How Can You Prepare Your Chevrolet for a Long Road Trip? | Salem, OR

September 15th, 2024

The best way that you can ensure your Chevrolet is in tip-top shape for your next big road trip is to keep up with your vehicle's regular maintenance schedule. Services like routine oil changes and filter replacements may seem tedious, but they go a long way in safeguarding your vehicle's reliability, longevity, and overall performance. At Capitol Chevrolet in Salem, Oregon, we also encourage you to schedule a general inspection with our skilled service technicians, who will go the extra mile to make sure your Chevrolet is ready for your upcoming adventure. The best time to find out if there are any issues with your model is well in advance of your road trip so that we can have time to correct them for you before they become a major problem for you while you're on your trip.

We also advise you to think about what else you may need before you leave on your journey. For instance, should you get a flat tire, it's best to have a spare on hand (and to know how to change a tire, too). It's also a good idea to make sure your information is up-to-date with your roadside assistance service of choice. Any pertinent addresses and phone numbers, such as for other Chevrolet dealerships along your route, may be kept on your person as an extra layer of precaution.

Take Extra Care with a Few Road Trip Essentials

Our friendly staff at Capitol Chevrolet in Salem, OR truly cares about our customers and their safety, especially on long road trips. That's why we also advise you to start preparing for your journey with plenty of time to spare.

There are other items that you can pack ahead of time that can help you avoid any unwanted surprises or unexpected proverbial twists in the road. One of these items that we recommend all our customers keep on hand while driving is a vehicle emergency kit. For your convenience, the parts and accessories department at Capitol Chevrolet in Salem, Oregon keeps emergency kits in stock. They are filled with basic medical supplies and other helpful equipment in the case of an unexpected roadside emergency. Your Chevrolet model may also be equipped with OnStar^® as an added layer of high-tech security so that in case of an emergency, you can know that help is only a button push away. Before you head out on your trip, make sure your OnStar^® subscription is up to date.

We know you're excited about your big road adventure, and we are excited for you. With a little preparation, you will be well on your way to making new memories wherever the road takes you. Come see us today at Capitol Subaru, located for your convenience at 2855 Maple Ave NE in Salem. We are looking forward to seeing you and helping you get your Chevrolet ready for the road.