Your Dallas area Ford dealer, Westway Ford, knows that the holidays are a time to spend with family and friends - and for many of us that involves traveling. With such a high volume of travelers, you've probably come to expect the extra traffic and added stress, but we have a few last-minute pointers that should make your road trip go a little more smoothly.
Pack like a pro. Whether it's a day trip or a whole vacation, try to pack as lightly as you can. If your holiday get-together involves gifts, make sure to account for the extra space you'll need to get them home. And if you're bringing food along with you, consider placing the food containers in cardboard boxes: it makes them easily stackable and contains the mess if any mishaps occur.
Know the route. Wherever you're headed for the holidays, you've probably been there a million times before - and you probably know the route like the back of your hand. But if there are construction zones or other detours that weren't there when you last drove through, that could slow you down quite a bit. Avoid surprises like that by checking for construction beforehand, and enter your destination into your Ford's navigation system before you set off.
Keep the kids happy. It's nearly a scientific fact: kids can get pretty antsy during long road trips. Luckily for parents, there are ways to combat boredom in the car! Try a game like the ones listed here, or make up the rules to a new game as you go along. Allow your kids to bring a few of their favorite toys with them on your journey, or if all else fails, put your Ford SYNC to use and pop in a DVD!
Before you set off on any long trip, make sure your car is ready for the drive: bring it in for service at your Dallas area Ford dealer, Westway Ford! Do you have any other road trip tips? Visit our Facebook page and share them with us!
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