(THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi)
A new survey suggests Manitobans are paying more out of pocket to fix their vehicles as concerns about road conditions continue to rise.
Data released by CAA Manitoba found 92 percent of respondents are worried about the state of roads, with drivers spending an average of $944 on repairs caused by poor conditions — up from $882 last year.
Nearly half of drivers (45 percent) reported vehicle damage, with potholes responsible for 86 percent of those cases. Most drivers (75 percent) said they paid for repairs themselves, while 12 percent filed claims with Manitoba Public Insurance. Another 14 percent chose not to fix the damage.
The findings come as the organization launches its annual Worst Roads Campaign, encouraging Manitobans to nominate roads most in need of repair. Nominations are open from March 17 to April 10, with a list of the top 10 worst roads to be released afterward.
“The Worst Roads campaign is a proven platform that gives Manitobans a voice and helps governments identify the roads causing the most frustration,” says Ewald Friesen, manager, government and community relations for CAA Manitoba.
“We know it works because we see governments prioritize budgets and move up road repairs every year after appearing on the list.”
The online survey polled 649 CAA Manitoba members between January 6-14, 2026, with a margin of error of plus or minus three percent.
