Driving Tips - Drive Zimbabwe

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 […]

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 […]

The Connection Between Seasonal Allergies and Distracted Driving Accidents As spring blooms across the country, allergy season arrives in full force. Trees, grasses, and flowers release pollen into the air, affecting millions of people. While allergies are often dismissed as a minor inconvenience, they can have serious implications when it comes to driving. Picture this: You’re […]

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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. […]

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, […]

· 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Road rage is an all-too-common phenomenon that can escalate quickly. Read on to learn effective strategies for staying calm behind the wheel, from practising mindfulness to fostering empathy among drivers. Road rage has become an increasingly pressing issue in the bustling streets of Zimbabwe, where the mix of modernity and tradition creates a unique driving […]

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 […]

Safe driving involves thoughtful driving and adjusting driving to the prevailing conditions. With the suggestions below, we should be able to share roads responsibly with other road users! Why is driving at Sunrise and Sunset an Increased Risk to Safety? Vulnerable Road Users Not only drivers of motor vehicles and trucks share the roads at […]

Hi All In the beginning, before the advent of the Big City, we all lived in small villages in the middle of large open spaces. Man had lots of room to move around and had time to enjoy the best aspects of nature falling asleep in the evenings under bright canopies filled with millions of […]

It is very important to consider other road users on roads with pothole risks. Sudden changes in direction may be deadly, especially for our most vulnerable road users. Among the crash reports on the Arrive Alive website, we have found numerous examples of injury and death to pedestrians and cyclists where drivers have lost control […]

In modern society, the mother-to-be simply can’t stay at home and wait around for nine months. Our pregnant road users need to know that unless they suffer from a special condition, they can live normal lives without too many changes. As long as it is comfortable, they can get in a car right up until […]

4 min…. read In Zimbabwe, where the roads are often crowded and traffic flows continuously, courteous driving practices are paramount. Understanding and adhering to driving etiquette can significantly enhance road safety and create a more pleasant driving environment. Driving is an everyday activity for millions, yet it can also be one of the most dangerous. […]

Zimbabwe is well known for electrical storms and lightning. However beautiful these might be at times, they also present a deadly and very real threat to those caught in the open. Approximately hundreds of people are killed by lightning in our country each year. It’s not always possible to predict where and when lightning will strike, […]