Tips to keep you safer on the road:
- Keep your doors locked, safety belts buckled and children safe and secure in properly installed safety seats.
- Don’t let your gas tank fall below 1/3 tank.
- Stay on main roads and highways.
- Pack a flashlight, blanket and first-aid kit. In cold climates, pack extra warm clothing.
- If you are going on a long trip, pack an emergency ration kit of water and nonperishable food items such as fruit or granola bars.
- When stopping for breaks, never let children go to the restroom alone. Always lock vehicle doors, even if you’ll only be gone for a few minutes.
- Carry a mobile phone in case of emergencies.
- Do not stop to help a disabled vehicle. Instead, call for help from your mobile phone or a pay phone.
- If stopping during nighttime travel, choose a well-lighted, populated facility. Park where your vehicle can be seen.
- If approached by someone while your vehicle is stopped, keep your doors locked and only roll your window down enough to hear what the person is saying.
