Little Rock, Arkansas – Despite the high temperatures, many Arkansans intend to travel in advance of the July 4th holiday.
For the long Fourth of July weekend, it will be especially vital to travel safely. With 43.2 million drivers estimated to be on the road this year, according to AAA, and Arkansas’s typical July highs of triple digits, the number of travelers is anticipated to reach record levels.
It can be challenging to travel when there are many people and hot conditions. Planning ahead is preferable, according to experts, and you should start by inspecting your car.
Examine your car carefully. You can rapidly end up on the side of the road if you have low fluid levels, especially coolant.
According to AAA, the major three auto issues that arise during the summer are the same as they are throughout the year: Flat tires, dead batteries, or car owners trapped out. According to the group, the majority of people believe that excessive heat would be the largest difficulty, but it turns out that year-round issues also exist during the summer.
Have your battery checked, check the condition and pressure of your tires once a month, and keep an extra key on hand to avoid getting trapped in the situation. The group also suggests getting a quick car inspection and keeping an emergency kit on hand for the worst-case scenarios.
According to AAA, a first-aid kit, phone charger, flashlight, tire pressure gauge, adjustable wrench, washer fluid, and jumper cables should all be included in an emergency pack. Along with water and some snacks, the bag should also include emergency flares or reflectors.
Observations on using plastic water bottles in vehicles: It is better to have water than not have it if you are trapped in the heat, even if there is a lot of incorrect information regarding water bottles leaking toxins that can be obtained online.
According to AAA, a first-aid kit, phone charger, flashlight, tire pressure gauge, adjustable wrench, washer fluid, and jumper cables should all be included in an emergency pack. Along with water and some snacks, the bag should also include emergency flares or reflectors.