7 road trip safety rules for the weekend
Shona Aylward Less than a minute
7 road trip safety rules for the weekend
The goal of getting away is to have a well-deserved break, but getting there and back home safely is more important.
1. Keep to the speed limit.
2. Buckle up all passengers.
3. Stop when tired or swop drivers.
4. Check rear and side mirrors regularly.
5. Keep headlights on at all times.
6. Hands off your cellphone.
7. Finally, drive defensively, it's one of your most powerful road safety tools.
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