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UK heatwave: Drivers warned of melting roads and tyre blowout risk

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Motorists issued severe warning after road ‘melts’ during UK heatwave

The number of breakdowns AA attended over the bank holiday weekend was up 15 per cent on the same period last year

The Independent UK

Reignited US-Iran tensions likely to drive petrol and diesel prices higher

As US representatives travel to Pakistan on Monday for a second round of talks with Iran, the lack of clarity over a possible deal is once again expected to place upward pressure on petrol and diesel prices.

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UK drivers hit with record monthly increase in fuel prices sparked by Iran war

The RAC said the average price of a litre of petrol and diesel at UK forecourts rose by 20p and 40p respectively in March

The Independent UK

Drivers urged to drive 10% slower to ‘improve fuel efficiency’ as prices rise amid Iran war

Motorists have also been advised to avoid “continuous harsh braking” by anticipating traffic lights, roundabouts and changing traffic flow

The Independent UK

Pothole crisis branded a ‘national disgrace’ as repair bill hits £18.6 billion

The pothole crisis in England and Wales has been labelled a ‘national disgrace’

The Independent UK

Stop ‘non-essential’ car journeys to save fuel, drivers told

Motorists have also been encouraged to change their driving style to be more fuel efficient.

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Drivers told to cut down on certain journeys as fuel prices hit

Since the war began on February 28, the average price of a litre of petrol at UK forecourts has increased by 5p to 137.5p, while diesel is up 9p to 151.0p

The Independent UK

Fuel prices expected to rise because of Iran conflict

Disruption to tanker traffic in the Middle East has sparked a rise in oil prices, which have a significant effect on wholesale fuel prices.

Evening Standard

Fuel price increase for customers ‘inevitable’ after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, warns AA

The US and Israel launched strikes against Iranian targets overnight, prompting retaliation by Tehran

The Independent UK

London Congestion Charge changes – what EV drivers need to know

The London Congestion Charge will rise to £18 from January, with EV owners also having to pay £13.50 – here’s what the new rates, discounts and deadlines mean for drivers

The Independent UK

AA warns that ending congestion charge exemption for green vehicles could worsen air quality

Call comes ahead of expected final decision on plans to extend charge to green vehicles later this week

Evening Standard

Record 9.4 million fines slapped on London motorists as councils and TfL accused of 'money-making exercise'

The total number of penalties handed out by the capital's 32 boroughs, the City of London and TfL has increased by about 13.5 per cent since last year and 70 per cent since 2010

Evening Standard

Drivers in London hit by almost 10 million fines over past year

A total of 9,462,185 Penalty Charge Notices were given out last year, new data from London Councils has revealed

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Driving penalty points up 12% in a year after ‘boom’ in speed camera offences

Figures obtained by Co-op Insurance show drivers in Britain received 9.61 million points in 2024.

The Independent UK

The one driving offence blamed for 12 per cent surge in penalty points

Figures revealed drivers in Britain received 9.61 million points in 2024, up from 8.55 million during 2023

Evening Standard

Fuel margins remain high despite lower prices at the pump, watchdog finds

Fuel prices fell for both petrol and diesel over the three months to the end of May by 7.6 pence per litre (ppl) and 8.4 ppl respectively.

Evening Standard

Sir Sadiq Khan urged to seek higher taxes and parking fees for SUVs

London Assembly Members agreed a motion calling on the mayor to take action because of fears about the increasing size of cars.

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Car crash hotspots: The worst areas for road incidents revealed

Nearly 30,000 people were killed or severely injured from January to December 2024 in Britain, DfT estimates show

Evening Standard

Number of motorcyclist deaths on British roads up 9% in a year

Some 343 riders lost their lives in crashes in 2024, up from 315 during the previous 12 months.

The Independent UK

‘Alarming’ rise in number of motorcyclist deaths on British roads

Some 343 riders lost their lives in crashes in 2024, up from 315 during the previous 12 months

Evening Standard

Smart motorways have higher rate of recorded breakdowns

The AA described the National Highways figures as ‘a major concern’.

Evening Standard

UK has Europe’s strongest EV market but there are ‘bumps along the road’

Pro-EV groups say the lack of purchase incentives, perception of public charging infrastructure and the taxation system are putting some people off.

The Independent UK

Minister seeks to ease road safety concerns over brighter LED headlights

Motorists say they are feeling the strain of brighter headlights ‘more than ever before’, according to the AA.

The Independent UK

Two out of five young passengers killed in car crashes not wearing seat belt

The AA Charitable Trust, which conducted the research, said it highlights the ‘simple importance of wearing a seat belt’.

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