Pre-Trip Checklist

At one point or another everyone gets the desire to get away and drive, pack up some supply and just get away from the regular normal life we savor. The adventure that lies ahead of us on a road trip can even be life winning, if we're lucky. In order to ensure that your travels have the chance to go as planned, here are some essential necessities that should be involved on your pre-trip checklist.  

Sometime anything can go wrong. Count on for the greatest, but set out for the worst. First of all, inspect all of your vehicle's headlamps, taillights, signal lights, and brake lights. Review the fluid levels of your vehicle and fill to the suggested requirements. It's always a good idea to check the tires and the tire pressure. Correct inflation will also preserve on fuel. Have a dependable spare tire at all times, the suitable tire wrench, and a suited jack.

Your pre-trip checklist should include a first-aid kit, a good flashlight, road flares, booster cables, and a shovel. Good visibility is a must and will ensure safety. If you plan on traveling in the cold and snow, always be prepared for the weather. In case of a breakdown, have the desired clothing: a warm jacket, boots, gloves, and a hat. Pack a nice warm blanket should you have to spend a few hours in the cold. Staying warm will help prevent hypothermia from setting in.  

A pre-trip checklist should consist of bottled water and a box of high-calorie energy bars should you happen to be in an lone location. Whether you're a smoker or not, carry some water-proof matches. A fire will keep you warm and smoke may draw the observation of rescuers. Peer at your pre-trip checklist well before going and make sure you are ready for what may happen down the street.