Parents, Children Safety Tips for School Run

NEIL WORTH(GEM road safety officer) [dropcap]E[/dropcap]very child needs to learn how to use the roads safely, whether walking or cycling, and later when driving. But road accidents remain a leading cause of accidental death for children, and we know they can cause life-changing injuries. Figures show that pedestrian casualties in the United Kingdom peak at…

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Towing Tips from Land Rover

[dropcap]F[/dropcap]rom hitching-up and hitting the highways of the UK and Europe to parking at the campsite, Daniel Rogers, towing expert at Land Rover, shares invaluable advice for drivers building confidence when towing. TOP TIP 1: Preparation and Packing Even ahead of setting off, you can pack your belongings to reduce the risk of your trailer…

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Tips for Driver Driving in a Sandstorm

EUGENE HERBERT [dropcap]D[/dropcap]epending on the severity of a dust storm, an entire stretch of road can have severely reduced visibility and often bumper bashings and even more serious crashes result. This is what the managing director of MasterDrive, Eugene Herbert says about coping with this weather condition: Handle a dust storm in the same way…

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How to Drive In Icy and Snowy Road Condition

[dropcap]I[/dropcap]f you are expecting snowfall or if you are planning to take a drive to catch a glimpse of the snow, here are some tips to keep in mind, courtesy of the MD of MasterDrive, Eugene Herbert: Defensive driving is what will help you avoid landing in a dangerous position. Check that your tyres are…

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