Labor day, the unofficial end of summer driving season, is just a few days away. Millions of us took the “Great American Road Trip” this summer, and many of us will head out for one last road trip before the lazy days of summer fade away. The busy holiday season quickly follows Labor Day and many of us will travel to visit family. Before hitting the road, and especially if you have already put some wear on your car this summer, make sure you follow a couple of quick tips to make sure you and your vehicle are ready to go.
Preventative Maintenance
Making sure your vehicle is in good working order is a must before any road trip. Before you head out make sure that basic maintenance tasks are up to date. Refer to your vehicle’s owners-manual for basic guidelines on checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and tread depth. Follow the guidelines for having your engine oil changed; if you have a professional do it they can check your tires at the same time. Additionally, make sure your spare (if your car has one) is in good condition. If your car doesn’t have a spare (many newer cars do not) following the next step is even more important.
Prepare for the Unexpected
Unexpected emergencies often arise while traveling. Preparing in advance will save you time, money, and stress. Mechanical breakdowns, lock outs, lost keys, and accidents are all common vehicle emergencies people run into while traveling. Purchasing a roadside assistance plan ensures that you have help when you need it.
Emergency roadside assistance plans can eliminate costly tows and cover expenses for lost keys or lockouts, running out of gas, and dead batteries. Purchasing a plan through Best Roadside Service includes benefits such as fluid top offs, fuel delivery, flat tire service, and lost key and lockout service. Additionally, with a quick call to an emergency hotline all your service provider needs can be located in one place, and with the right plan fast response times will eliminate wait time. One call to Best Roadside Service will have help on the way quickly with an average response time of just 34 minutes.
Roadside assistance plans can provide more than just emergency services. Plans from Best Roadside Service offer discounts on car repairs and maintenance through national retailers including, Meineke, Aamco, and Jiffy Lube. Plans also include; Travel Concierge services to help plan your next trip and VIP discounts including savings and free upgrades at nationally known rental car companies Enterprise, National, and Thrifty.
Before heading out for any road trip making sure your and your vehicle are ready is essential. It’s also important to make sure that you take care of your vehicle after returning from a road trip. By performing a few quick preventative maintenance tasks and preparing for the unexpected you can make sure that you won’t wind up stranded during this trip or the next.