With winter fading into the background and better weather all around, don't be fooled into into thinking the roads will finally be safe again. This is not always the case.
Seasonal showers, migrating animals, and poor road conditions can create unpleasant complications on the road.
Kevin Burke Tyres havs provided some useful tips it hopes will help motorists stay safe when on the road this spring.
Spring Driving Safety Tips
Check lights: Since spring rain hinders driving visibility, make sure all lights work, including headlights, parking lights, brake lights and indicators,
Replace wiper blades: Worn-out wiper blades may not be up to the task of clearing water away from windshields. Check wiper blades and replace them if necessary.
Check tyre pressure: Harsh winter weather can deflate tyres. Correct tyre pressure can also help motorists increase MPL (Miles Per Litre )
Slow down and drive carefully: The first few rainy days of spring can produce exceptionally slippery roads due to oil and other leaked fluids mixing with rainwater, so slow down and increase stopping distance when it is raining.
Keep eyes peeled for bad road conditions: Remember that harsh winter weather breeds potholes and other driving obstacles.
Watch out for animals: This is especially important during the early morning and evening when animals are most active.
Watch out for increased cyclists and pedestrians on the roads.
Before the start of any long journey and ideally every week check the engine oil level, radiator coolant level, windscreen washer level and tyre pressures, including the spare. The vehicle handbook should show clearly how to do all of these.
To consult the experts, pop into Kevin Burke Tyres in Riverside, Galway city; Furzeypark, Athenry; or Crowe Street, Gort, and the team will provide a free tyre check .
Alternatively contact the offices, Galway 091-769636, Gort 091-632800, and Athenry 091-845329 where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
