How heatwaves are ruining British roads
The AA said it received more than 50,000 call-outs in July caused by poor road surfaces, up by 2.1 per cent compared with the same month last year.
It reverses a trend of declining pothole-related breakdowns earlier in 2025.
High temperatures this summer are partly to blame for the increase, according to the motoring organisation.
AA president Edmund King said: 'This summer's heatwave has starkly exposed the fragility of Britain's roads.
'While investment and repair campaigns have made a difference, the recent setback illustrates that much more must be done to create a safe and reliable road network for everyone.
'We urge the Government and local authorities to redouble their efforts in tackling the pothole crisis, prioritising rural routes and frequently-used cycling and motorcycling corridors.'
It comes after the Government pledged £1.6 billion to local councils for pothole repairs this year.
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