Before embarking on your Christmas holiday trip, you’ll have to ensure your car is in perfect condition. We have gathered a list of vital tips to ensure you remain safe on the roads.
Check Your Car Tyres
It’s vital to check your car tyres for any bulges or tears in the side wall. The tyre should have a decent amount of tread left. Ensure the correct tyre pressure is maintained as mentioned on the tyre placard, typically placed on the driver’s door jam. Make sure to put a few extra PSI into your vehicle for long drives.
Service Your Car Before Going On A Long Trip
When you get your car serviced, your auto mechanic will ensure your car is in perfect working condition & ready to take on any road, including long-distance driving.
Check Your Car’s Battery
You can check your car’s battery to ensure it’s robust & has clean terminals. If you need help with how to do it, bring your car to us, & we’ll perform a free battery check-up.
Inspect Your Vehicle Lights & Indicators
Ask your spouse or a friend to stand outside the car to inspect your car’s brake lights, headlights, high beams, & indicators are all working perfectly.
Clean Your Vehicle’s Windscreen
An essential but significant tip is ensuring your windscreen is clean inside & outside. It is paramount if you’ll be driving in wet or dusty conditions or low light
Acquaint Yourself With Your Car’s Cruise Control
You can make your long drive more relaxing & safer by using cruise control.
Check Your Vehicle’s Fluids
Make sure to top up all your vehicle fluids, including coolants, engine oil, water, transmission, power steering & brakes.
Stay Watchful
It is essential to have a good night’s sleep the night before. It would help if you took multiple breaks throughout your journey to remain fresh & energised. A significant contributor to highway accidents is due to fatigue & sleepiness.
Plan for Adverse Scenarios
Prepare yourself well enough to handle even the worst scenario. Take a map or GPS with you, so you can always find a way & reach your destination. Pack the emergency basics, including:
- Tyre changing kit
- Jumper cables
- Plenty of water
- Torch
- A thick cloth
- Matches or lighter
- And a first aid kit
If you’re moving into more remote places where there is no mobile phone connectivity, consider carrying along a personal locator beacon to send a distress signal to emergency services if something goes wrong & you require urgent help. Furthermore, carry along food supplies & adequate sleeping bags or blankets – even if you were stranded in your broken car, you could still stay cosy overnight.
Take Time & Enjoy Your Trip
Drive calmly & patiently, & never be in a hurry; instead, give prominence to your & your family’s safety. Drive considering the conditions, & slow down on gravel or wet roads. Drive carefully & remain safe.
Do you want to buy car tyres in Sydney? Reach out to Eagle Tyres’ online store or drive straight to our Granville, Sydney store to fit premium quality replacement tyres for your vehicle.
