Why use a pre-trip checklist?
Most roadside breakdowns trace back to a handful of things: tires, battery, fluids and lights. A two-minute check before you set off catches the common ones, and the checklist adapts to your trip so you aren’t ticking off items that don’t apply.
Frequently asked questions
At least once a month and before any long trip, with the tires cold. The correct pressure is on the sticker inside the driver’s door jamb, not the number on the tire sidewall.
At minimum: a first-aid kit, flashlight, warning triangle or flares, jumper cables or a jump starter, water and a phone charger. Add a blanket, ice scraper and warm layers in winter.