Three Tips for Traveling With Your Dog in Your Lexus

Since you live in Utah, road tripping with your furry best friend is a must-do. The outdoors is a dog’s paradise, and it makes your road trip all the more fun, too. Traveling with your pet requires some extra planning but is totally worth it to have your buddy along for the ride. Before you load up your Lexus and head out, check out these five tips to ensure you both have a safe and fun trip.

Plan for breaks

While you may already know where you’re going, make sure your schedule allows for regular breaks. Your pet may need a few breaks to do some stretching and take care of their business. Breaks will also relieve any anxiety and allow them to walk around and experience the different environments. If time permits, research some dog parks along your route and plan for those visits.

Cover your seats

Regardless if your pet sheds a ton of hair or not, cover your seats with a seat cover or blankets/towels. Your Lexus will definitely thank you for that. You’ll want to make sure your vehicle’s interior is best protected from hair, dirt, and any messes made from your pets. Your luxury vehicle is a big investment, so keeping it in good shape is important.

Pack a dog bag

When vacationing, your dog will need their own bag too. Separating their items from yours will make it so much easier for you when you need to access something. Make a list of items they might need. To get you started, don’t forget food, bowls, toys, medication, towels, poop bags, treats, and plenty of water. You know your dog the best, so pack according to their needs.  

Now that you’ve taken the time to prepare, your trip should be stress-free! As you should do before any long road trip, make a quick trip to our dealership to inspect your vehicle. After that, just sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride in the comfort of your Lexus.

Tips to Help You Prepare for Your Next Epic Road Trip

Traveling on the road gives us that extra sense of freedom to go where we want at our convenience. Although a road trip can be fun, it’s important to make sure you are prepared for unforeseen events that can happen. To make your next trip stress-free, here are a few tips to help you prepare for your next epic adventure.

Have a plan

Although you don’t have to follow a strict time schedule when you’re driving, it’s still important to have a tentative schedule. You will want to plan ahead and know where you’re going and have an estimated time of arrival. Make sure to share this with at least one friend or family member in case something comes up.

Check your vehicle

Having a safe vehicle on your trip is something you definitely need. No one wants to be stressed out when something goes wrong in their car, so the best way to combat this is to take precautions to get your vehicle inspected before any trip. This includes getting an oil change if it’s almost time for your next one, checking your tire pressure, checking the fluids, and getting a car wash to make sure you have the best visibility while you’re on the road. Remember, safety comes first!

Create a playlist

A road trip is nothing without music. While you’re driving and taking in the scenery, music is something that can relax the soul or help you get some energy. A good mixture of jams would be ideal for a long road trip. Maybe some classical music in the morning and then some high-energy music later in the day. Whatever your mood, make sure to have some music that complements it. If you’re traveling with other people in the vehicle, make sure to take their requests, too! Make it a fun adventure and designate a DJ to control the music.

Be prepared for emergencies

No one wants to be in an emergency situation, but it’s better to be prepared than not. Make sure you have emergency equipment like an emergency first aid kit, emergency car tool kit, and extra food and drinks in case you get stranded somewhere.

Lastly, have fun! A road trip should be less stressful when you’re well prepared and safe. If you’re looking for a trustworthy and affordable place to take your vehicle, make sure to come see us at Larry H. Miller Lexus Murray. Our highly trained technicians will make sure you are in the best hands and will provide you with the best service possible. We look forward to seeing you and helping you get ready for your next adventure.

Holiday Road Trip Travel Tips to Ease Your Mind

It’s that time of year again where the holiday season suddenly creeps up on us. The roads will be crowded and you have to decide which family you will be spending the holidays with and how you will get there. If you’ll be hitting the roads this holiday season, here are some holiday road trip travel tips that will be helpful in making your travels easy and stress-free.

Map Out Your Route and Plan Accordingly.

If you haven’t made this trip before you won’t know how long it will take to get there. Before your departure, make sure you enter your destination into your GPS and determine how long it will take to get there so you can plan your trip accordingly. Make sure to schedule extra time on your trip and take into account that traffic and inclement weather conditions can delay your drive. It would also be a good idea to bring a paper map in case your GPS malfunctions and there is no service in the area you are driving in.

Don’t Travel on Peak Days if You Don’t Have To.

The roads will be crowded during the holidays, making traveling on peak days is the worst! The day before Thanksgiving and the Sunday after is the worst time to travel because this is when everyone plans their drive. Adjusting your travel schedule by even a day or extremely early in the morning can help tremendously.

Car Inspection

We already know you’ll check your car to make sure it’s good to be on the road, but we’ll remind you again anyway. Be sure to check your tires, oil, fluids, and that everything is in working order. In case something happens while you are on the road, make sure you have the road assistance number handy and any documents that you will need.

Car Safety

Being safe is extremely important wherever you go. Make sure everyone has their seatbelts on at all times. In addition to seatbelts, everyone plays a role in keeping all passengers safe. The driver has the responsibility of getting their passengers to and from their destination so they should be alert and cautious of the road and their surroundings. Passengers can also help by not distracting the driver and helping whenever needed.

Traveling during the holidays isn’t something you have to dread. By following these holiday road travel tips, you are saving yourself from the headache of being unprepared. If you have any other travel tips, share them in the comments below. If you’re looking for a new vehicle for your holiday plans, we have a huge selection of vehicles to choose from. Our team is here to help you find the perfect vehicle and get you ready for your holiday travels.