AA issues traffic warning to Bristol drivers ahead of Christmas rush An estimated 17 million drivers will hit the roads across just two days Bristol Post · Dec 19, 2022
When’s best to travel by car or train in the UK this Christmas? With industrial action expected to hit the railways and the roads, a guide to when might be a good time to travel The Guardian - UK · Dec 17, 2022
Hero Irish AA worker pulls small child from car moments before crash Paddy Healy freed a child from a stricken car and safely up the bank seconds before that car was struck from behind Irish Mirror · Dec 16, 2022
Michelin starred chef Paul Kitching dies aged 61, prompting tributes from restaurant world Michelin-starred chef Paul Kitching has died aged 61, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the restaurant world. Evening Standard · Dec 16, 2022
A6 Moneynick crash sees man pull small child from car minutes before multi-vehicle collision “Paddy’s heroic actions during this incident were quite extraordinary” Belfast Live · Dec 16, 2022
Cairngorms tourists trapped in frozen van thought they may die amid -17C weather Manuel Gutierrez and Beatriz Castejon, who live in Glasgow, have been stranded in Aberdeenshire after the wintery weather put an abrupt end to their road trip. Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022
New AA survey finds fuel prices drop by over 10% in December but it won't last for long Petrol is at it's cheapest rate since September 2021, while diesel is the cheapest it's been since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine Irish Mirror · Dec 14, 2022
Hidden cost of boiling kettle to rid car windscreens of ice every morning Eirgrid has revealed that the cold spell caused a new record surge of demand on the network Irish Mirror · Dec 14, 2022
Glasgow friends stranded in -17C weather after van breaks down during road trip NHS worker Manuel Gutierrez and his scientist pal Beatriz Castejon were forced to fight off freezing cold conditions after their broken down van left them stranded. Glasgow Live · Dec 14, 2022
Car expert praises bathroom staple for de-fogging windscreens in a flash Car experts have shared a really quick and easy method you can use to ensure your windscreen is de-fogged, and stays that way - and you'll find the product in your bathroom Daily Mirror · Dec 14, 2022
Cheapest fuel in Dublin today as petrol and diesel prices drop to lowest levels in months Fuel prices are at their lowest since 2021, with petrol and diesel prices dropping by 10 per cent for December Dublin Live · Dec 14, 2022
Drivers warned to remove common items from car this winter that could fail MOT Experts from the AA have said there are myths that drivers should be aware of as whilst some things are not illegal to do such as listen to music, it could lead to dangerous situations. Glasgow Live · Dec 13, 2022
Vehicle breakdowns hit record levels on freezing roads The RAC said it received around 12,000 call-outs from stranded motorists on Monday. The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2022
Busiest roads to avoid when travelling over Christmas Unsurprisingly, the M25 is expected to be very busy Evening Standard · Dec 13, 2022
Daily Record · Dec 13, 2022 Drivers warned putting water in cars could cause 'serious damage' during cold snap Drivers have been warned of the damage undiluted water can cause and are instead advised to use a mixture of anti-freeze and water.
The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2022 Road users urged to stay home to avoid lethal black ice in ‘big refreeze’ The Met Office recorded its coldest night and day of the year on Monday
Bristol Post · Dec 13, 2022 M5 between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare predicted to be one of the most congested roads this Christmas Disruption to rail services due to strikes and engineering work mean more people are likely to switch from trains to road vehicles for their getaway journey
Daily Mirror · Dec 12, 2022 Driving experts' urgent warning on putting water in cars as cold weather hits Your car needs water to run but if you fill the radiator with undiluted water when it's this cold it could freeze. If it does then it could expand - causing catastrophic damage to your engine
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2022 Snow causes traffic gridlock on key motorways in south-east England ‘By the end of the day we expect to have handled in the region of eight breakdowns every minute,’ says RAC
Glasgow Live · Dec 12, 2022 Glasgow daycare worker asked colleagues to lie about child's bruise Rochelle Lundie has been reprimanded after allowing the child to go home a bruise on their cheek without telling the parents, she also failed to report the incident to her line manager.
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2022 Drivers warned over Christmas getaway traffic hotspots The busiest days for getaway travel will be Friday December 23 and Christmas Eve.
Wales Online · Dec 12, 2022 Where and when roads will be busiest as 17million cars create Christmas jams Millions will take cars instead of trains thanks to strike action and engineering work
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2022 Christmas getaway traffic hotspots revealed with drivers warned of strikes The busiest days for getaway travel will be Friday December 23 and Christmas Eve
Wales Online · Dec 11, 2022 AA issues advice as the inclement weather starts to hit road users 'Allow extra time, take heed of warning lights, adjust your driving style and pack warm clothes'
Daily Mirror · Dec 11, 2022 UK snow warning: Britain to be blanketed in up to 4 inches overnight bringing rush-hour chaos The Met Office's yellow warning is expected to last until 9am on Monday morning as travel disruption is expected and drivers have been warned to be extra vigilant on the roads