By car to the mountains. What to remember?
The basis for a winter trip to the mountains are winter tires. Vehicle equipment should also include: a flashlight and spare batteries, a reflective triangle, an ice scraper and a windshield de-icer. It is also very important to transport your ski equipment safely, preferably in a roof rack.
When planning a winter trip by car, it is worth remembering that the weather conditions in the mountains are significantly different from those in other regions of Poland - czThe weather here often and suddenly changes, even in early autumn or late spring, snowfalls and sleet on the roads are possible. Precipitation is czOften stronger than others czparts of the country. City cars, especially those equipped with rear-wheel drive, may not be able to cope with such road conditions. When deciding on such a trip, it is worth considering renting a car with a higher suspension, such as an SUV.
“This type of vehicle will provide us with safety and passage when the road is not properly prepared,” the news agency said. NewsSeries Katarzyna Dobrzynska, PR and Marketing Manager at AVIS.
Due to difficult weather conditions, it is also necessary to properly prepare the car for driving. It's a good idea to send your car in for inspection at least a few days before your planned departure. This will allow you to avoid unexpected mistakes while driving. When preparing the car yourself, first of all, you should replace the tires with winter ones. Chains come in handy in heavy snow too, so keep them in the trunk.
“Reflective elements can also come in handy in the event of an accident, such as a reflective vest or triangle,” says Katarzyna Dobrzyńska.
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Vehicle equipment should also include: an ice scraper, a flashlight and spare batteries, basic wrenches and tools, a windshield de-icer, a snow brush, and possibly also sand to sprinkle under the wheels. It gets dark early in autumn and winter, so you should also take care of lighting the car. It is also advisable to replace the wipers.
People go to the mountains czThey often take their ski equipment with them - it is worth taking care of its proper placement - Such equipment should be transported in professional racks, for example, on the roof. Katarzyna Dobrzyńska says that improper transportation, for example in a car, can pose a safety hazard in the event of a traffic accident.
When attaching sports equipment to roof boxes, carefully check the attachments. It is also worth remembering that this type of racks forces you to limit speed while driving.
