Driving for long distances can be challenging in many ways, but with a little bit of planning, it can be an enjoyable experience. Here are some tips from North American Wholesale in Corpus Christi for better long-distance driving. 

Make a Plan

The first step in having an enjoyable long distance drive is to ensure that you have a plan you can follow. This doesn’t have to be a plan set in stone, but it does help to have an overall preview of your route, stops, and road conditions. If you’ve never driven this route before, it’s a good idea to spend some time getting familiar with safe places to stop, rest, eat a meal, and fuel up your car. Map apps on your phone are usually a great way to plan out your trips, but having a backup paper map is a good idea as well. Once you have an idea of what the route looks like, and where you’ll want to stop, make sure to share your itinerary with a trusted friend or family member, and make sure to check in with them so that they can be alerted in case of an emergency. Finally, double-check on weather and road conditions before you leave to make sure you’re prepared in case of bad weather, or poor road conditions, a lot of times it's best to stop for a break or for the night while bad weather passes.

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Check Your Car Before You Leave

Checking your car before you leave for a long drive is the best way you can ensure your safety on the road, and avoid any unexpected delays because of trouble with your vehicle. Here are five points you should check on before starting your trip:

• Tires: Make sure that your tires are at the proper air pressure level. You can find this in your owner’s manual, and sometimes on the inside of your door. Also, make sure that they don’t have any bumps, cracks, and that their treads aren’t worn.
• Engine: Check that your engine light isn’t on, that it isn’t making any weird sounds, and that it’s is running smoothly.
• Brakes: Ensure that your brakes are in good working condition by inspecting the brake pads which should be 1/4 inch thick and by making sure your car has enough brake fluid.
• Fluids: Speaking about fluids, make sure that the engine oil, coolant and hydraulic fluid are all at the proper level, while you’re at it, also make sure that they’re clean. If it’s been a while since your last oil change, this might be a good moment to do so.
• Lights: Your lights are important for your safety and the safety of other drivers on the road, make sure that your car’s lights light up properly.

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Make Sure You’re Well Rested and Take Breaks

When driving long distances, it’s important to keep an eye on your stamina, as long distance driving can be tiring and can become monotonous in some road stretches. A good way to avoid being overly tired on the road is to go to sleep early the night before to make sure you’re well-rested before hitting the road. Once on the road, avoid having overly sugary drinks as they can cause you to have a sugar crash, also make sure to have good meals on the road, but avoid any heavy foods that can make you feel drowsy. A good tip is to use bathroom breaks to stretch your legs and promote blood flow, these can also be great moments to have an energizing snack. Lastly, if it’s possible, try to share the driving responsibilities so that one driver can rest while the other one keeps on driving.

Follow Driving Rules

It doesn’t hurt to mention that following driving rules can help you avoid trouble when long-distance driving. Make sure to pay close attention to speed limits and to avoid using your cell phone while driving. Always share the road with other drivers and riders, and practice defensive driving which means to always be aware of your surroundings and anything that could cause trouble on the road. Finally, be courteous and considerate of other drivers, so everyone can enjoy their time on the road.

Ensure that your vehicle uses only top-shelf products for better performance while long distance driving. The expertise at North American Wholesale can advise you on the best AMSOIL products for your engine. Call them today at (866) 580-1008 or visit their online store anytime.