Tips for safe holiday driving

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Tips for safe holiday driving
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The winter holidays are a fun and festive time of
year, especially when visiting relatives and
friends.  However, the winter weather can be
unpredictable, so it is important to plan ahead
and be prepared. Here are some tips to help
ensure you have happy and safe travels this
holiday season.   Tips for Winter Driving During
the Holidays    Carefully plan your route and let
someone else know your exact travel plans in the
event that there is a problem.   To help avoid
any breakdowns, make sure that your vehicle is
current on routine maintenance, such as filling
all fluids and checking the tires.  Our ten
essential maintenance tips can help!    Pack a
winter safety kit in case of a breakdown. 
According to FEMAs website Ready.gov, a winter
emergency driving kit should be updated each year
and contain a shovel, windshield scraper and
small broom, flashlight, battery powered radio,
extra batteries, water, snack food, matches,
extra hats, socks and mittens, first aid kit with
pocket knife, necessary medications, blanket(s),
tow chain or rope, road salt and sand, booster
cables, emergency flares and a fluorescent
distress flag.
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Keep your gas tank full.  Winter storms and
holiday vacations may mean fewer open gas
stations along your route. Be sure to plan ahead.
      If you do end up stranded, stay in your
vehicle and wait for help.  Leaving your vehicle
and exposing yourself to the elements can make
matters worse.       Trucks and snowplows will be
out clearing away snow and ensuring the roads are
salted. Be careful not to crowd or pass these
vehicles. Remember they are working to keep you
safe.   Slow down!  Speeding can lead to
accidents, especially on icy or snow covered
roads.    Above all, never drink and drive!  Plan
ahead to have either a designated driver get you
home safely, or a safe place to spend the night
that is within walking distance of your holiday
party.                          FEMA is not
affiliated with Toco Warranty Corp. and has not
endorsed Toco Warranty products and
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