€250 Halfords Voucher to be won with Liberty Insurance

Liberty Insurance: Elaine

Are you a safe driver? Find out how you can cut the cost of your car insurance premium with the Liberty Insurance Drive Safer Reward today.

We want to help make the roads safer - and save you money too. And now we are also giving you the chance to win a €250 voucher for Halfords so you can stock up on a breakdown kit and other car essentials so you are prepared for any trips this summer.

All you need to do is tell us below what your no. 1 #drivesafer tip for travelling at home or abroad this year before the 13th of July.

Don’t forget to check our blog, Facebook & Twitter for all the latest tips on how to stay safe at home & on the road.

By entering this competition, you agree to the Terms and Conditions.

All the best,
The Liberty Insurance team

gordongekko

Where do you enter?

listermint

Elaine..... You need to clarify the details for folks,

Should they post answers here ? or what should they do.

Boards.ie: Niamh

Liberty Insurance: Elaine wrote: »

All you need to do is tell us below what your no. 1 #drivesafer tip for travelling at home or abroad this year before the 13th of July.

For those of you asking questions, I have now highlighted how to enter in the text above and in the OP - please post your entry in this thread.

john kinsella

There is a major difference between front and rear fog lights. If you cant tell the difference don't bother turning them on.

Rear fog lights are a 'D' shape with little lines coming from BEHIND it

Front fog lights are also a 'D' shape with the little lines IN FRONT of it

Now you can drive safely and not potentially blind someone behind you.

Grudle

Always wear your seatbelt and use your indicators (even on roundabouts).

coolclogher

Keep within the speedlimit!!

Tabnabs

It takes five seconds to read a text message on your phone. During that time your car can have travelled the length of a football pitch. Leave your phone alone.

LizardKing

My no. 1 #drivesafer tip for travelling at home or abroad this year is to :

always use mirrors and indicators. Irish drivers have a habit of forgetting about these and its important to check your mirror and indicate.

even if no car is behind you, indicate your intentions , its a good habit to keep.

Standard Toaster

In France drivers must carry a high-visibility vest in their vehicles.
In Vienna, it's illegal to use your car horn while it’s against the law to run out of fuel on an autobahn in Germany.
Most European nations recommend carrying a spare bulb kit which will allow you to change your headlamps in the event of a problem.
If you're heading to Spain or France you must carry this spare bulb kit by law.

Agent Smith

Waving a toy gun intimidates other road users and makes them think you are a hard man!

Never, Ever Drink and drive

Mr E

Don't ignore warning lights on your dashboard, and learn some basic car maintenance (new oil, water, washer fluid, changing filters, how to use jumper cables, how to change a tyre etc.).

Cathmandooo

Never text and drive, it's not worth the risk.

goldenhoarde

Give your car the once over before you leave home. check water oil tyre pressure etc. Check that the spare is roadworthy and at the correct pressure and make sure you have all the tools (loc nuts!!!! make sure you know where the key is for these - its no good at home!) and hi vis jackets needed to change a tyre day or night.

death1234567

Only a fool breaks the two second rule.

RosieJoe

Observation. Be aware of what is going in the near/middle/far distance ahead and behind you. Use your mirrors and check you blind spots. This will reduce the chances of the unexpected happening.

Awkward Badger

Wear seatbelts and don't drive too fast. 

feikennyw

#DriverSafetyTip

Awareness,once you are aware of what you and others are doing and may be about to do then there are no surprises and this will give you enough time to react to almost any given situation.

Mr321

Keep within the speed limits and just because the speed limit is eg 80km on a road doesnt mean that you have to drive at 80km the whole time, take the road conditions into consideration. Also keep a nice distance from the edge of the road especially on bends as there maybe people walking and cyclists on the road.

ComplyOrDie

Leave for your destination early, Take your time and enjoy your trip (focus on your surrounding) …you’ll than me when you’ve tried it

MarkR

When driving through residential areas,  keep an eye out for little feet moving towards you between cars. And footballs.  Kids always run after them. 

Sleepy

Never push your luck with tyres, those few inches of rubber are all that's keeping your car on the road.

Tails142

If you ever feel fatigued on a long drive always pull over and take a short rest break. A 15 minute cat nap or a cup of coffee is a great way to refresh yourself.

Pea 9

Ask yourself; what if I met myself coming the other way?

meoklmrk91

Every so often give your car a check up, check tire pressure and threads, window washer, water and oil levels. Make sure that all your equipment and tools are in the car, jack, wheel brace, spare wheel, jump leads, a high vis jacket, safety triangle, first aid kit. 

JP Liz V1

Drive at a correct speed and respect other road users too

toyotaavensis

Honestly this is the one that is going to sound like the most useless suggestion but I see it every day that people are letting themselves get distracted while driving. It is not always a mobile phone. It can be make up or a newspaper. If people actually bothered to focus on driving while behind the wheel it would make a big difference. Liberty lads, I know this wont win any prizes but it needs to be said.

#DriverSafetyTip

magnavox

Take an interest in your driving and practice for the unexpected. 

What I mean is do the occasional full emergency stop on an empty road or private ground. You'll learn what ABS is. You'll learn to press harder on the peddle when the ABS system is kicking back and won't be frighted when it happens in a worse situation. You'll learn how long it takes a car to stop at speed which is a guaranteed eye opener. You'll learn you can safely steer whilst breaking.

Too many people are flying along on roads with no idea how a car behaves or how long it will take them to stop should they need to. 

You really don't want to be experiencing/learning all the above for the first time trying to avoid the car/child that just appeared in front of you. 

bonnieprince

When driving in a foreign country take your time and acclimatise to that countries roads and rules by driving around the car rental pickup area and don't speed.

D Trent

#drivesafer with Liberty Insurance

ALWAYS obey the 2 Second Rule,
'Only a fool breaks the two second rule'.

In wet weather say this to yourself twice when driving. Watch the road ahead and keep a safe distance from vehicle in front.
Arrive alive

vepyewwo

Never check or use your phone when driving.

Tar.Aldarion

slow down any time there is a blind spot anywhere, it doesn't matter how clear you think the way will be, you won't have time to react for the unexpected, this is why similarly you should stay as far back from the cars in front of you as you reasonably can.

MarkR

Stealth mode (driving with no lights in poor conditions) is not cool. There is a massive difference in your visibility with / without lights on, particularly when it is raining. Parking lights are not suitable for driving with in heavy rain, no matter how cool your fog lights look with them. 

Jeefff

'Driving slower on country roads'. No hard braking and acceleration needed, and saving on your tyres, deisel, and most likely lives

Myrddin

Concentrate on what you're doing, be aware of what's going on around you.

Balmed Out

look indicate and look again

earlyapex

Be aware of and check your blindspots before maneuvres. 

iDann

No matter how quick you think it is to check your phone for a text or take a call, even in a split second anything could happen. It's not worth it!

green123

slow down

Skrynesaver

Rain after a dry period makes for a very slick surface, double your expectations of braking time and allow a suitable distance to stop.

Auscast

If you're driving in Europe (like I was a few weeks ago) with a car full of precious family, you can sometimes be distracted by the kids, making driving on the other side of the road dangerous, especially coming out of service stations or onto roundabouts etc.
So my top tip is to attach a small (A5) size piece of paper or card behind your steering wheel on your dashboard with an arrow pointing to the right. The image will reflect up into your windscreen (like a HUD) and be a constant reminder of which side of the road you should be driving on.

AlmightyCushion

When passing a cyclist make sure to give them plenty of room.

Boom_Bap

Slow down!
If driving abroad, familiarise yourself with the road signs and rules of the road in other countries.......and stick to the proper side of the road!

remeneerb

Always keep a safe distance between yourself and the car ahead as you need enough time to react if that car suddenly swerves, stops or turns - never tailgate!

magicray

Always leave a decent distance between you and the car in front, lots of accidents would be prevented if everyone followed this rule  

challengemaster

The tyres are the only thing in contact with the road, hence they're the most important part of your vehicle. Don't buy cheap rubbish, and keep an eye on them (wear, pressures, etc). 

Ciano35

Plan your journey and be prepared for the unexpected.

super_furry

Turn your phone off. You won't miss anything important enough to risk your life.

arodabomb

Just chill out. You're not going to get there any/much quicker swerving around bikes/peds/slow moving vehicles.

If somebody's doing something crazy up ahead, there's probably a reason for it. Again chill out. The amount of times  I've had to stop because somebody came out wrong/down the wrong way etc, and then somebody else has seen that I'm stopped, assumed I'm doing so for no reason, swerved around me and nearly killed someone.

CH3OH

On a cold morning, give yourself a few minutes for the windows to defrost/ clear.. It's much easier to see where you're going!

handlemaster

Make sure your insurance policy covers you for driving abroad. If you are hiring a car take out Fully insurance for peace of mind.