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Research by the AA has revealed the five most common causes of callouts for their patrols.

Figures from the DfT show that between 2013 and 2018, illegal, defective or underinflated tyres contributed to nearly 3,500 accidents nationwide, while in mid-February a vehicle was seized by Lothian Police with tyres so worn down, the inside wires were showing through.

Issues with batteries are consistently in the top five causes of vehicle breakdowns in the UK and, with electric vehicle 

Many drivers have been off the roads for several weeks or more, it’s important they take it carefully when they return to more regular driving.

• AA’s business services team urges fleet managers and rental companies to refresh drivers on requirements for driving in Europe this summer