General driving tips

Be one step ahead to reduce the chance of your car breaking down, and have a safer drive along the way.

make sure your headlights and indicator lights are clean and work properly. You should also give your car regular checks and servicing
have a few emergency essentials in your car like a blanket, a torch, water, antifreeze and some cash
let someone know where you're going, who you're going with and roughly what time you expect to arrive
plan your route and take a map or sat nav with you so you won't have to rely on strangers for help or directions
take your mobile phone with you especially if you're driving alone. Make sure it's charged up and has enough credit on it. But don't use a handheld phone while you're driving as it's dangerous and illegal
have your Britannia Rescue emergency breakdown card with you or have our breakdown phone number stored in your mobile phone

be aware of your fuel gauge and make sure you have enough fuel for your journey
avoid taking shortcuts along minor routes to save time unless you're familiar with the roads
keep your doors locked and windows shut especially when you stop at traffic lights
never pick up hitchhikers along your route for any reason. If you see someone in distress, call the emergency services