Planning for a road trip by Yvone https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif en-us 2017-09-11 23:28:26 UTC 2025-11-30 14:11:15 UTC hello@padlet.com yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/186592458 1. Before beginning a long drive, always get enough sleep and eat a snack or meal. Lack of sleep can cause fatigue and doziness. Hunger can affect the driver's ability to focus on the road, leading to an increase of road incidents. Make sure you are hydrated as lack of hydration is also a prevalent cause of fatigue.


]]> 2017-09-11 23:28:33 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/186592458 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207142 2. Pull over and take breaks every couple of hours, even if you don’t feel sleepy. A break will decrease fatigue. ]]> 2017-09-20 08:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207142 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207257 3. If you can, share the driving responsibilities with someone else. This will allow you to keep an eye on each other while driving and also enable you to nap without losing time.

]]> 2017-09-20 08:03:07 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207257 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207307 4. Refrain from using your phone as it can cause a distraction.

]]> 2017-09-20 08:03:21 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207307 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207722 5.  Keep an eye on the skies, and if you can, plan a route around inclement weather. A minor detour could actually wind up saving you major time.

]]> 2017-09-20 08:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207722 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207775 6. Use a GPS or an app such as Google maps to guide you through traffic jams. Bring a map just in case your GPS stops working. 

]]> 2017-09-20 08:05:13 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189207775 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189208036 7. Lock all of your valuables (especially items that are clearly gifts) in the trunk or glove compartment and stow all luggage in the trunk so it doesn't go flying while driving and cause a hazard for other drivers. 

]]> 2017-09-20 08:06:16 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189208036 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189208077 8.  Before setting off on a long car trip, be sure your vehicle is in prime condition — that tires are properly inflated, all fluids are at their proper levels and you have a full tank of gas.]]> 2017-09-20 08:06:27 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189208077 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189208224 9. Learn how to fix basic car problems such as changing a tyre, how to check the air pressure in your tires and add air to any tires that are low. ]]> 2017-09-20 08:07:09 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189208224 Rules for P1 drivers yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189212273
  • Only drive cars. You cannot apply to upgrade your licence to a higher class
  • Display P plates (red P on a white background) clearly on the front and back of the vehicle, on the outside. The letter P on the plate must not be hidden. If you’re towing a trailer, a P plate must be on the back of the trailer
  • Observe a maximum speed limit of 90 km/h, and observe the posted speed limit, where it’s below 90 km/h
  • Only tow trailers up to 250 kilograms of unloaded weight. You must display a P plate (red P on a white background) on the back of the trailer while towing
  • Not exceed zero blood alcohol concentration. This means you cannot have any alcohol in your system when you drive a vehicle. It’s also illegal to drive under the influence of drugs
  • Not supervise a learner driver
  • Ensure all occupants, including yourself, are in a seat that has a seatbelt or an approved restraint fitted, and that each passenger is using the seatbelt or restraint
  • Not use any mobile phones, including hand free devices or loudspeaker, while driving or while your vehicle is stopped, but not parked
  • Only drive automatic transmission vehicles, or clutchless manual vehicles, if you took your driving test in this type of vehicle. Your licence card will show the A034 condition on the front.
]]> 2017-09-20 08:22:57 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189212273 Essentials to check before you leave yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189213185
  • tyres—check they are in good condition and at the right pressure including the spare
  • fluid levels—brake, coolant, oil, clutch, automatic transmission, power steering, water
  • lights—headlights, high-beams, reverse, indicators and brake
  • windscreen wipers are working in case of wet weather
  • battery
  • fan belt condition and tension
  • coolant hoses—ensure your coolant does not leak and the hoses are in good condition
  • tow bar and connections (if towing)
  • ensure you have enough fuel for the journey.
]]> 2017-09-20 08:26:16 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189213185 P1 Passenger Conditions yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189213760

As a P1 licence holder, there are special conditions regarding the passengers you can carry:

  • Peer passenger condition: If you’re under 25 and hold a P1 licence, you must not drive a vehicle with more than one passenger (other than the driver) who is under 21, between 11pm and 5am
  • One passenger condition: If you’ve been disqualified for any driving offence committed on or after 11 July 2005, once you return from the disqualification period you must not carry more than one passenger at any time while driving. This condition will apply for 12 months
]]> 2017-09-20 08:28:23 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189213760 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189215019 10. Learn the road rules of other states as they may change through regions]]> 2017-09-20 08:32:45 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189215019 yvonedelrey https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189216065 11. Make an emergency kit full of easy essentials. This could include (but not limited to) a small flashlight, band aids, water bottles, alcohol swabs, pain medication (e.g. panadol), chargers, snacks and even an old towel if you ever need to check something under the car and need something to lie on.]]> 2017-09-20 08:36:02 UTC https://padlet.com/yvonedelrey/8l67d703udif/wish/189216065