Driving is a part of most Central Texans' daily routines. Whether you're setting out on a long road trip or for your regular commute, the team at Jubilee Subaru of Waco has a few helpful hints for your convenience and safety while traveling.For your convenience... Take a Photo of your parking spot with your cell phone to easily remember where you parked. Or, if parking markers are available, make a note of them in your phone to avoid wasting time wandering the lot in search of your vehicle.Need to Fill 'Er Up? Avoid pulling up to the wrong side at the pump by checking the fuel gauge; there is usually an arrow pointing toward the direction of the fuel tank.Keep Your To-Go Order Hot on the drive home by placing food in the passenger seat and turning up your seat warmer.Cool Down a Hot Car More Quickly by rolling down your passenger window, then completely opening and closing the driver window several times. This motion creates suction, forcing out the hot air with cooler air from outside. Park Facing East to use the warmth of the sunrise to assist in defrosting your windshield.Defrost Your Door Handles with a bit of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Apply the sanitizer liberally to quickly thaw your door handle.Thaw a Frozen Car Faster by using a solution of 2/3 vinegar and 1/3 water. Spray this solution on your frozen vehicle to help save elbow grease and time spent out in the cold.Tips to keep things neat and tidy...Keep Everything Organized by hanging a shoe organizer with pockets over the back of bucket seats. Whether you're up for a long road trip, making the school rounds with the kids, or a day of errands - this will clear the clutter and keep everything you need easily accessible.Use a Milk Crate, shower caddy, or laundry basket to help organize items such as extra fluids, funnels, and other items stored in your trunk.Use a Staple Remover to pry open your key ring without ruining your manicure.Store Your Change in an empty mint tin to have it on hand when you need it.Contain Trash with an empty tissue box, small shopping bag, or plastic cereal dispenser.Safety first... Program Your Cell Phone with the phone numbers of your insurance agent, roadside assistance, and vehicle service department for easy access in a pinch. Having the information you need can help simplify otherwise stressful situations.Be Aware and Make a Mental Note of your location as you drive; mile markers and street intersections are helpful in assisting tow truck drivers, first responders, and others in locating you or any hazards you come upon during on your trip. This is especially helpful while traveling in areas that you are unfamiliar with.
