Travel - Road Trip Ten Things to Do Before You Drive Off
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Road trips are great fun for all. The freedom you feel being on the road, the camaraderie you feel with your car mates, and the simple joy you get from visiting places you’ve never seen before are all great things about being on a trip. Before you head out, though, there are a number of things you should consider.
First, look at the maps and plan your route carefully. Planning is the first good step, but researching those routes another part of this step. The research can help you decide if you need to plan a back up route. For example, if you intend to drive on a certain interstate for a long period of time, and that interstate is under extensive construction, it might be important to plan another route in case you need a quicker way that is not currently under construction. From there, you might jot down some notes about your route so that you are not trying to look at a large road map while driving. This can be both cumbersome and dangerous.
Second, make some guesses (educated ones) of travel times along your route. There are many new Internet websites that can help you do this. Estimating travel time can help you decide where you might be when so you have a better idea of when you’ll be able to stop for gas, to use the facilities, and when you’ll want to eat. You may want to plan your stops that involve food with major towns, as many of the rural towns across America do not have restaurants.
Third, have the mechanic check out your car. You want to be sure all of the belts, hoses, and fluid levels are within good driving parameters. It is also a good idea to have the oil changed. This can help to keep you from serious problems while you are on the road. Don’t wait until a few days before you leave for your trip to do this, because it can take some serious time to get the appointment, and if you do have a problem, it may take extra time to get things fixed. You may want to do a little driving around your town, too, to be sure that whatever the shop has fixed remains repaired. You’d hate to get stranded twelve miles into your trip.
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Fourth, be sure your car is prepared for the season you’ll be traveling in. For example, if you intend to visit a snowy region in the winter you may need snow chains and extra anti freeze in your car. If you intend to visit the desert in the summer, you air conditioning system may need more coolant fluid. It is important to take into account both the weather you will be driving in and the weather at your destination.
Fifth, if you have a wheel lock instead of a hubcap, be sure you know where your key is. A flat tire is one of the most common problems people encounter on the road. It can be impossible to change if you have a wheel lock and no key. It can be fairly standard maintenance ……
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