Road Trip Tips

• Examine your tires. Switch your winter tiresfor summer or all-season tires.

• Check tire pressure. You’ll save on gas mileagewith properly-infated tires.

• Inspect your car. Get your car’s oil changedbefore going on your trip. Check the coolant/ antifreeze. Inspect belts and hoses. Test wiperblades and refll washer fuid. Check the car’sbattery; extreme weather can add strain onthe battery.

• Prepare an emergency kit for your car. Include:fashlight, fares, frst-aid kit, jumper cables, mat/blanket, extra clothes and gloves, papertowels, extra washer fuid, nonperishable food, water, and basic tools.

• Pack smart. Bring only what is necessary foryour trip. Pack food and snacks, and remember the camera!

• Load smart. Don’t pack the back of yourvehicle so it obstructs your view. Put items you’ll need along the way at the top of the pile.

• Avoid fatigue. Get a good night’s rest. Bewary of cafeine; a cofee buzz is followed by alull. Switch drivers every few hours. Stop ofen; this helps lower freeway fatigue.

• Tow with safety in mind. Keep it slow andsmooth. If you’re new to towing, don’t do it until you’ve educated yourself onproper technique.

• Take the scenic route. Have some fun onyour trip!

• Be nice. Use your signals. Let faster driverspass. Don’t tailgate. Be patient with trucksand larger vehicles.

• Protect Your Finances. Visit the Credit Unionand purchase traveler’s checks. Carry a checkcard; it’s safer than cash. Apply for one a fewweeks before your vacation.

Following these tips will help minimize travel hassle and maximize vacation fun!
*Source: edmunds.com

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