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Obey the rules of the road and carry your driver’s license with you.
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Plan the route to your holiday destination and give yourself enough time to reach the destination
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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.
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Do not overload.
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Try to avoid driving after dark if possible.
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Have a good rest before you embark on your journey and have an energy drink by your side.
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Take safety breaks/ rest stops every 2 hours or 200km
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Do not drink and drive!!
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Try to recognize potentially dangerous drivers on and pedestrians alongside the road and keep well clear of them
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Be visible – drive with your lights on!!
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Headlights should be dipped well before an approaching vehicle is within range of the main beam.
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Always wear your seat belt and check to see that everyone in the car is wearing theirs.
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Drive defensively with a focus on safety for all road users.
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Stay within the speed limit at all times
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Only overtake when it is absolutely safe to do so
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Avoid distractions while driving –Remain focused and alert at all times!
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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.
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Expect others not to be as obedient to the law as yourself
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Be courteous towards fellow road users - keep your temper and resist the temptation to retaliate
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Be alert to changing road and weather conditions
Share these suggestions with your family and friends – And may you and your family have a happy and safe festive season!!