Traffic safety tips for spring travel

In March, outdoor activities such as outings, flower viewing, tree planting and farming are gradually concentrated, and traffic is increasing day by day. In addition, passenger and freight transportation has also entered a busy period, and traffic volume is rising. At the same time, spring rain and fog and other bad weather conditions Frequent occurrences increase road traffic safety risks. To this end, the Xihe Public Security Traffic Police has summarized the following traffic safety tips based on the characteristics of previous spring traffic accidents. We hope that all traffic participants will pay attention to travel safety and drive carefully!

Spring Traffic Safety Tips

01

Flower viewing and outings are concentrated in spring. The traffic police reminded that the roads in mountainous areas in tourist areas have many bends, narrow roads, steep slopes, and sharp turns. When driving, you should keep a safe distance from the roadside and maintain a safe speed. Do not forcefully overtake, meet, or occupy the lane. Do not drive on mountain roads. Stop to watch the scenery and park your vehicle at will to avoid danger.

02

The busy spring farming season is approaching, and there are more trips for farming and tree planting in rural areas. The traffic police reminded that there are many hidden dangers and serious harm to three-wheeled vehicles, tractors, and truck compartments illegally carrying people and mixing passengers and goods. Farmers are asked not to travel in three-wheeled vehicles, tractors, or trucks, and not to mix people and goods.

03

There are more rainy weather in spring. After the rain, the road becomes slippery, the tire adhesion coefficient decreases, and the braking distance is extended. When driving, you should pay attention to the road surface, increase the driving distance, and slow down. When driving on mountainous roads, motor vehicles should keep an appropriate distance from the edge of the road and choose a solid road in the middle of the road to avoid danger caused by soft roadbed collapse.

04

Chaotic parking of vehicles not only affects the normal passage of others, but also brings great safety hazards to road traffic. Traffic police remind drivers to consciously abide by vehicle parking regulations and not to park vehicles indiscriminately and affect road smoothness and safety. If you encounter traffic jams, wait patiently, obey the management and instructions of the traffic police, and pass in order. It is strictly prohibited to drive in the opposite direction or jam at will.

05

The phenomenon of "spring sleepiness" is prone to occur in spring. Drivers should maintain adequate sleep, concentrate when driving, open the windows to allow air circulation, and avoid fatigue driving; During the process, if "spring sleepiness" phenomena such as drowsiness, fatigue, lethargy, etc. occur, you must stop and rest in time.

06

Drinking alcohol can cause blurred vision, inaccurate judgment, decreased motor function, and slow reaction. Traffic police remind you that drunk driving harms others and yourself. For the safety and happiness of you and others, please do not drive after drinking or drink while driving.

07

When driving, you must always pay attention to the road conditions ahead, do not answer or make calls on mobile phones, check or send text messages, WeChat, or talk to people in the same car, and drive safely and civilly. When driving in bad weather, you must pay more attention, keep "slow" and "steady", pay attention to civility and courteousness, slow down in advance if there is a situation, and be careful not to change directions or brake suddenly.

08

Seat belts are life belts! Research shows that regular use of seat belts can reduce injuries by 40% in traffic accidents. Traffic police remind drivers to fasten their seat belts and remind passengers to use their seat belts and have a safe journey along the way!