Sometimes it doesn’t matter how safely you drive — another driver’s mistake can put you at risk. The best mindset is: “Assume everyone else on the road isn’t as careful as you.” That means being prepared for sudden stops, lane changes, tailgating, swerving, or unsignaled turns. Defensive driving is about being aware, patient, and prepared. […]
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Criminals thrive on distraction. When you’re not paying attention, you become an easier target for opportunistic thieves. To help you stay safe, our security experts have put together essential tips for shopping malls and the journey home—especially important in light of recent incidents. Crime on the Rise Media reports indicate a definite increase in robberies,
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· Hot weather can put additional strain on the car and driver · Cars are 50% more likely to overheat in hot weather1 · Hot road surfaces can increase the risk of tyre blowouts and punctures1 · Simple pre-journey checks help prevent battery, engine and tyre failures · Build in time for proper breaks on
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There are many aftermarket additives on the market, which you can dose into your fuel tank or oil sump. Many of them make big claims. These vary from reducing fuel consumption and engine wear to solving problems without extensive dismantling. Some are valid; others are less so. Do you think I should use an additive? Check
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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