Hastings & Hastings Offers Tips for Staying Safe on Road Trips

    PHOENIX, AZ, November 26, 2015 /24-7PressRelease/ -- . Road trips can be an economical and fun way to travel. Hastings & Hastings wants everyone hitting the road during the holiday seasons to make it to their destination safely, and to help accomplish this they offer a few road trip safety tips.

Before hitting the road for a long trip, individuals should make sure that their car is ready for the journey. They should take their car in for a tune-up. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends that tires, belts, batteries, fluids, and air conditioning be checked by a qualified mechanic as part of a routine vehicle tune-up. If drivers are nearing their oil change date, or will be putting upwards of one thousand miles on their car, they might consider getting an oil change as well.

Hastings & Hastings is always trying to combat drowsy driving. It is one of the leading causes of accidents. It can be particularly dangerous during a long distance road trip. Hastings & Hastings advises everyone to get a good restful night of sleep the evening before they leave.

Driving fatigue can cause loss of focus and result in a decline in reaction time, making it extremely dangerous in long distance road trip situations. Hastings & Hastings advises that drivers should rotate when they feel driving fatigue setting in. This may happen at a different rate for each driver, but it is recommended not to drive in shifts exceeding six hours.

Navigation is an important thing to consider when driving long distances. Hastings & Hastings believes that drivers should always plan their route out before they depart. It is important to check for road closures or possible inclement conditions, and to plan accordingly. Hastings & Hastings further advises that the fastest way is not always the best way. Drivers should always consider safety first. They may even consider taking slower scenic routes as a way to further enjoy their road trip.

Hastings & Hastings implores driver to check weather conditions as well. If road trippers are going to be driving into snow, they need to be well prepared.

Hastings & Hastings hopes everyone has a fantastic holiday season, and wish bon voyage to all the road trippers out there.

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