Be prepared

Winter and holiday driving

Plan your journey:

• Check the weather and road conditions before you leave.
• Take a blanket, warm clothing, food and water in case of an emergency.
• Allow extra time for journeys and plan rest breaks or share the driving.

Drive to the conditions:

• Slow down.
• Increase your following distances.
• Keep your headlights on at all times.
• Follow the speed restriction signs and hazard signs.

Be alert:

• There are more vehicles on the road during the holiday period.
• People can be fatigued.