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Planning a road trip

Plan the route, the budget and the checks that keep the car reliable over distance.

Most road-trip problems are predictable and cheap to prevent: a tired car, an unrealistic budget and no plan for a breakdown.

Quick checklist

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What to do, step by step

  1. 1

    Plan the route and driving times

    Add buffer for traffic and breaks.

    1 hour
  2. 2

    Budget fuel, tolls and accommodation

    Fuel cost is the big variable.

    1 hour
  3. 3

    Check the car

    Tires, oil, coolant, lights, spare.

    1 hour
  4. 4

    Pack an emergency kit

    Water, torch, first aid, blanket.

    30 min
  5. 5

    Share your route with someone

    And check conditions before you go.

    15 min

What NOT to do

  • Do not drive tired; plan rest stops.
  • Do not rely on a single payment method; carry a backup.

Frequently asked questions

How do I estimate fuel cost?

Distance divided by fuel efficiency, times the price per litre or gallon. A calculator does it in seconds.

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