How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Long Road Trips
There are few things more taxing on a vehicle than a long road trip. Because of this, it’s important for vehicle owners in Tacoma, WA to prepare their vehicle adequately for the open road. Wondering how to prepare your vehicle for long road trips? Below, we’ve put together a list of recommendations for vehicle preparation before embarking on a long trip with your vehicle of choice.
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The first thing drivers should do when preparing their vehicle for a long trip is make sure that it’s been taking in for all its recommended maintenance service appointments. Drivers who want to learn more about their vehicle’s maintenance can find a detailed schedule in their vehicle’s owner’s manual. Services that drivers will want to make sure they’ve gone in for prior to a long trip include:
- Filter and Oil Changes
- Battery & Spark Plug Check
- Tire Pressure & Tread Condition Check
- Coolant & Radiator Flush
- Brake Fluid Check
Items to Bring With You on a Long Road Trip:
- Food & Bottled Water
- Flashlight with Spare Batteries
- Emergency Roadside Flares
- Spare Tire
- First Aid Kit
- Car Phone Charger
- Jumper Cables
- Garbage Bag
- Blankets/Sleeping Bag
- UV Window Shades
Drivers who are shopping around for their next vehicle in the Tacoma, WA area can find several models in stock at Motors Northwest, located at 7007 South Tacoma Way. See a model in our inventory that catches your attention? Schedule a test drive with a model of your choice today. We also offer online pre-approval for financing.
