Driving

We were recently invited by our motoring partner to attend a day of Defensive Driving at their offices. As we drove into town, the driver instructor asked us to do a “running commentary” on seeing and identifying all the hazards on the road. I wrote down several points while I was driving, and I must admit […]

As daylight saving time comes to an end and winter brings even fewer hours of daylight, drivers are going to spend more time in the dark. Even though the practice of “falling back” gives us all an extra hour of sleep on that one day, the extra rest can’t offset some of the dangers accompanying

In a challenging economic climate with tight budgets, few of us are privileged with the financial means to buy a new vehicle. It does not matter whether we call it is used car, a second-hand car or a pre-owned car – but there has been a continually growing market in Zimbabwe for these vehicles. In

Our eyes and eyesight are perhaps the most important of our senses on the road. Seeing is a highly active function. Our eyes continually move and adjust, receiving a constant flow of visual impressions. Normally, all this activity happens routinely and without noticeable strain. It is important to identify those factors that might strain our

The seemingly simple manoeuvre of overtaking/ passing other vehicles accounts for a high rate of fatalities in Zimbabwe. Passing stationary vehicles is a rather simple movement and does not present too many problems for most drivers. Overtaking moving vehicles is a different matter and requires skill, experience and practice because hazards are moving and the

Driving is something we all do every day, but staying safe on the road isn’t always as simple as it seems. Whether you’re a seasoned driver or just starting, there are a few tricks that are easy to overlook, but they can make a big difference in keeping you, your passengers, and others safe. Here

Happy Easter to all our members and the wider community. Wishing you all a wonderful Easter, spending time with loved ones. Please drive safely on the roads, always slow down, and remember there’s no rush. Reaching the destination safely is the best reward for every motorist! Let us be kind and courteous to our fellow

The journey begins! Wherever you’re headed this Easter, safety comes first. When you arrive, let’s create a wave—post with reaching the destination safely is the best reward for any motorist! Let us be kind and courteous to our fellow road users and remember that road safety is a team activity – let us help each

Background Information: An understanding of the way level crossings operate could save your life someday. The danger is particularly acute when travelling on an unfamiliar route. Road users must follow road rules and signs and pay attention to the road environment when approaching rail crossings. International police statistics show that up to 95 per cent