA members on what factors have affected their … [Read more...]
‘Sacre bleu’ as unprepared drivers hit foreign roads
Many Brits could be heading for trouble this summer as almost a fifth admit they don’t take steps to prepare for holiday driving. New research for Halifax Car Insurance reveals that while 63% of holidaying motorists plan to drive while abroad this year, 17% won’t make any safety checks, or take other measures to prepare for overseas … [Read more...]
In the footsteps of Saints and heroes
St Malo and Dinard are jewels in Brittany’s crown, but as destinations go they are a secret escape enjoyed by too few. Even in Portsmouth, which serves St Malo by ferry daily, a recent study found that fewer than one in ten residents could name it as a destination. However the region has been thrust into the Welsh spotlight, thanks to the success of … [Read more...]
Beware ‘black saturdays’ in France, says AA
Brits will have to endure “Black Saturdays” in France over the coming fortnight. After the Channel port congestion chaos of last weekend, British drivers face more delays over the next two weekends as the national French holidays begin, said the AA. French highway authorities are warning of heavy congestion on main routes throughout the country thanks … [Read more...]
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