College is about 2 and a half hours away.
I'd be driving it alone to get home for breaks and such.
Any advice? I'm really scared.
2007-04-12 15:52:52 · 20 answers · asked by Furr. 4 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Don't be afraid. I've done it dozens of times and even further. Tips:
Have your tires checked and oil changed before the trip. Make sure tires are road worthy and that they are properly inflated.
Charge your cell phone. If you don't have one, get a prepaid one. You need a cell phone.
Stop at McDonalds or another nationwide chain of resturants. Avoid truck stops.
Travel by day.
Get plenty of sleep beforehand.
Play CD's and check your mirrors often.
Let fools pass you. Better they are in front than behind you. Stick to the right hand lane and the speed limit.
Look to the landscape periodically. Staring at the pavement can cause highway hypnosis.
Call your people before you leave and stick to the interstate. You'll be fine.
2007-04-12 16:04:14 · answer #1 · answered by amazingly intelligent 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first few times you will be nervous, that's normal. Get a head set for your cell phone, so that you can talk to mom or a friend on the drive....Have some favorite music CDs in the car. When I drive that far, I try to find a place about half way to take a break, somewhere that I feel comfortable and safe. Sometimes there are others from your area at school that can use a ride home, ask around, you may find a travel companion. Good luck.
2007-04-12 16:00:20 · answer #2 · answered by mightymite1957 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I did this also when I was in college (home was 2 hours away for me). I always had my cellphone charged and ready. I made sure I had a full tank of gas. My car was old, so I checked the oil, tires, and stuff like that before I left. I usually called my folks and let them know what time I would be in town (just in case anything were to happen). Don't worry, this first couple of times, it will seem scary, but after you've done it for one semester, it won't seem so bad. And you'll also know the best places to stop for gas and food on the way. Good Luck in College.
2007-04-12 16:05:21 · answer #3 · answered by Whizzo Butter 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Drive during the daytime.
Only stop places where there are a lot of people around.
Carry a cell phone for breakdowns.
If you breakdown, stay in the car with the doors locked until help arrives.
Only trust uniformed police officers in marked cruisers.
2007-04-12 16:02:09 · answer #4 · answered by Norman 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's not really that long, I know it seems intimidating, but if you do it a couple of times, I'm sure you'll start feeling more comfortable with it. Take a cell phone, use common sense, get someone to teach you how to change a tire.
2007-04-12 16:00:25 · answer #5 · answered by Sarah 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
fill the gas tank before leaving go to the rest room check oil and tires take a cell phone with you take a can of Mace with you drive during the day don`t get of the beat`n path
2007-04-12 16:01:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bring a cell phone. 3 hours really isn't that long, but still, have a cell phone with you. You should be okay as long as you don't make any stops at..out of the way places.
2007-04-12 15:57:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. As a Top Contributor in Music, you should be able to throw in some 'stay awake' CD's.
2007-04-12 15:59:03 · answer #8 · answered by oatie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fill up with gas get on interstate do not stop for anything till you get where you are comfortable and it is well populated and lit!
2007-04-12 16:00:09 · answer #9 · answered by grasshopper 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep the radio on. Don't pull over at night for anyone. Just be careful. Good luck.
2007-04-12 15:57:58 · answer #10 · answered by Nico 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋