Summer is winding down, and the school year is starting back up again. If your children don’t use the bus, you most likely drive them to school yourself or have them catch a ride with another parent. When you choose to carpool, you can save a lot of time, money, and even help the environment. Before driving the kids to and from school, make sure your vehicle is prepared with these simple carpooling tips from Lunde’s Peoria Volkswagen!
Prep Your VW For a Safe Ride in Peoria
Taking your car in for routine maintenance is a smart first step in preparing your vehicle for back-to-school driving. Typically, carpools require quick trips in heavily trafficked areas and extended idling, which can overwork your vehicle’s engine and potentially lead to unexpected breakdowns.
Keep your VW vehicle in optimum condition throughout the school year by visiting our service center in Peoria for routine maintenance like oil and filter changes.
Prioritize Your Kids’ Safety
When you’re driving, there is nothing more important than the safety of you and your children. Luckily, new car seat options make it easy to ensure that every child is protected in the backseat. It’s also extremely important for drivers to always obey speed limits and instructions from crossing guards and carpool-lane monitors.
Eliminate Distractions
Carpool lanes can often be very busy, so be sure to get rid of any distractions and focus on the task at hand. Leave the radio alone and don’t check your cellphone while navigating the carpool lane.
Get Organized
Meet up with the other parents in your carpool to discuss which route you’ll take, everyone’s scheduling needs, and to establish rules such as timeliness and safety guidelines. Create a contact list of every parent in the carpool in case of an emergency.
Strategizing the back-to-school carpool can be a huge help and with these tips, you’ll be able to start the new school year off on the right foot. For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact our Volkswagen dealership today!
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