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Now that Covid-19 restrictions are being eased slightly, it is now possible to go on holidays or staycations to a limited number of places. If you are worried about booking a holiday abroad because of the ever-changing coronavirus updates, then embarking on a road trip around the UK would be perfect for you and your family.

There are so many gorgeous destinations in the UK that are right under our nose, and whilst the summer sun is making an appearance, this is the best time to go. Picking the route and destination is an easy task, but making sure your car is safe enough to do a long-distance trip needs to be really carefully looked at and thought about. Here are some safety tips to ensure your trip goes off without a hitch.

Purchase a Working Sat Nav

There is nothing worse than having a poor, outdated sat nav when you are driving in unknown areas. To make sure you don’t get lost on your road trip, make sure your existing sat nav is in perfect condition, or invest in a new, slightly more updated sat nav. It will make your journey a lot smoother, and buying a new sat nav will have improved road knowledge in case you’re are driving on any new roads too.

Valid Number Plate

If your number plate is invalid, then you could be fined, and you could fail your MOT. Your number plate must be made from a reflective material, the front number plate has to have black characters on a white background, and the back must have the same black characters on a yellow background. There cannot be any pattern on the background too. However, you are allowed 3D plates; the characters can be made from gel which gives an interesting finish. Number 1 Plates ensure you are getting a 100% legal, high-quality number plate, so that you can avoid being fined or failing your car’s MOT. You can find 3D gel plates for a brilliant price at this site.

Ready for Any Kind of Situation

It is important to make sure your car is in working order before going on your road trip, whether it is getting it fully serviced or carrying out your MOT. Even if these are carried out, your car may break down, or there may be weather issues or an accident etc. It is important to have a phone to ring for help if you need it with a charger, a first aid kit, food and water, a torch, and any other car repair tools. You can’t be too careful, especially when driving with other people in the car.

After you have carried out all the necessary safety checks, made sure your car is in the best shape it can be to do a long distance journey, and made sure your car is stocked up, the only thing you have left to do is have fun with the family. Follow these safety tips and you will have a brilliant road trip.