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Road safety tips for holidays
Automatically translated from French ·
Published on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 5:54 PM
During holidays, all road users must respect speed limits, maintain a safe distance, and take a break every two hours. Carry water to stay hydrated and help ensure safer traffic.
Drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists, and pedestrians all share the same goal on holiday roads: arriving safely and unharmed.
Safety measures to follow:
- Obey speed limits
- Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead
- Take a break every 2 hours
Bring water to stay hydrated during the journey.
👉 Together, let's be #WellPreparedWellProtected.
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