So you've decided to take your better half and the kids along with you and you're planning for a road trip - the ultimate All-American family bonding experience. Needless to say, you will have to expect a lot of other families (and drunken groups of friends, teens included) joining you on the road and enjoying that long-distance getaway from it all.
You would need ample time to prepare for your trip if you are planning a holiday getaway. You and your companions will enjoy your trip if everything is planned properly. There are many driving tips to consider before making such a tip, but here are just eight of the best.
Keep your car well maintained. Make sure your vehicle is up to date on its maintenance schedule, and be sure to check the battery and tires.
You must know where you're headed to. Call ahead for proper and safe directions to get you to your destination safely and have maps of the area on hand to help you navigate once you are off the main road. Maintain a clear state of mind and be prepared before your trip and even the most precarious driving situation will not throw you off your focus.
Always stay focused. You may not believe it, but there are a lot of drivers who cause accidents because they aren't paying attention. Expect to have a safe and enjoyable summer road trip if you do your planning well and maintain focus at all times.
Exercise discretion when using your cell phone. But don't leave the mobile at home, because your cell phone could give you easy access to AAA or other services in case of emergencies. Keep your phone within easy reach and get to know its features. Use it responsibly, though. Studies indicate an increase in accidents due to the driver talking on the phone or texting while behind the wheel.
Keep your seat belts buckled. Some states may not have any laws mandating vehicle occupants to wear seat belts, but you always want to be on the safe side at all times.
Keep your vehicle protected from theft. Make those no-good car thieves pay for even thinking of stealing your vehicle by installing security devices such as steering wheel locks, electronic tracking and auto-disabling switches to turn off your ignition.
What to do in an accident. If you get into an accident, it is important to take immediate action to protect both your car and the vehicle's occupants. Stop immediately and make sure your car is not blocking traffic. To avoid the chances of a catastrophic accident, turn off your car. Warn oncoming cars using road flares or orange triangle reflectors. Once everybody is safe, meaning you and your family, pull out your cell phone and call AAA, then your insurance provider.
Make sure your auto insurance is up to date. Even if you're going on that much-awaited family road trip, you shouldn't even be thinking of going if your insurance has not been updated. If you haven't any insurance yet, then we suggest consulting with an independent broker who can give you personalized service and knowledgeable pre-travel advice.
Keep you and your family safe on your next road trip by being judgmatic.
You would need ample time to prepare for your trip if you are planning a holiday getaway. You and your companions will enjoy your trip if everything is planned properly. There are many driving tips to consider before making such a tip, but here are just eight of the best.
Keep your car well maintained. Make sure your vehicle is up to date on its maintenance schedule, and be sure to check the battery and tires.
You must know where you're headed to. Call ahead for proper and safe directions to get you to your destination safely and have maps of the area on hand to help you navigate once you are off the main road. Maintain a clear state of mind and be prepared before your trip and even the most precarious driving situation will not throw you off your focus.
Always stay focused. You may not believe it, but there are a lot of drivers who cause accidents because they aren't paying attention. Expect to have a safe and enjoyable summer road trip if you do your planning well and maintain focus at all times.
Exercise discretion when using your cell phone. But don't leave the mobile at home, because your cell phone could give you easy access to AAA or other services in case of emergencies. Keep your phone within easy reach and get to know its features. Use it responsibly, though. Studies indicate an increase in accidents due to the driver talking on the phone or texting while behind the wheel.
Keep your seat belts buckled. Some states may not have any laws mandating vehicle occupants to wear seat belts, but you always want to be on the safe side at all times.
Keep your vehicle protected from theft. Make those no-good car thieves pay for even thinking of stealing your vehicle by installing security devices such as steering wheel locks, electronic tracking and auto-disabling switches to turn off your ignition.
What to do in an accident. If you get into an accident, it is important to take immediate action to protect both your car and the vehicle's occupants. Stop immediately and make sure your car is not blocking traffic. To avoid the chances of a catastrophic accident, turn off your car. Warn oncoming cars using road flares or orange triangle reflectors. Once everybody is safe, meaning you and your family, pull out your cell phone and call AAA, then your insurance provider.
Make sure your auto insurance is up to date. Even if you're going on that much-awaited family road trip, you shouldn't even be thinking of going if your insurance has not been updated. If you haven't any insurance yet, then we suggest consulting with an independent broker who can give you personalized service and knowledgeable pre-travel advice.
Keep you and your family safe on your next road trip by being judgmatic.
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