How to get your car ready for a road trip
The long awaited vacation is finally coming up and we are sure you don’t want any car inconvenience along the way. There is definitively nothing worse than needing emergency roadside assistance during a time that is supposed to be fun and enjoyable.
Luckly, there are many easy things that you can work on before your trip to make sure that there will be no inconveniences.
Check Your Car Battery
Is your car starting just fine or does it seem to need a little extra push? If that’s the case, you will want to have your battery tested to not have it die on you while you are far away from home.
Additionally, run a visual inspection on the battery for any sign of corrosion. If you find any, we recommend to disconnect and clean the batter appropriately.
Check Your Tire Wear and Tear
You should always travel with safe tires. Change your tires if they are in poor conditions or you might need to have to call roadside assistance during your trip.
There are many ways to check if your tires are in good shape, and you can do it right from the convenience of your home. Check out our blog to find out more about checking the wear and tear status of your tires.
You should also check your tire pressure and adjust it if needed.
Refill All Fluids and Check Your Lights
Engine oil, power steering and transmission fluids should always be checked prior to a road trip for both your and your car’s safety. Failing to do so might result in an expensive repair and additional costs related to requesting roadside assistance.
Additionally, you should make sure your lights are working properly. It would be very dangerous to not be able to properly signal your intentions on the road or, even worse, driving at night with limited visibility.