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Is your car safe to drive? This is important to remember as every year Highways England traffic officers deal with more than 85,000 breakdowns on the roads they patrol. Some reminders on what you should be checking: You and your journey • Make sure you are not under the influence of drugs and alcohol – especially if you have been out drinking the night before. • Do you know the route? Tyre tread and pressure • Driving without the correct tread is illegal. • Driving without the correct pressure is dangerous and will affect your braking distance and steering. Fuel level • Make sure you have enough for your journey. Oil level • It is important that you regularly check your oil as it protects your engine. Water level • Always keep your windscreen screen wash topped up – lack of visibility is very dangerous. Lights • Always check they are all working as they are essential for other drivers to be able to see you and for you to see where you are going.

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