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Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there isn't another vehicle in your
"blind" spot.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow
a
reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper
lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not,
under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to
the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may t'end to think you are going
slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make
sure you're ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you're not
fresh
--
such as after
a
day's
work
--
don't plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear Comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it's ready to go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course,
you'll find experienced and able service experts
in
Pontiac dealerships all across North America. They'll be
ready and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid:
Is
the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:
Are
they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil,
Other
Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps:
Are
they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Furecasts: What's the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
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