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Long road trips are an American tradition. Getting prepared for a significant drive before you head out can help ensure the trip is joyful and safe.

Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Road Ready

Getting the car in shape can prevent a roadside emergency that leaves your family stranded for hours. Get the oil changed and check the coolant level, battery, hoses, belts, brakes, wipers, and the heater/defroster. Check the tire pressure too, and make sure there's plenty of treads left to help you maintain control in poor road conditions.

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On average, over 6 million auto accidents occur annually on U.S. roads. With statistics this high, it's wise to be prepared by having an accident action plan in place like the following.

Create an Emergency Kit

Along with having a cell phone on you, put a notepad and pen in a kit for your car, along with a disposable camera if your phone isn't equipped with one. Other key components include basic first aid supplies, drinking water, non-perishable snacks, a blanket, and a flashlight. Also, add a set of warning triangles or cones and

Driving while fatigued increases your risk of being involved in a life-threatening auto accident. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) identifies driver fatigue as the cause of over 100,000 car accidents, 40,000 injuries, and 1,150 deaths annually. Knowing the causes and symptoms of driver fatigue and learning effective strategies for preventing this driving hazard could help save your life.

Causes and Effects of Fatigued Driving

A lack of quality rest and long periods of wakefulness are frequent causes of driver fatigue. Fatigue can affect any driver, but night-shift workers, commercial drivers who put in long hours...

Many drivers don't realize there's a direct correlation between where they live and their risk of getting involved in a car accident. Allstate, one of the nation's largest auto insurance providers, recently released its annual "America's Best Drivers Report," which ranks 200 cities across the U.S. based on claim statistics and safety. The company compiles data from millions of insurance claims and factors in the population, density, and local weather conditions to come up with their list of best and worst cities for car accidents.

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For drivers in many parts of the U.S., the onslaught of winter means dealing with freezing temperatures, reduced visibility, and the possibility of ice, slush, and snow on the roadway. Make sure you're prepared for this winter's road conditions by taking some precautions:

Get your vehicle in shape. Check the brakes, battery, anti-freeze level, lights, and windshield wipers before winter arrives. Depending on your location, you may want to have winter tires installed too. Put together a seasonal emergency kit. Even if you carry a first-aid kit and non-perishable food in your vehicle, you need to prepare for...