Driving for road trips in the summer needs to be worry-free and smooth sailing to afford maximum fun
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Summer tires should be in place, if not, go get it done. A pound of air pressure disappears from a standard tire each month be smart and check those on your tires. Proper tire inflation is critical to achieving the best possible contact between the tire and the road and avoiding blowouts and tread separation.
The fluids need to be checked too. Drive out only when you have had the car oil changed. Vehicle manufacturers list oil recommendations in the owner manual so consult yours. It is also good to check the radiator specifically the coolant anti freeze mixture in it. A 50 to 50 coolant to water ratio is the ideal for achieving optimized thermal regulation in both summer and wintry weathers.
Gauge the condition of the rest of the car. Mechanics will determine whether the car hoses and belts are fine. The lifespan of a typical wiper blade is one year so go see if yours is still performing efficiently. Car batteries a little over three years old need to be brought to a certified auto shop so they can be tested. Share:
Include emergency paraphernalia in the vehicle. Keep jumper cables along with first aid kits and flares or flashlights someplace secure in the trunk together with a blanket for covering clothes in case you have to change the tires. Make sure there are basic repair tools like hatchets or screwdrivers and pliers in your car and remember to pack food and clothing extras and even washer fluid as well as water.
Most people cram practically everything they can in the car when heading out for a road trip from coolers to CDs to suitcases and pillows. Remember to take only what is essential. Do you have to bring shampoo when it will be provided by your hotel? Washing machines are available at your travel destination so taking 14 pairs of shorts is really too much.
Never pack the items you decided to take along so high they block your external vision. If possible even out your load from side to side and if you are hauling something in a pick up or SUV, try to keep the heaviest items as close to the center of the vehicle as possible for optimal handling.
Driving while feeling dopy is a top cause of road mishaps. Try to get as much shuteye as you can the night before spending hours behind the wheel. The caffeine in coffee energizes you for a while but it soon goes away leaving you almost sluggish. Make frequent stopovers and if someone else can switch with you and drive each hour do it. Some people complain about having small bladders but frequent bathroom small stops actually help lower the risk of freeway fatigue.
Road rage is a common occurrence on the interstate and it is often the result of shortened fuses and exhaustion from the long drive. Word to the wise keep your cool. Use your signals, let faster drivers pass and don't tailgate. If people were just a little nicer to each other then road rage would be a distant memory. These travel tips will undoubtedly help when it comes time to pull out the driveway for the ultimate summer road trip.