Summer Travel Safety Tips
It’s the summer time, which means more people are out and about than ever making plans, going on adventures, and hitting the open road. No matter how careful of a driver you may be, sometimes you don’t have control over what obstacles arise while driving. If you’re traveling this summer in a Chevy, you can be rest assured that your vehicle has all of the necessary functions and features to keep you safe while out on the road. At Smith Chevrolet, safety is our top priority. Learn more about Chevy safety features below and how to be safe during your summer travels below, brought to you by Smith Motors.
Car Safety
If you’re heading out on a summer road trip, it’s important to make sure that your vehicle is in the best shape to handle any bumps in the road. The first step you should take before a road trip is prepping your car before you go. Checking your tires, including your spare tire, is important to make sure you are prepared. Checking your tires regularly is also recommended so you can keep them in their best shape.
Additionally, having your cooling system checked prevents your engine from overheating. Always ensure the belts are in working order and have technicians flush your coolant when you take your car in for maintenance. When driving in hot summer temperatures, this can impact other engine fluids too. High temperatures and excessive use of air conditioning can also damage a car’s battery. With Chevrolet Complete Care, you’ll feel confident your car is ready for whatever you throw at it.
What To Pack
It is always important to be prepared in case of an emergency. In your car, it is a great idea to pack non-perishable food and water. In warm summer weather, it is easy to get dehydrated. Additionally, pack at least two road flares in case of engine failure or if you get a flat tire. Jumper cables are also a good item to pack in case you need to jump start the vehicle. Other important items to pack include flashlights, a first aid kit, a multitool, and a car charger for your cellphone.
Other Safety Tips
Chevy recommends these other important safety tips when driving on your summer road trips. Make sure to keep your gas tank at least half full and refuel whenever possible. If driving with kids, they may need to use the restroom or stretch their legs more often, and safety restraints are key for every child. Also, never drive drowsy and take regular breaks.
Chevy Safety Features
Chevy makes safety our number one top priority. Offering advanced technology, Chevy is ready to take you where you need to go. First, Chevy offers forward collision alert and automatic braking, which alerts you of a potential front-end collision. Along with front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, and following distance indicator, Chevy really went the extra mile in the design of their vehicles to help you prepare for whatever comes your way on the road.
Other safety features include adaptive cruise control, a rear vision camera, high-definition surround vision, rear camera mirror, lane change alert with blind zone sensing, rear cross traffic alert, rear park assist, and Intellibeam auto high-beam assist. These features come standard on some vehicles and are available on all others. Features like OnStar Safety and Security and Teen Driver Technology provide an added boost of confidence when you sit in the driver’s seat.
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