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Road trips can be a great way to bond with family and friends. Above all, when you plan a road trip you want to make sure everyone has a safe, enjoyable time. Read ahead to see how you can guarantee a safe road trip with these 10 tips.

1. Make Sure Your Vehicle is in Top Condition

Nothing can spoil a road trip quicker than car trouble when you are miles away from home. Take your vehicle in for a tune up prior to leaving.

A certified mechanic should check the battery life, tires, lights, belts, and fluids to guarantee a trouble free trip. If you are traveling on an RV or boat, you should also have these vehicles checked as well.

If you are driving a rental vehicle, make sure you become familiar with the controls and feel of the vehicle before setting off on your adventure on your adventure especially if you are about to drive on large vehicles like RV’s or Fifth Wheel Trailers.

2. Pack Emergency Items

It is a good idea to make a habit out of having an emergency kit in your vehicle at all times; not just for road trips. An emergency kit should include:
Water, food, Fire Extinguisher, Tow strap or tow rope, blankets, a first aid kit, flashlights, Jumper cables,  and flares.
Additionally, you should always have your cell phone fully charged and within reach when you are traveling.

3. Equip Your Vehicle with Safety Features

For optimal road trip safety, cameras on your car give you the added protection of seeing what is behind you, assisting you with parking, and ensuring safe lane changes on busy highways. On road trips, you are often times traveling roads and cities that are unfamiliar to you. Having cameras surrounding your vehicle is just one extra safety precaution that will get you safely to your destination.

Tadi Brothers offer many different options when it comes to backup cameras and car electronics. Products such as the 7” Mirror with Bluetooth License Plate Backup Camera keep you connected to friends and family while monitoring your surroundings.

4. Know Your Route

While no one ever plans to get lost when they go on a road trip, it unfortunately happens. Be as prepared as possible before you set off on your adventure and preview the route you will be taking. You can do this by using a number of maps on the Internet or viewing the planned route on your GPS.

When you do leave for your trip make sure that you have a GPS system as well as a paper map to track your whereabouts in case of something malfunctions with any of your electronic equipment.

5. Stay Alert!

When you plan a road trip you should allow time for necessary stops.
Driving has a tendency to make people sleepy, and many accidents are caused by people falling asleep at the wheel.
Get a full night’s sleep the night before you leave for the trip and eat a healthy breakfast.

During your road trip, stop frequently to walk around and stretch your legs to prevent the hypnotic effect driving can have on both your body and mind.
Eat snacks and meals throughout your drive to properly fuel your body.
Try to switch drivers every so often if possible.

6. Listen for Traffic and Emergency Reports

Many cities, especially large metropolises, have special radio stations that will report traffic, weather, and construction information. These stations are very valuable and can help you avoid areas that will delay your trip. It will also let you know if you need to be on guard for any special circumstances that may arise on your travel route.

Some Useful Links:
National Traffic and Road Closure Information

 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

7. Follow the Road Rules

While you may be in a hurry to get to your final destination your road trip safety depends on following the driving laws. First and foremost, each and every person in the vehicle should be wearing a safety belt at all times. Ten of thousands of people die each year in vehicle collisions, and some fatalities could have been prevented by the simple use of a seatbelt.

When you are driving, following the posted speeds is also in your best interest. When in doubt, or if you come to a confusing area, yield to other vehicles and move slowly.

8. Be Aware of Your Surroundings

Traveling into unknown cities can pose some threats. Before you leave, briefly research the towns you will be passing through. Take into account the crime rate and other pertinent information that may concern you. Knowing your whereabouts is your first line of defense!

If you feel uncomfortable with where you are, trust your gut. Only stop in brightly lit areas with other people around.

9. Don’t Broadcast You Will Be Leaving

When you plan a road trip you may be so excited to depart on your trip that you feel like telling the whole world through social media, it is best to fight that urge and wait to talk about your trip until you get back. When you advertise that you will be gone for a lengthy period of time, you are also letting everyone know that no one will be at your home. This allows thieves easy access to your belongings when they know you will not be home.

10. Have Fun

Don’t stress about the small stuff. Chances are that not everything will go perfectly, but that doesn’t mean that you have to let it ruin your entire trip. In most cases, if something goes wrong it is best to remain calm and deal with the situation at hand. If you have followed the previous tips, you will be prepared to handle almost any situation that arises.

When you follow these road trip safety tips, chances are your adventure will be nothing but fun! Enjoy making the memories that will last a lifetime.

Tadi Brothers is happy to assist in equipping your car with any electronics and backup cameras that you may need to create your safest trip. We are so sure you will love our products that we offer a 100% 30 day money back guarantee.

Shop Tadi Brothers today and start planning the road trip of a lifetime!