Cars Online.co.uk
Home
TV
Radio
Talk
Where I Live
A-Z Index

THURSDAY
23rd June 2005
Text only
Lifestyle Homepage Food Antiques Gardening Homes Holiday Watchdog
Motoring - Top Gear

Cars Online Homepage
Motoring
» Buying A Car
On The Road
Learning
Safe Driving
Driving Abroad
Maintenance
Road Rage
On Two Wheels
Emotive
 

About the Cars Online

Contact Us

Help


Like this page?
Send it to a friend!

Safe Driving
Dangerous Roads
Coping with
 
On country roads - continued....

  • Beware of livestock blocking the road. Stop the car and switch off the engine. Wait for the cattle to pass before moving on.


  • Look out for warning signs. These will help you prepare for hazards such as narrowing roads or sharp bends.


  • High hedges can block your view ahead and country lanes don't have pavements. Assume you'll meet a stationary lorry or family of pedestrians around every blind corner. Also be prepared for horse riders and cyclists. Slow down and allow plenty of room to overtake.


  • Where there's no street lighting, turn on your headlights at dusk, so that your car can always be seen. Make use of safety devices, cat's eyes, marker posts and chevrons mark bends in the road.



More
Heavy WeatherDangerous Roads
TowingStopping distances game


Terms & Conditions | Privacy & Cookies Policy