But the excitement of planning a vacation can cause some drivers to forget to consider the possibility of emergency conditions or accidents. Take some pre-travel time to prepare for breakdowns, delays and small mishaps, and your trip will be smooth sailing, instead of a bumpy road ahead.
Long weekends are among the riskiest times to travel.
The congested highways are swarming with vehicles towing boats and trailers, so slow down. Besides an accident, the last thing anyone wants when traveling is a ticket. Inspect your car for burnt-out taillights, headlights and other items that could result in a ticket. Make sure your car is ready for a long road trip. Check the oil level, tires, battery, cooling system and all belts and hoses.