A major crash on the M6 northbound near Stoke-on-Trent has caused widespread disruption, leaving drivers stuck in long queues and facing frustrating delays during a busy travel period.
The collision occurred close to Junction 16 at the Barthomley Interchange, a key connection point linking the M6 with the A500 and B5078. Emergency services rushed to the scene shortly after the incident, forcing authorities to shut down two of the three northbound lanes. The impact was immediate, with traffic grinding to a near standstill.
Motorists described the situation as stressful and exhausting, with many trapped in their vehicles far longer than expected. At its worst, delays stretched up to 90 minutes beyond normal travel time, according to updates from National Highways. Long queues extended back towards Junction 15, while congestion spilled onto surrounding routes, including the A500, where gridlock formed in both directions.
Live traffic cameras showed a sea of brake lights, as drivers slowly crawled forward, unsure of how long the disruption would last. For many commuters and families, what should have been a routine journey quickly turned into an ordeal.
