Second: mobile power: essential (emergency start with 220v mobile power) defense equipment: electric baton, long knife, short knife. Vehicle equipped with (1, spare parts 2, with the vehicle tools 3, with the manual)
Personal needs (1, cash, credit cards 2, a variety of documents 3, pens, notebooks)
Lifestyle supplies (1, clothes 2, towels, rags (cleaning glass) 3, food and pure water (water enough to drink, but also as a vehicle when the lack of water to replenish the vehicle), snacks, compressed crackers, chewing gum 4, Map 5, camping supplies (depending on the route and personal preferences)
Medicine (1, simple medical supplies (cold medicine, patchouli, band-aid) 2, first aid kit)
Communication locator (1, itinerary, 2, band-aid). H/]Specific items: method/first step: travel companion
Who can not deny that a suitable travel companion is the most useful "equipment" for travelers. The most useful "equipment" for a traveling companion is a travel companion. Whether your travel companion is a man or a woman, he (she) better know some simple vehicle maintenance techniques, cheerful and humorous personality, perseverance, and courage to face the various difficulties that may be encountered during the journey with you.
Methods/Steps 2: Equip the vehicle
Before departure, it is best to go to a 4S store to do a complete vehicle inspection (ordinary garages can also)
1. spare parts: spare tire with plenty of air, perishable automotive parts (such as light bulbs, fan belts, fuses, wiper blades), motor oil, brake fluid, etc..
2. Car tools: a full set of car tools, (tire wrench, etc.).
Methods/Steps 3:Personal Needs
1. Cash and Credit Cards:Though large and small banks are spread all over the country, cash is still the most useful when it comes to solving unexpected situations. So, it's best to carry twice as much as you plan to.
You can prepare more change, especially ten, five, one or two dollars, to make it convenient to pay tolls and parking fees, and also to avoid the loss of change.
2. All kinds of documents: ID card, driver's license, driving license, road tax payment certificate, purchase tax certificate, vehicle and vessel use tax certificate, border guard certificate (border area), vehicle insurance card.
Note: Once the vehicle is insured outside the country, you can go to the nearest insurance company branch with your insurance card to handle the relevant claim procedures.
3. Pen, notebook (it is best to write down your name, company, parents' and friends' phone numbers on the first page, so that rescuers can get in touch in time in case of accidents) and carry spare keys.
The spare key must be carried with you, especially the automatic or high-end cars and vehicles with central locking control. Because it is very likely that the key will be locked in the car in a flash, which is a common problem for newbies. (Even veterans are afraid of forgetting)
Methods/Step 4: Daily necessities
1. Clothes: Choose the appropriate clothes according to the weather forecast. If you go hiking, you must bring a pair of sneakers with thick rubber soles.
2. Rags:In cold weather, the side windows will be covered with water vapor due to the temperature difference between inside and outside the car. The co-pilot should often wipe the side windows to ensure that the driver can always see the rearview mirror; in case of rain and snow, mud, snow will block the headlights, hindering lighting, should be removed in a timely manner; a variety of insects collision stains left behind should also be wiped clean in a timely manner.
3. Food and pure water (vehicles can drink enough water as a supplement when water shortage), snacks, compressed crackers, chewing gum. If possible, you can also bring a small and practical car refrigerator, chilled drinks or heated food, quite practical.
4. Maps: Try to choose the latest version, it will be your guide all the way to driving. You can also mark your location on the map at any time during the trip, and simply record the day's itinerary and feelings before resting at night. This is a unique item for self-driving tours and makes a lot of sense. (Download in advance to avoid bad signal)
5. Camping supplies (depending on the route and personal preferences): tents, sleeping bags, inflatable pillows, moisture-proof mats, lighting, folding tables and chairs, gas stoves, gas canisters, cooking stoves, water supplies (kettles, water bags, leather pouches, etc.). , barbecue grill, large umbrella, etc. Remember not to camp on river banks. Many reservoirs regularly release water downstream. Always be aware of changes in water levels when parking near a river or reservoir.
6. Others:Sun protection, sun hat, binoculars, gloves, rain gear, headlamp and flashlight (with sufficient batteries), thermos, tea, disposable cutlery, disinfectant wipes, multifunctional watch, multifunctional knife (e.g., Swiss Army Knife), fingernail clippers, windproof lighters or moisture-proof matches, pins, small mirrors, rubber bands, needle and thread kits, bindings. In addition, you should bring a pair of sunglasses. Sunglasses should have light brown lenses, as too dark a lens and too wide a rim can interfere with vision.
Methods/Step 5:Medications
1. Simple Medical Supplies:
Colds and flu, purgative, gastrointestinal upset, vitamins, anti-allergy medication, motion sickness medication, insect repellent.
Traumatic injuries:Yunnan Baiyao, Wanhua oil, Qingliang oil, wind oil essence, painkillers, plasters.
Anti-plateau reaction drugs:American ginseng tablets, Nordicam capsules, Baifuning (to control the headache caused by plateau reaction), Rhodiola rosea (preferably taken 10 days in advance).
2. First aid kit:
Thermometer, alcohol cotton balls, band-aid, hemostatic kit, sterile bandage, gauze, white tape, disinfectant; in addition, it is best to bring a pair of ophthalmic tweezers, a pair of small scissors, a surgical blade.
Methods/Steps 6:Communication and Location Device
1.Itinerary:Make a plan for your trip, carry one with you and leave one at home so your family knows where you are at all times
2.Compass:Just in case.
3. Cell phone:The cell phone is the most important communication device when driving out. Be sure to have enough power in advance, prepare a spare battery and carry a charger. You can choose to use the car hands-free calling system, the advantage is that there is no delay in driving, and no delay in charging the phone.
4. GPS and electronic maps:GPS satellite positioning system provides car positioning and directions, while electronic maps allow you to easily access travel information or change your itinerary.
5.Car radio, handheld radio, walkie-talkie:It is a must-have item for long-distance travel in a convoy, which is convenient for reporting road conditions and making emergency calls, unlike cell phones that lose signal when they reach the mountains.
Travel advice:Methods/steps I: the journey need to buy as much as possible, do not cheap, quality is guaranteed, easy to use and reliable.
Methods/Step 2:Self-driving trips are different from backpacking trips, and there is usually enough space in the car. Therefore, can think of things to try to bring, do not be afraid of the car for this spend oil. In the event of an accident, the time lost and the extra money spent far outweighs the extra gas spent.
Method/step 3:Don't wait for the lack of fuel indicator light to come on before looking for a gas station. When you see a gas station, you can refuel anytime. Pay attention to the quality of oil when refueling, it is best to go to a regular large gas station to increase the grade of gasoline. Poor quality gasoline can damage the engine system and even lead to clogging of the catalyst.
In addition to bringing these things, you also need to pay attention to the following points on the way:1. Check the vehicle before you go out:Before you go out, do a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle, including brakes, tire pressure, tires, windshield wipers. When you go to cold areas, you should also pay attention to changing antifreeze oil and prepare enough food and water. Don't overload overload. Overloading will reduce the braking performance of the motor vehicle, and even reduce the driving performance of the whole vehicle, and in emergency situations, it is easy to cause traffic accidents, and there is a major safety hazard.
2. Fasten your seatbelt:When driving, be sure to fasten your seatbelt. When driving on the highway, the speed of the car is faster. In the event of a collision, this small seat belt may save a life. Drivers and passengers should feel free to fasten their seat belts immediately after getting into the car.
3. Keep a safe distance:When driving, remember to keep a safe distance. If you follow a car too closely, tailgating 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 be sure to look behind you through the rearview mirror first when changing lanes, and then turn on the turn signal to give the rear a warning. It is dangerous to change lanes randomly and frequently, try to follow the road as much as possible.
4. Don't panic if you miss an intersection:What if you miss an intersection on the highway? The first thing you need to do is to turn around and go against the flow of traffic. The first thing you need to do is to go against the flow of traffic. The first thing you need to do is to get out of the car and get out of the way. Absolutely not! These maneuvers have an extremely high accident rate. If you miss an intersection, get out at the next intersection and return.
5. Vehicle malfunction open hazard warning dual flashers:Vehicle malfunction or traffic accidents on the road, you must immediately turn on the hazard warning flashers, and try to move the vehicle to a place that does not interfere with the traffic; if you can not move, you should continue to turn on the hazard warning flashers, and must be set up in the back of the car at 150 meters of warning signs. At the same time, the car passengers do not crowd, leaning on the right shoulder or emergency lane waiting, and quickly alarm.
6. Illegal parking is very harmful: illegal parking on the highway, random urination, randomly get on and off the car, randomly stop to check the vehicle, are extremely dangerous. Except for the service area or vehicle breakdown, parking on the highway is prohibited. If you can't drive because of 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 nine times out of ten is fast speed, high speed to control the throttle, speeding after the danger will increase exponentially. In order to avoid fatigue driving, drivers should fully understand the trip time, set aside enough rest time, continuous driving 4 hours after the rest or rotation of drivers.