How many times have you gone away on holiday without getting your car checked over for any potential problems – and how many times have you got away with it? We tend to assume that because the car is fairly new, we will be able to spend two weeks driving it around with no problems at all, even though we are doing ten times the mileage we normally would.
In truth, if you have not had any problems so far, you have been lucky but your luck may not hold out and you could end up broken down on a French motorway if you have not done the proper checks before you leave.
Always check the battery for problems and if need be order a new one from your local garage or www.thebatteryguys.co.uk. If you have battery problems on holiday it can cost dear, especially if you have a make of car that is not generally sold in the country you are visiting.
It goes without saying that the car should also have been serviced recently and that you should check your tyres to make sure that they are in good working order and also for the tyre pressure.
Even if you do have breakdown insurance, it is very inconvenient if something goes wrong, so a simple checklist will help you to enjoy your holiday.