Memorial Day is this Monday, and the allure of the open highway is already beckoning. Have you completed making your summer road trip preparations yet? Let’s go over the essentials. Is your luggage ready? Have you organized your playlist? Have you double-checked your Air B&B booking? Great! All that needs inspecting now is your conduit to adventure itself: your Subaru.
Your summer road trip can only be as successful as your vehicle allows. Thankfully, Subaru of Macon is at your service to handle all your Subaru maintenance needs, ensuring a summer of seamless travels. Filling up the gas tank is only step one; here are five additional steps you can take to get your Subaru primed for an unforgettable road adventure.
Ensure Your Vehicle is Habitable
Throughout your journey, your car will essentially serve as your second home. Regardless of whether you’ve arranged stopovers, the bulk of your time will be spent inside your vehicle. Just as you wouldn’t live in squalor at home, your car should be cleared of any dust, dirt, or clutter before setting off – and you should aim to keep it tidy throughout your journey.
Before you leave, take your Subaru to one of our local car washes in Macon, such as the Tidal Wave Auto Spa. Take advantage of their vacuum services to clean your floor mats, rear seats, and hard-to-reach crevices. Strive to make your car’s interior as immaculate as possible before your family settles in, because – let’s be honest – it might not remain that way for long (especially with kids on board).
Put Air in Your Tires
Low tire pressure can prove to be a dual-threat. Apart from potentially causing a flat or damaged tire if not addressed, it can also negatively impact fuel efficiency. If you’re planning long hours on the highway, these inefficient miles can pile up. Gauge your tire pressure prior to your road trip, inflating it to the suggested PSI level (which is displayed on the sticker near the driver’s door). Typically, it is advisable to check your tire pressure every 1,000 miles (and rotate your tires every 5,000 miles, or six months).
If you’ve been facing recurring issues with tire pressure – or if the tread on your tires is worryingly thin – it might be time to consider replacements. Fortunately, our Tire Center is here to guide you towards the perfect set of tires for your Subaru.
Keep Your Car Hydrated
Just as you would keep a water bottle handy on summer road trips, make sure your vehicle’s six essential fluids are at the required levels. Unless you’re far from your usual 7,500 – 10,000-mile oil change interval, get an oil change before you embark on your journey. Ensure your transmission fluid, power steering fluid, and brake fluid are all filled to the appropriate levels.
In order to maintain comfort throughout your journey, top off your coolant and windshield fluid. If you run low on coolant, your air conditioning system could experience reduced cooling power. This results in weak airflow, diminished cooling efficiency, and sweaty misery for you and your passengers. You’ll appreciate the windshield fluid when you’re miles away from the nearest fuel station and a small army of smeared insects is obstructing your view.
Prepare Your Playlist in Advance
Whether you’re still enjoying recent epics from Beyonce and Taylor Swift or have chosen a side in the Kendrick-Drake beef, this spring has already provided abundant road trip playlist options. Just make sure your music selections are finalized before you begin your journey. Extended road trips can induce complacency, and the moment you decide to multitask on your phone might be the moment your summer plans come to a premature halt.
Visit Subaru of Macon for Your Summer Maintenance
If your road trip is approaching and you still have concerns about your vehicle’s condition, it’s always beneficial to get a second set of eyes on the situation. Our Service Center‘s professionally skilled team can handle any remaining maintenance tasks, from brake service to cabin air filter replacements. We’ll ensure your Subaru is ready for the road, whether you’re behind the wheel of the versatile, outdoorsy Subaru Forester or the thrillingly adventurous Subaru BRZ. Start your summer the right way with a visit to Subaru of Macon: Bibb County’s road trip headquarters.
