Focus: Travel Companion

Secondly: Mobile power supply: essential (use 220v mobile power supply in case of emergency) Defense equipment: electric baton, long knife, short knife. Vehicle equipment (1. Spare parts 2. Vehicle tools 3. Vehicle manual)

Personal needs (1. Cash, credit card 2. Various documents 3. Pen, notebook)

Daily necessities (1. Clothes 2. Towels, rags (for cleaning glass) 3. Food and purified water (water is enough to drink, and can also be used as a supplement when the vehicle is short of water), snacks, compressed biscuits, chewing gum 4. Map 5. Camping supplies (depending on the driving route and personal preferences)

Medicines (1. Simple medical supplies (cold medicine, Huoxiang Zhengqi water, band-aid) 2. First aid kit)

Communication Locator (1, itinerary 2, band-aid). H/] Specific items: Method/First step: Travel companion

No one can deny that having a suitable travel companion is the most useful "equipment" during the journey. ". Regardless of whether your traveling companion is a man or a woman, he or she should know some simple vehicle maintenance techniques, have a cheerful and humorous personality, have perseverance, and have the courage to face various difficulties that may be encountered during the journey with you. < /p>

Method/Step 2: Equip the vehicle

Before departure, it is best to go to a 4S shop for a complete vehicle inspection (ordinary auto repair shops are also acceptable)

1. Spare parts: spare tire with sufficient air, vulnerable auto parts (such as light bulbs, fan belts, fuses, wiper blades), engine oil, brake fluid, etc.

2. Vehicle tools: a complete set of vehicle accessories. Tools, (tire wrenches, etc.)

Method/Step 3: Personal needs

1. Cash and credit cards: Although banks of all sizes are distributed across the country, they are very useful in resolving emergencies. In emergencies, cash is still the most useful. Therefore, it is best to carry twice the planned amount.

You can prepare more change, especially ten yuan, five yuan, or one or two yuan. It is convenient to pay tolls and parking fees, and can also avoid the loss of change.

2. Various documents: ID card, driver's license, driving license, road maintenance fee payment certificate, purchase tax certificate, vehicle and vessel use tax certificate. , border defense certificate (border area), vehicle insurance card

Note: Once the vehicle is injured in another place, you can go to the nearest insurance company branch to handle the relevant claim procedures.

3. Pen, notebook (it is best to write your name, company, parents and friends’ phone numbers on the first page so that rescuers can contact you in time in case of an accident) and carry a spare key with you.

You must carry a spare key with you, especially for automatic or high-end cars and vehicles with central locking, because it is very likely that the key will be locked in the car in an instant, which is a common problem for novices (even veterans are afraid of it). Forget)

Method/Step 4: Daily necessities

1. Clothes: Choose appropriate clothes according to the weather forecast. If you go hiking, you must bring a pair of sports shoes with thick rubber soles. Shoes.

2. Wipe: In cold weather, the side windows will be covered with moisture due to the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the car. The co-pilot should wipe the side windows frequently to ensure that the driver can see the rearview mirror clearly at all times. ; In rainy and snowy weather, mud and snow will block the headlights and hinder lighting, so they should be removed in time; stains left by various insect collisions should also be wiped clean in time.

3. Food and purified water (you can drink enough water as a supplement when the vehicle is short of water), snacks, compressed biscuits, and chewing gum. If possible, you can also bring a small and practical car refrigerator to cool drinks or heat food, which is quite practical.

4. Map: Try to choose the latest version, it will be your guide while driving. You can also mark your location on the map at any time during the journey, and simply record the day's itinerary and feelings before going to bed at night. This is a unique project for self-driving travel and is very meaningful. (Download in advance to avoid poor signal)

5. Camping supplies (depending on the driving route and personal preferences): tents, sleeping bags, inflatable pillows, moisture-proof mats, lights, folding tables and chairs, gas stoves, Gas tanks, stoves, water utensils (kettles, water bags, skins, etc.), barbecue grills, large umbrellas, etc. Remember not to camp on river beaches. Many reservoirs regularly release water downstream. When parking by a river or reservoir, always pay attention to changes in water levels.

6. Others: sun protection products, sun hats, binoculars, gloves, rain gear, headlamps and flashlights (with sufficient batteries), thermos cups, tea, disposable tableware, disinfectant wipes, multi-function watches , multifunctional knife (such as a Swiss Army knife), nail clippers, windproof lighter or moisture-proof matches, safety pins, small mirror, rubber bands, sewing kit, binding items. Also, you should bring a pair of sunglasses. The lenses of sunglasses should be light brown, as lenses that are too dark and frames that are too wide can affect vision.

Method/Step 5: Drugs

1. Simple medical supplies:

Colds, detoxification, gastrointestinal discomfort, vitamins, anti-allergic drugs, motion sickness Medicine, anthelmintics.

Trauma: Yunnan Baiyao, Wanhua oil, cooling oil, Fengyoujing, analgesics, plasters.

Anti-altitude reaction drugs: American ginseng lozenges, Nuodikang capsules, Baifenin (to control headaches caused by altitude sickness), Rhodiola rosea (best taken 10 days in advance).

2. First aid kit:

Thermometer, alcohol cotton balls, band-aids, hemostatic packs, sterile bandages, gauze, white tape, disinfectant; in addition, it is best to bring a pair of ophthalmic tweezers , a pair of small scissors, a scalpel blade.

Method/Step 6: Communication positioning device

1. Schedule: Make a plan for your trip, take one with you and leave one at home to let your family know you are there at any time Where

2. Compass: just in case.

3. Mobile phone: Mobile phone is the most important communication device when driving. Be sure to have enough power in advance, prepare spare batteries, and carry a charger. You can choose to use the car hands-free calling system, which has the advantage of not delaying driving or charging your mobile phone.

4. GPS and electronic maps: GPS satellite positioning system provides car positioning and direction, while electronic maps allow you to easily obtain travel information or change your itinerary.

5. Car radios, handheld radios, and walkie-talkies: They are essential items for the fleet to travel long distances. They are convenient for reporting road conditions and making emergency calls, unlike mobile phones that lose signal when they reach the mountains.

Travel advice: Method/Step 1: Buy as much as possible what you need during the journey, don’t buy it cheaply, the quality is guaranteed, and it is convenient and reliable to use.

Method/Step 2: Self-driving travel is different from backpacking in that there is usually enough space in the car. So, try to bring everything you can think of, and don’t be afraid of using up gas in your car. Once an accident occurs, the time lost and the extra money spent are far greater than the extra fuel spent.

Method/Step 3: Don’t wait for the fuel shortage indicator light to come on before looking for a gas station. When you see a gas station, you can refuel at any time. Pay attention to the quality of the oil when refueling. It is best to go to a regular large gas station to increase the grade of gasoline. Low-quality gasoline can damage the engine system and even cause catalyst clogging.

In addition to bringing these things, you also need to pay attention to the following points on the way: 1. Check the vehicle before going out: Before going out, do a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle, including brakes, tire pressure, tires, and wipers. When going to cold areas, you should also pay attention to changing antifreeze oil and prepare enough food and water. Don’t overload and overload. Overloading will reduce the braking performance of the motor vehicle and even reduce the driving performance of the entire vehicle. It can easily cause traffic accidents in emergency situations and pose major safety risks.

2. Fasten your seat belt: When driving, you must fasten your seat belt. When driving on the highway, the speed is faster. In the event of a crash, this little seat belt could potentially save a life. Drivers and passengers are required to fasten their seat belts immediately after getting on the bus.

3. Keep a safe distance: When driving, remember to keep a safe distance. If you follow a car too closely, a rear-end collision is likely to occur if the car in front slams on the brakes in an emergency. Changing lanes on the highway will form an intersection, so when changing lanes, you must first look behind you through the rearview mirror, and then turn on the turn signal to give the rear a warning. It is very dangerous to change lanes frequently at will. Try to follow the road as much as possible.

4. Don’t panic if you miss the intersection: What should you do if you miss the intersection on the highway? Turn around? Retrograde? Reversing? Absolutely not! The accident rate for these maneuvers is extremely high. If you miss an intersection, go out at the next intersection and go back.

5. Turn on the hazard warning flashing lights when a vehicle breaks down: When a vehicle breaks down or a traffic accident occurs on the road, you must immediately turn on the hazard warning flashing lights and try to move the vehicle to a place that does not obstruct traffic. place; if it cannot be moved, the hazard warning flashers should continue to be turned on, and warning signs must be set 150 meters behind the vehicle.

At the same time, passengers in the car should not watch around, wait on the right shoulder or in the emergency lane, and call the police quickly.

6. Illegal parking is very harmful: parking illegally on the highway, urinating at will, getting on and off the vehicle at will, and parking at will to check the vehicle are all extremely dangerous. Parking is prohibited on the highway except in service areas or due to vehicle breakdown. If you cannot drive due to a breakdown, turn on the warning lights, place a warning sign 150 meters behind the car, and call the police if necessary.

7. Avoid speeding and fatigue driving: Accidents are likely to occur at high speeds. You must control the accelerator at high speeds. The danger will multiply after speeding. To avoid fatigue driving, drivers should fully understand the travel time, reserve sufficient rest time, and take a break or rotate drivers after driving continuously for 4 hours.