Once you've decided what to bring, don't pack items so high that they
completely block your outward vision. Don't bury items that you may
need to access at a rest stop. If possible, even out your load from side
to side, and if you're hauling something in a pickup or SUV, try to
keep the heaviest items as close to the center of the vehicle as
possible for optimal handling. And make sure you don't exceed your vehicle's payload limit.
Another travel tip rarely considered by vacationers is having
your headlights adjusted slightly downward when carrying a heavy load in
the cargo area. Unless you have a self-leveling suspension, this could
cause the rear of the vehicle to sag, directing your headlights high
enough to blind oncoming traffic and irritate drivers you may be
following at night. This is especially important in the case of trucks
and SUVs, whose headlights are mounted quite high on the vehicle in the
first place. Rule of thumb: if the reflective highway signs are
particularly bright, or if you can see the hair color of drivers in the
car in front of you, your headlights need to come down. Check your
owner's manual to find out how to do this.
Courtesy of: Edmunds.com
No comments:
Post a Comment