Plan your journey carefully. Start from planning your route in detail. Our Trip Planner will help you.
Before you "hit the road":

Give your car a technical check-up
Before setting off check your car for its technical fitness, for instance the tyre pressure, oil level, brakes. See whether you have enough fuel in the tank and windscreen liquid. It is obligatory to have triangle, fire extinguisher and vest useful during emergency situation. It is important to have a first aid kit with instruction

Secure your baggage
Arrange your baggage in the car or boot so as to prevent its shifting while driving or rapid braking, or obstructing your view. A blanket or coat, and a pair of comfortable walking shoes are recommendable, just in case.

Set off with an adequate time margin
Check the weather forecast and plan your journey so that you have enough time to give yourself a break every two hours, especially if you have a long way to go.

Do not drive, if you are tired or have had a drink
Do not ever sit behind the wheel if you have had a drink. Even the tiniest alcohol content in the blood reduces the driving skills. Being tired you also run a higher accident risk.

Buckle up
Buckle up, before you even turn the key. Make sure that all vehicle occupants are wearing seatbelts as well. Check, if it is your case, whether a special seat for your child is properly and firmly buckled up.

Know regulations
A number of special driving rules and recommendations apply to the motorway environment. Get acquainted with them. More information on the page Safe Motorway.