If you are planning to travel by road during the holidays, it is important to call our auto repair shop to schedule a pre-trip inspection first. You need your SUV, car, or truck to be safe and reliable throughout the drive. We can take a serious look at everything from the tires to the roof to make sure you can count on your vehicle. Let’s talk below about your trip and a pre-trip inspection.
Things to Do Before Your Trip
Aside from the vehicle inspection, there are things you can do before your trip to ensure that you have an excellent time. For example, take a good look at the initial route to your destination and plan an alternate route in case something goes wrong with the initial route.
Problems you should look for include inclement weather along the way, road construction, or highway or road closures. You want to make certain the route is open all the way to your destination. Also, the alternate route can get you moving again if the main route ends up closed.
Another thing to take into account is breaks. You, as the driver, need plenty of breaks throughout the day to get out of the car and move around. This keeps you alert, calm, and ready for any situation behind the wheel. It also allows you to get your blood circulating again.
Stopping at rest areas and roadside attractions do not just benefit you. They also benefit your family. Everyone will need to stretch their legs and use the restrooms. In fact, frequent stops allow you to drink plenty of water so you remain hydrated. Hydration improves moods and alertness.
The Pre-trip Inspection
If you have an excellent trip plan and alternate routes if you need them, you will get to and from your destination with minimal problems. Now, let’s talk about the pre-trip inspection for your automobile. Included in our pre-trip inspection is a
- Battery inspection and test
- Belt, hose, and fluid check
- Brake system inspection
- Diagnostic test
- Tire inspection
All of these things allow us to make certain that you do not break down during your trip because a belt broke or a tire blew out. We will inspect your automobile thoroughly to ensure you can count on its safety and reliability while you travel during the holidays.
We understand that this is the busiest time of the year, so call us to set up a pre-trip inspection so we can get you in and out of our shop quickly. We will check the vehicle for every potential problem.