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 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 togo. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out.
Of
course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
GM
dealers 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:
0
Windshield Washer Fluid:
Is
the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
0
Wiper Blades:
Are they in
good
shape?
0
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:
Have you checked
0
Lamps:
Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires:
They are vitally important to a safe,
all levels?
trouble-free trip.
Is
the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated
to
the
recommended .pressure?
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
0
Maps:
Do
you have up-to-date maps?
0
Weather Forecasts:
What’s the weather outlook
.
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