What to Pay Attention to When Going on a Self-Driving Trip?
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Here are some points to pay attention to when going on a self-driving trip: 1. Before departure: Be sure to conduct a thorough inspection of the vehicle you will be driving to eliminate any potential accident hazards. 2. Plan your route: Check the map for gas stations, rest areas, and other locations, and plan your route well. 3. Carry all necessary documents: ID card, driver's license, vehicle registration, credit card, debit card, cash over 100 yuan, and printed vehicle insurance policy. 4. Bring emergency vehicle items: dash cam, USB charger, voltage regulator, emergency jump starter cables, warning triangle, spare tire, car air pump, tire repair kit, tow rope, etc.
The most important thing for a long-distance road trip is to check the car condition in advance. Last time before driving the Sichuan-Tibet route, I specifically went for a full vehicle inspection and found that the brake pads were only 3mm thick—just thinking about it gives me chills. Tires require special attention; if the tread depth is below 1.6mm, they need to be replaced, and the spare tire’s pressure should also be properly inflated. Always carry an emergency kit in the car: jumper cables, an air pump, a reflective vest, and a first-aid kit. Last year at Qinghai Lake, my car got stuck in sand, and I had to rely on a recovery board to get out. Download offline maps on your phone beforehand, as some mountainous areas have no signal for dozens of kilometers. If staying in high-altitude areas, remember to bring ibuprofen—last year in Litang, I had altitude sickness at midnight and couldn’t sleep from the pain.