Texas Memorial Day Weekend Travel: Road Safety and AAA Tips

Holiday Travel Expectations

• 🚗 Millions of Texans are expected to hit the road for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, making it one of the busiest travel periods.
• ✈️ Air travel is also anticipated to be very busy, with today being one of the busiest days for flights.

Vehicle Preparation for Road Trips

• 🛠️ AAA anticipates assisting approximately 19,500 stranded drivers in Texas over the holiday weekend.
• 💡 It's crucial to perform vehicle maintenance before embarking on long trips.
• 🔧 Key checks include topping off fluid levels, ensuring the battery is secure and tightly fastened, and inspecting tire inflation and tread.

Tire Tread Inspection

• 🔍 A simple method to check tire tread is using a quarter: place it upside down in the tire grooves.
• ✅ If the top of George Washington's head is visible, it indicates insufficient tread, and the tires should be replaced before traveling.