02/07/2026
☀️ Hot weather reminder for all drivers! 🚗
We all hope it never happens, but breaking down in the heat can quickly become more than just an inconvenience.
Whether you’re heading to work, taking the family out, or setting off on a long journey, having a few essential items in your car could make a huge difference while you wait for recovery.
💧 A few bottles of water
🦺 High-visibility vest
📱 Phone charger or power bank
🩹 First aid kit
🧢 Hat & sunscreen
🍫 Snacks
🔦 Torch
🔺 Warning triangle (where appropriate)
These simple items don’t take up much room, but they can help keep you safe, comfortable and visible until help arrives.
It’s always better to have them and not need them, than need them and not have them.
Stay safe this summer, check your car before long journeys, and remember… preparation is part of being a good driver. 👍
Steve Harris School of Motoring 🚗💙
