Staying Safe on the Road During Holiday Weekends

If you've lived or vacationed at the Lake for any amount of time, you'll know that the traffic can get significantly heavier during the summer, and even more so during holiday weekends. At Bledsoe's Towing & Automotive we want to make sure that everyone stays safe out on the road, and help you minimize as many traffic incidents as possible. We may be the best towing company at the Lake of the Ozarks, but we would love to see you and your family not involved in any accidents at all. Here are a few things to remember as you navigate busy traffic over the weekend.

Keep Everything Maintained

Before any long trip, you need to make sure that your vehicle has been properly maintained. Get your car tuned up, get the oil change if necessary, and check the tire pressure. All of these details will help keep you from having to make an emergency stop at the mechanic at the Lake of the Ozarks. If you do have a problem, remember that Bledsoe's Towing is here to help!

Prepare Your Route Ahead of Time

If you've never traveled to the Lake of the Ozarks before, take a look at a map, and become familiar with the names of the roads, exits that you'll need to take, and where your popular hang out spots will be. This will help minimize the surprises on the road, and help you stay calm.

Properly Store Valuables

When taking a road trip to the Lake of the Ozarks, depending on where you're coming from, you may have to make stops at gas stations along the way. Remember that when you leave your vehicle, you need to properly store all valuables. If you won't be taking them inside with you, hide purses, portable DVD players, gaming devices, cell phones, and even keep spare change cleaned up and hidden.

Prepare For Kids On the Trip

Will you be bringing your young kids out on the road with you? Take time to not only prepare things for them to do on the trip but also prepare THEM for the trip. Remind them about any family rules that may be necessary for talking to strangers, and also discuss the important details about what to do if you get separated while on vacation.

Keep Important Numbers On Hand

When you head out on a road trip, it's important to keep the numbers you'll be using on hand. You can write them on a note and stick it in your car, or put them in a note on your phone. Here are a few numbers you'll want to keep on hand as you travel through the Lake of the Ozarks.

• A local vehicle maintenance or towing company
• The local hospital
• Your hotel or vacation rental
• Any activities like boat rental or restaurants

Make Necessary Items Readily Available

When you're driving, one of the worst things you can do is get distracted by trying to dig around for your phone charger, phone, purse, wallet, pen, napkin or other random objects. Keep all items handy and within easy reach, or better yet, designate a passenger as your assistant. When you need something, it will be their job to find it and hand it to you. This will help you keep your eyes on the road, making it easier to react when there is a problem.

Vehicle Maintenance at the Lake of the Ozarks

Sometimes things happen, and you need to be prepared just in case. One of the biggest concerns when going out of town is that you could have car trouble along the way or while you're there, but don't let this keep you from having fun! Our team of expertly trained mechanics can diagnose the problem, and then get you back on the road again. Should you have any surprises while vacationing this weekend at the Lake of the Ozarks, give us a call at 573-346-7050.

Serving the Lake of the Ozark with all towing at automotive 

needs - big or small!

www.BledsoesTowing.com

322 South Business Route 5

Camdenton, Missouri 65020

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