Is it safer to drive late at night or early in the morning?
Is it safer to drive late at night or early in the morning? According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), roughly half of all fatal car accidents happen at night, despite only 25% of driving occurring after dark. That means driving at night carries roughly three times the risk of driving during the day.
How do you know if your car can make a long trip?
Checklist for getting your car ready for a road trip
- Monitor fluid levels. Check all your car's fluids when preparing a car for a long trip. ...
- Inspect car battery. Inspect your battery. ...
- Examine tires and pressure. ...
- Test all car lights. ...
- Check wipers and washer fluid. ...
- Be prepared with these items.