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Stay safe on winter roads says motoring group
publication date: Dec 23, 2009
Common sense can prevent dangerous or uncomfortable incidents when travelling this winter if you plan ahead.
GEM Motoring Assist’s Top Ten Tips for safer winter journeys.
* First and most importantly- is it necessary to take the journey in
the first place? If it can be avoided, stay where you are!
* Pack some emergency food and drink supplies and make sure you have a
torch, triangle, fluorescent/reflective jacket, rug, jump leads and a
bottle of water to top up your washer fluid.
* Check the weather at your destination so that you can prepare
accordingly, or again forego the trip altogether. Stay tuned to your
local Radio station throughout the day to keep abreast of the road and
weather conditions.
* Just because it’s cold, don’t skip checking over your car before you
travel including ensuring all your lights are working and your wiper
blades are not worn or damaged and clear the windscreen effectively.
Stop by the nearest garage to check tyre pressure, tread and general
condition; plus your water (coolant and washer) and oil levels too.
* Take extra clothing with you. Wear Boots instead of shoes and ensure you have a warm hat and gloves.
* Charge your mobile phone and keep it with you in the car incase you
have any problems. It’s a good idea to put your breakdown service
provider’s number in your phone.
* Remember, there could be ice. Even if the roads look clear, you might not be able to see it.
* Make sure you have enough fuel for the journey and never travel without having some cash with you for emergencies.
David Williams, CEO of GEM Motoring Assist, said: “Whenever the bad
weather strikes, we always hear about Motorists being caught out,
breaking down or getting trapped in their cars. With some forward
planning and a little common sense many of these incidents could be
avoided.” | | |
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