Club Torrevieja’s Driver Awareness Program

Follow our simple, common sense , words of advice and don’t become a victim this summer.

With the busy tourist season just around the corner, it’s always good to remind ourselves of how to best stay safe and secure no matter where you are driving your car.

DRIVING – PARKING -
•    Lock your doors and boot when driving or leaving your car unattended
•    Don't leave handbags in the front or back seats within view
•    Put all valuables and shopping in the boot
•    Never leave ignition keys in the car at petrol stations or to run into a shop
•    Never leave the engine running and then exit the car
•    At night, park your car under a street light or in a locked garage
•    When you park in a car park, try to choose one with an attendant, or/and one that is well lit and covered by CCTV
•    Never leave behind your mobile phone or Sat Nav in the car. Always take it with you.
•    Only open windows half way if someone asks you to open the window, to stop them reaching inside the car
•    Do not keep your car documents in the glove box. It's the first place that thieves will look
•    At home, always make sure your car keys are kept out of sight, such as in a discreet cupboard or drawer. Somewhere that a thief shall not find them easily.
•    On a long journey, make sure someone knows the route you are taking, they are aware of the time when you expect to leave and when you expect to arrive
•    Try to avoid driving or parking on badly lit or quiet roads
•    Never, leave cash, credit cards, mobile phones, vehicle documents or other valuables in the vehicle. If this is unavoidable, make sure they are well hidden before you begin your journey - thieves often watch you parking.
•    At motorway service stations, park your car where you can keep an eye on it from the cafe
•    If detachable, always take the radio faceplate with you
•    If using a remote wireless  central locking system, always double check that the doors have locked by trying one of them before leaving your car unattended.
•    Report all thefts or lost items to the Police.

For more information on staying safe this summer and enjoying driving and riding in Spain, visit the Club Torrevieja Classics and Specialists Cars website at www.ClubTorrevieja.com.

Keith Nicol
Club Torrevieja Classics and Specialists Cars

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