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Motorists Put Themselves At Risk This May Bank Holiday

New research reveals that this May Bank Holiday a quarter of motorists will not check their tyres before taking a long trip and only a third will check that their indicators, brakes and headlights.
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Latest research reveals that over a quarter of motorists still do not check their tyres before a long trip and only a third of drivers check the indicators, brakes and headlights are working. Despite this, less than half of motorists carry the number of their breakdown company.

The research also reveals that incidents in 2010 are already up consistently on 2009, reaching around 18,417 a week instead of 16,007 or around 2,600 a day.

Once back to work we still need to be vigilant as the Tuesday that followed May bank holiday last year saw an increase in vehicle breakdowns of more than 22% compared to an average Tuesday.

. Introduction:

This bank holiday, many of us will be heading off in the car for a well earned break but according to new research, we’re not preparing for potential breakdowns. Over a quarter of motorists don’t check their tyres and only a third check their indicators, brakes and headlights. Even those of us with breakdown cover often neglect to carry the number of our breakdown company. Breakdowns have been consistently up on 2009 with Green Flag reporting more than 2,600 a day. Worst still are the figures for breakdowns on the first day back to work after the May bank holiday, with last year’s figures showing a 22% increase in call outs compared to an average Tuesday.

What can we do to ensure that we’re prepared in the event of a breakdown?

Joining us in the studio is Dan Robinson, Head of Green Flag.

. Suggested Questions:

What precautions are people in our area neglecting to take before a long car journey?

What checks should we always make sure to do before a long journey?

Why do you think breakdowns are consistently up compared to 2009?

Why is the Tuesday following the May bank holiday so bad for breakdowns?

What should we do in the event of a breakdown?

Where can we find out more information?