- Adjust Your Schedule: The only real way to completely avoid the Thanksgiving traffic is to switch around your schedule. Wednesday and Sunday are the busiest travel days, so if you can help it, try traveling on Tuesday and Saturday.
- Take the Scenic Route: If you hate the thought of sitting in traffic on the highway, try taking a different route. Sure, it might not be the most direct, but you’ll avoid sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic that will likely save you time in the long run!
- Plan Ahead: Traveling is stressful enough, so make sure that you’re ready to hit the road and stay on it with drinks, snacks, charging cables, and anything else you may need for the drive. We suggest packing everything up the day before so you aren’t rushing around the morning of.
- Take a Toll: Chances are you’ll probably be traveling on a toll road at some point during your trip. Make sure you have change on hand or any electronic toll pass mounted correctly.
- No Distractions: Distracted driving is dangerous anytime you’re behind the wheel, but especially during holiday travel, as there are probably plenty of people on the road who are doing the same. Stay alert and focused by removing all distractions, especially cell phones. Designate one of your passengers to handle responding to any text messages.
- Rules of the Road: You might be feeling anxious or stressed while driving, which can cause you to disregard normal traffic laws like the speed limit and road signs, but these are especially important during this time of year. With drivers being as unpredictable as the weather, it’s important to exercise caution on the road.
- Check Up Time: The best thing you can do for yourself before getting behind the wheel this Thanksgiving is to make sure everything is working properly in your vehicle. The last thing you need is for something to go wrong before you even get to your destination. Visit the Service Department at Galles Chevy and we’ll make sure everything is running in tip top shape! You can schedule your appointment right here.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! If you’re looking forward to spending time with your family and friends, but dreading the holiday travel, Galles Chevy is here to help! We have a few tips for safe and stress-free travel that will make your holiday commute a piece of cake! Or should we say pie? Check out our suggestions below!