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Drivers urged to check cars for hidden pothole damage - how to spot warning signs
Admiral’s 10-year data shows March has the highest pothole damage claims; average repair cost is £189, with 57% of motorists reporting worsening local roads.
- Admiral warns UK drivers this March to check for hidden damage, citing 10 years of data that show March as the worst month for potholes.
- The freeze–thaw cycle explains why March sees more road breakdown, as potholes form when water seeps into cracks, freezes, expands, then leaves gaps broken down by traffic, Admiral says.
- Drivers face average bills of £189 for pothole repairs, with 57% of motorists saying local roads have worsened; typical warning signs include bulges on tyres and new warning lights.
- The government website explains how to make a claim and when compensation may apply, noting you cannot claim if debris from another vehicle caused the damage.
- Graham Molsher warns drivers to inspect vehicles promptly, urging garage checks 'as soon as possible' to prevent impacts from knocking out wheel alignment and affecting ADAS safety systems.
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