If you are planning on traveling for the Independence Day Holiday please, consider the following:
Review the weather forecast for your route and your destination prior to heading out.
Check your vehicle thoroughly prior to beginning your trip to ensure mechanical soundnessóexamine the tires, lights, fluids, brakes, exhaust, etc.
Always wear your seatbelt and ensure your passengers do the same.
Obey the speed limit
Never drive when drinking alcoholic beverages
Stay calm in emergency situations, Slow Down
Be prepared to adjust to weather changes or any construction area during travel. Slow Down. If the weather is really severe, pull off the highway to a safe area until the storm is over and/or until travel conditions permit you to travel.
Give yourself sufficient time to arrive at your destination and rest every two hours.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you travel about, but be on the alert for wildlife that may unexpectedly run in front of your vehicle. This is the peak season for vehicle-wildlife crashes.
An auto club membership can be of great help in case of a vehicle breakdown.
A current alert roster is great to have in case of an emergencyóis yours up to date?
Avoid traveling during peak traffic times ñ these are Thursday Evening and Monday afternoon
Be alert for ìaggressiveî drivers. Do not get into a confrontation with them. Instead, give them plenty of room and let them go ahead if itís a must.
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