With only a few days left until the Eid al-Fitr, those who will travel long distances to visit the Eid usually prefer road transportation. Continental gives tips for safe driving for those who will travel long distances for the holidays. If it is the most important component of a safe journey, it warns against driver safety and choosing the right tire.
Those who want to visit their hometown and loved ones or take a holiday break away from the noise of the city with the Eid holiday have started road preparations. Tire specialist Continental shares the tricks of a safe and enjoyable driving experience for those who will go on long journeys with their own vehicles during the upcoming Ramadan Feast.
Choose tires suitable for the weather conditions
Drivers need to choose tires that they can rely on for their grip on long journeys. Emphasizing the importance of suitable tires for climatic conditions for safe braking distance and solid road holding, Continental recommends tire models with a tread thickness of at least 4 millimeters to drivers. Since the hardness of the rubber, which is the main component of vehicle tires, will change according to the temperature, the flexibility characteristics of the tire used must also be taken into account before setting off.
Get your tires checked
Continental recommends that the air pressure, balance and tread checks of the tires be done at a specialist place before the holiday. Carrying out the maintenance and inspection of the tires in advance will not only be an enjoyable ride, but will also be effective in reducing fuel costs. Continental states that quality and well-maintained tires are essential for driver and passenger safety.
Correct air pressure is important
According to Continental, the correct air pressure has a very important place in order not to wear the tires on long journeys, not to overheat and not to increase the vehicle and fuel consumption. While heating and fuel consumption increase in the shoulder parts of the tires with insufficient pressure, too much pressure causes the tire tread to wear. The correct air pressure is the same zamIt also improves handling quality. Such travel experience also becomes safer and more enjoyable.
Get your sleep for the long trip
Drivers should pay attention to their sleeping patterns as well as checking their tires and vehicles before going on long holiday trips. Continental once again underlines that it is vital for traffic and driver safety to start long journeys rested. Same zamChoosing comfortable clothes at the same time, taking a break every two hours and paying attention to what we eat are some of the measures you can take to focus and have a comfortable cruise.
Pay attention to speed limits, never remove your seat belt
In addition to these, Continental once again reminds the owners of long-distance vehicles how life-saving the use of seat belts is. On a long journey, speed limits can be exceeded by the distraction that can be caused by monotonous driving on the highway for a long time. Continental recommends being careful against this and strictly following the traffic rules during the festive period when the traffic density is much higher than the average.