RAC will pay M6 toll for thousands of motorists
The RAC will be paying the M6 toll for 3,000 cars over the bank holiday weekend.
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Economic crisis has positive congestion side effects
Trafficmaster, a leading provider of real-time traffic information in the UK, has said the current economic situation will have a positive impact on road congestion.
IAM advises drivers to keep lights working
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has provided a handy checklist of things to do to make sure your car's lights are working during the winter months.
GM Volt isn't a hybrid, says Willens
Johan Willens, General Motors' global director of advanced propulsion and environmental communications, has moved to clarify the proper description of the Volt.
Hard shoulder schemes get mixed reception
A poll conducted by the AA has revealed that 58 per cent of responding members are opposed to charging solo drivers to use 'high occupancy' motorway lanes.
IAM warns of 'hard shoulder breakdown'
The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has warned drivers to be aware of the risks around them if they happen to break down on a motorway and end up on the hard shoulder.
Car dumping levels plummet all over the country
New statistics demonstrate that, over the last four years, the number of cars being abandoned has dropped by an average of 72 per cent.
Failure to check oil levels could be costly
An over-reliance on technology, coupled with plain old ignorance and laziness, could be costing British motorists up to £300 million every year.
Motorists 'running on empty'
Panic buying and rising fuel prices are causing many motorists to drive their cars with barely any fuel in it, according to Britannia Rescue.
HIC offer insurance to banger ralliers
Apparently, more and more people are taking part in 'Banger rallies' - getting an old car and driving it, with a few mates, halfway across Europe.
Tips on good car use abroad
More British people than ever before are leaving the crowded terminals of Heathrow et al behind, choosing to spend time on the roads of Europe for their annual holiday.
Road rage blamed on parents
New research from Norwich Union has established a potential link between parental driving and the rise in the number of road rage incidents.
RAC warns young drivers about deadly vehicles
A Trading Standards' warning to young car buyers about death trap motor vehicles has been roundly backed by RAC Inspections.
17% of drivers to take cars abroad this year
Sainsbury's Car Insurance has revealed that 17 per cent of people are planning to take their cars abroad over the next 12 months.
Government expected to back congestion charges
The Government is expected to announce its backing for a controversial congestion charge in Greater Manchester, which would require drivers to pay up to five pounds to gain entry to the city centre at peak times.
Ruth Kelly backs congestion charge scheme in Manchester
The government has announced its backing for congestion charge plans in Greater Manchester in the midst of a rather heated debate with the Conservative party transport spokesperson, Theresa Villiers.
How to avoid a flat battery
The most common reason for a car to breakdown is a flat battery, with November and December being the worst months.
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