Refused to attend
Our car broke down on a busy roundabout but in spite of having the best cover the RAC refused to send an engineer saying that it was too dangerous.This in spite of the fact that we know that both RAC...
View ArticleRoyal Mail issue new British Auto Legends stamps...
Has anyone seen the new Royal Mail "British Auto Legends" stamps, released today? Jaguar E-Type, Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, Aston Martin, MG, Morgan and Lotus Esprit all get a stamp plus an extra set...
View ArticleWhat do you check before travelling abroad?
DID YOU KNOW...? A fifth of motorists risk breaking the law in Europe when planning on driving abroad! How many of these things do you do before you head off? · Check national speed limit · Brush up on...
View ArticleRenault Clio Revving Problems
Hi, I've recently been having problems with my 1.2 8v Clio (2000) The problems seemed to start after I filled up my car from a Shell garage (If this is relevant) I had filled up twice that day both...
View ArticleWhat was your first car? What did you wish it had been?
OVER TO YOU - My First Car - share your stories! We've been hearing some brilliant first car stories in other threads on the Forum and would love to hear about your experiences for a future RAC...
View Articleclio problem
hi guys i have a renault clio on a 07 and a few weeks ago i was going on a trip and done a few checks on the car like the water and oil but i didnt put the oil cap on properly. a few days later i cud...
View Articlesat nav 515f
my sat nav rac 515f keeps telling me gps disconnected i was told it could be heated windscreen i might need an ariel is this true if so where can i get one
View ArticleRTA Dispute
Last night I was driving along a road which had many stationary cars parked along my side of the road forcing me to drive on the wrong side of the road, I ensured there were no cars coming so it was...
View Article2004 focus engine warning light
We recently bought a 2004 ford focus zetec 1.8 petrol. It was juddering when first started and when driving slowly in a high gear. We had a mechanic look at it who checked the spark plugs and leads....
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Only trouble is there are not enough traffic police now http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23722219
View ArticleNew Scam....... Flash for Cash
Saw this on the BBC breakfast news this morning. The scammers, on a main road, flash their lights to say "you go" as you are waiting to come out of a side road. Then they crash into you. Watch out for...
View ArticleYet Another Reason I Won't Use BT
Just received an email from BT. They are going to scrap my btinternet email address from 16 Sep 2013 unless I sign up for their Broadband or pay £1.60 a month. I have had this particular email address...
View ArticleTop 5 German Driving Routes
Germany is a country renowned for its love of driving - they've even named their most popular driving routes. Have you ever driven on the Romantic Road, or experienced the delights of the Castle,...
View ArticleNew on the spot fines introduced...
In the news today - drivers caught tailgating and lane hogging to face £100 on the spot fines as police are given powers to issue fixed-penalty notices, with fines raised for other minor offences...
View Articlewould a rac patrol be able to help me with information
hi. im thinking of applying for a patrol job. is there any chance someone could take a pic of there shift pattern so i could see a example. just the first few months that have already past would be...
View Articleengine malfuction and air con issues with ford focus tdi 08
My car displayed engine malfunction last weekend after turning of engine and turning back on display had gone . during the week I had air con on and message displayed again so I did the same stopped...
View Article£3,480 bill for speeding
A motorist caught speeding was slapped with a £3,480 bill after losing an appeal in court. .:cool: He was offered a £60 fine and three penalty points but he challenged the offer. He was ordered to pay...
View ArticleRenault Scenic Intermittent Starting Problem
Hi All, We have a 53 plate 1.6 petrol renault scenic. The car starts no problem when cold however from time to time when the car has been running for a short while, you stop to get the paper etc, get...
View Articleproof of car insurance
A shot in the dark. here goes. my daughter has just arrived in canada and has purchased a new car and registered for car insiurance cover. In order to get a better deal she needs to provide evidence of...
View ArticleRenault clio 16v 52 plate Exhaust popping and hissing from engine
My Renault clio 1.2 16v 52 plate has been sounding a little rough for a few weeks now and noticed there is popping coming from the exhaust and also hissing coming from somewhere in the engine... it...
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