- Obey the rules of the road and carry you drivers license with you.
- Plan the route to your holiday destination and allow you enough time to reach the destination.
- Make sure that your vehicle is in a roadworthy condition before departure. All lights and indicators, windscreen wipers, brakes, steering, exhaust system and tyres should be carefully examined for faults.
- Do not overload.
- Try to avoid driving after dark if possible.
- Have a good rest before you embark on your journey.
- Take safety breaks every 2 hours or 200km.
- Do not drink and drive – Use a designated driver!
- Try to recognize potentially dangerous drivers on and pedestrians alongside the road and keep well clear of them.
- Be visible – drive with your lights on.
- Headlights should be dipped well before an approaching vehicle is within range of the main beam.
- Always wear your seat belt and see that everyone in the car is wearing theirs.
- Drive defensively.
- Stay within the speed limit at all times.
- Only overtake when it is absolutely safe to do so.
- Maintain at least a 2 second following distance - this distance should be increased at night, in foggy or rainy conditions and when the road is wet.
- Expect others not to be as obedient to the law as you are.
- Be courteous towards fellow road users - keep your temper and resist the temptation to retaliate.
- Avoid distractions while driving – Be alert at all times!
- Remember that emergency info is available on your cellular phone at ArriveAlive.mobi
Share these suggestions with your family and friends – And may you and your family have a happy and safe festive season!!
[Advice from www.arrivealive.co.za]
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