The leading independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, recently reminded motorists they shouldn’t just be checking their tyres, brakes and oil levels before getting behind the wheel, but also checking in on themselves and others.
“Life can be a hard road, and sometimes we need time to put the brakes on and take some time for ourselves. We are living in extraordinary times where the need for mental health support services is definitely on the increase. It’s therefore essential that we recognise the struggles many of us face during such challenging times and do all we can to help each other,” Richard Gladman, Head of Driving and Riding Standards at IAM RoadSmart, commented.
Richard also offered some words of advice to those who find themselves feeling stressed or anxious behind the wheel.
“Sometimes, driving can worsen any feelings of anxiety, which can lead to driving becoming an unpleasant, and even unsafe experience. To mitigate these risks, drivers should ensure they get plenty of rest before long drives, carefully plan their journeys and remove any distractions,” Richard concluded.
