Preparing for a long trip by car: what is important to take into account

A long trip by car requires serious preparation: it is important not only to check the technical condition of the transport, but also to think over all the details to ensure your own comfort, including the supply of food and water, as well as ways to combat fatigue. In the article we say that it is recommended to take into account during preparation for a long trip by car.

Technical preparation of the car

Before traveling, you should check:

The level of motor oil, brake fluid, antifreeze and glass -coater fluid; Tire state - pressure in them should correspond to the norm, and the tread is not too worn out; The condition of the brake pads; The performance of lighting devices: headlights, overall lights, turns indicators; battery. 

It is also important to make sure that the car has a staffed first -aid kit, an emergency stop and a fire extinguisher. 

What to take with you on the road

The list of things should include:

Documents-a driver’s license, technical passport, passport and everything else in case the smartphone battery with the installed “DIA app” will be discharged or there will be no online connection on the track; Drinking for snacks and drinks-nuts, dried fruits, muchenial bars, cookies, sandwiches, several bottles of mineral water, Energy to combat fatigue; Club of replaceable clothing for the season; road pillow for the neck; Wet napkins and antiseptic; A flash drive with musical compositions, audiobooks or podcasts.

If a family trip is planned, it is important to take several games, books and other options for entertainment for children.

How to deal with fatigue driving

Fatigue and a decrease in concentration are one of the main causes of road accidents. To avoid this, it is important to follow several rules:

Rest every 2-3 hours: even a short stop for 10-15 minutes helps to restore strength; periodically change the position of the body - a long sitting causes tension in the back and neck; Communication with passengers, but so that conversations do not distract attention from the road; Open windows or on the air conditioner - cool air helps to maintain vigity.

Also, to combat drowsiness, you can drink energy drinks, which are quickly a brodor for caffeine content. Also, some products represented by in the markete of important things maudau contain taurine and vitamins that support brain activity. As an alternative, you can drink strong tea and coffee. And it also helps to deal with fatigue dark chocolate. But even using stimulants of the nervous system, it is advisable to limit the driving time in the dark, when the eyes get tired faster. And if contrary to the use of a can of energy or cup of coffee, fatigue after a few continuous driving hours has not passed, it is worth stopping on the sidelines and relax a little.