How to get your vehicle road trip ready
You’re planning a road trip, you already have your car cleaned out, but is it ready to go? How do you get your vehicle road trip ready? We can help. We will tell you what service you should plan for, what you should pack, and what you shouldn’t forget.
Pre-road trip service
If you are going for a serious road trip, then there are some service considerations that you want to be aware of. First thing is first, get an oil change. Even if you still have a few thousand miles left on the oil in your engine, get that oil changed so that your engine can purr on fresh oil for your whole trip.
Check your tires. Not only should you check the air pressure to make sure everything is squared away there, but make sure you have plenty of tread. You can check the tire pressure at many gas stations, but if you need to get your tread checked anyway, then why not take your vehicle to a service center that can take care of everything for you?
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Advantages of vehicle service before a road trip
When you take your vehicle for a service visit at a trusted service center like VanDevere Kia in Akron, OH, the service techs will inspect your entire car to make sure everything is squared away and good to go.
This includes everything from filters and belts to important suspension components. And yes, they can take care of your oil change and tire pressures too. They can also tell you what your tires look like and how soon you should be thinking about getting new tires.
Other car prep before a road trip
If you already did all the service that we recommended, then it’s still a good idea to prep an emergency roadside kit. It should at least include a blanket, some basic tools, a flashlight (with batteries), and a phone charger made for your car.
Don’t forget to pack the all-important road snacks too! Other than all that, you should be good to go! All your friends at Kia VanDevere are wishing you a happy road trip. We look forward to your safe return.
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