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THE Transport Accident Commission (TAC) is urging motorists to avoid driving tired these school holidays, as the number of lives lost on the state’s roads continues to climb.

TAC chief executive officer Tracey Slatter reminded Victorians to plan ahead before taking to the road during the holiday period, which started last week.

So far this year, 211 lives have been lost on Victorian roads – nine more than the same time last year – with 112 of those fatalities happening on regional roads.

The TAC is reminding motorists to slow down, take breaks, avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, wear a seatbelt and put their phone away.

There will be a particular focus on tired driving as Victorians plan road trips across the state to make the most of warmer s

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