As we get closer to the kids going back to school, there is no time like now to take the whole family on a road trip! To ensure the whole adventure goes well, here are some helpful tips and a helpful checklist to follow. Enjoy the rest of your summer and spend it with the ones you love before school starts in the fall with a fun-filled road trip.
Get Your Vehicle Serviced at Thelen Kia
Before you begin your journey, bringing your vehicle in for full service is a great first step. Getting your brakes inspected, your battery tested, and replacing fluids is an excellent idea. A full multi-point inspection should be done to save you money in the long run. No one wants to be left stranded on the side of the road – especially with kids in the car.
Be Prepared for Any Situation
Packing a first aid kit and a roadside emergency kit are both important. No matter the scrape or splinter, having a first aid kit readily available is a good idea – especially if you are planning a more outdoors-centric getaway. A roadside emergency kit should be packed with jumper cables, basic tools, duct tape, an air compressor and more. Keep everyone safe and healthy by always keeping these kits in the trunk of your vehicle.
Save on Food Costs
Save money on trips to fast-food restaurants and cut down on times spent off the road by packing a cooler with healthy drinks and snacks. There are plenty of affordable options for snacks that are shelf-stable and will last in your vehicle for the whole trip, like granola bars, snack mixes, and fruit gummies.
Take Some Fun Tunes
Have fun with your playlist! Burn a CD or load a playlist on a music streaming app to provide fun and family-friendly music. Start a family sing-a-long to help the time go by. If that does not keep the kids entertained, portable DVD players with individual pairs of headphones are a great idea too!
If you are ready to bring your Kia vehicle in for a service before a road trip, schedule your appointment with Thelen Kia in Bay City, Michigan! Our service technicians bring the knowledge you trust in making sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape and ready for your trip.
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