Fife Council’s three pothole-busting vehicles are striving to keep roads in good condition.
The vehicles, bought by the local authority this year, can deliver high-quality road repairs quickly. They are also have interchangeable body units so they can be used as gritters during the winter months.
So far in central Fife, 1,950 square metres of roads and footpaths have been patched using the pothole-buster.
Transport spokesman Councillor Pat Callaghan said: “The pothole-busters have been a worthwhile investment, we are already seeing the benefits.
“They not only repair more potholes to a higher quality and more quickly, they will also be busy during the winter, keeping our roads free from ice and snow.”
He said if anyone spots a pothole they should ensure it is fixed as quickly as possible by reporting it to the council’s pothole-busters phoneline or via an online form. Mr Callaghan said the process it is simple and users can click on a location on the map and the council will send one of its squads to repair the problem.
The Kirkcaldy area committee chairman, councillor Neil Crooks, added: “It’s great to hear that roads and pavements in and around the Kirkcaldy area have already been patched.
“I’m sure local people will also welcome the news the council is working hard to make sure these problems are fixed as quickly as possible.”
To report a pothole on any Fife road call 0345 550011 or go to www.fifedirect.org.uk/roads.
The council aims to repair potholes within five working days of them being reported, and emergency road repairs are carried out within 24 hours.