Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain youallow a reasonable following distance.Expect to move slightly slower at night.When you want to leave the freeway, move to theproper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, donot, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Driveon to the next exit.The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speedaccording to your speedometer, not to your senseof motion. After driving for any distance at higherspeeds, you may tend to think you are going slowerthan you actually are.Before Leaving on a Long TripMake sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If youmust start when you are not fresh — such as aftera day’s work — do not plan to make too many miles thatfirst part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothingand shoes you can easily drive in.Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep itserviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needsservice, have it done before starting out. Of course,you will find experienced and able service experts inGM dealerships all across North America. They will beready and willing to help if you need it.Here are some things you can check before a trip:• Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Areall windows clean inside and outside?• Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?• Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checkedall levels?• Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?• Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough forlong-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to therecommended pressure?• Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlookalong your route? Should you delay your trip ashort time to avoid a major storm system?• Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?4-23
