Although Easter can be a time of celebration and family, it can also be a time of tragedy due to deaths on our roads, warns the National Transport Commission.
Unfamiliar roads and longer distances travelled to reach holiday destinations can increase the risk of being involved in fatal car crashes during the Easter period.
NTC Chief Executive Nick Dimopoulos is using Easter as a time to also warn drivers of the risks associated with drink driving, speeding and fatigue.
“Drivers need to plan in advance and consider alternatives in order to get home safely for Easter.
“The biggest killers on our roads are speed, fatigue and drink driving. Stick to speed limits, avoid driving fatigued and avoid driving under the influence.
“You owe it to yourself and your family to stay safe this Easter,” said Mr Dimopoulos.
Here are some tips for keeping safe on Australian roads
this Easter:
• Ensure your vehicle is fully serviced and in a driveable condition, particularly if you are driving long distances
• Make sure you take a break every two hours or whenever you are feeling tired
• Organise to have an alternate driver if you think you may be drinking
• Ensure you have enough room and do not speed when attempting to overtake other vehicles, especially larger vehicles such as trucks
and caravans
• Avoid rushing on the roads, by planning well and familiarising yourself with the road conditions. Remember that being late is better than not arriving at all.
