Do you want to take your family to road trip after retirement? Remember these ten important things, and you can save your life at the critical moment-

Recently, many elders have retired and want to buy a car suitable for road travel, but they don't know whether to buy a car, SUV or MPV. Even the RV! Ask me what I can recommend?

Many people have worked hard all their lives and want to take a trip after retirement to enjoy the great rivers and mountains of the motherland. In particular, traveling to Tibet is the dream of many people. At this time, you need a reliable car and know the relevant matters that need to be paid attention to when traveling on the road.

Below I will give you a summary of the matters needing attention when 10 went to road trip, Tibet, and the choice of car models, hoping to give some useful experience to friends who went to road trip for the first time!

Some people think that cars on the plateau will have altitude sickness like people because of lack of oxygen, which will lead to the problem of insufficient power. In fact, this phenomenon will only appear in those engine models that used carburetor fuel supply system a long time ago. When the oil supply system of the mechanical carburetor reaches high altitude, the normal operation of the carburetor will be affected due to the low air pressure, resulting in an unbalanced oil-gas mixing ratio. If you know something about carburetor, you can adjust the oil-gas mixture ratio by adjusting the screws on the carburetor, so as to control the oil-gas mixture ratio and solve the problem of insufficient power for automobiles in plateau areas.

At present, all cars adopt electronic control EFI fuel supply system, which has replaced the mechanical carburetor fuel supply way many years ago. The oil-gas mixture ratio of the engine fuel supply system is automatically adjusted and controlled by the running computer. There is an oxygen sensor in the exhaust system of the engine, which can detect the combustion value of fuel in real time and automatically adjust the fuel-air mixture ratio according to the combustion value to achieve the best fuel energy efficiency ratio. At the same time, the real-time data such as engine speed, air-fuel ratio, load, crankshaft position, temperature, vehicle running situation and throttle situation of the engine are input into the running computer through various sensors to calculate the fuel injection time required to control each cylinder of the engine.

This kind of engine, which is controlled by electronic system and injects gasoline from fuel injector into engine intake system, is called EFI engine, which is divided into single-point EFI engine, multi-point injection engine and direct injection engine. Their working principles are basically the same except for different fuel injection methods.

In recent years, turbocharged engines have developed rapidly, and the technology tends to be perfect and stable, showing signs of completely replacing naturally aspirated engines. In addition to the advantages of EFI engine fuel system, it also has turbocharging technology. Turbocharging technology was first used in aero-engines, and its purpose was to solve the problem that piston-propeller aircraft could not fly high because of high air pressure. Therefore, models equipped with turbocharged engines are more suitable for driving at high altitudes.

20 1 1 By 2020, I will visit go on road trip for many times and drive a variety of vehicles to the plateau area. From cars to urban SUVs to off-road vehicles, there may be cars with carburetors in the early years, as well as cars with EFI naturally aspirated engines and turbocharged engines. Except for the manual Jetta and 4500CC Land Cruiser in the early years, they felt obvious car-scrapping on the uphill section of the plateau. Other EFI engine models, including Mitsubishi Pajero, Ford Explorer, Guangzhou Automobile Chuanqi GS8 and Volkswagen Tulang, did not feel much power attenuation in Ba Dou.

However, considering the comprehensive performance and versatility of go traveling on the road, it is suggested to buy an urban SUV or an off-road vehicle with better passability. It is best to choose a turbocharged engine with a displacement of more than 2.0T and a four-wheel drive model for urban SUVs. In addition, the fuel tank capacity and trunk space should be larger, and the last row of seats should be put down, so two people can lie down and sleep at a critical moment.

1, plan the route in advance and make a good travel strategy.

Go on road trip needs to make a good travel strategy in advance. After determining the tourist destination, we must first understand the local epidemic prevention policy, plan the travel route on the road in advance, and do a good job in travel strategy. Learn to avoid traffic jams and accidents through the navigation system, and avoid delaying travel time because of traffic jams. The vehicle should be filled with oil before departure, know the location of gas stations or service areas along the way in advance, and rationally allocate rest and replenishment places.

Try not to change your destination temporarily. It's natural to "go and travel", but all kinds of unexpected situations may happen, which will make you tired of coping, thus greatly reducing your good mood. In addition, don't deliberately pursue reaching the destination at the planned time, which will lead to fatigue driving and traffic accidents.

Enough food and drinking water should be prepared in the trunk. It is necessary for road trip to prepare some food and drinking water in the car. Besides mineral water and instant noodles, you can also prepare some self-heating pots and biscuits for emergencies. In addition, it should be noted that you can eat wherever you go when you travel. In addition to the necessities of life, don't take a lot of luggage when you go out, and travel as lightly as possible, which can save a lot of fuel costs.

2, a comprehensive inspection of vehicle conditions, to do a good job of vehicle maintenance.

Going to road trip is generally a long way, which is undoubtedly a test for cars in all aspects. In order to have a pleasant trip, it is essential to have a comprehensive inspection of the car before going out.

Remember to maintain the car where it needs maintenance. Before going out, remember to give your car a comprehensive and detailed inspection in a 4S shop or a regular auto repair shop, such as changing oil, mechanical filter, fuel filter, air conditioner filter, etc., supplementing glass water and antifreeze, and then check tire wear, tire pressure, brake disc/disc, brake oil, spare tire, spark plug, battery capacity, wiper, etc. If the maintenance is not timely, it will affect the normal use and service life of the car, and even serious accidents will occur!

Focus on tire pressure and pattern (including spare tire). Long-distance road trip is usually a long journey. When the car is driving for a long time, the contact time between the tire and the ground will be longer, the wear and consumption will be greater than daily, and the probability of puncture will be higher. If the tire is badly worn or punctured in many places, it is recommended to replace it with a new one. In addition, abnormal tire pressure will also affect the driving safety of the car. When inflating the tire, it must be in strict accordance with the manufacturer's standards and must not be arbitrary.

Check the brake disc. Brake pads generally need to be replaced if their service life exceeds 2 years or the mileage exceeds 60,000 kilometers. The brake system depends on brake oil, so it is necessary to check whether the brake oil pipe fittings and pipelines are aging and whether there is oil leakage; In addition, check the brake proportional distribution valve. Go on road trip is not a short distance. It is necessary to avoid replacing brake pads halfway. Once it is found that the brake pad thickness is less than 3mm, it is recommended to replace it immediately.

3, go to road trip, remember to buy relevant insurance, in case of special circumstances.

Traffic accident insurance is not suitable for going on road trip. go on road trip suggests buying short-term travel insurance. Traffic accident insurance refers to the compensation for the insured's accidents in public transport such as airplanes, trains, ships and operating vehicles. Short-term travel insurance is for short-term travel. Its insurance is more targeted and the compensation amount is higher. It can guarantee the casualties, disability and medical expenses caused by accidents to the greatest extent, and is suitable for people who go out for a short time in road trip or peers.

Check the vehicle insurance and remember to renew it in time. Before traveling, it is necessary to confirm in advance whether the vehicle insurance will expire on the way. If this happens, you need to renew the fee in advance. Otherwise, once it is investigated or an accident occurs, the traffic control department will temporarily detain the motor vehicle and impose a fine of twice the insurance premium payable according to the minimum liability limit.

5. Know some simple knowledge of car maintenance and take practical tools with you in case of emergency.

When going out, you should try to learn some simple knowledge of vehicle fault maintenance and troubleshooting, such as changing tires, changing glass water, antifreeze, wipers and so on. In addition to learning some basic knowledge of car maintenance, you should also bring your driving license, driver's license, ID card, purchase tax certificate, insurance card and other personal documents. In addition, it is recommended to carry some common tools with the vehicle, such as tow rope, jack, bench wrench, vehicle fire extinguisher, vehicle vacuum cleaner (with tire pump), quick tire repair package, trailer hook, simple mosquito net, charging treasure, emergency power supply, triangle warning frame, reflective vest, simple engineering shovel, power wiring, emergency lighting, flashlight, etc.

Here, I would like to recommend a most practical tool for traveling on the road-car vacuum cleaner (with tire air pump). It takes up a small space, about the size of ordinary emergency lighting, but it is very practical. It integrates tire pressure detection, air pump, emergency battery and outdoor lighting, and any function is quite practical.

Tibetan areas have high altitude, low air pressure and large temperature difference between day and night. If you choose to enter go road trip, you should also prepare oxygen bottles and medicines to prevent altitude sickness (such as rhodiola, plateau treasure, etc.). In addition, down jackets, sunscreen, sleeping bags, tents, etc. should be prepared.

As the saying goes, "Food is the most important thing for the people". Food and drinking water are the most basic guarantees. Good rest and sleep can ensure that you have enough energy and physical strength to cope with long-distance travel every day.

If conditions permit, it is recommended to stay in a hotel. If you want to experience picnics or camping, you should also pay attention to the following points:

1, picnics are limited to a few times occasionally, because the space in the car is limited, so it is not advisable to carry too many cookers, ingredients and tableware;

2, the use of disposable tableware, clean and hygienic, wash-free, remember to use pollution-free, do not damage the environment;

3. Pay attention to local laws and regulations on fire prevention, and do not use fire illegally. Choose a legal and safe place to make a fire and cook;

4. Pay attention to food safety, do not use spoiled ingredients, and do not collect and capture local animals and plants as ingredients. First, food safety cannot be guaranteed, and second, it may violate relevant laws and regulations;

5, camping in the wild is best to go together, and there can be a care between them;

6, pay attention to the weather changes, cold, hot, rainy and snowy weather or areas with excessive temperature difference are not suitable for camping in the wild;

7. If you really can't find a hotel, you can choose to spend the night in the car, but try to choose the high-speed service area, near the police station, at the gate of the bank, and the guarded parking lot. These places have monitoring, which can ensure the safety of life and property to a certain extent;

8. If you choose to spend the night in the car, then remember to turn off the fire and air conditioning, and leave a finger-wide gap in the window for ventilation, and don't completely close it. In case of rain and snow, it is necessary to add rain eyebrows (window flashing) to the car.

The six elements of traveling on the road are "food, shelter, transportation, shopping, entertainment and transportation", and "food" and "shelter" rank first. It can be seen that in the process of traveling on the road, it is very important to arrange accommodation reasonably and ensure diet and rest. Pay attention to the following points:

1, carry enough drinking water with the vehicle, both in barrels and bottles, which is convenient for drinking at any time. In addition, pay attention to inspection and timely supplement;

2. On the way to Tibet, some service areas have no running water supply, and groundwater is generally used. Although the hygiene is up to standard, the water in the drinking fountain may not be completely boiled in the case of large dosage. Therefore, it is not recommended to drink hot water directly in the high-speed service area to prevent diarrhea.

In the process of traveling on the road, you may not be able to eat three meals on time because of the distance and time, so prepare as many fast food as possible, such as bread, sausage, biscuits, crispy noodles and so on. You don't have to order strictly. Eating a little when you are hungry, eating less and eating more can also ensure energy intake. In addition, drivers must not eat too much. Eating too much is easy to make people sleepy, so try to eat 8 points full for brunch.

It is not recommended to eat while driving. Try to choose a safe place to stop and eat. If you take the expressway, you can choose to eat in the restaurant in the service area. At present, there are many kinds of restaurants in expressway service area with reasonable prices, as well as local snacks. Just try it. Eating instant noodles in the service area is not recommended, because refer to Article 2.

If you are not in a hurry, you can choose to stay and eat outside the tourist area, because the accommodation price in the tourist area is higher. You don't have to be in a tourist area to taste local specialties. As long as you can basically taste it locally, there is no need to spend money in the scenic spot.

6. Download several travel-related apps and map navigation software on your mobile phone. Plan the place and time of the next stop, book hotels in advance, etc. There is a certain price difference between different software, so you can "shop around" when you have time;

7. To go to road trip, you should choose a hotel with a parking lot, which can ensure the safety of vehicles when people rest, because hotel parking lots are generally monitored to avoid parking on the roadside, in the wild and other places, and there are cases of theft and scratching.

The cost of traveling is not fixed. Generally, it depends on where you go, which is influenced by your personal habits, mainly including gas costs, travel expenses, accommodation, scenic spots tickets, shopping, entertainment and so on.

1, the fuel cost, which is a key part, is mainly to calculate how many kilometers a tank of oil can run according to the fuel consumption of your car, and then calculate according to the Baidu map route and actual road conditions;

2, tolls, in addition to free passage on holidays, the usual tolls, the tips on Baidu map are generally more accurate;

3, meals, whether it is snacks eaten on the road or meals bought halfway, calculate the daily meal budget in advance. According to personal consumption capacity, the average food is almost one day in 60 yuan, and the food is better. Accommodation, because the tourist season is divided into low season, May to 10 is generally the tourist season, and the price of ordinary hotel chains is around 250 to 500 yuan. B& B's Bs, youth tours and inns are relatively cheaper, usually around 200 yuan in one day, and some even offer free breakfast. Of course, you can choose to travel by RV, but the cost difference is not particularly large;

4. Tickets for scenic spots. At present, most scenic spots in China are free. Even scenic spots that charge fees have preferential activities during the epidemic, many of which are half-price tickets. You can check the ticket prices of scenic spots on some travel apps in advance;

5, shopping expenses, general travel will bring some local souvenirs to family members, or souvenirs. But remember, try not to shop in scenic spots, first, the price is expensive, and second, the things sold in scenic spots all over the country are similar;

6. Entertainment. Some entertainment items in scenic spots must be charged, such as bungee jumping, skydiving, hot air balloon, gliding, boating and rafting. It is necessary to plan the budget in advance.

Generally speaking, the long-distance trip to road trip is miscellaneous, and the average cost per person per day is between 200 and 600 yuan.

1. Never drive tired.

Fatigue driving for a long time will easily lead to misjudgment and improper operation, which will lead to traffic accidents. In the process of traveling on the road, we must ensure adequate sleep, arrange the driving time scientifically and reasonably, and pay attention to the combination of work and rest. If you drive for four hours, you should stop and rest for more than 20 minutes. Of course, you should choose a safe place to park, such as the high-speed service area.

If you drive for a long time at night, take turns with others and exchange breaks. Everyone's driving time should be controlled within 4 hours. It is recommended not to drive at night if it is not necessary. Don't take chances, not every time you are tired of driving, you can avoid danger.

2. If you miss the intersection of expressway, don't reverse the car, but continue to drive to the next exit and get off the expressway.

However, some people are still lucky In order to save time, they forced to reverse or even turn around at the high-speed exit, which seriously threatened the lives of others and themselves. Small penalty, great life safety. Remember, if you miss the high-speed exit, keep driving and drive out safely at the next exit.

3. It is forbidden to overspeed, and pay attention to keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.

Most traffic accidents are caused by speeding. If the speed of expressway exceeds 100km/h, it shall keep a safe distance of more than 100 m from the vehicle in front of the same lane. If the vehicle speed is less than 100km/h, the distance from the vehicle in front of the same lane can be appropriately shortened, but a safe distance of more than 50 meters should also be maintained. However, the speed should not be too slow. Too slow will not only cause high-speed congestion, but also cause rear-end collision.

Don't panic when you meet a traffic accident. Remember to put the warning triangle at150m away.

If you encounter a traffic accident or a vehicle breaks down or breaks down on the expressway, you should put a warning triangle at a position more than150m behind the vehicle, so that the vehicle behind you can find the situation ahead in time, prevent the occurrence of secondary accidents, and call 122 in time. When waiting for rescue, people should also stand outside the safety guardrail and don't stay on the ramp for a long time.

When you are in road trip, once a warning sign appears on the dashboard of the car, or the driver feels unwell, you should immediately leave the driveway, park in the emergency parking area, or on your right shoulder, turn on the danger warning flash (commonly known as double flashing), and set up a "warning sign of faulty car" at the back of the car 100 meters. At night, it is necessary to turn on the width light and the taillight at the same time, so that the driver in the rear can pay full attention to the situation in front.

If you encounter a flat tire, obstacles and other unexpected situations, you must hold the steering wheel with both hands, keep driving in the current lane, and step on the brakes vigorously. Don't slam the steering wheel and brake to avoid the danger of overturning.

Step 5 stay away from big trucks

Drive on the expressway, away from the big trucks. It is quite dangerous to follow behind or parallel to a big truck, because following behind a big truck not only affects the front line of sight, but also causes poor braking performance of the truck. If there is a traffic accident ahead, it is difficult for the big truck to stop quickly. If the truck suddenly brakes, once it is rear-ended, it is easy to get into the rear of the truck, causing the cab to squeeze and threatening life safety.

In addition, staying at the side of the truck for a long time is prone to danger. On the contrary, it is possible that the driver can't see where you are because the things on the truck fall, which is easy to be dangerous for a long time.

6, driving at night, the rational use of far and near lights.

Driving in the city at night, because there are many street lamps in the city and the lighting is good, try to use low beam lights at this time. If you run at high speed at night, you must use the lights reasonably. Many expressway have no street lamps. If there is no vehicle within 100 meters ahead, you can always use the high beam. Because the speed of expressway itself is relatively fast, and the lighting conditions are not good, if you use the low beam, there are some dangers or obstacles in front, which can't be found in time, and it is easy to cause a car accident. If there is a vehicle in front 100 meters, turn off the high beam as far as possible, because the high beam will dazzle the driver in front and may also cause the driver's sight in the opposite lane to turn white. Therefore, when driving at night, you should use the high beam and the low beam alternately.

In addition, in rainy, snowy and foggy days, because of low visibility, for the safety of others and yourself, you should turn on the lights when driving and turn on the front and rear fog lights.

7. Never sit in the co-pilot with your child in your arms. If accompanied by a child, be sure to install a child seat in the back seat.

When a trip appears, it is usually a family, so some children need the care of their parents.

First of all, people in the car must fasten their seat belts, not only the driver and the front passengers, but also the rear passengers. The back space is not a place for children to play.

Secondly, there is a misunderstanding about safety, that is, it is very dangerous to use seat belts for children, and emergency braking is likely to cause fatal injuries to children. Moreover, in the event of a collision, the death probability of children in the accident will even be higher than that of people who don't wear seat belts.

Theoretically, the best way for children to fasten their seat belts is to cross their shoulders, wear them obliquely under their armpits, and then fasten them on their chests. The leg safety belt should be tied at the root of the child's thigh, which can firmly fix the child and prevent the child from twisting and causing the danger of the safety belt falling off.

Then in daily life, parents can often be seen sitting in the co-pilot with their children in their arms, which is actually a very dangerous behavior. Not only does it violate the regulations, but even if parents wear seat belts and then keep their children, if something happens, it will not protect the safety of children at all. When riding a bike with a child in her arms, once the vehicle brakes or collides, the child can easily throw it out. If the airbag is activated, it will only hit the child's head and neck. As we know, the instantaneous force of airbag bouncing off reaches more than 300 kilograms, and the inertia of adults will cause fatal injury to children in an instant. If you want to take your children to road trip, you must install a child seat in the back seat.

Finally, when traveling for a long time, children are naturally active and like to stick their hands, bodies and heads out of the window. Parents should pay special attention to their children's every move during the journey and stop possible accidents in time.

8. Travel and keep a good mood.

As the saying goes, "impulse is the devil." Keep a good attitude and don't quarrel with other car owners, so as not to cause irreparable consequences. Come out to play, relax, and don't ruin the good mood of the whole day because of a little thing.

9. Never drink and drive.

When you travel and meet new friends you can talk to, you will inevitably have a drink, but please remember "don't drive when you drink, don't drink when you drive!" "

10, do as the Romans do and respect local customs and habits. If there is any dispute, please call the police to solve it.

All 56 ethnic groups in China have their own unique customs. When traveling, you should learn to do as the Romans do and respect local customs. If you encounter an emergency and cannot solve it yourself, you should choose to call the police at the first time.

Road trip is a pleasure and an experience. There is no such thing as "getting on the bus to sleep, getting off the bus to pee, taking pictures of scenic spots and knowing nothing after the end" in traditional tourism. We can stop at any exciting place along the way to enjoy the beautiful scenery, taste the local food and experience different customs and cultures. However, while experiencing the beauty of traveling on the road, we should also pay attention to various safety issues. After all, safety comes first.

Last but not least, the budget should be well prepared. I hope everyone who takes part in road trip can enjoy a safe and beautiful journey.