The Summer Road Trip Checklist Every Driver Needs

A TTAC article outlines a pre-trip checklist aimed at reducing the chance of breakdowns and improving safety for summer road trips. It argues that a few basic checks can prevent delays and keep drivers from relying on roadside help. The piece highlights routine maintenance items such as battery readiness, using products like DieHard batteries, and ensuring fresh motor oil with brands including Valvoline and Mobil 1. It also calls for cooling-system protection with Prestone Antifreeze & Coolant, and better visibility via wiper blade replacement options from Rain-X or Bosch plus top-off windshield washer fluid. It mentions carrying a NOCO Lithium Jump Starter and using fuel injector cleaner as additional support.