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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

From potholes to planning: the issues at stake in England's 2 May local elections

The local elections are seen as a crucial test for Rishi Sunak's premiership, with implications on national polls. Local issues like council cuts and potholes are significant factors influencing voters. [ more ]
Time Out London
4 months ago
London

This London borough is the UK's worst place for potholes

The north London borough of Barnet has the highest number of potholes in the country with a fix rate of only 32.6 percent.
Barnet's high number of potholes can be attributed to factors such as its size, high levels of car ownership, and busy roads. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

More rain, more car-damaging potholes. Here's how you can get repaid for damage

Rain can hide potholes on California streets, causing potential damage to vehicles.
Potholes cost U.S. drivers an estimated $26.5 billion in 2021. [ more ]
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BBC News
5 months ago
London

Potholes: What are they and why are they dangerous?

There are currently more than one million potholes in the UK, with an average of six potholes per mile on council-controlled roads in England and Wales.
Motorists are now twice as likely to break down as a result of repeated wear caused by potholes compared to 17 years ago.
Poor weather conditions, such as heavy rain, worsen existing potholes and delay essential road repairs. [ more ]
ReadWrite
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The pothole fixing robot using AI to maintain roads

ARRES PREVENT is an autonomous robot that can identify and repair potholes using AI.
The robot aims to save time, money, and reduce disruption caused by potholes on roads. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
London

Potholes: What are they and why are they dangerous?

There are currently more than one million potholes in the UK, with an average of six potholes per mile on council-controlled roads in England and Wales.
Motorists are now twice as likely to break down as a result of repeated wear caused by potholes compared to 17 years ago.
Poor weather conditions, such as heavy rain, worsen existing potholes and delay essential road repairs. [ more ]
ReadWrite
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The pothole fixing robot using AI to maintain roads

ARRES PREVENT is an autonomous robot that can identify and repair potholes using AI.
The robot aims to save time, money, and reduce disruption caused by potholes on roads. [ more ]
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