You can tell summer is just around the corner when Victoria Day comes along. The may long weekend symbolizes a time to take in the nice weather, enjoy time with family and kick off those summer plans you’ve been looking forward to.
With all the excitement the weekend brings, it also comes with busier roads and more roadside workers assisting drivers and helping keep traffic moving safely. Long weekends are some of the busiest travel times of the year, our team at CAA Niagara wants to share a few simple and essential safety tips to help everyone enjoy the holiday weekend safely.
The easiest way to avoid the stress of getting to your destination on time is by leaving a little earlier than expected. Even 30 minutes minutes can make a real difference, helping you avoid the time restraints that can lead to increased stress while driving. This leaves plenty of leeway for any road delays that should be expected all weekend long.
Long weekend road trips are full of distractions. The roar of children in the backseat, GPS stress and even the excitement of getting to your long-awaited weekend plans keeping your mind occupied instead of the road ahead. Here’s a few quick tricks to help you stay aware on the road:
Heavy traffic can be frustrating, but speeding or weaving through traffic only increases the risk of collisions. Head into your trip with the expectation of delays and stay levelheaded on your route. Remember to maintain a safe following distance, let the impatient drivers pass, and focus on arriving safely and stress-free.
Busier roads mean more roadside workers and assistance vehicles out there keeping things moving. When you spot flashing lights on the shoulder, whether it's a tow truck, emergency vehicle or service crew— make sure to slow down and move over when it’s safe to do so. It's a small action that makes a big difference.
The May long weekend is always one that is long awaited and never disapoints. From our CAA Niagara team, we hope yours is filled with warm weather, great company and safe travels. Make sure to look out for one another, drive safely and enjoy every moment!