The Motoring Holiday is one of our great Australian traditions, but the last thing you need is trouble along the way.
Ensure you are fully prepared to enjoy your getaway by reading the hints and tips outlined below.
To book your car for a 62point Pre-Holiday safety inspection, go to our Service Centre Locator
Blow-Out
Tyre Blow-Out ... If this occurs, do not make sharp changes in direction, don't brake or use the clutch. Ease up on the accelerator and if the blow-out was a front wheel, use the handbrake (gently) to gradually slow the vehicle.
Bushfire
Bushfire ... If you're caught in a bushfire, park in the clearest area you can find, wind up all windows, cover yourself with rugs, jackets, etc. and tuck yourself under the dashboard.
Car Sickness
Car Sickness ... To avoid it, try sitting in the most 'stable' part of the vehicle. Don't move around too much, and look at the horizon, rather than at the road or trees.
Minties come in handy
To temporarily fix a hole in your petrol or radiator tank, a half-chewed Mintie can act as a sufficient seal until you can limp to a service station or your local Repco Authorised Repairer.
Overtaking
Overtaking ... The 'blind spot' can be a real killer. Before overtaking, take a glance over your shoulder to see if a car is in your blind spot. It can take 11.5 kilometres to overtake a truck travelling at 100km/h. Make sure you have a clear road ahead.
Save Petrol
Save Petrol ... You use 25% less fuel at 90km/h than you do at 110km/h.
Sleep at home, not at the wheel
Sleep at home, not at the wheel ... Around 30% of serious crashes are the direct result of motorists who insist on driving on, even when they know they're too tired to continue.
Towing
Towing ... If you find yourself helping someone with a tow, don't attach the rope to any steering, suspension equipment, rear axle or bumper. See your owner's manual for the correct towing procedure.
