{"id":186,"date":"2025-06-10T10:09:20","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T14:09:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/?p=186"},"modified":"2025-07-28T10:04:24","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T14:04:24","slug":"five-tips-for-summer-road-trips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/five-tips-for-summer-road-trips\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Tips for Summer Road Trips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Summer_road_Trip_tips-kids_in_cariStock_000047058454_Small.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-192 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Summer_road_Trip_tips-kids_in_cariStock_000047058454_Small-300x224.jpg\" alt=\"Family sitting in the back of a car smiling to camera and waving.\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Summer_road_Trip_tips-kids_in_cariStock_000047058454_Small-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Summer_road_Trip_tips-kids_in_cariStock_000047058454_Small.jpg 801w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Don\u2019t you just love the summer! It\u2019s honestly one of my top four seasons to travel in! Summer vacations always brought great memories for me as a kid and now with having four kids of my own, making new memories is always happening.<\/p>\n<p>To help make positive memories, traveling safely to your summer destinations should be every driver\u2019s priority. With that in mind, let\u2019s take a look at a few summer travel tips.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Tip #1 &#8211; Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Check_your_tire_pressure-iStock_000020548845_Small.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-medium wp-image-188 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Check_your_tire_pressure-iStock_000020548845_Small-300x198.jpg\" alt=\"road_trip_tips-Check_your_tire_pressure\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Check_your_tire_pressure-iStock_000020548845_Small-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Check_your_tire_pressure-iStock_000020548845_Small.jpg 852w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Before any trip it\u2019s a good idea to ensure your vehicle is properly maintained. Check the tire pressure and fluids before embarking on your trip. It\u2019s also a good idea to have a mechanical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/maintenance-services\/tune-up\">tune-up<\/a> for your vehicle. As an extra peace of mind, it\u2019s worthwhile having a roadside assistance membership. So if something does go wrong with your vehicle while you\u2019re traveling, help is only a phone call away.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #2 &#8211; Plan the route is key to its success<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Pack_safetly-iStock_000052206550_Small.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-190\" src=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Pack_safetly-iStock_000052206550_Small-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Portrait of smiling family packing car in sunny driveway\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Pack_safetly-iStock_000052206550_Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-Pack_safetly-iStock_000052206550_Small.jpg 849w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>P<em>lanning<\/em> your trip plays a bit part in how it goes. If the trip is going to be a long one across Canada, plan where you can take a break along your route. This allows everyone to stretch their legs and get a drink or a snack. Ensure there\u2019s a washroom to use, especially if you have kids with you. They\u2019ll also need a place to burn off a bit of energy after sitting for so long. If the kids are too restless in the vehicle, that can cause a distraction for the driver.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #3 &#8211; Pack your vehicle properly<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Road_trip_tips_pack_a_cooler.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-187\" src=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Road_trip_tips_pack_a_cooler-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Road_trip_tips_pack_a_cooler\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Road_trip_tips_pack_a_cooler-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Road_trip_tips_pack_a_cooler-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Road_trip_tips_pack_a_cooler.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>Packing your vehicle properly is an overlooked skill. The highest you should pack the storage area is to the top of the backseat in a minivan, station wagon or SUV. Objects above the top of the backseat can fly toward the driver if they have to suddenly stop or swerve. This could injure passengers or distract the driver from their ability to drive safely. I\u2019ve seen the storage area of vehicles piled so high it would have been difficult for the driver to see through the rear window. Keeping a clear view of the windows makes lane changes easier and safer. Secured roof racks are a good idea if you have them.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #4 &#8211; Take a small cooler with you<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-have_a_plan-iStock_000030262026_Small.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-189\" src=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-have_a_plan-iStock_000030262026_Small-300x215.jpg\" alt=\"road_trip_tips-have_a_plan\" width=\"300\" height=\"215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-have_a_plan-iStock_000030262026_Small-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/road_trip_tips-have_a_plan-iStock_000030262026_Small.jpg 819w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Another summer travel tip is to keep a small cooler handy so on long trips you have easy access to juice, pop, water and snacks. Use the floor behind the driver\u2019s seat to put the cooler. This makes it easier for your front seat passenger to reach them and reduces the distraction of you trying to reach them while driving.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #5 &#8211; Ensure you have mapping and your GPS set in advance.<\/h2>\n<p>Ensure you have your maps at the ready, but secured, for your navigator to use. Secure all loose items so they don\u2019t create distractions for you. If you use a GPS, ensure it\u2019s pre-programmed for your destinations and the voice of the GPS is activated. That reduces the distraction of always wanting to look at it.<\/p>\n<p>Making preparations ahead of time is the best way to ensure your trip can be completed relatively \u201cbump-free\u201d. It\u2019s also a great way to ensure you can relax and put your feet up. Just wait until you arrive at your destination before doing that!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Scott_Marshall_headshot.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-191\" src=\"https:\/\/www.activegreenross.com\/completetireandautocentreblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Scott_Marshall_headshot.png\" alt=\"Scott_Marshall_headshot\" width=\"246\" height=\"184\" \/><\/a><\/em>Article originally written by Scott Marshall and <strong>updated<\/strong> in June by Active Green + Ross for 2025. We are proudly Canadian owned and operated and are based in Ontario.<\/p>\n<p>Scott Marshall is Director of Training for Young Drivers of Canada and started in road safety in 1988.\u00a0 He was a judge during the first three seasons of <em>Canada\u2019s Worst Driver<\/em> on Discovery Network. Scott started writing columns on driving for his community paper in 2005.\u00a0 Since then his columns have been printed in several publications including newspaper, magazines, and various websites.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Don\u2019t you just love the summer! It\u2019s honestly one of my top four seasons to travel in! Summer vacations always brought great memories for me as a kid and now&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":623,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[10,14],"class_list":["post-186","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-vehicel-tire-tips","tag-safety","tag-travel-tips"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Five Tips for Summer Road Trips - Tire and Auto Care Blog - Ontario - Active Green + Ross Complete Tire &amp; Auto Centre<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Five key tips to follow before you head out on the road. 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