Electric vehicles will have to pay to enter Greater London for the first time from the end of this year. The air of change over London is slowly but surely sweeping across Britain and motorists need to understand and be ready to pay to drive on our busiest roads over coming years. The capital’s Ultra Low Emissions Zone was the country’s first 24/ 7 Clean … [Read more...]
On and off pavement parking problems
Eight-in-10 drivers (83%) want the Government to take action to tackle pavement parking in England, but they’re split on how best to approach the problem, new RAC research shows. Forty-two percent are supportive of an outright ban on parking on pavements in England, while a virtually identical proportion (41%) instead want to see councils given powers to … [Read more...]
LEZ expansion is driving electric van registrations
The ability to drive in low emissions zones is the top reason for van fleets adopting electricity, according to new research. This factor was named by 32% of respondents in the 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer shows – up from 23% last year. John Peters, Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK, said, “This is a marked rise and suggests an … [Read more...]
Britain’s roads are safe but slowest in Europe
As drivers head off on road trips this upcoming Bank Holiday, a new study by LeaseCar has revealed a stark contrast in the performance of the UK's road network. While the UK boasts some of the safest roads in Europe, its drivers are contending with some of the continent's most severe traffic congestion, leading to an overall ranking of 18th out of the … [Read more...]
17.6m leisure journeys this weekend
A massive 17.6m leisure journeys are expected to take place by car this August bank holiday with drivers in England and Wales eager to enjoy the last long weekend before Christmas. The RAC expects traffic to build from Friday to Saturday with 3m getaway trips likely to take place this Friday 22 August, rising to 3.4m on Saturday 23 August. A further 2.4m … [Read more...]
20mph limit is slowing Wales as drink drive rises
Welsh Conservatives have renewed calls for scrapping Labour’s 20mph speed limit policy, as new data confirms journey times across Wales are getting longer. With over 134,000 drivers caught speeding since the law came into force, it’s clear the policy is causing confusion and disruption. The Welsh Conservatives continue to call for the unpopular approach to … [Read more...]
RAC wants clarity over private parking fine appeals
In a bid to ensure drivers are treated fairly by private parking companies, the RAC is calling on the industry to publish ‘full and transparent’ complaints data to back up its claims that drivers who challenge tickets do often succeed. As it stands, the industry’s two trade associations – the British Parking Association (BPA) and the International Parking … [Read more...]
Yellow perils are money boxes for councils, says RAC
Drivers in 10 local authority areas newly enforcing yellow box junctions paid fines worth a combined £998,640 last year after apparently falling foul of the rules governing them, new RAC data analysis shows. Up until May 2022, only councils in London and Cardiff could enforce yellow box junctions and other moving traffic contraventions, such as driving the … [Read more...]
Glastonbury glitches and how to avoid them
Clutch and brake issues and EVs running out of charge were the top reasons for a breakdown at last year’s Glastonbury Festival, according to breakdown data from the RAC. As thousands prepare to hit the road for the 53rd Worthy Farm extravaganza this week, the RAC is warning all drivers to check their clutch, brakes and oil before setting off, and EV drivers … [Read more...]
Half drivers unprepared for foreign roads
With the official start of summer just around the corner, this is a season when millions of people head abroad for a well-earned break to enjoy the scenic countryside, cities and beaches that mainland Europe has to offer. Taking their own car on a trip across the water, often gives motorists the added convenience and freedom of being able to set off … [Read more...]
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