Driving to Your Holiday Destination? Here are some suggestions to help you on your journey
Pre-trip Vehicle Check List
Fuel
Tyre condition, tread & pressures (including the spare), don’t always rely on automatic sensors if you have them. Tread depth & tyre requirements differ in the winter.
Oil levels (engine, transmission, power steering)
Washer fluid
Coolant
Owner’s manual
Basic tools, jack & wrench for changing a wheel
Snow brush & lock de-icer in the winter
Breakdown recovery coverage phone numbers
Ensure all snow is cleared from vehicle before setting off (no we didn’t drive off with our truck looking like this)
Travel Kit
Jumper cables
Bottled water, energy bars, travel blankets etc
Medications for anyone who needs them
On the road
Ensure you leave plenty of time for your trip & allow for possible delays, check local travel advisories drivebc.comhttps://511.alberta.ca
If you feel tired, share the driving or stop for a rest.
Check you have your entertainment sorted before leaving, don’t try connecting that new Bluetooth device while on the move.
We have found informative and or funny podcasts are good to intersperse with music to help keep you alert. Our favourite is No Such Thing As A Fish
(no we didn’t drive off with our truck looking like this)