Summer is upon us, and many drivers are looking to explore beyond Charleston. There are some great road trip options that you and your family or friends will love, but you'll want to be sure that you're prepared beforehand. How to prepare for a road trip includes a checklist for service you'll want to be sure to have and items you'll want with you, but we cover those below!
Check Off the Service Checklist at Our Ravenel, SC Auto Service Center
Warmer weather impacts your vehicle in several ways, especially when you're putting a lot of miles on your car during a road trip. Our Ford service center near Johns Island, SC is here to help, and we run terrific auto service specials that you're sure to want before a long time on the road. Your service checklist before summer travel should include:
- Brake system check to look at pads, rotors, and more
- Fluid top-offs for engine oil, windshield wiper fluid, and more
- Check tire tread and pressure
- Ensure the A/C system is working
- Check battery and connections
- Replace wiper blades
- Check belts and hoses
What to Pack for Your Road Trips
Along with everything such as tents and sleeping bags, there are some items you should be sure to have with your vehicle when you're traveling. Those items can range from the owner's manual to help you know what may cause a certain issue to an emergency kit with food and other items. Your checklist should include:
- License, insurance, and registration
- Owner's manual
- Spare tire and tools for changing a tire
- Emergency kit with flares, food, and jumper cables
- Empty gas can
- Water for staying hydrated
We hope that this summer road trip checklist helped you before you head out, and you can schedule service with us today if you have something to tackle before your trip!