Brits to travel an average of 27 miles this Easter

Brits will travel an average of 27 miles this Easter according to new research by Tesco Breakdown cover. While a third (36%) will be staying at home, a further 13% plan to travel over 100 miles.

[UKPRwire, Wed Apr 15 2009] Traditionally one of the busiest times on UK roads, drivers should ensure that they prepare adequately for a long car journey to reduce the chance of a breakdown. Tesco Breakdown has provided a check list for drivers preparing for an Easter journey:

• Check your oil, water, brake and radiator fluid levels.
• Check your tyre pressure.
• Take spare water, engine oil, a first aid kit, torch and spare torch batteries with you.
• Make sure you have all the tools you need to change a tyre.
• Ensure that your lights are working properly.

For further information, please contact:

Victoria Lomax, Tesco Personal Finance, Tel: 0131 523 5533
Ra Fletcher, Haggie Hepburn, Tel: 0207 334 7777

Notes for editors:
The survey was conducted by OnePoll for Tesco Breakdown. Total sample size was 2,000 UK drivers. Fieldwork was undertaken between 3rd – 5th March 2009.

Tesco Personal Finance
• Tesco Personal Finance is the UK's largest supermarket bank. Since our launch in 1997, we have grown to have nearly six million customer accounts across 28 financial products and services.
• Our principal activities are: general insurance - motor, home, pet and travel; credit cards and personal loans; personal savings; Tesco Compare and a network of cash machines (ATMs).
• We sell our products through multiple channels including in-store, by telephone and online.
• Tesco Personal Finance is fully-owned by Tesco plc.
• Tesco Personal Finance plc, Registered in Scotland No. 173199.
Registered Address: Interpoint Building, 22 Haymarket Yards, Edinburgh, EH12 5BH

Get breakdown cover online from Tesco Finance & Insurance
http://www.tescofinance.com/personal/finance/insurance/breakdown/index.jsp