Hit the Road

Thanks to increasingly luxurious vehicles, more and more travelers are opting to hit the road when it’s time to cover a lot of miles for a vacation or visit. While amenities like satellite radio and distractions for passengers are nice, it’s more important to make sure your car is prepared for a prolonged trip. Here’s how to make sure you (and your vehicle) can go the distance.

1. GRAB AN EMERGENCY KIT. 

The only thing worse than breaking down is breaking down on a busy stretch of highway without the necessary equipment to make sure you and your passengers remain safe. A kit in your trunk should have flares (so passing traffic can spot you), oil, a flashlight, rags, extra spark plugs, and anything else recommended by your maintenance representative.