William Eichler 07 October 2024

Pothole-related breakdowns jump by 10,000

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The number of pothole-related breakdowns has increased by 10,000 compared to last year, according to the AA Pothole Index.

The number of incidents recorded in September (50,244) also hit a record high since 2017 (50,418).

The main incidents relate to punctures, damaged wheels, steering and suspension. Recent heavy rain also means many potholes are hidden in puddles.

The Pothole Partnership, a partnership between the AA, JCB, British Cycling, and National Motorcyclists Council, called on the Government to deliver on its manifesto commitment of fixing one million potholes a year.

Research published in April found that the poor state of England’s pothole-riddled road system is costing £14.4bn a year in economic damage.

AA President Edmund King said: ‘The current Government knows that all road users are fed up with potholes and has the opportunity to make a step change in the spiral of decline by adopting and advocating measures to permanently fix the problem rather than the past patchwork approach. It is costing drivers a fortune but tragically costing lives for those on two wheels.’

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