6 safety recommendations for long car trips

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They come the holidays and with them, the varied plans to enjoy the holidays. Many ideas come to mind, many families prefer the comfort of their homes to spend summer holidays with family. How ever, many other and much choose to leave the city either to visit places where they can spend moments of amusement or to visit relatives in distant cities with whom to share the holidays. Whatever be the choice, traffic and competition on the roads increases, drivers who often take hours and hours on the road, a mixture that has so far brought a tragic accident balance.

If you are thinking of leaving and take advantage of free days to enjoy a trip to a faraway place, be sure before taking all precautions. Do not miss the notion of security for all the emotion we feel in these festivities. Take a few time to complete all the safety measures that the occasion calls before you leave, so your trip will be more enjoyable and, above all, safe. Then we will offer six safety testament can, and should, be completed before starting the engine of your vehicle and prepare to spend wonderful holidays.

1. Check the proper mechanical operation of your car. You must not drive off without first make decidedly your car is in perfect mechanical condition. Think about it, the trips are long and some roads are far from any kind of help, a malfunction in the middle of nowhere could be terrible for you and your companions. Check the operation of the motor (If possible take your car to a mechanic for an overall review in advance) checking the tire pressure, clean windshield device , oil level, and try to review these components in your vehicle during the course Journey in periodic stops.

2. Plan, verify and study the routes of the trip. Nothing gives you peace of mind that perfectly know a place, a region or, in this case, a road. Before setting off, take the time to verify the way, the encirclement areas and some references of interest, such as climate, relevant news in cities where it will transit, have placed the police or aid agencies.

3. For long routes, avoid traveling alone. Always you need someone to lend him support in events necessary, but most of all somebody to arrow responsibility for driving the car. Therefore, make sure that at least one of his companions are a trained driver and take turns with that person hours behind the wheel.

4. Do a "check" of the security elements that must never be missing before leaving. Namely: Everyone should have the seat belt, the first aid kit should be complete and within the vehicle, the fire extinguisher must be operational and still in force, and finally all power tools should be in their respective places (keys tongs or pliers, flashlights, etc.)

5. Entertainment for your children. If you plan to travel with your family and have young children, plus secure in the back seat with the respective special chairs for children their age security, be sure to pack some items with which they can amuse and entertain. If they get bored, they'll probably try to get their attention at times where you should be completely focused only on what is in front and around you on the road.

6. Do not be distracted. It is elementary that you stay focused on one drive. Do not eat, much less talk on the phone while driving. Long trips on the roads are full of drivers who, like you, take a few hours driving and tiredness of some of them added to their distraction could start tragedy.

Now you know, enjoy your holiday, but I do always taking all the security measures necessary for their journey and return is pleasant and peaceful. Are you planning a long trip for the upcoming holidays? Feel free to share with us their views and comments section below.

by : Esam Pim

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