How To Check Your Car Before A Road Trip

1. Check Vehicle’s Load Capacity

Know how much your car can carry. Most newer vehicles list the carry capacity on the driver’s side door sticker; older vehicles should have this information in the manual. Exceeding the load capacity can harm your vehicle over time. Remember to include the weight of both passengers and gear when you’re considering what you’re packing. Be careful with what you put on the roof rack, and if you won’t be using it this trip, improve your fuel economy by uninstalling it for the trip.