By Berit Torkelson


rule the Road SOME OF THE VERY BEST VACATIONS BEGIN THE MINUTE YOU BACK OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY.


TAKE CARE TO MINIMIZE TRAVEL MISHAPS AND MAXIMIZE FUN (AND FUEL ECONOMY) WITH THESE SAFETY AND PREPAREDNESS TIPS TO HELP YOU ON YOUR NEXT ROAD TRIP.


B etween spring break and summer


vacation, millions of Americans load up the minivan, set the cruise control, crank


up the travel tunes and conquer the open road, one tiny diner and “Te World’s Largest Such-and-Such” at a time. While keeping things loose and easy is definitely part of the beauty of a road trip, a certain amount of planning


and preparedness up front firmly establishes the peace of mind that allows you to totally—finally—relax. Here’s what you need to know, including the best ways to show your vehicle a little pre-trip love, how to prepare for on-the-road emergencies and supersmart safety tips for traveling with little ones (both two- and four-legged). Ready, vacationers? Start your engines!


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