Service & Safety Tips

Service and Safety Tips

Most slip-ups in driving result from lapses of attention, whether caused by distractions, anger, substance abuse, aggressiveness, fatigue, anxiety, impatience or just lack of focus. Whatever the reason, anything that takes your mind off driving, reduces your ability to respond, increases your chances of crashing. Shovel Pail

  • Things outside of the vehicle - 29%
  • Adjusting radio/CD - 11%
  • Other occupants - 11%
  • Moving objects inside the vehicle - 4%
  • Adjusting vehicle controls - 3%
  • Eating or Drinking - 2%
  • Using a cellular phone - 1.5%
  • Other distractions - 25%

  • Drive defensively - be prepared for poor driving conditions. Expect the unexpected.
  • Check your route before departing - if you are unfamiliar with where you are going, get directions or check maps before you are on the road.
  • Make sure child passengers are comfortable & poperly buckled up before hitting the road.
  • Keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road at all times.
  • Place any calls before you drive - prior to leaving the parking lot, home, office, etc...
  • Check with your pharmacist regarding your medications - some over-the-counter &/or perscription drugs may cause drowsiness or affect your reactions.
  • Be familiar with the equipment in your vehicle - control switches, radio, stereo. This is especially important if you are driving a rental/loaner vehicle.
  • Complete your grooming before you get in your vehicle.
  • Try to avoid eating or drinking while driving - children or adults may choke on food while the vehicle is in motion causing a severe distraction.Zeemac Vehicle Lease Ltd.