Devon’s main routes begin to fill up this afternoon as the holiday getaway begins. There have been many M5 crashes today as millions travel on the highway.
This May holiday is expected to be the busiest in six years after the news that about 16.8 million leisure trips are expected to be made. According to the RAC, Monday, May 2, is expected to be the busiest day with 3.3 million trips to be made.
RAC spokesman Rod Dennis said Britons were expected to flock to classic tourist hotspots, especially coastal areas. He said: “Easter may have been just a few weeks ago, but it seems that many drivers still want to make the most of this May Day holiday.
“We expect routes to the classic tourist hotspots – especially the coast – to be congested on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning, although according to our research, Monday may be the busiest day of the long weekend.
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“Preparation is paramount to avoid uncomfortable damage to the side of the road – the fact is that most of the jobs our patrols will be attending this weekend will be avoided if drivers take just a little time to to check that their vehicles are “ready to go”. A quick glance under the hood to check oil and coolant levels, as well as make sure the tires are properly inflated and in good condition, can save hours of hassle on the side of the road. “
The RAC has also issued some tips to avoid a crash this holiday weekend. A Manchester-based patrol Ben Aldous said: “Simply put, a well-maintained car is much less likely to break down than one it didn’t take care of. So if you have a big trip ahead of you and you suspect something is wrong with the car, then take it to a good garage as soon as possible this week. “
Kevin Andrews, a Bat Patrol-based man, said: “Keep the lock wheel nut somewhere you can easily find it, as it speeds us up to change tires if necessary. Make sure everything is fixed on the outside of your car – bicycles, roof boxes – are properly secured. If you are traveling with a dog, again make sure it is safe inside and there is little food and water. And download and use the free MyRAC mobile app, as it makes it much easier for us to find you. “
We will provide you with live updates on Devon roads and beyond when we receive them. Updates will appear in the blog below.
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