Road Trip Checklist

A road trip checklist will help you make sure that nothing unexpected, or expensive, happens while you are traveling. So, before you venture out, give your car a little TLC, pack some emergency supplies, and do your best to plan for unexpected circumstances.

 Vehicle Safety:

• Change Oil and Filter
• Check Fluid Levels
  • Oil
  • Coolant
  • Transmission Fluid
  • Brake Fluid Power Steering Fluid
  • Washer Fluid
• Check Belts and Hoses
• Check Lights
  • Headlights
  • Turn Signals Brake Lights
  • Dash Lights
  • Interior Lights
• Check Tires
  • Air Pressure
  • Tread
  • Rotation (if needed)
  • Alignment (if needed)

Cell Phone:

• Phone and Back Up (optional)
• Battery Charger
• Spare Charged Battery (optional)

Extra Key:

• 1 or 2 spare keys.
  • For ignition and locks

Documentation:

• Driver’s License
• Vehicle Registration
• Proof of Insurance
• Roadside Assistance
• Extended Warranty/Vehicle Protection Plan

Emergency Preparation:

• Flashlight
  • Working
  • Batteries/Charger
• First Aid Kit
  • Bandages, Ointments, Antiseptics
  • Ibuprofen
  • Antacids
  • Motion Sickness Medications
  • Prescription Medications (if needed)
• Spare Tire
  • Inflated
  • Jack
• Tool Box
  • Jumper Cables
  • Flares
  • Wrenches, Screwdrivers
  • Portable Battery Charger
• Food/Water
• Blankets
• Extra Vehicle Fluids
  • Oil
  • Coolant
  • Transmission Fluid
  • Brake Fluid
  • Power Steering Fluid
  • Washer Fluid

Navigation:

• GPS
• Maps/Atlas
• Travel Apps

Entertainment:

• Games, Books, DVDs
• Music, Radio Apps, Portable Devices
• Snacks

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