Spring and summer are the best times to go for broke and hit the open road. At Main Street Automotive, we want to make sure you stay safe and prepared before you drive off into the sunset. Here are some handy tips for packing your car up before those epic road trips with friends or family.
- Take along a cooler
Snacks, drinks, and ice are all treasures to behold when you’re on the road. It will keep you from spending too much money at rest stops too. Put it in the back behind the driver’s seat or front passenger seat and entrust one of your passengers with the job of handing out drinks and snacks as needed.
- Use the center console wisely
As the driver, your sole job is to pay attention to the road and keep everyone safe. Having a central point, like the center console for example, filled with necessities like paper towels, cleansing wipes, and hand sanitizer, is ideal for any mishaps and messes on the road.
- Keep a dedicated trash bag
The longer the road trip, the more likely garbage can get out of hand. Bring along several garbage bags or even plastic bags from the supermarket. Once they fill up, throw them away when you stop at a gas station or rest stop with a trash receptacle.
- Bring entertainment bags
If you have kids, this is critical. Allow your kids to pack up a personal bag full of activities that can keep them occupied. Books, coloring books, tablets, and whatever else you’ve got to keep the are-we-there-yets from popping up too soon into the journey.
- Use a backseat organizer
Traveling with kids or not, a backseat organizer is another way to keep the interior of your car under control and organized. You can stash change for tolls, tissues, chips, hold tablets, and do so much more if you’ve got one.
- Remember your Tetris skills
When it comes to packing up your vehicle, remember to use your space wisely. Stack and pack the stuff you won’t need until you get there in the trunk and keep the things you’ll need for the journey up in the cabin.
- Think about first aid
It’s always a wise idea to have first aid items and OTC medications on hand when you’re on the road. You never know when all that driving will go to your head or you accidentally slice your finger when opening a can of soda. Always be prepared!
- Bring an emergency kit for your car
While you should always have one in your car, it’s imperative when you’re taking a road trip. It should include all the essentials like jumper cables, a flashlight, and your emergency roadside assistance card.
And before you ever get going, come see us at Main Street Automotive to check your car out so you can drive with peace of mind to your destination!
