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46 Motoring Driving you to distraction If you were lucky enough to get a new mobile phone or the latest sat nav for Christmas – think before using them while driving. Research shows that using these helpful devices while driving can lead to devastating consequences. You’re often less observant, more likely to make wrong decisions and if tired, stressed or emotional the risks increase. Hands-free doesn’t make much difference either. Last March the fines for drivers caught using their phone, increased to £200 and 6 penalty points on their licence. If you go to court, fines can be up to £1,000 or £2,500 for drivers of goods vehicles or passenger carrying vehicles with 9 or more passengers. The safest answer is Switch It Off. Tyre Check For tyres talk to: G&G Autos 01908 565790 12, Beachampton Business Park Saxon Bridge 01908 322400 360 Stratford Road, Wolverton Towcester Garage 01327 350614 74 Watling Street, Towcester Sat Nav Tips Satellite navigation devices are great for planning and helping find your destination. However, they can be confusing and as distracting as your phone. ROSPA recommend the following tips for using your sat nav: • Pre-programme the device before you get into your car • Check your journey before you leave - reduce your reliance on the sat nav • Place the sat nav where it will not obscure vision • Take note of road signs on your journey - some suggested roads may be unsuitable for your vehicle • Choose a device that gives vocal directions • Keep your sat nav up-to-date Cyclists and walkers should also be more vigilant when they use their devices. rospa.com/road-safety In wintery conditions worn out tyres can be even more hazardous than at other times of the year. The legal limit of your tread is 1.6mm, but some European countries expect a tread depth of 4mm in winter. The easiest way to check your tread is to use a depth gauge, available at most car accessories retailers. Weekly or fortnightly checks are recommended, but it’s even more important before a long journey. Check in several places, following the instructions of the device and look for cuts, splits, bulges or other unusual signs at the same time. Still confused? Pop down to your local garage where you will probably also get an indication of approximately how many miles your tyres may have left in them. Get caught driving below the recommended tread and you could face a fine of up to £2,500 per tyre. Please mention <strong>Essentially</strong> <strong>Local</strong> when responding to advertisers
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