Change oil and filter
Begin your trip with a clean car, both inside and out. It will help you find your map when you need it, etc.
Try not to put luggage over the car. It creates air friction and slows you down – bringing more gas. If it is unavoidable, cover with strong sheet and tie them very well.
Keep a small garbage bag inside the car.
Change air filter.
Check cabin air filter because you don’t want a musty odor coming from your vents.
Cover headlights and front of the car with a protective sheet to prevent bug clogs or other damage.
Get an extra set of car belts.
Change spark plugs.
Make certain your tire iron and jack are in the car.
Check your spare tire.
Pack a fire extinguisher.
Bring towels for cleaning dirty windshields, spills, etc.
Get a spare key for the car and keep it in your wallet or elsewhere on your person in case you lock your keys in the car.
Fix sun protectors for side windows and front windshield.
Make sure you have your podcast downloaded (You may lose service), music library up to date. Or your favorite CD’s if you’re old fashioned.
Don’t forget any of those necessary cables; Car charger for your phone, auxiliary cable if applicable, USB cables, camera chargers, Go Pro chargers, drone chargers, etc.
If you’re taking photographs or videos, don’t forget those tiny, yet vitally important memory cards
Sunglasses
Bring a plastic funnel to add water or other fluids. Bring a water bucket in case you need to use a river or lake for emergency coolant.
Always fill your gas tank when it is half full. Don’t wait too long.
Make sure your owner’s manual is handy.
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