Car Travel
Check travel conditions before starting your journey. Click here to find information about local roadworks, congestion, incidents, and traffic speeds.
Save Money and Reduce Environmental Impact:
- Reduce car trips by working from home more often and choosing home delivery for shopping.
- Short local journeys can be quicker and healthier when walking or biking.
- Enjoy reading or relaxing by taking the bus or train for some trips.
- Combine errands, like stopping at the supermarket on your way home from work.
Make Car Journeys More Efficient:
- Consider fuel type and consumption when replacing your car.
- Drive efficiently to reduce fuel usage and emissions (e.g., the most efficient speed is 45-50mph).
- Carpool to share costs and fill empty seats.
- Find out more information about eco-driving.
Electric Car Charging Points:
For electric vehicle (EV) owners, charging is crucial. Visit the Zap-Map website for step-by-step guides on EV charging, power ratings, connectors, and where to find charging points in the Borough.
Smart Motorway Breakdown:
Read the advice on what to do if you break down on a smart motorway, on the BBC website.
