The holiday route is approaching, and with it, its share of unforeseen events.
During this summer of 2022, 73% of the French will prefer the car to go on vacation, according to an Ipsos survey published in June 2022. Faced with the possible disappointments that can occur on the road, here are some very valuable tips that allow you to guard against unpleasant surprises.
Be up to date on the maintenance of your vehicle
You are aware that your vehicle is subject to a compulsory and renewable
technical
inspection every five years.
To avoid any stress before leaving on vacation, plan ahead!
Preparing for an appointment with an approved garage or carrying out routine maintenance for safety can be a game-changer: “
The maintenance of a car must be done very regularly.
During long-distance travel, safety is essential
”describes to
Figaro
Limvirak Chea, CEO and co-founder of Fixter, an online platform intended to simplify the procedures related to the maintenance of his car.
In addition, when you know that the passage to the technical control can sometimes turn out to be a nightmare, it is better to secure your back by organizing yourself upstream.
Ensure the proper functioning of your vehicle
What would a well-organized vacation be without a well-filled “to do list”?
For the good of your trip, do not hesitate to add a few steps: check the tire pressure
yourself
, the
level of fluids
(windshield washer or engine oil), the
condition of the brakes
and
cleanliness of the headlights
or even ensure that the
air conditioning
is working properly : "
As with vehicle maintenance, you have to take care of these elements, which ensure the safety of passengers
explains Limvirak Chea.
This advice applies both outward and return.
Very often free, pressure control and rectification terminals are available in most service stations.
The correct pressure is usually listed in the door frame or on the back of the fuel filler flap.
Properly inflated tires save up to one full tank of fuel each year and significantly reduce your CO2 emissions.
Finally, don't forget to take a look at
the coolant
which helps prevent your engine from overheating.
With the high heat expected in summer, it is better to think about it.
Its level should be checked at least once a month and cold.
Always use a liquid suitable for your vehicle,
Inspect the safety elements and know how to take care of your vehicle
A good driver knows how to act as a mechanic: in the event of an unexpected puncture or an emergency stop, knowing how to signal and protect your vehicle from an accident, or even changing a wheel yourself is a plus, as Limvirak Chea attests. : “
Before setting off, make sure you have a puncture repair kit and a safety kit including a warning triangle.
Ideally, you should also practice using a jack and changing a damaged wheel
”.
And for
electric cars
, don't forget to take the charging cables with you.
It would be a shame to notice this when finding a charging station.
The watchword is given: for a quiet car holiday, plan ahead!
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