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Is your vehicle safe to travel this long weekend?
You should take a break every 2 hours and don’t drive for more than 8-10 hours per day
Before you leave for a long weekend mini-vacation, make sure your vehicle is safe for the road, and safe for you and your passengers.
Make sure you get enough rest and plan ahead.
Good preparation for your long trip includes:
- checking your vehicle is safe for the trip
- know what to do if your vehicle breaks down
- know what road conditions or obstacles you may encounter on your trip
- decide what route you will take to get there and how long it will take
- know what to do if you have an accident or breakdown
- pack enough food and water, and a little extra in case your trip takes longer.
You should take a break every 2 hours and don’t drive for more than 8-10 hours per day.
Before you go away on a long trip, make sure you double-check these essentials on your vehicle:
- tyres – check they are in good condition and at the right pressure, including the spare
- fluid levels – brake, coolant, oil, clutch, automatic transmission, power steering, water
- lights – headlights, high-beams, reverse, indicators and brake
- windscreen wipers are working in case of wet weather
- battery
- fan belt condition and tension
- coolant hoses – ensure your coolant does not leak and the hoses are in good condition
- tow bar and connections (if towing)
- ensure you have enough fuel for the journey
Safe trip, guys!
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