Are You Traveling This Holiday Season??? Here's a Checklist to Help Make Traveling Safer...

Bring Travel Tools

It is always smart to stick your vehicle with a first-aid kit, flashlight, blanket, umbrella, phone charger, and some snacks. Being stranded on the side of the road can very taxing on you and your passengers. Also, ensure that your spare tire is fully inflated and that you have the proper tools to change out a blown tire.

Tires

Your tires are the backbone of your vehicle and they need to be monitored as their lifespan decreases. Look for worn-down tread, metal showing through the rubber, cracks, and cuts, and any debris that might be lodged in the tire.

Engine Fluids

Your engine needs clean oil, coolant, and transmission fluid to run properly and maintain maximum performance. Make sure to check all fluid levels before hitting the road and make sure your oil change is up to date. Newer cars that take synthetic oil can run 10,000 miles before needing an oil change. Older models will need to be changed every 3000-5000 miles.

Brakes & Brake Fluid

Nothing can cause an accident quicker than bad brakes and depleted brake pad fluid. Get your brakes and their fluid checked before a long trip and test your brakes capacity on a quick errand around your home.

Travel Safe

Last but not least, remember to travel safely once out on the open road. Maintain the speed limit, use turn signals when changing lanes, look out for debris and tire shrapnel on the road, and be wary of wet and icy surfaces. Slow and steady wins the race. Keeping safe is always more important than arriving at your destination early.

Carters Towing makes safety a priority in all we do. Please stay safe this holiday season while traveling on the busy streets. Use this safe driving checklist to keep your vehicle road-ready and to prevent unnecessary breakdowns and stalls.

Call Carter's Towing and Recovery @ 352.245.3123 for 24-hour roadside assistance and emergency towing. Our friendly staff is waiting by the phones, ready to help you get back on the road, safe and sound. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year, your safety is important to us!