Over the years, a subtle shift has occurred on our roads. Not only in the number of vehicles we see or the technology we use, but in the mindset of the people behind the wheel. There was a time when road safety was a personal matter. When the Highway Code mattered. When courtesy was expected, […]
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December doesn’t magically create bad drivers. It creates overwhelmed people who carry their stress straight onto the road. Road behaviour is emotional behaviour, and December is the month when emotions run high and spill over the edges. It’s the pressure. The money worries. The crowded shops. The deadlines. The family demands. The dark mornings and
Car dents are more than just cosmetic. Many motorists in Zimbabwe view dents and scratches as minor inconveniences—something you can ignore until a “better time.” But the truth is, even a small dent can create hidden safety risks that grow worse over time. Modern vehicles are engineered with incredible precision, and any structural disturbance, no
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If you’re burying your head in the sand about strange noises coming from your brakes, it’s time to face reality. Your brakes are on the verge of failure or are already failing. Drive Zimbabwe Roadside Assistance warns that ignoring a small braking issue is not only dangerous but also more expensive to fix the longer
Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore / Brake Safety and Performance. Read More »
THE CULTURE WE CREATED ON OUR ROADS This is bigger than bad driving. It’s about who we have quietly become. We built a road culture where rushing feels normal. Where speed feels like success. Where getting there fast matters more than getting there alive. Where the smallest inconvenience ignites anger faster than compassion.facebook.com/105600827733427 And it
Bumper-to-Bumper Burnout: Coping with Driving Stress in Zimbabwe For many in Zimbabwe, the daily commute is a major source of hidden stress, anxiety, and even cognitive fatigue. Constant stop-start traffic causes more than just frustrating delays; it creates intense road stress that can affect your overall well-being. This pressure doesn’t disappear when you park; it
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• Up to thousands of casualties are linked to poor driver vision • The risk of a collision rises by 20% on dark, wet evenings • One in seven people knows someone who is breaking the law over eyesight requirements* Drive Zimbabwe Roadside Assistance is concerned about the number of drivers taking to the roads with defective vision.
Fading light and deteriorating vision increase road risks. Read More »
When the weather turns rough, safety should always come first. No journey is worth risking your life — or the lives of others. If conditions are too dangerous, delay your trip until it’s safer to travel. By planning, maintaining your vehicle, and adjusting your driving techniques to suit the weather, you can greatly reduce your
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Amid Mercury Retrograde, we’ve teamed up with astrology extraordinaire Francesca Oddie to explore how different star signs behave on the road — and how their personalities influence how they handle vehicle challenges. From changing a tyre to dealing with a breakdown, these insights reveal what the stars might say about you as a driver. Have
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How to Check Your Tyres After a Summer of Driving. After a season of long road trips, hot weather, and busy highways, your tyres have probably worked harder than usual. Summer heat and rough roads can cause subtle wear and tear that’s easy to overlook — but giving your tyres a quick check now can
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