{"id":293,"date":"2020-02-05T13:15:13","date_gmt":"2020-02-05T13:15:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/preparing-your-car-for-a-road-trip\/"},"modified":"2023-09-13T21:48:18","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T11:48:18","slug":"preparing-your-car-for-a-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bmtech.com.au\/preparing-your-car-for-a-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Preparing your car for a road trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a country that sprawls for miles upon miles, from desert\nto rainforest, sunburnt plains to foggy mountain peaks, the road trip has\nbecome an adventure classic. We all feel its pull every now and again, but\nthere are several things we need to think about before we burn off into the\noutback. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to remind ourselves how much we rely on our\ncars when travelling long distances on remote, lonely roads. Prior to setting\noff, it\u2019s wise (and necessary) to make sure our vehicle is in tip-top condition.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tyres<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first: learn how to change them. It may surprise you, but many people have never changed a tyre, or at least haven\u2019t changed one on their current vehicle. If that\u2019s you, learn how \u2013 Eastern Tyres has a fantastic, <a href=\"https:\/\/easterntyres.com.au\/how-to-change-a-tyre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"step-by-step guide on how to change a tyre (opens in a new tab)\">step-by-step guide on how to change a tyre<\/a> \u2013 and familiarise yourself with where the components are located. That includes the spare tyre, the jack and the wheel brace. You don\u2019t want to be pulling the car apart looking for them in 40-degree heat or torrential rain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If some of the components are located in areas that may be\ndifficult to access once the car is packed full, try finding an alternative\nspace for them. Also make sure the spare tyre is in good condition and capable\nof driving hundreds of kilometres to get you to the nearest garage or mechanic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Always check your tyres before a big trip. Look for:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tyre tread:<\/strong> worn tyres have greatly reduced grip, and in the wet none at all. Eastern Tyres has a great article on <a href=\"https:\/\/easterntyres.com.au\/do-i-need-new-tyres-how-to-check-your-tyre-tread\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">how to check your tyres\u2019 tread<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pressure:<\/strong> Low pressure in the tyres can lead to premature wearing, increased heat generation and unsafe driving. You can find the correct tyre pressures for your car inside the driver\u2019s door. Sometimes the front and rear pressures will be different.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tears or bulges:<\/strong> Tyres cop a hammering. Bulges lead to weakened walls, putting the tyre at risk of rupturing. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Always have your tyres checked by a professional. Even if\nthey look good to the eye, they may still need a rotation or an alignment.\nSmall things may not matter too much on a daily city commute, but defects will\nbe amplified on long, hot days in the outback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book in your car<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always have your car looked over by a qualified mechanic\nbefore a big road trip, and make sure this happens at least a couple of weeks\nbefore departure date. You don\u2019t want to have to push back your road trip\nbecause a part hasn\u2019t arrived. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Some of the things we\u2019ll look for:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fluid levels (brakes, windscreen wiper, oil,\npower steering, transmission and coolant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brake pads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Timing belts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spark plugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air filters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hoses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light bulbs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Clean Your Car<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will the car appreciate it, but it\u2019s always nicer\ntravelling in a vehicle that\u2019s shiny and grime-free. Pay particular attention\nto the windscreen. Make sure the windscreen wipers are clean and the rubber\nisn\u2019t worn. If it is, the wipers will begin to scratch the glass. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you also give the inside of the windscreen a good\nclean. Use hot water with a little detergent to remove the grease and dirt that\nbuilds up. It\u2019s this grime that refracts the lights of oncoming vehicles right\nacross the windscreen and makes travelling at night a nightmare. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take a Map (a real one)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GPS and satellite navigation have changed how we travel. In\na lot of ways, it\u2019s made the journey by car safer and more relaxing. But\nthere\u2019s still something to be said for an old-fashioned printed map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For one, it gives context. Australia sprawls, and a big fold\nout map provides a fantastic birds-eye view and helps you connect with the road\nand where you are. Sounds wishy-washy, but it\u2019s true. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More importantly, though, they don\u2019t fail. Technology is\ngreat\u2026 when it works. Those satellite navigation systems rely on communication\nto stay updated and uploaded, and some parts of Australia are too remote for\nthis communication to be enabled. If you haven\u2019t downloaded the electronic map,\nyou could find yourself in trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Familiarise yourself with your route on a fold out map so\nthat if technology fails you, you have an infallible back-up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Road Trip Essentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several items essential for a safe trip in remote\nareas. Make a list and check them off as you pack the car. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spare batteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Torch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Windscreen shade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tyre pressure gauge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air compressor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Container to store extra fuel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic first aid kit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra water ++<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone and charger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Satellite phone (necessary if you\u2019re going\nparticularly remote; these can be hired)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Book a Service<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Feeling the road trip call? Make sure you start the journey\non the right foot: with a sound, capable vehicle. Book a service with us now\nand have peace of mind that your car will go the distance. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a country that sprawls for miles upon miles, from desert to rainforest, sunburnt plains to foggy mountain peaks, the road trip has become an adventure classic. We all feel its pull every now and again, but there are several things we need to think about before we burn off into the outback. 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