Staying Safe On The Road While Venturing Out On A Road Trip

Road trips are exciting, regardless of your age. Whether you’re an adult looking for some adventure or a child along for the ride, they're a fun way of bonding, sightseeing and exploring. For the curious mind, it's a trip filled with wonder and knowledge, beautiful landscapes and hours of nothing but the destination ahead, great company and new places waiting to be seen. 

However, staying safe and ensuring your valuables (such as the vehicle you are driving) are financially covered in case of an unforeseen event is vital. Having comprehensive car insurance in place will make all the difference when venturing out on a long trip towards your final destination. Performing quality checks on your vehicle before you hit the highways are just as important and should be done regularly. 

• Get A Good Night’s Rest
  Bright-eyed and bushy-tailed is what you’re going for before hitting the long road. Getting to bed at a reasonable hour before travelling is not only sensible but it is also responsible.
• Do Your Roadworthy Checks Well In Advance
  Let’s face it, doing any checks on the morning of your great departure is hardly a good idea. Excitement mixed with the impatience of wanting to hit the road usually results in half-hearted checks - not exactly a good idea when you’re planning on being on the road for long periods of time. Make sure that you check your vehicle well in advance, in case anything needs to be repaired. This will give you enough time to get the vehicle roadworthy while ensuring your safety.
• Stop Off And Rest
  Yes, you heard us. Taking a break in-between stretches of road is not only good for you but helps to ensure your safety and that of others when you’re on the road. What’s a roadtrip without snacks?
• Do Not Drink And Drive At All!
  Drinking and driving is selfish and highly irresponsible. We cannot stress enough the importance of remaining substance-free while you are behind the wheel. Be responsible, arrive alive and have some good old-fashion clean fun while you’re at it!
• Stay Safe
  The country may be in level 1 of lockdown, but it does not mean that the COVID-19 pandemic is behind us. So do not forget to pack a hand sanitiser or wet wipes in your car, as well as extra face masks. This will ensure that no matter where you decide to stop, you can put on your mask when interacting with others and clean your hands thoroughly after touching surfaces or after your pay at the petrol station.

And that’s it, folks! Staying safe while going on adventurous road trips is not that hard. Having an insurer that provides you with comprehensive and affordable cover allows you to live your way, road trips and all! If you aren’t sure whether you’re comprehensively covered, why not get an online insurance quote from Miway? It’s quick and easy!