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Over 97,500 breakdowns are expected to occur on UK roads
this week as scorching weather hits the UK and schools break up
for the summer holidays
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Green Flag has forecast 14 breakdowns every minute
between Sunday and Friday
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Temperatures are set to soar above 30 degrees next week
in some parts of the nation
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Green Flag has released several common sense tips for
driving in hot weather, prompting drivers to check their
vehicles before embarking on any long journeys
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Find out more at www.greenflag.com
With scorching temperatures of over 30 degrees
forecast for next week and schools across the nation starting to
break up for the summer holidays, breakdown provider Green Flag
has predicted 97,500 breakdowns or incidents on UK roads between
Sunday 21st and Friday 26th July. This translates to 14
breakdowns or incidents per minute and up to an 18 per cent*
increase on the average number of breakdowns or incidents.
Simon Henrick at Green Flag commented: “With the nation set
to bake in hot temperatures and schools across the UK closing for
summer, there will undoubtedly be increased traffic on the
roads, as people take time off to enjoy the sunshine. However,
it’s important to be aware of the strain that the heat can put on
the car’s key components, as well as on the road itself.
“Green Flag wants to ensure motorists can enjoy the
sunshsine by staying safe whilst driving. However, many of the
problems that drivers are likely to encounter are preventable if
vehicles are inspected before a long journey.”
In order to help drivers reach their destinations safely,
Green Flag has released several common sense tips to stay safe in
the hot weather.
Green Flag’s Common Sense Tips To Reduce Risk of
Breakdown In The Heat:
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Make sure you have lots of
coolant - A common cause of engine
overheating is low coolant. To avoid this, drivers should make
sure the radiator is full of coolant, and that it has the
correct mix of antifreeze and water
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Make sure your coolant isn't past its sell by
date - Coolant has a lifespan, and once it's
over it it's not any use. Coolant that is past its sell by date
will cause more harm than good. It may leave deposits in the
car’s engine and radiator that can lead to poor coolant
flow
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Turn off air con when driving at slower speeds
- When driving at slower speeds drivers are
advised to turn off the air conditioning and roll down the
windows. When driving below 50MPH, engines have to work harder
to pump out cool air and could run the risk of burning excess
fuel
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Don't overload your vehicle - When
heading out in hot weather, cars often get overloaded with
luggage and other items, but to help avoid breakdowns, drivers
should limit the amount they pack. Overloading the car boot
means the car has to work harder and will use more fuel.
