Changing location means facing changes in: 

• Altitude.
• Humidity.
• Air, water and food-borne bacteria.
• Temperature fluctuations.

All of the above can expose you to health risks, as well as the existing dangers of South African roads.

Driving can prove to be overwhelming for most of us.

Many drivers admit to shouting or getting agitated behind the wheel every week, if not every day.

Drivers will find themselves sharing the road with: 

• Delivery vans.
• Heavy freight vehicles.
• Cargo trucks.
• Cash-in-transit vans.

• A well-serviced car
•  A spare tyre.
• Enough fuel in the tank.
• Car seats for toddlers and babies.
• Sufficient rest for long-distance trips across the country.
• A power bank or cables to charge electronics.
• Some loud music to keep you alert.
• A licensed driving partner.

• Regular pit stops at your nearest petrol station.
• Live GPS updates for the other passengers.
• Adequate food and emergency medication supplies.
• Antihistamines and allergy medication.
• Sunglasses to assist with harsh sunlight or day vision.
• Enough wet wipes and sanitiser.
• Spare cash stored safely in case of emergencies.
• Sunscreen to guard against sunburn in the car.

How to Deal with Motion Sickness

• The first tip is to decelerate your speed.
• Sit in the front of the car.
• Try and focus your gaze on a specific point or landmark ahead.
• Practice deep breathing.
• Open a car window or turn on the air conditioning.
• Keep a brown paper bag handy to use in case of breathing emergencies like panic or anxiety attacks.
• Motion sickness tablets can help if taken at least 30 minutes before travelling.
• Home remedies, such as ginger, are also effective in reducing nausea.

Learn More: Why Ginger is So Good for You