10-point holiday check for your car

Safety should be your first priority – make sure to check your vehicle to ensure you and your family travel safely this festive season.

Source: George Municipality | Tuesday, 14 December 2021, 07:58

Photo: Dot Symons

Just as we all need our health checks annually, it is a good idea to have your vehicle checked before departing on a long trip.

Photo: Dot Symons

10-Point inspection should include:

• Identification of vehicle
• Lights
• Equipment and Body structure
• Braking Systems
• Wheels and Tyres
• Suspension and undercarriage
• Steering
• Oil leaks
• Exhaust System
• Transmission

The full inspection should take approximately 10 minutes and you will be free to go with a clean bill of health – or know that something needs to be repaired before you leave for that long drive.

Safety should be your first priority – make sure to check your vehicle to ensure you and your family travel safely this festive season.

Safety tips

• Check that vehicle is roadworthy before you start your journey
• Carry the necessary equipment and tools to assist you on the road in case of a breakdown
• Have enough rest before you start your journey and take a rest every 2 hours
• Adhere to all road signs and rules of the road
• Maintain a safe following distance
• Adhere to and stay within the speed limits
• Follow instructions that are given by Law enforcement or Traffic Officials
• No overloading of passengers because it affects the braking system of the vehicle
• Have the necessary contact numbers in case of emergency
• Be patient towards other road users

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