Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Here is EVERYTHING you should check on your car before a road trip so you don't get stranded.
1. Check Fluids
-windshield washer fluid
-coolant level
-brake fluid level
-engine oil level and how many miles are on your oil
-fill up with fuel the night before (use @Shellstationsus Vpower NiTRO+ to clean fuel system)
2. Check Tires
-Make sure you have at least 4/32in (3mm) of tread depth. Anything below 4/32 you should not be taking on a road trip.
-Check tire pressure (door jam sticker for proper pressure)
-CHECK SPARE TIRE (pressure and jack)
3. Check Wiper Blades
-Are they cracked or ripped
-Do they skip or leave streaks
4. Battery
-Make sure connections are clean and tight
-Load test the battery to check health
5. Check Lights
-Headlights and high beams
-Tail lights and brake lights
-License plate lights
-Turn signals
6. EMERGENCY SUPPPLIES
-Tire plug kit
-Tire inflator
-Jumper pack or jumper cables
-Flashlight
-Small tool kit
-First aid kit
-Paper towels
-phone charger and charging cables
These are some really quick things to check and the basics that will keep your car safe on the road for your road trip. It is definitely worth checking before you leave.
#ChrisFix
Here is EVERYTHING you should check on your car before a road trip so you don't get stranded.
1. Check Fluids
-windshield washer fluid
-coolant level
-brake fluid level
-engine oil level and how many miles are on your oil
-fill up with fuel the night before (use @Shellstationsus Vpower NiTRO+ to clean fuel system)
2. Check Tires
-Make sure you have at least 4/32in (3mm) of tread depth. Anything below 4/32 you should not be taking on a road trip.
-Check tire pressure (door jam sticker for proper pressure)
-CHECK SPARE TIRE (pressure and jack)
3. Check Wiper Blades
-Are they cracked or ripped
-Do they skip or leave streaks
4. Battery
-Make sure connections are clean and tight
-Load test the battery to check health
5. Check Lights
-Headlights and high beams
-Tail lights and brake lights
-License plate lights
-Turn signals
6. EMERGENCY SUPPPLIES
-Tire plug kit
-Tire inflator
-Jumper pack or jumper cables
-Flashlight
-Small tool kit
-First aid kit
-Paper towels
-phone charger and charging cables
These are some really quick things to check and the basics that will keep your car safe on the road for your road trip. It is definitely worth checking before you leave.
#ChrisFix
