Holiday Travel? Time To Ready Your Sleigh

Over the river and through the woods is a great song and one of the joys of the season.  Traveling to the homes of loved ones can be such a great tradition.  That in mind, over the river and stuck in the woods for hours while you wait for a tow truck and listen to your family complain...not so much. Now is the time to get the family sleigh ready for travel if you’ll be hitting the road for a Christmas trip.

• Start with holiday lights. Take a walk around your car to make sure all the lights are working properly.
• Wipe away troubles. If you can’t remember the last time you replaced your wiper blades, now would be a good time to do it.
• Don’t forget washer fluid. One long road trip on slushy, salt-covered roads can require a lot of washer fluid to keep the windshield clear.
• Check the battery. Many auto-parts stores or repair shops will check yours for free.
• Keep up the pressure. Under inflated tires cause unsafe handling and braking.
• Finally, make sure to have a few basics along in case you do have trouble, including a cell phone and charger, flashlight, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning light or flares, jumper cables, and the proper clothing including a hat and gloves.

Happy trails this Holiday Season.