Car breakdowns have risen by 5%, says AA

The number of Irish motorists whose cars break down has risen by 5% year-on-year, according to the annual review of the Automobile Association.

The number of vehicle kilometres travelled has increased by 2% this year, compared to 2014, and the AA has reported a corresponding higher volume of breakdowns this year.

“More cars on our roads normally means a higher risk of incidents, which, in this case, relates to a rise in breakdowns.