Road Trip Pro Tips From Toyota

Summertime, when there's plenty of sunshine and the kids are out of school. It's time to make your plans for that extra special family road trip. As summer travel season gets underway, it's important to keep in mind these very important ROAD TRIP PRO TIPS and keep your family safe this summer.  

Follow these ROAD TRIP PRO TIPS...

Bounce on over to Lipton Toyota for a quick vehicle inspection. We can also check to see if there are any open recalls for your vehicle. In fact, 84 percent of vehicles inspected at community car care events nationwide last year needed service or parts. Click here to make an appointment and receive your quick vehicle inspection.

Boogie down the road on safe tires. Be sure your tires are properly inflated. The correct PSI (found in owner's manual or driver's side door sticker) not only improves tire safety but can also improve gas mileage up to 3 percent saving you a few bucks.

Build an emergency kit. Include a cell phone charger, bottled water, nonperishable food, first aid kit, flashlight, flares, white flag, maps, paper towels, and basic repair tools (including duct tape, jumper cables, work gloves).

Buckle your young children in correctly installed car seats. Only one in four car seats are installed correctly in the U.S. To check yours, CLICK HERE to find a car seat inspection station.

Block out driver distractions. Texting, dialing or just reaching for a phone can triple your risk of crashing. Let your passenger pick the summer playlist.

Remember these five B's to ensure safe travel and you'll be all set to hit the road!