If you are planning on taking long car journeys this festive season, make sure you stay safe by sticking to these car safety tips.

 

Share the driving with someone

If possible travel with another person who you can share the driving with. This is especially important if your journey is three or more hours long as your concentration will start to waver over time.

 

Keep the window open

Make sure you stay awake and alert by driving with the window open, even just a crack.

 

Get plenty of rest before you set off

Never get into the car if you are extremely tired, instead put your journey off for another day when you are well rested.

 

Check the weather forecast

Before you head off on your journey make sure you check the weather forecast for any warnings. Make sure you check your destination as well. 

 

Know where you are going

Even if you plan on using a GPS system either on your phone or separately, make sure you know where you are going before you set off. Throw a road atlas into the car just in case your Sat Nav fails for any reason.

 

Ensure everyone is buckled in

Finally and most importantly, before you go anywhere make sure you are all securely buckled in. 

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