by Holly Tribe
Caravanners heading off on their summer holidays will be able to get their outfits checked over this Friday at Strensham Services on the M5.
The Central Motorway Police Group (CMPG) has teamed up with experts from the Caravan Club and the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) who will have experts available to offer safety advice and guidance.
The summer months bring with them a history of increased caravan related road accidents as families take to the roads over the school holidays.
The initiative has been set up to combat accidents that may be easily avoided; an incorrectly loaded trailer or un-roadworthy tyres are easily picked out by the trained eye.
CMPG Sergeant David Caswell told the Coventry Telegraph: “These operations give us an opportunity to meet drivers to share information about safer towing and ensure that vehicles are roadworthy. Our aim is for every family to reach their holiday destination safely.”
He added: “I would urge anyone towing a caravan to take advantage of this initiative. The advice we give can help eliminate potentially hazardous issues and have a positive impact on reducing the number of collisions involving caravans.”
Tourers passing along the M5 on Friday 30th July are welcome to stop in at Strensham services between 9.30am and 5.30pm.
