Expect even more potholes on UK roads after summer heatwaves, says RAC

Unusually high temperatures this summer are worsening Britain’s crumbling road network, with experts warning that prolonged heat accelerates cracks and potholes far more than previously understood. While cold and wet conditions are often blamed for road damage, sustained dry heat weakens surfaces over time, leaving drivers facing more repairs ahead. The RAC highlights how record-breaking warmth is exacerbating existing infrastructure strain, challenging assumptions about seasonal road maintenance. Motorists are advised to brace for a potential surge in pothole-related disruptions as the effects of extreme weather take hold.

Extreme weather has made brittle road surfaces more likely to crack, increasing strain on infrastructureThe UK’s dilapidated roads are expected to get even worse, with motorists warned to expect a jump in the number of potholes as result of the country’s hottest summer on record.Potholes are commonly assumed to be caused by cold or wet weather, but long periods of heat can also create long-lasting damage on the roads, according to the RAC. Continue reading...