Mike Waters' blog: 20 June 2013 - Some information is worth sharing

Date: 20 June 2013

Mike Waters is senior insight & consultancy manager at leasing and fleet management company Arval

This information is basic, but it provides a really important reminder for all drivers - no matter how proficient they think they are - so I wanted to us this blog as an opportunity to promote them.

1. Belt up on every journey - always wear your seat belt and make sureyour passengers do too (front and back).
2. Protect your neck - adjust your head restraint and save yourselffrom whiplash.
3. Keep your distance - always keep a two second gap between you andthe vehicle in front.
4. Slow down - don't exceed the speed limit! Adjust your speedin built up areas and in poor weather conditions.
5. Concentrate - just a moment's distraction can kill. Give the job of driving your full attention.
6. Take a break - never drive while tired. On long journeys stop for at least a 15 minute break every two hours.
7. Switch off your phone - there is no conversation or text message that is more important than a life.
8. Don't drink and drive - alcohol impairs your driving. Think carefully if you're safe to drive the morning after too.
9. Anticipate and observe - look out for pedestrians and all other types of road users.
10. Look after your car - regularly check oil, water, tyres and lights. It is your responsibility to keep your car roadworthy.

I can't take any credit for coming up with these tips, but I do strongly believe in their importance.

I urge you to take a look at them, and ideally share them with your friends, family and colleagues.

You never know, it could make a really important difference for someone.

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