Car travel: 10 things to do to stay safe. Check your brakes, oil, tires, and air conditioning.

Choose early morning hours to set off. No children without a suitable car seat. Did you get your vehicle inspected on time? Traffic plans.

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RULES FOR SAFE CAR TRAVEL

We're off on vacation. We're packing our bags and getting ready to head to various locations. sea e MountainsThe various possibilities of movement are examined, from train atplane, and in the end you choose the driving feel, considering it more convenient for their needs. Well, no objections.

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HOW TO TRAVEL SAFELY BY CAR

But, before leaving, don't give up on these 10 simple checksAnd when you're traveling, to stay safe, don't overlook what you'll find here. For example, radio updates to let you know if sections of roads and/or highways are closed due to accidents. You'll avoid surprises, hassle, and wasted money and time.

  • Make sure that the review is in order and if not, contact a garage to carry out all the necessary checks. Also check the payment of the road tax and insurance. Also check the levels water e oil Before leaving. During a trip, the engine overheats, and for this reason, it's best to change the oil and coolant. The optimal levels are indicated in the car's maintenance manual.
  • Make sure that the tyres They're in good condition. Tire pressure drops when they overheat, and a flat tire can cause unpleasant problems, such as a loss of vehicle stability. Also make sure you have a spare tire and that it's intact.
  • Check that the glass are intact. These, in fact, are made of materials that withstand temperature changes, but even a small crack can completely break them. If you notice any cracks, replace them before setting off.
  • Check the batteries which could be affected by temperature changes. In any case, the battery should always be checked if it is more than three years old.
  • The conductor itself can take various shapes, in bare or tinned copper, with or without insulation. In some cases, a preferential bend can also be applied to the joint so that it operates exactly as designed. windshield wiper blades They must be subjected to an evaluation because over time they lose their elasticity.
  • Very important are the lights (position, half-headlights and depth lights), the fuses e i connections, even if cars have self-monitoring systems that indicate the presence of anomalies in the lighting system.
  • Il brake malfunction It can cause damage to the vehicle and, consequently, to people. Therefore, check that they are in perfect condition, as well as the clutch and drive belt.
  • Check the air conditioning This helps you tolerate high temperatures on short and long trips. Don't keep the temperature in your car too low: it should never fall below 18/20 degrees.
  • If you have any children on board, place them in the car seat approved for their age and don't forget to secure them with the appropriate seat belts.
  • Try to put yourself on the road early in the morningTo avoid intense heat, tune in to dedicated radio programs (such as "Viaggiare Informa" on Radio Rai) for up-to-the-minute traffic updates and any accidents or traffic jams. Always carry a supply of water with you, keeping it chilled in a cooler or exposing it to the air conditioning after wrapping it in a damp cloth. Dress in light, breathable clothing. Never direct cold air toward your stomach, especially after eating, as it could cause congestion. A few kilometers before reaching your destination, turn off the air conditioning to acclimatize your body to the outside temperature, which is much higher than that inside the car.

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