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Are you and your family planning a road trip this holiday season? Whether you’re heading to Grandma’s for Thanksgiving Dinner or driving to your favorite vacation spot for Christmas, Hilltop Tire has a few simple tips to keep you safe on the roads.

First of all you should make sure your vehicle is properly maintained and road-ready. Stop by today for a FREE vehicle check-up. One of our certified technicians will check your tires, brakes, fluids, etc. to ensure you are ready to hit the road with peace of mind.

It’s always a good idea to have an emergency kit in your vehicle. This could include items such as a first aid kit, jumper cables, flashlight, and basic hand tools. This time of year you will want to pack an ice scraper, blankets, hats and gloves, perhaps even a hand shovel and some salt. Make sure you have plenty of drinking water and high protein food in case you get stranded for a long period of time.

Map out your route before you go, keeping in mind busy roads and when rush hour traffic is. Check the weather along your route before you go as well. Consider leaving earlier or later to avoid heavy traffic times or bad weather. You never know when a snowstorm will hit this time of year!

When you stop for breaks, keep anything of value hidden in the trunk or other covered storage area and always lock the doors when your vehicle is unattended. If you’re traveling with small children, remind them not to talk to strangers and give them a whistle in case they get separated from the family.

In case of an emergency, make sure you have a cell phone and charger handy at all times so you can call for help if needed.

At Hilltop Tire Service we want you and your family safe. So with a little prep and proper planning you can leave your road-trip worries at home and enjoy your family and friends this holiday season!