{"id":2957,"date":"2020-05-22T05:53:18","date_gmt":"2020-05-22T05:53:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allabouthorsepower.com\/?p=2957"},"modified":"2022-03-29T19:55:29","modified_gmt":"2022-03-29T19:55:29","slug":"5-car-checks-to-do-before-a-long-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allabouthorsepower.com\/5-car-checks-to-do-before-a-long-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Car Checks To Do Before a Long Drive"},"content":{"rendered":"
Photo by <\/span>JESHOOTS.com<\/span><\/a> from <\/span>Pexels<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Before heading out on a long drive, there are certain checks that you should undertake on your vehicle \u2013 as you want it to be as safe as possible when it\u2019s on the road.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Of course, as part of ensuring that you\u2019re safe on your journey, you also need to make sure that you\u2019re being responsible. Distracted driving is not only illegal (giving you a <\/span>fine of at least $60<\/span><\/a>) but is very dangerous. So safety also starts with monitoring how you act while in control of the wheel.<\/span><\/p>\n To help to guide you, here are 5 of the top things that you should inspect prior to your journey:<\/span><\/p>\n Ok, so this is likely to be something that you\u2019ve already thought of. But that doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s any less important. Before heading out on your long drive, it\u2019s vital that you check your fuel levels. If you\u2019re running out of fuel, it\u2019s not sensible to think that you can simply top up when you get to your destination or that you\u2019ll definitely find a gas station along the way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You should top up your fuel so that it\u2019s as full as possible as you don\u2019t want to be stuck in the middle of nowhere waiting for a <\/span>recovery service<\/span><\/a> to show up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you have previously neglected to check your tire pressures before going on a drive, now is the time to take action. Ahead of your long journey, it\u2019s a good idea to check what your tire pressure should be (you\u2019ll find what it\u2019s supposed to be in your car\u2019s handbook). Keep in mind that if there is too much air, it\u2019s likely to cause a blowout. Whereas if it\u2019s too low, fuel efficiency is affected.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To measure it, use a gauge (something that you can purchase from numerous auto stores) and use an air hose to fill it up if needed. One vital step towards making your car safer in all <\/span>types of weather<\/span><\/a>, it should be a priority before your trip.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Within your car, you should have certain items in case of an emergency. These can include a flashlight, spare tire, a cell phone, etc. These must-haves are ideal to have in case your car breaks down or faces another critical issue along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n While on your long drive, you obviously want to avoid the risk of being in a car accident. To help ensure that this doesn’t happen, it\u2019s worth testing all of our signals and lights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sit in the car, turn on the ignition and ask a friend\/family member to tell you if they are all working as they should. If you notice that one or more aren\u2019t functioning, then you should invest in getting them replaced professionally or replace the bulbs yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n Often, people will forget to look at their car\u2019s battery before heading on a long drive. But if it\u2019s not been charged for many years, it could potentially stop working while on your journey. If you turn on your vehicle and it struggles to start, consider purchasing equipment that will charge it overnight and bring it with you for the drive.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Photo by JESHOOTS.com from Pexels Before heading out on a long drive, there are certain checks that you should undertake on your vehicle \u2013 as you want it to be as safe as possible when it\u2019s on the road.\u00a0 Of… Continue Reading \n
Check Fuel Levels<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Look At The Tire Pressure\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Check That You Have Auto Emergency Equipment<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Test Your Signals and Lights<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Measure The Batteries Performance<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n