Due to the hustle and bustle we might overlook safety essentials when on the go.
BLOWBAGETS is a simple and easy to remember acronym that sums up the things you should check before you leave to keep. Here's a rundown are the 10 thngs you neeed To check before you drive:

Brakes

-Make sure to check the level of your brake fluids
-Another important component is to check your brake pads
-Make sure your handbrake is working correctly

Lights

Have the mechanic check whether your headlights and tail lights are functioning fully

Oil

-Check your engine oil weekly when the car is warm and on level ground
-Also look out for oil leaks before and after your ride

Water

-Always check the radiator if there is enough water
-Make sure your windscreen wiper has reservoir has enough fluids
-Store emergency water in your car

Battery

-Make sure to conduct a battery health check regularly.
-Adopt good battery health habits

Air

-Check your air filter to make sure motor operates.
-Hold your filter under the sunlight, if light come through, the filter is in good ccondition, otherwise replace or clean.

Gas

-Regularly check your fuel gauge especially before starting.
-Make sure your fuel tank is filled enough to avoid being stranded and traffic jams

Engine

- Check the vehicles fluids. Fluids are one of the most efficient indicators of the condition of an engine.
- Look for leaks. Leaks are qa sign that something is amiss with the vehicle or engine.


Tires

-Check your tire pressure from time to time
-Inspect your tires for any damage or conditions that would warrant their replacement.
-Look at the thread and sidewalls for any cuts, scrapes, punctures, bulges, bumps or cracks

Self
- Be sure to be physically and mentally ready before your daily rides
- Never text while driving
- Don't drink and drive.
- Be mindful of other motorists around you



BLOWBAGETS remembering this simple acronym is crucial to your road safety: B -Brakes, L -Lights, O- Oil,  W - Water, B- Battery, A - Air, G - Gas, E - Engine, T - Tires &  S - Self. Drive safely!