Foreign roads put the UK’s to shame, say drivers
Drivers invariably prefer the pristine ribbons of asphalt that can be found across the Channel
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More than one-in-four drivers risk their safety by driving abroad non-stop for five hours or more
Safety warning: more than a quarter of drivers who have taken their own cars abroad to the continent have driven non-stop for five or more hours, a new RAC European Breakdown study found. And one-in-10 have done so for upwards of 10 hours.
Around 1.5m drivers to take a trip to Europe by car for the first time ever this summer in wake of the coronavirus
An estimated 5m drivers hope to take a holiday across the Channel by car this summer, with three-in-10 of these (1.6m) shunning air travel and doing so for the first time, research for RAC Europe suggests.*
With lockdowns gradually lifting and quarantine-free travel agreements now in place with a large number of other countries, the figures based on a survey of 2,000 people indicate a stron
France expected to scrap law requiring drivers to carry breathalysers - RAC comment
The RAC reacts to news reports that suggest the current law will be scrapped once a new bill passes the French parliament
Separate GB sticker needed for cars travelling outside the UK - RAC comment
The RAC's Simon Williams updates drivers on the requirements for having a GB sticker on their car when visiting the Republic of Ireland or elsewhere in the EU after Brexit
Are we there yet? UK drivers’ safety at risk abroad as majority are prepared for marathon drives without a stop
With this weekend and next due to be the busiest all summer for drivers heading south through France for the holidays,* new figures from RAC European Breakdown** reveal just how long motorists are prepared to drive without a break – risking their safety and that of their passengers and other road users in the process.
Incredibly, more than a quarter of UK drivers (28%) who have taken their own
UK drivers heading across the Channel in the dark about French driving rules and regulations
UK drivers heading to France this summer are in the dark about a number of driving rules and regulations, and the arrival of new speed cameras, RAC research finds
RAC comments on impact on drivers' insurance in the event of a Brexit 'no deal'
The RAC's Rod Dennis comments on what a 'no deal' Brexit might mean for UK drivers going to the EU
RAC comments on potential Brexit 'no deal' impact on drivers heading to the EU
The RAC reacts to the publication by the Government of guidance on driving in the EU in the event of a 'no-deal' Brexit
Brits would far rather drive in Europe than on the UK’s ‘broken’ roads
Four in 10 find driving on the Continent less stressful than driving in the UK
“Je ne savais pas!” Drivers to the Continent don’t know about new French driving rules
More than half (59%) of drivers are unfamiliar with a range of new driving regulations introduced this year in France, while a large proportion are also concerned about the impact on Brexit on driving abroad
RAC comment on new Operation Stack
Roads Minister Jesse Norman has announced new plans to improve overnight lorry parking and to ease traffic in the event of cross-Channel disruption.
RAC reacts to speed limit reductions in France
The speed limit on some French roads is to be cut in a bid to curb accidents
RAC, Europ Assistance, Falck, and VHD announce the creation of ERA Automotive
A new alliance created to enhance global coverage, unrivalled levels of technical expertise and customer experience in road services, has been formed by bringing together the major European road services assistance providers - RAC, Europ Assistance, Falck and VHD.
RAC warns drivers about wider roll-out of French pollution control scheme
A third of drivers planning a trip to France this year are unaware of new emissions regulations that can in some cases ban vehicles from entering built-up areas, according to new data from RAC European Breakdown.* With more locations joining the country’s Crit’Air scheme the RAC is urging motorists to check if they are affected now.
Lille, a popular former European Capital of Culture just 90 mi
RAC study shows drivers slap down UK roads in favour of those the other side of the Channel
A new study from the RAC shows just how much drivers favour continental Europe
Motorists driving to France this Easter urged to order new emissions stickers as soon as possible
RAC urges motorists soon to be travelling to Paris, Lyon and Grenoble to order anti-pollution stickers after one took six weeks to reach the UK.
Motorists driving to France warned about new emissions sticker system
Drivers will need to purchase a new Crit'Air vignette when driving in Paris, Lyon and Grenoble from this month
Europe’s roads are paved with gold in the eyes of British motorists
Almost a fifth of motorists surveyed by RAC European Breakdown said they chose to drive to the continent simply because of the better quality roads
More than 10% of Brits admit to driving on wrong side of the road in Europe
13% of motorists surveyed for RAC European Breakdown have had the frightening experience of driving on the wrong side of the road
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