Your
Driving
and
the
Road
Driving a Long Distance
Although most long trips today are
made on freeways, there are still many
made on regular highways.
Long-distance driving on freeways and
regular highways is the same
in
some
ways. The trip has to be planned and
the vehicle prepared, you drive at
higher-than-city speeds, and there
are
longer turns behind the wheel.
You’ll
enjoy your trip more if you and your
vehicle are in good shape. Here are
some tips for a successful long trip.
Before Leaving
on
a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready.
Try
to be well
rested. If you must start when you’re
not fresh-such as after a day’s work
don’t plan to make too many miles that
first part of the journey. Wear
comfortable clothing and shoes you can
easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If
you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s
ready to go. If it needs service, have it
done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service
experts in Oldsmobile dealerships all
across North America. They’ll be ready
and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check
before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Is
the
reservoir
full?
Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
shape?
Have you checked
all
levels?
the lenses clean?
safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread
good enough for long-distance
driving?
Are
the tires all inflated to
the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:
What’s the
weather outlook along your route?
Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps:
Do
you have up-to-date maps?
Wiper Blades:
Are they in good
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:
Lights:
Are they all working? Are
Tires:
They are vitally important to a
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