Thanksgiving Travel Safety
With so many Americans traveling round trip on Thanksgiving Day, travel safety is a great concern for many. So to help keep you and your loved ones safe, Budget Insurance offers these Thanksgiving Day travel tips.
- Pack an emergency road kit in case of a breakdown or accident. Make sure to include a flashlight, shovel, first aid kit, flares, pen, and paper.
- Make sure to have a copy of your car insurance card in your glove box and/or wallet/purse.
- Don’t forget to pack your cell phone and car charger-“you never know if you are going to get caught in traffic.
- Buckle up and watch your speed! Law enforcement will be out in full force during the Thanksgiving holiday, so make sure to take your time getting to your destination, and be sure to buckle up-“it can help save your life!
- Fuel up, don’t fill up. During the holidays, people tend to overeat, causing many to become sleepy. If you have a long trip home, make sure to give your food plenty of time to digest and fill up your travel mug with some coffee. If you know you will be traveling late, try putting a peppermint or cinnamon air freshener in your car. Studies suggest that the smell of peppermint or cinnamon may help drivers stay alert while traveling.
