New Year is one of the largest and most important holidays in the Philippines. This is also the occasion for people who are far away from their hometowns to reunite or for family members to have memorable trips. In this post, Philkotse.com wants to provide you with some tips for your spring break road trip in your four-wheeled machine.
New Year is an occasion for people who are far away from their hometowns to reunite or for family members to have memorable trips
1. Pre-plan
Trying to follow direction or adjust your GPS device when you are driving can create dangerous situations; so, you have to plan your trip beforehand. Ideally, you could use Apple Car Play with Siri Eyes Free to ensure you stay updated without leaving your eyes off the road ahead.
You have to plan your trip beforehand
2. Time the trip
You should not drive between midnight and 6 a.m. or between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. because our nervous system has the tendency to be drowsy in these periods of time. Results from some research show that the number of accidents when driving during these periods are 2 to 6 times higher than that observed in other time ranges.
3. Check, check and check
One of the first things with smart driving is to take a thorough inspection of your vehicle, with the 24-hour roadside rescue phone number readily saved.
4. Put on a seat belt
Putting on a seat belt is a simple but very important action to ensure safety for people sitting in a car.
Wear seat belt while on the move
5. Remain a safe distance
You should give yourself enough time to respond to traffic situations by maintaining a distance with the cars ahead and keeping your car in the correct lane. The lane departure warning system will be of great help to you in this situation.
6. Avoid distraction
Do not take your eyes off the lane and keep the steering wheel steady. You must not drive while reading or responding to messages. Some innovative multimedia systems like the Apple Car Play and Siri Eyes Free on Chevrolet's MyLink will be effective tools when you still want to use your phone or read a message.
7. Slow down
Always remember to act in accordance with the speed limit. The harm caused by the action of over speeding will be much greater than any benefit it could potentially bring. You must avoid consuming alcohol when driving because doing so under the influence is dangerous and can even lead to fatal consequences due to the effects of alcohol.
Always try to be a polite and safe driver
8. Stay calm and keep driving
Always try to be a polite and safe driver for a safe drive. Losing your composure during driving can lead to many dangerous situations.
