Thanksgiving is right around the corner and the holiday season following right after. That means that people will be traveling all over the country. They’ll be using planes, trains, and, most importantly, automobiles. If you’re planning on traveling by car over the next few weeks, there are some things you need to do to prepare your vehicle. Here are tips to make sure your car is ready for holiday travels.
Supplies
The first thing to do when preparing your car for a holiday trip is make sure you’re prepared with emergency supplies. With the possibility of bad weather, mechanical breakdowns, or traffic delays, it’s always good to be prepared for emergencies. Having a blanket or two, some water, some food, a flashlight and a few tools or a multitool are always good when traveling. If you’re heading somewhere where snow is a possibility, a shovel and kitty litter are great to help get your car out of a snowy situation.
Maintenance and Small Items
You’ll also want to make sure that you catch up on any maintenance for your vehicle, replacing small items that can make a big difference. These items include windshield wipers, head lights parking lights, brake lights, turn signals, broken mirrors or windows, and many other small items that can make a huge difference on a long ride. Check out this article on Six Things In Your Vehicle You Should Check Every Three Months, this way your ride is ready for the long journey ahead.
Make Sure Your Car is in Top Shape
You’ll also want to make sure your car is ready to make long trips. You need to fix any mechanical issues, replace broken or worn out parts, and generally make sure your car is mechanically sound. You definitely don’t want to have a breakdown far from home and then endure a pricey repair with gifts to buy and parties to throw for the holidays.
If you do need to make repairs, used parts are a great option to save some holiday cash. But you need to make sure your used parts are up to the job. That’s why My Auto Store inspects each used part and guarantees them with the best warranty in the industry.
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If you’re traveling this holiday season, don’t get stuck and don’t waste money on new car parts. Contact our team to discuss your options!
