With Memorial Day Weekend fast approaching many of us are planning our very first long road trip of the year. YourMechanic.com – an on-demand car repair startup that comes to customers’ homes to do oil changes, brakes, and repairs directly in driveways nationwide – offers some important tips to consider before hitting the road.

Below are important tips for anyone taking a road trip after Covid shelter-in-place. Since people have been driving less,  mechanics have noticed the below issues.

Memorial Day Road Trip Car Safety Tips:

1. Test your battery before you get on the road.
If your battery charge is below 12 volts or there is damage to the terminals, have the battery replaced so you don’t find yourself stuck on a highway!

2. Replace air filters.
Keep your car air cool and fresh by cleaning out and possibly changing air filters before a long road trip – especially if you plan to drive during the day in the sun when you’ll need that stream of cool air.

3. Check your tire pressure.
Scan your tires for bald spots and gauge your tire pressure to avoid spontaneous, dangerous tire explosions or tears on highways.

4. Pack light.
Check your car’s weight load capacity so that you don’t overwhelm your tires or car engine. The owner’s manual will state your maximum load capacity. Keep your car’s weight capacity in mind while packing and don’t get too close to the limit as it can put undue pressure on the engine or pop a tire.

For more information visit YourMechanic.com