As a family man, you
might be looking for some fun destinations to head with your loved ones this
summer which don’t cost the earth. There are a lot of different choices when it
comes to a British getaway, and one popular choice is to hop behind the wheel
and head for a road trip.
Today we want to
focus on this idea for a summer holiday, so it’s time to head to Hilton CarSupermarket, find a great car and start to prepare it for your road trip with
these easy steps.
Car Checks
There are always
several checks you need to carry out on the car if you are looking to head for
a long journey. The day before you head on your trip, you should perform the
following safety checks:
Oil - The oil level
in your car is important because it lubricates moving parts and allows the car
to work effortlessly on the road. Always check the oil level because if it is
too low your car may break down. You can check oil by using the dipstick under
the bonnet.
Coolant - If you plan
to head out during the summer, it is especially important for you to check the
level of coolant in the car. This will stop the car from overheating on the
road.
Tyre pressure and
tread depth - The tyres are an important part of the car and before a long
journey it is important for you to think about the pressure and tread depth.
Inflate the tyres to the level mentioned in your manufacturer’s guide, and
ensure that the tread is above 1.6mm thick.
Lights - The lights
might be something you don’t consider when performing car checks however they
are an important thing to check. The last thing you want when out on the road
is to experience your lightbulb breaking. Check every light and also make sure
that you take a lightbulb set with you just incase.
Breakdown & Insurance cover
If you don’t have
breakdown cover for your car already, it is important that you take the time to
set this up before you go for a road trip, it is important for you to do this
to give you peace of mind when out and about that you will be protected.
If you are renting a car abroad when travelling then make sure you look at securing care hire excess insurance, instead of booking directly with the car rental company, as you could save a good chunk of money.
Road Trip Essentials
When heading out for
a family holiday in the car there are a lot of items you should bring along
with you for the ride. Here are some of the most important things you should
bring with you in the car:
Important documents -
always take your driving license, manufacturers guide, and a list of phone
numbers for repairs with you when on the road.
Sat-nav - Most of the
time when you head for a road trip you will have a destination in mind, but
this doesn’t mean you won’t make a few detours along the way. Having a sat-nav
and a paper map in the car will ensure you don’t get lost and you can make the
most of the trip.
Loose change -
Remember there is always a chance that you could face a toll bridge on your
journey. Keep some loose change in the car ready for this if it does
happen.
First-aid kit - When
on holiday with the family, there is likely to be times when you end up
cleaning scraped knees. Also bring along some paracetamol as well as
anti-histamine in case any of the family is bitten by a bug.
Torch - There might
be times during your trip when you head out in the dark and end up getting a
bit lost. Bring a torch in case you have to go and look for help and this will
make a big difference to you all.
Now it’s time to pack
up the boot, extreme Tetras style, and enjoy your trip with the family!
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