Photo: A terrible reality on the road – a lighthouse attached with a wooden pin and a broken suspension

To encourage drivers to take daily care of the technical condition of their vehicle and to remind that each driver is responsible for the safety of its vehicles in circulation, the CSDD launches the "We Are For A Safe Car!

"One of the safest safety guarantees is a safe car, but unfortunately there are drivers who do not realize the gravity of the situation on the road or are just superficial on both their vehicle and on their lives Jānis Liepiņš, inspector of vehicle inspection and certification of the CSDD

"Spoiled tires and completely worn treads, broken holes in bodies and parts, intrusive suspensions – of inspection and from the roadside inspection saw, Even more scary are the drivers who make various "creative improvements", trying to eliminate the problems encountered.For example, the wooden pins are blocked by a tank. gasoline drowning or the rusty and standing exhaust pipe turnbuckles are attached to the pins, "Li Ephemer

The expert points out that the participation of these vehicles in the circu lation is a time bomb. An accident can occur at a time when it is necessary to react quickly to an unexpected situation that can have tragic consequences for other road users.

On average, each inspection of road vehicles reveals more or less significant damage. related to the operation of the braking system and suspension, as well as to non-compliant lights. According to the technical inspection data of the CSDD, on average, 13 vehicles are prohibited to daytime traffic, of which 62% have problems with the braking system.

The CSDD calls a responsible and wise driver to follow their vehicle in everyday life. not just before the technical inspection! Failure to take the most basic safety measures can have tragic consequences.

Everyone can take care of simple safety checks: make sure the car lights are set and do not ignore the anti-vehicle; make sure that the lights in the car are clear and activated; Take a look at the road before continuing, or there is no oil, fuel or other liquid under the car; Careful examination of the tires, that they are suitable for driving – not cracked, deformed or worn; without waiting for precipitation, check if the windshield wipers ensure visibility; tire pressure test with reference to the car sticker or the car user manual; If there is something to catch or applaud, go to your masters!

According to the European Commission, about 10% of accidents are caused by a bad vehicle condition.

Nearly half of drivers repair their cars before or after, according to the Direction de la sécurité routière (CSDD).

According to CSDD, 55% of vehicles are the subject of a technical inspection for the first time. This leads us to conclude that much of the vehicles that participate in road traffic daily have significant or damaging damages.

Road Safety Campaign "We are for a safe car! organized by CSDD.