Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When
you
want to leave the freeway, move to the proper
lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not,
under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to
the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed
is
usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to
your
sense
of
motion. After driving for
any
distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to
think
you are going
slower than you actually are.
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
fiist
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
Pontiac 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:
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Windshield Washer Fluid:
Is
the reservoir full? Are
all
windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:
Are
they
in
good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil,
Other
Fluids:
Have you checked
all
levels?
Lamps:
Are
they
all
working?
Are
the
lenses clean?
Tires:
They
are
vitally important
to
a
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?
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