GEORGE NEWS - Just as we all need our health checks annually, it is a good idea to have your vehicle checked before departing on a long trip.
The George Municipal Vehicle Testing Station will be open on 3, 4 and 5 January 2022 (08:30 -15:30), for a free 10-point check of your vehicle.
Bring your vehicle to the testing station on the corner of Hibernia and Stasie streets, next to the licencing department, on the dates listed above and please note the policy will be first come first served.
The 10-point inspection includes:
• Identification of vehicle
• Lights
• Equipment and body structure
• Braking systems
• Wheels and tyres
• Suspension and undercarriage
• Steering
• Oil leaks
• Exhaust system
• Transmission
The full inspection will take approximately 10 minutes and you will be free to go with a clean bill of health - or know that something needs to be repaired before you take on that long drive.
Safety is our first priority - make use of the opportunity to ensure you and your family travel safely this festive season.
Safety tips
- Check that vehicle is roadworthy before you start your journey.
- Carry the basic equipment and tools you may need in case of breakdown on the road.
- Have enough rest before you start your journey and have a rest every two hours.
- Adhere to all road signs and rules of the road.
- Maintain a safe following distance.
- Adhere to and stay within the speed limits
- Follow instructions that are given by Law enforcement or Traffic Officials
- No overloading of passengers because it affects the braking system of the vehicle
- Have the necessary contact numbers in case of emergency
- Be patient towards other road users
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