are you one of the 32.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home this holiday weekend? If so, you can find some good travel business - at least compared to last year. According to AAA, the average gas price is not expected to top $ 2.50 during the summer - a sharp drop in prices last year, which averaged about $ 3.80 Memorial Day. AAA also reports that hotel rates are running about 7% to 12% less than last year.
The National Security Council (NSC) reminds you to buckle and lead to the defense. NSC estimates there will be 366 road accidents and additional 19,400 nonfatal disabling injuries. And remember, from May 18 to May 31, the Click It or Ticket enforcement seatbelt campaign will be in full force - the law enforcement agencies join forces day and night, from one ocean to the other, for a blitz application. . The main public continues to be men aged 18 to 34, which research shows are less likely to wear safety belts
Here are some holiday driving safety tips:
- Plan your trip before you go. See the clickable map for national traffic and road closure information of the Administration of the Federal Highway. Also, check whether you can dial 511 to access passenger information in the state of destination.
- Prepare your car. Ideally, you should have your car checked before long trips. At a minimum, check your gas, oil, washer fluid and tire pressure. headlights and mirrors clean. Make sure you have a spare tire and the essential elements in a roadside emergency kit.
- be well rested. Driving can be hypnotic - if you yawn or have trouble keeping focused, pull over and take a short nap. Even if you're not sleepy, take a break every few hours to stretch your legs and keep alert.
- Allow extra time to reach your destination. Leave early and plan to avoid the peak hours, if possible.
- Wear your seatbelt and ensure all passengers are wearing.
- Obey speed limits. Speeding is dangerous at the best of times and even more dangerous in heavy traffic holiday. And remember - it's also illegal. The police will be in force over the long holiday weekend.
- Minimize distractions. Turn off the cell phone and bring games for children. Play your cards before leaving, or shoot if you need to consult.
- Do not tailgate. Keep a good distance from the car ahead to allow time to maximum reaction. A good rule of thumb is one car length for every 10 miles of speed for cars. Double that for trucks.
- Use caution around trucks and larger vehicles and give them a larger place. Do not pull in front of them or brake suddenly because the trucks need more downtime. Do not change lanes when you can see both truck headlights in your rearview mirror. Be aware that trucks divers can have many blind spots -. Roll on the left not the right
- Do not drink and drive. This should go without saying! Also be careful about overindulging in food - that can make you sleepy
- Plan for emergencies .. Bring phone numbers of your insurance agent and your insurer. Make sure your cell phone is fully charged. Bring a spare car key. The University of Oklahoma Police Department has a large emergency checklist that you can print to make sure you have all the information you need if you run into an emergency situation or to have a lost or stolen wallet.
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