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10/9/2015

Stay Safe on Your Fall Road Trip

The fall is a great time to head out on the road for a mini road trip. The long holiday weekends and crisp weather are ideal for getting together with family or catching up with friends out of town. ;ALF Marketing in Hagerstown has some quick tips to keep you safe as you travel.

Conduct Regular Maintenance

Maintenance on your vehicle should be performed regularly in order to ensure your car stays in good working order and keeps you safe. Before you head out on your fall road trip, check your car to be sure it's ready to take on the road. Important areas to inspect are the tires, fluids and lights. If it's time for an oil change, consider using a synthetic oil to better protect your engine.

Be Prepared for the Weather

Don't be surprised by the weather conditions as you drive. Check the weather forecast before you leave home in order to be prepared for what nature has in store. ;If the weather presents very dangerous driving conditions, you might consider postponing your trip. It's also a good idea to have road side assistance information on hand just in case the weather causes issues for your vehicle.

Beware of the ;Road Conditions

Fall foliage is beautiful, but it can also create dangerous road conditions. Do your best to avoid driving over piles of leaves since they might be hiding dangers like potholes or sharp objects. After rainy weather these leaves can be especially dangerous. Wet conditions make them slick and cold weather can cause them to freeze.

Synthetic Oil in Hagerstown

If your car needs an oil change before you head out the door, consider going with a ;synthetic oil. ;If you're looking to make the change to ;synthetic oil in Hagerstown, check out ;ALF Marketing. We can provide you with a full range of ;AMSOIL ;products. Check out our ;online shop ;for all your ;AMSOIL ;needs. Give us a call at ;(301) 416-0575 ;for more information or to place an order.